Events are happening across regional Australia but in many cases, advance notice from visitors is required – please check with organisers before attending. Events may be cancelled at short notice and cancellations may not be reflected on this page.
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2024 Telstra National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Awards
JUN 22–JAN 27, Darwin, NT
Your last chance to see the 2024 finalists of Australia’s longest running and most prestigious Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art award, now in its 41st year. Free entry at the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory.
(08) 8999 8264
Roma Country Music Festival
NOV 29–30, Roma, Qld
Kasey Chambers, Sunny Cowgirls, Amber Lawrence and lots more top acts at the Bassett Park Hall and Showgrounds.
Cameron Corner New Year’s Eve Party
DEC 31 – JAN 1, NSW/Qld/SA
Count down the new year once and again and again at the place where 3 states (and time zones) meet. The annual party is based at Cameron Corner Store but will move around the border’s ‘Corner Post’ throughout the night. Bring swags, water and plenty of energy. Recovery breakfast the next day.
(08) 8091 3872 (Cameron Corner Store)
Goomeri New Year’s Eve Rodeo
DEC 31, Goomeri, Qld
Junior rodeo commences from 8am at the Goomeri Showgrounds. The main rodeo commences from around 4pm followed by after-party entertainment, Rodeo Rock.
0427 463 155 (Vice-president, David Mawhinney)
Capricorn Film Festival
JAN 15–19, Yeppoon, Qld
Central Queensland’s largest film festival will celebrate and screen works from around the globe and the local region alongside other interactive experiences, masterclasses and competitions.
(07) 4972 9167
Hume and Hovell Bicentenary
OCT–NOV, Yass to Albury, NSW
A range of community activities marking the bicentenary of the Hume and Hovell expedition, including exhibitions, a commemorative climb of Table Top Mountain, a celebratory day at Cooma Cottage in Yass and the Hume & Hovell Ultra Marathon in Tumbarumba (Oct 12).
Broken Hill Carols by Candlelight
DEC 8, Broken Hill, NSW
A free community holiday event in Sturt Park.
0428 101 531
Cameron Corner New Year’s Eve Party
DEC 31 – JAN 1, NSW/Qld/SA
Count down the new year once and again and again at the place where 3 states (and time zones) meet. The annual party is based at Cameron Corner Store but will move around the border’s ‘Corner Post’ throughout the night. Bring swags, water and plenty of energy. Recovery breakfast the next day.
(08) 8091 3872 (Cameron Corner Store)
Tumbarumba Rodeo
JAN 1, Tumbarumba, NSW
The oldest rodeo in NSW will take place on New Year’s Day at the Tumbarumba Showgrounds.
(07) 4661 4766
Parkes Elvis Festival
JAN 8–12, Parkes, NSW
The Southern Hemisphere’s largest celebration of ‘The King of Rock and Roll’ is themed to the movie Easy Come, Easy Go (1967). Drawing up to 25,000 attendees, the festival returns with live tribute contests, dance classes, workshops and the launch of the ‘Gates of Graceland’ installation.
(02) 6862 6000
Tamworth Country Music Festival
JAN 17–26, Tamworth, NSW
Australia’s largest country music festival is set to bring hundreds of artists and over 300,000 people to the home of the Golden Guitar. Enjoy the rising stars and old favourites of the country music scene with ticketed and free shows, and a parade through Tamworth.
(02) 6767 5555
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Mountaingrass
NOV 15–17, Bright, Vic
Concerts, jam sessions and workshops will be held across this weekend of bluegrass and old-time music.
Great Vic Bike Ride
NOV 23–DEC 1, Northeast Victoria
The 40th anniversary ride from Murray to Healesville with 9, 5 and 3 day options.
(03) 8376 8888
Wangaratta RegFest
DEC 6–7, Wangaratta, Vic
Rodeo, rides, BBQ dinners, food trucks and performances by artists including Lee Kernaghan, Casey Barnes and Amber Lawrence at the Wangaratta Rodeo Grounds.
(03) 5988 4040
Myrtleford Golden Spurs Rodeo
DEC 26, Myrtleford, Vic
Hosted on the Myrtleford Recreation Reserve in the picturesque alpine region, this Boxing Day event first began in 1954 and remains one of the oldest rodeo events in the country.
0428 511 797
Girgarre Moosic Muster
JAN 8–12, Girgarre, Vic
Three musicians who set up on hay bales at Girgarre’s 2003 farmers’ markets were the foundations for this festival that now attracts more than 1,500 people annually. Participation is strongly encouraged, with jam sessions, open mics and workshops.
(03) 5854 6283
Alexandra PRO Rodeo
JAN 13, Alexandra, Vic
A favourite rodeo on the APRA circuit. Aside from the action in the arena, there are food stalls, markets, bars and main stage entertainment until midnight.
0418 266 038
Cygnet Folk Festival
JAN 10–12, Cygnet, Tas
Run since 1982, this annual showcase of local and international talent returns to Tasmania’s Huon Valley. The festival will feature folk, world, singer-songwriter, roots and acoustic music, dance, poetry and workshops.
Henley-on-Mersey
JAN 26, Latrobe, Tas
A quirky family-friendly festival allowing visitors to try their hand at archery or sheaf tossing, watch the ferret racing or wood chop.
0419 316 010
Cameron Corner New Year’s Eve Party
DEC 31 – JAN 1, NSW/Qld/SA
Count down the new year once and again and again at the place where 3 states (and time zones) meet. The annual party is based at Cameron Corner Store but will move around the border’s ‘Corner Post’ throughout the night. Bring swags, water and plenty of energy. Recovery breakfast the next day.
(08) 8091 3872 (Cameron Corner Store)
Carrieton Rodeo
DEC 31, Carrieton, SA
Ring in the New Year at the 70th annual rodeo at the Carrieton Rodeo Grounds – part of the Australian Professional Rodeo circuit. Events will include the Stockman’s Ride, Australian Stock Saddle, Bull Ride, Ladies Barrell Racing and Breakaway Roping.
0427 959 507 (President, David Williams)
Santos Tour Down Under
JAN 17–26, SA
Since it was first held in 1999, the Santos Tour Down Under has become one of the Southern Hemisphere’s most popular bike races. This statewide event includes behind-the-scenes ‘detour’ experiences, expos and festival events celebrating all things cycling.
(08) 8132 8300
St Barbara’s Festival
DEC 1–4, Kalgoorlie, WA
Up to 10,000 people annually take part in celebrations of the Kalgoorlie–Boulder community, culminating in Sunday’s St Barbara’s Parade. A Miners Memorial Service will also take place, honouring those who have lost their lives in the mining industry.
(08) 9021 2466
