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Vision Splendid Outback Film Festival

Winton

Dates: 26/06/2026 to 05/07/2026

Vision Splendid is Australia’s only Outback film festival, a nine-day celebration of Australian cinema set beneath the Outback Queensland stars.Be immersed in open-air screenings, intimate filmmaker conversations, special events and storytelling that sticks with you in one of the country’s most unique settings.

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Boulia Camel Races

Boulia

Dates: 17/07/2026 to 19/07/2026

See Australia’s richest camel race, held every July in the spectacular remote town of Boulia in the Land of the Min Min Light. It’s truly an epic moment as the camels come lumbering down to the finish line – an iconic Outback experience to put on your bucket list!

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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: Longreach
09/09/2026 to 11/09/2026

Storyfest Out West – Longreach

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

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: Hughenden
11/04/2026 to 12/09/2026

Hughenden Country Music Markets

The Hughenden Country Music Markets provide various homemade wares, skincare products, jewellery, food and some good old fashioned Rawleighs products.

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: Roma
18/09/2026

Abba Girls Tribute Show – Roma

Abba Girls Tribute Show is bringing the music of ABBA to Roma for one unforgettable night!

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: Cunnamulla
20/09/2026

Abba Girls Tribute Show – Cunnamulla

Abba Girls Tribute Show is bringing the music of ABBA to Cunnamulla for one unforgettable night!

Location: Cunnamulla
04/04/2026 to 26/09/2026

Markets and Grazy Saturdays

Join in at Club Boutique Hotel for Markets and Grazy Saturdays. Weekend markets are the best way to spend a grazy Saturday in Cunnamulla.

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: Mckinlay
25/09/2026 to 27/09/2026

Crocodile Dundee 40th Anniversary Celebration

Step back into Australian film history and celebrate 40 years since Crocodile Dundee helped put the tiny Outback town of McKinlay on the world map.

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, Queensland, the Outback by the Sea Film Festival is a free two-day annual event.

Location: Dargal Road
04/04/2026 to 03/10/2026

Whisky Aging Class at Western Queensland Spirit

Unlock the secrets of whisky ageing in this immersive tasting experience at Western Queensland Spirit.

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.

Location: Jundah
03/10/2026

Jundah Races

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

Location: Hungerford
20/09/2026 to 04/10/2026

Hungerford Horse and Motorbike Gymkhana

This incredible Outback Sporting Event is perfect for Horse and Motorbike lovers.