Events

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

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

If you enjoy writing, reading, meeting authors, learning how to write or just enjoy outback books in general, this annual festival is for you.

Presented as part of the Western Touring Circuit 2026 and Winton Shire Council.

Come along to the opening night of Storyfest West Moreton for our Prologue Party - a free community event designed for all the family.

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

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

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.

Presented as part of the Western Touring Circuit 2026 and LongreachRegional Council, Abba Girls Tribute Show is bringing the music of ABBA to Longreach

Enjoy all your favourites including Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Waterloo, Fernando and more.

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

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

Presented as part of the Western Touring Circuit 2026 and Barcaldine Regional Council, Abba Girls Tribute Show is bringing the music of ABBA to Barcaldine

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

A jam packed program including all the thrills and spills of the Racing Queensland five Race Program including the Barcoo Shire Council Jundah Cup.

A classic country weekend that is packed with fashion, live entertainment and the ultimate grass-fed horse races.

Join the Richmond Rodeo Association for all the thrills, spills and excitement of an action-packed day APRA Rodeo action.

The Digging at Dawn tour takes visitors on a 2-hour guided fossil hunt at one of the region's richest Early Cretaceous fossil sites.

Join them for a true outback racing experience.

Queensland Dinosaur Week is an annual state-wide celebration of prehistoric discovery, science and storytelling, inviting visitors to explore Queensland's globally significant fossil heritage.

Richmond Field Days is an annual event held at the Richmond race course.

Richmond Campdraft is a four day event challenging talented competitors of all ages.

The Richmond Turf Club's Diggers Day Races is a highlight of the local racing calendar, offering a fantastic day of country racing and family-friendly entertainment.