Events

The Isisford Fishing Competition, where the fish are jumping, the campfires are crackling, and the laughter is as plentiful as the fish in the river.

The Longreach Yellowbelly Fishing Classic is an annual fishing competition perfect for the family, offering a fun-filled weekend with fishing, kids’ activities, and more.

Longreach Yellowbelly Classic Fishing Competition: Annual event in August, attracting anglers for a weekend of competition in pursuit of the Yellowbelly.

A spectacular day at the races, where the Blackall and Tambo communities come together to showcase the rich traditions and friendly hospitality.

The Queensland Women's Sand Greens Championship is a state event staged by Golf Australia.

The Blackall Show is an annual event presented by Barcoo Pastoral Society, to bring together and celebrate the talents and spirit of the local community.

This August, Blackall and Tambo come alive for four unforgettable days as the story of the Perry Bros Circus is reimagined where it all began.

Barcaldine Pastoral, Agricultural and Horticultural society Inc presents the Barcaldine Show showcasing local arts and produce, agriculture, livestock, machinery displays, and market stalls.

The Queensland Men's Sand Greens Championship is a state golf event conducted by Golf Australia.

An authentic, iconic, outback Queensland cattle drive, droving 2000 head of cattle from Longreach to Roma in Queensland, covering 775 kilometres over 87 days.

Storyfest is thrilled to be able to deliver a writers' festival in Longreach.

Head to Quilpie Shire for the annual Adavale Muster in the Mulga - a fun-filled weekend of Rodeo, Challenge, Bikekhana and Gymkhana.

Head to the home of the famous Tambo Teddies for their 2023 Teddy Bears Picnic; a fun filled family day.

Every year since 1998 Windorah hosts the Windorah International Yabby Races on the street outside the hotel.

Whip out to Winton this September for Australia’s quirkiest event, the Outback Festival.

The place to see all things Boulder Opal..... rough parcels, cut stones, wonderful jewelry showcasing the opal and of course all the wonderful characters.

Experience the magic of Australian cinema under the Outback stars at the Vision Splendid Outback Film Festival.

A gently quirky, joy-filled evening of storytelling, music, and theatrical mischief.

In 2026 the latest edition was added to what is now The Crackup Sisters Arts Precinct with the opening of The Dustarena.

The Quilpie Golf Open weekend is a fantastic weekend to play on one of the most unique red earth golf courses in Australia.

Make your way to Quilpie for this great school holiday event.

Nominate your bowls team for Quilpie's two day bowls carnival.

Join the Quilpie Community at RSL Memorial Park as they pause to remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in defence of Australia.

On your way to the Birdsville Races? Then join in the fun at the annual Quilpie Kangaranga Do Street Party.

Save the date for the Quilpie Sporting Clay's Club inaugural annual Carnival.