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28 Aug 2026

Simpson Desert Racing Carnival

28 August 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!

28 Aug 2026

Betoota Rodeo and Races

28 August 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.

01 Sep 2026

Birdsville Races Town Celebrations

01 September 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.

04 Sep 2026

Birdsville Races

04 September 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.

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We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands across our region, the Wangkamahdla, Pitta Pitta, Mithaka,
Wangkangurru/Yarluyandi, Karuwali and Maiawali Peoples and pay respect to their Elders, past, present, and emerging.

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