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...The Queensland Women's Sand Greens Championship is a state event staged by Golf Australia. It is played over 36-holes Stroke Play and is open to
Experience the thrill of 10 Race Meetings, including the Longreach Cup!
Head down to McKinkay Races to experience a real outback race meet!
Barcaldine Pastoral, Agricultural and Horticultural society Inc presents the Barcaldine Show showcasing local arts and produce, agriculture, livestock, machinery displays, and market stalls.
It's the best week in country music, bush poetry, food, drink, camping, fishing, friends and country hospitality.
If you enjoy writing, reading, meeting authors, learning how to write or just enjoy outback books in general, this annual festival is for you.
This three-day, family-friendly camping festival offers the ultimate Outback adventure in the heart of Queensland.
One of the most iconic events in North West QLD. Rodeo, Campdraft and Gymkhana action!
This event for 2025 has been cancelled.
This event for 2025 has been cancelled.
Come along to the Jundah Race Course, Jundah Race Course Road in Jundah Queensland, Australia for an unforgettable day of camel racing!
Charleville Fishing and Restocking Club Inc presents the Junior Fishing Competition. Located between Old Bridge and Gowrie Crossing Multiple events and prizes to be won!
An interactive day designed to provide job opportunities, showcase industry product and discover what Cloncurry has to offer.
Experience the magic of Australian cinema under the Outback stars at the Vision Splendid Outback Film Festival.
The Yaraka Horse and Motor Bike Gymkhana is a vibrant annual event spanning two unforgettable days in the heart of Queensland's outback.
Polocrosse carnival held at the Bollon showgrounds with entertainment to follow. Camping available with showers and toilets.
Have the experience of a lifetime at the world’s most remote music festival, the Birdsville Big Red Bash in the heart of Australia’s outback!
Whilst there is no camel racing in Birdsville, it is a celebreation of history, music and more in this iconic town.
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 excitement of the Bedourie Camel and Pig Races this July!
A fun filled day out where you are sure to be entertained. Don't miss the main event - the fire truck pull. Massive cent sale
An exciting snap shot into the rural lifestyle and the ultimate event for young horses in 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.
The Yowah Opal Festival is an annual event held each July in the town of Yowah, Queensland.
The Boulia Cup is the longest camel race in Australia, and is a prized win amongst competitors on Australia's professional camel races circuit.