Ready to join the fun during your visit to Quilpie Shire? Check out the year-round events in our towns, from the thrilling Quilpie Polocrosse Carnival and the popular Quilpie Golf Open Weekend to the lively Eromanga Campdraft & Rodeo and plenty of local community gatherings. Come and get involved with the welcoming Quilpie locals!
Quilpie Polocrosse Carnival
21st – 22nd June 2025
Get set for an action-packed weekend at the Quilpie Polocrosse Carnival. Catch fast-paced games from Saturday morning through to Sunday’s finals. Enjoy great outback hospitality with a bar and canteen running all weekend, plus live entertainment Saturday night. It’s a weekend not to miss!
Quilpie Polocrosse Carnival
21st – 22nd June 2025
Get set for an action-packed weekend at the Quilpie Polocrosse Carnival. Catch fast-paced games from Saturday morning through to Sunday’s finals. Enjoy great outback hospitality with a bar and canteen running all weekend, plus live entertainment Saturday night. It’s a weekend not to miss!
Red Dirt Dreaming Exhibition opening
Saturday 28th June
Celebrate the opening of Red Dirt Dreaming, a stunning exhibition showcasing works by First Nations artists from Outback Australia. Enjoy a special bush tucker morning tea curated by Nullawokka First Nations Gallery. Don’t miss this cultural experience—on display until 10 August 2025 at the Quilpie Shire Gallery.
Red Dirt Dreaming Exhibition opening
Saturday 28th June
Join us to celebrate the official opening of ‘Red Dirt Dreaming’ featuring works by First Nations Artists from Outback Australia. A special bush tucker morning tea curated by Nullawokka First Nations Gallery will feature at the opening.
This exhibition will be on display until 10th August 2025.
Quilpie Sporting Clays Club – 2 day shoot
Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th August
Save the date for the Quilpie Sporting Clay’s Club Annual Carnival. The weekend will see 100 targets per day shoots with a nighttime novelty shoot on the Saturday night for anyone to have a go! Bar and canteen operating over the weekend.
Quilpie Sporting Clays Club – 2 day shoot
Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th August
Save the date for the Quilpie Sporting Clay’s Club Annual Carnival. The weekend will see 100 targets per day shoots with a nighttime novelty shoot on the Saturday night for anyone to have a go! Bar and canteen operating over the weekend.
Quilpie Golf Open weekend
Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th August
The Quilpie Golf Open Weekend is a fantastic chance to play on one of Australia’s most unique red earth courses. With competitions for all skill levels, it’s perfect for serious golfers and beginners alike. Soak up the stunning outback landscapes and enjoy some true outback fun!
Quilpie Golf Open weekend
Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th August
The Quilpie Golf Open Weekend is a fantastic chance to play on one of Australia’s most unique red earth courses. With competitions for all skill levels, it’s perfect for serious golfers and beginners alike. Soak up the stunning outback landscapes and enjoy some true outback fun!
Kangaranga Do Street Party
Tuesday 2nd September
Heading to the Birdsville Races? Don’t miss the Quilpie Kangaranga Do Street Party! Held the Tuesday night before the races, it’s a fun-filled evening with live entertainment, quirky competitions, kids’ activities, great food and a country-style bar. Join the locals for a night of outback fun and hospitality!
Kangaranga Do Street Party
Tuesday 2nd September
Heading to the Birdsville Races? Don’t miss the Quilpie Kangaranga Do Street Party! Held the Tuesday night before the races, it’s a fun-filled evening with live entertainment, quirky competitions, kids’ activities, great food and a country-style bar. Join the locals for a night of outback fun and hospitality!
Quilpie Show & Rodeo
Friday 12th & Saturday 13th September
Looking for a fun-filled outback weekend? The Quilpie & District Show has it all—rodeo thrills Friday night, family fun Saturday with stalls, entertainment, a show pavilion, bar, and canteen. Experience country hospitality at its best and make the Quilpie Show your must-do weekend in the bush!
Quilpie Show & Rodeo
Friday 12th & Saturday 13th September
Looking for a fun-filled outback weekend? The Quilpie & District Show has it all—rodeo thrills Friday night, family fun Saturday with stalls, entertainment, a show pavilion, bar, and canteen. Experience country hospitality at its best and make the Quilpie Show your must-do weekend in the bush!
Quilpie Motorbike Gymkhana & Enduro
Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th September
Rev up your school holidays at the annual Quilpie Motorbike Gymkhana and Enduro in 2025! Head to Quilpie for a weekend of fast-paced fun, with plenty of action, a canteen and bar, and free camping under the stars. It’s an outback event you won’t want to miss!
Quilpie Motorbike Gymkhana & Enduro
Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th September
Rev up your school holidays at the annual Quilpie Motorbike Gymkhana and Enduro in 2025! Head to Quilpie for a weekend of fast-paced fun, with plenty of action, a canteen and bar, and free camping under the stars. It’s an outback event you won’t want to miss!
Bulloo Bush Ball
Saturday 25th October
Dust off your boots, grab a dress or tux, and book your stay—it’s time for the Bulloo Bush Ball! Held at the Quilpie Shire Hall, this iconic outback night is packed with live music, dancing, laughter, and good times with great mates. It’s a true country celebration—don’t miss it!
Bulloo Bush Ball
Saturday 25th October
Dust off your boots, grab a dress or tux, and book your stay—it’s time for the Bulloo Bush Ball! Held at the Quilpie Shire Hall, this iconic outback night is packed with live music, dancing, laughter, and good times with great mates. It’s a true country celebration—don’t miss it!
Christmas in the Gallery opening
Saturday 15th November
Celebrate the spirit of the season at Christmas in the Gallery—a much-loved outback tradition! Discover handmade gifts, local art, and unique treasures perfect for someone special. Open from Saturday 15 November 2025 to January 2026. Support local makers and enjoy the festive charm of our creative Quilpie community.
Christmas in the Gallery opening
Saturday 15th November
Celebrate the spirit of the season at Christmas in the Gallery—a much-loved outback tradition! Discover handmade gifts, local art, and unique treasures perfect for someone special. Open from Saturday 15 November 2025 to January 2026. Support local makers and enjoy the festive charm of our creative Quilpie community.