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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: Taroom
13/06/2026 to 14/06/2026

2026 Qld Women’s Sand Greens Championship

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

Location: Longreach
21/03/2026 to 15/06/2026

Longreach Races

Experience the thrill of 10 Race Meetings, including the Longreach Cup!

Location: Mckinlay
20/02/2026 to 20/06/2026

McKinlay Races

Head down to McKinkay Races to experience a real outback race meet!

Location: Barcaldine
20/06/2026

Barcaldine Show

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

Location: St George
14/06/2026 to 21/06/2026

St George Yellowbelly Country Music and Poets Festival

It's the best week in country music, bush poetry, food, drink, camping, fishing, friends and country hospitality.

Location: Winton
23/06/2026 to 26/06/2026

Outback Writers 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.

Location: Cunnamulla
25/06/2026 to 28/06/2026

Stars of Charlotte Plains

This three-day, family-friendly camping festival offers the ultimate Outback adventure in the heart of Queensland.

Location: Taldora
25/06/2026 to 28/06/2026

Saxby Round Up

One of the most iconic events in North West QLD. Rodeo, Campdraft and Gymkhana action!

Location: Birdsville
26/06/2026 to 28/06/2026

Birdsville Horse and Motorbike Gymkhana

This event for 2025 has been cancelled.

Location: Birdsville
26/06/2026 to 28/06/2026

Birdsville Campdraft, Rodeo and Bronco Branding

This event for 2025 has been cancelled.

Location: Jundah
04/07/2026

Jundah Camel Races and Sheep Team Penning

Come along to the Jundah Race Course, Jundah Race Course Road in Jundah Queensland, Australia for an unforgettable day of camel racing!

Location: Charleville
04/07/2026

Charleville Junior Fishing Competition

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!

Location: Cloncurry
04/07/2026

Rockhana Gem, Mineral and Mining Field Day

An interactive day designed to provide job opportunities, showcase industry product and discover what Cloncurry has to offer.

Location: Winton
26/06/2026 to 05/07/2026

Vision Splendid Outback Film Festival

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

Location: Yaraka
04/07/2026 to 05/07/2026

Yaraka Horse & Motor Bike Gymkhana

The Yaraka Horse and Motor Bike Gymkhana is a vibrant annual event spanning two unforgettable days in the heart of Queensland's outback.

Location: Bollon
04/07/2026 to 05/07/2026

Bollon Polocrosse Carnival

Polocrosse carnival held at the Bollon showgrounds with entertainment to follow. Camping available with showers and toilets.

Location: Birdsville
04/07/2026 to 09/07/2026

Birdsville Big Red Bash

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!

Location: Birdsville
06/07/2026 to 09/07/2026

Birdsville Carnival

Whilst there is no camel racing in Birdsville, it is a celebreation of history, music and more in this iconic town.

Location: Winton
10/07/2026 to 11/07/2026

2026 Winton Opal Festival

The place to see all things Boulder Opal..... rough parcels, cut stones, wonderful jewelry showcasing the opal and of course all the wonderful characters.

Location: Bedourie
11/07/2026

Bedourie Camel and Pig Races

Experience the excitement of the Bedourie Camel and Pig Races this July!

Location: Karumba
12/07/2025 to 11/07/2026

Bring in Spring

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

Location: Cloncurry
07/07/2026 to 12/07/2026

Cloncurry Stockman’s Challenge and Campdraft

An exciting snap shot into the rural lifestyle and the ultimate event for young horses in Australia.

Location: Blackall
24/05/2026 to 17/07/2026

Outback Queensland Cattle Drive

An authentic, iconic, outback Queensland cattle drive, droving 2000 head of cattle from Longreach to Roma in Queensland, covering 775 kilometres over 87 days.

Location: Yowah
18/07/2025 to 19/07/2026

Yowah Opal Festival

The Yowah Opal Festival is an annual event held each July in the town of Yowah, Queensland.

Location: Boulia
17/07/2026 to 19/07/2026

Boulia Camel Races

The Boulia Cup is the longest camel race in Australia, and is a prized win amongst competitors on Australia's professional camel races circuit.

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