What's On

Find out what’s on in the Diamantina — from camel carnivals and country rodeos to the iconic Birdsville Races and the Simpson Desert Racing Carnival. Our calendar is packed with unforgettable outback events that bring communities together and welcome visitors from across Australia.

Plan your trip around our iconic events in Birdsville, Bedourie and Betoota, or discover something unexpected along the way.

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Simpson Desert Racing Carnival

28 Aug 2026 The Simpson Desert Racing Carnival incorporates the Betoota Races, Birdsville Races and Bedourie Races for the ultimate outback racing experience. Held over three consecutive weekends, bar, food, camping and entertainment available!

Racecourse Road, Birdsville 4482

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Betoota Rodeo and Races

28 Aug 2026 Join us on the last weekend of August for the Betoota Races, kicking off the Simpson Desert Racing Carnival!

Enjoy six thrilling Saturday races, plus rodeo, live entertainment, raffles, and the Fashions on the Field.

Racecourse Road, Betoota, Queensland 4482

Tagged as: , Kids & family

Birdsville Races Town Celebrations

01 Sep 2026 Experience the heart and soul of the Birdsville Races in the town centre, where the celebrations bring the community to life! From 1–6 September 2026, enjoy a week of vibrant entertainment including live music, delicious street food and market stalls.

29 Burt Street, Birdsville 4482

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Birdsville Races

04 Sep 2026 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 and entertainment.

Birdsville Developmental Road,, Birdsville 4482

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Bedourie Races

12 Sep 2026 Dress to impress in pink for Bedourie’s much-anticipated Races. Bedourie Races is the grand finale of the Simpson Desert Racing Carnival. Take advantage of free camping in designated areas.

Racecourse, Racecourse Road, Bedourie 4829

Tagged as: , Community events & fundraisers, Kids & family, Major events

Official Opening of Birdsville Courthouse & Police Complex

17 Sep 2026 Diamantina Shire Council will officially open the Birdsville Courthouse Police Complex and Aboriginal Tracker’s Hut Museum on 17—18 September 2026, marking a major milestone in preserving and sharing the remarkable history of policing in one of Queensland’s most remote regions.

Birdsville Courthouse, 23 MacDonald St, Birdsville 4482

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