Annual Events

Boulia is home to some great annual events including the iconic Boulia Camel Races. Be sure to plan your trip around one of these fun filled calendar dates or view our events listing for details on more local events.

Australia Day Awards

On Australia Day each year, the Boulia Shire Council hosts an Australia Day Awards ceremony, a time when well deserving citizens in our community are recognised for their efforts and achievements. The categories awarded are:

Citizen of the Year
Young Citizen of the Year
Organiser/Organisation of the Year
Community Event of the Year
Senior Sportsperson of the Year
Junior Sportsperson of the Year

The nomination forms for the 2027 Australia Day Awards will be available soon. Please email admin@boulia.qld.gov.au if you would like to make a nomination now.

Boulia Camel Races

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The famous Boulia Camel Races is held annually every third weekend in July. This event draws crowds in their thousands to watch camels race around the track to win that elusive Boulia Camel Cup. With live entertainment, fireworks, markets and more, this is a great weekend for all the family. For more information including entry fees, visit the Boulia Camel Races website.

Want to see more camel racing? Why not consider doing the Outback Camel Festival Trail Self-drive loop.

The 2026 Boulia Camel Races will be held 17 - 19 July.

Boulia QCWA Spring Fair

Thanks to the efforts and coordination of the hard working members of the Queensland Country Womens Association Boulia branch, the annual Spring Fair gives the local Boulia community a chance to showcase their talents with displays and competitions in a vast array of categories such as cooking, horticulture, arts and craft and photography.

Visit the QCWA Boulia Branch Facebook page for more information.

View the 2025 Spring Fair Colouring Competition Sheets

View the 2025 Spring Fair Competition Booklet

Easter Races

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Held annually over the Easter weekend (weather permitting) is Boulia’s Easter Races.

The horse races are a must see with exciting action on the track, bookmakers trackside all not to be outdone by the fashions on the field. This event offers something to suit all the family and the serious punter.

Unfortunately due to a number of circumstances, event organisers have had to make the difficult decision to cancel the 2026 Boulia Easter Races.

For more information, visit the Boulia Turf Club Facebook page.

Rodeo and Campdraft

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Normally held annually in May is Boulia's Annual Rodeo & Campdraft event. Featuring bull rides, barrel racing and live entertainment this is an event not to be missed.

The 2026 Rodeo & Campdraft is scheduled for 8th, 9th & 10th May 2026

For more information visit the Boulia Campdraft and Rodeo Facebook page.

Events around the Region

Our neighbouring shires have some great events to offer also. Visit one of the following websites to learn more.

Events and Festivals | Outback Way

Outback Queensland Events

The Diamantina | Events in the Region