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Julia Creek Dirt and Dust Festival

Julia Creek

Dates: 29/05/2026 to 30/05/2026

Celebrate the 30th year of the iconic Dirt n Dust Festival in Julia Creek — a true Outback experience filled with country hospitality, entertainment and unforgettable moments. Set in the heart of Outback Queensland, this legendary weekend blends rodeo thrills, country racing and live music with the warm welcome Julia Creek is known for.

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Festival of Outback Opera

Longreach & Winton

Dates: 19/05/2026 to 24/05/2026

The Festival of Outback Opera delivers a series of outdoor concerts in iconic locations set on a backdrop of sublime sunsets and scenery like never encountered before. Frock up for the Gala or join the pub for a casual singalong. Gather under the stars for Dark Sky Serenade or enjoy an afternoon of beautiful voices and delicious local food at the Long Lunch.

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Location: St George
28/08/2025 to 30/08/2026

Balonne Cutting Horse Futurity

The Balonne Cutting Horse Futurity is not just a competition, but a celebration of the rich heritage and tradition of cutting.

Location: Blackall
16/08/2026 to 30/08/2026

Blackall Tambo Circus Carnival 2026

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.

Location: Longreach
28/08/2026 to 30/08/2026

Longreach Yellowbelly Fishing Classic

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

Location: Thargomindah
29/08/2026 to 30/08/2026

Channel Country Challenge, Campdraft, Gymkhana and Rodeo

Enjoy an action packed long weekend, at Thargomindah Rodeo Grounds.

Location: Blackall
01/08/2026 to 31/08/2026

Blackall-Tambo Festival of Circus

A celebration of Blackall-Tambo's circus connections, the birthplace of the great Australian circus industry.

Location: Quilpie
01/09/2026

Kangaranga Do Street Party

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

Location: The Gap
06/09/2025 to 05/09/2026

Maltha Waru Arts Celebration

Step into a celebration of culture, creativity, and community at the Maltha Waru Arts Celebration Fashion Show 2025.

Location: Birdsville
02/09/2026 to 05/09/2026

Birdsville Races Town Celebrations

The celebrations focus on entertainment including music, street and circus like acts, activities for children and families, market stalls selling crafts and food.

Location: Birdsville
04/09/2026 to 05/09/2026

Birdsville Races

Dubbed as the Melbourne Cup of the Outback, crowds of 6,000 racegoers converge on Birdsville each year to enjoy two days of quality outback racing.

Location: Bollon
03/09/2026 to 06/09/2026

Bollon Campdraft and Rodeo

Get ready for a weekend filled with thrilling rodeo action, high-speed campdrafting, and unforgettable experiences at the Bollon Campdraft and Rodeo!

Location: Cloncurry
09/09/2026 to 11/09/2026

Meeting of the Mines Cloncurry

The Cloncurry Shire Council is hosting the inaugural Meeting of the Mines, a conference for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and innovation within the resources industry.

Location: Cloncurry
11/09/2026

Cloncurry Beat The Heat Festival

Beat the Heat Festival is an annual celebration which transforms outback Queensland's Cloncurry for 3 days.

Location: Birdsville
30/08/2025 to 12/09/2026

Simpson Desert Racing Carnival

The Simpson Desert Racing Carnival incorporates the Betoota Races, Birdsville Races and Bedourie Races for the ultimate outback racing experience.

Location: Quilpie
11/09/2026 to 12/09/2026

Quilpie and District Show and Rodeo

For an outback experience with true country hospitality, make the Quilpie and District Show your big weekend out!

Location: Bedourie
11/09/2026 to 12/09/2026

Bedourie Races

Dress to impress in pink for Bedourie’s much-anticipated Races. Bedourie Races is the grand finale of the Simpson Desert Racing Carnival.

Location: Cunnamulla
12/09/2026

Cunnamulla Fella Roundup

From heart-pounding bull rides to daring barrel races, the Cunnamulla Fella Roundup promises excitement at every turn.

Location: Charleville
12/09/2026 to 13/09/2026

Wings on the Warrego

Wings on the Warrego is set to host a variety of aviation events, catering to a broad audience with diverse interests in the aviation space.

Location: Nindigully
12/09/2026 to 13/09/2026

Nindigully Campdraft

Nindigully Campdraft is a great family-friendly weekend with plenty of entertainment.

Location: Charleville
13/09/2026

Charleville Bilby Festival

The Bilby Festival is held annually on and around National Bilby Day on the second Sunday of September.

Location: Thargomindah
19/09/2026 to 20/09/2026

Thargomindah Motorbike Sports and Enduro

The Thargomindah Motorbike Gymkhana & Enduro is full of motorbike sporting events which include challenges that cater for all levels of riding experience.

Location: St George
26/09/2026

St George Cup Race

The St George Jockey Club invites anyone and everyone to experience what is one of the finest country Queensland horse racing events in your calendar.

Location: Bedourie
25/09/2026 to 27/09/2026

Bedourie Campdraft, Rodeo, Gymkhana

Enjoy the adrenaline-pumping action, indulge in delicious food and refreshing drinks at the bar, and soak in the vibrant atmosphere.

Location: Quilpie
26/09/2026 to 27/09/2026

Quilpie Motorbike Gymkhana and Enduro

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

Location: Karumba
26/09/2026 to 27/09/2026

Outback by the Sea Film Festival

Held in the picturesque Gulf of Carpentaria in Karumba, QLD, the Ocean & Outback Film Festival is a free two-day annual event.

Location: Julia Creek
02/10/2026 to 03/10/2026

The Big Weekend – Town vs Country

An annual highlight on the Julia Creek calendar is the annual Town vs Country match.