Let the Fun Begin
THERE’S PLENTY ON – OFF THE TRACK
Join us for a week of entertainment in the lead up to Race Day, culminating in great live shows on Saturday and Sunday night in September 2026.
Birdsville Races RFDS Fun Run
Throw your support behind the Royal Flying Doctor Service by participating in the annual RFDS Birdsville Races Fun Run. Whether you’re in it to win or simply interested in a leisurely stroll, this event caters for all. Registrations now open.
Birdsville Cup Parade
The Birdsville Race Club presents the Birdsville Cup Parade. The parade takes place from 3:30pm AEST, starting from the Wirrarri Centre and finishing at the iconic Birdsville Hotel. It’s your best chance to get to see the TAB Birdsville Cup up close ahead of the race weekend.
RFDS BIRDSVILLE RACES GALA
The Birdsville Race Club presents the annual RFDS Birdsville Races Gala. The most glamorous event of race week, the Gala provides a fantastic opportunity to dress up and experience outback hospitality in style. Live entertainment, special guests and an RFDS charity auction. Numbers are strictly limited so get in quick.
Live Entertainment at the birdsville hotel
From Thursday 3 September to Sunday 6 September, the Birdsville Hotel will feature a variety of talented musicians with exciting live performances from their beer garden. Be sure to visit the Birdsville Hotel after race days!
Full artist line-up to be announced closer to the event date.
