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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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.
Read more...Biloela, the "Land of the White Cockatoo", will be abuzz with the sound of engines whirring, the clatter of horses hooves, the puffs of steam
Contact Visitors Information Centre Thargomindah on 07-46218095 if your require assistance with your bookings.
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 Drovers Camp Festival is a unique outback flavoured festival. Come to yarn with the old drovers and hear their amazing stories.
This is an annual competition open to all communities wanting to compete in a social Rugby Union competition in Hughenden, North Queensland.
This is an opportunity to taste some local cooking, support the Lions Club and purchase some handmade pottery.
The Mount Isa Mines Rodeo is where the romance of the Australian Outback meets the grit of a mining town, and man meets beast.
Save the date for the Quilpie Sporting Clay's Club inaugural annual Carnival.
This much-loved annual event brings the community together to showcase the best of country life.
The Stonehenge Rodeo, Bronco Branding and Gymkhana is an action packed family weekend at the small country town of Stonehenge, located between Longreach and Jundah.
MCCF is a fantastic family fun 2 day event that has something for everyone.
Horse sports , a Challenge between man and horse and horsemanship skills
Historic outback horse racing event featuring six races, live entertainment, Fashions on the Field and camping opportunities in Simpson Desert region.
The Thallon State School P & C Association will proudly host the annual Thallon Team Truck Pull event .
The Balonne Cutting Horse Futurity is not just a competition, but a celebration of the rich heritage and tradition of cutting.
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.
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.
Enjoy an action packed long weekend, at Thargomindah Rodeo Grounds.
Come along and enjoy the award winning Bush Dinner nights at the Julia Creek Caravan Park (all welcome including free campers).
Get ready for a weekend filled with thrilling rodeo action, high-speed campdrafting, and unforgettable experiences at the Bollon Campdraft and Rodeo!
Dress to impress in pink for Bedourie’s much-anticipated Races. Bedourie Races is the grand finale of the Simpson Desert Racing Carnival.
Nindigully Campdraft is a great family-friendly weekend with plenty of entertainment.
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.
Enjoy the adrenaline-pumping action, indulge in delicious food and refreshing drinks at the bar, and soak in the vibrant atmosphere.