Witness the Spectacle
About the Famous Races
Learn where it all began, who is behind it all, and what happens on the big day.
Other Activities
The Birdsville Races are about so much more than just the centrepiece race day event. From live entertainment to fun runs to fashion and beyond, there’s plenty for everyone.
Daily Program
A host of amazing live entertainment acts in an indescribable atmosphere.
Surrounding Events
There’s great other events to see before and after you visit Birdsville
The Annual RFDS Birdsville Races Fun Run
Get a team together, support a great cause and have fun!
2026 Race Program
Click each section below to reveal race details for each day of the carnival.
Friday 4 September 2026
| Nominations Close | Wednesday 26 August, 2026 at 11am | ||||
| Weights Declared | Monday 31 August 2026 at 3pm | ||||
| Acceptances Due | Tuesday 01 September 2026 at 10am | ||||
| Jockey Declarations | Tuesday 01 September 2026 at 10am | ||||
| Final Scratchings | Friday 04 September 2026 at 7:30am | ||||
2026 Birdsville Races Program for Friday 4 September
| Race 1 at 1:34pm | RFDS QTIS Maiden Handicap (3yo & Up Set Weights) 1200m | ||||
| Race 2 at 2:12pm | Not Just Hardware Benchmark 55 Handicap 1600m | ||||
| Race 3 at 2:47pm | Birdsville Races Roadies Class 3 Plate (3yo & Up Set Weights) 1400m | ||||
| Race 4 at 3:27pm | Birdsville Hotel Class 1 Handicap 1200m | ||||
| Race 5 at 4:04pm | TAB Class 5 Handicap 1200m | ||||
| Race 6 at 4:42pm | Akubra Big Red Open Quality Handicap 1000m | ||||
Saturday 5 September 2026
| Nominations Close | Wednesday 26 August 2026 at 11am | ||||
| Weights Declared | Monday 31 August 2026 at 3pm | ||||
| Acceptances Due | Tuesday 01 September 2026 at 10am | ||||
| Jockey Declarations | Tuesday 01 September 2026 at 10am | ||||
| Final Scratchings | Saturday 05 September 2026 at 7:30am | ||||
2026 Birdsville Races Program for Saturday 5 September
| Race 1 at 1:02pm | Brook Pastoral Benchmark 55 Handicap 800m | ||||
| Race 2 at 1:37pm | Nutrien AG Solutions Benchmark 65 Handicap 1400m | ||||
| Race 3 at 2:12pm | Birdsville Races Roadies Ratings Band 0-55 Handicap 1400m | ||||
| Race 4 at 2:47pm | Lyndhurst Stud QTIS Class 2 Handicap 1200m | ||||
| Race 5 at 3:22pm | G&C Pastoral Benchmark 65 Handicap 1000m | ||||
| Race 6 at 3:59pm | TAB Birdsville Cup Open Handicap 1600m | ||||
| Race 7 at 4:37pm | VisitBirdsville.com Ratings Band 0-50 Handicap 1000m | ||||
OBE Pavilion
The Birdsville Race Club is pleased to offer visitors a luxury outback dining experience available on both race days.
Limited in number these OBE Pavilion hospitality packages will provide:
- Clear fronted marquee with full views of the track
- Gourmet dining featuring OBE Organic produce
- Exclusive trackside access
- 4.5 hour beer and wine package
- Complimentary race book
- Sky Channel coverage
- Live entertainment between races
Our on course chef will tantalise the taste buds of guests in what is without question the finest dining in Birdsville during race week and an opportunity not to be missed.
