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Brisbane Rotary Art Show

Jul 20-31, 2026 Brisbane

The 44th annual Brisbane Rotary Art Show is a public exhibition showcasing nearly 300 artworks from local artists in Brisbane CBD, running from July 20 to 31. The event is free to...

Art exhibition Visual Arts +3

Christmas in July - Airlie Beach Cruise Ship Markets

Jul 1-31, 2026 Airlie Beach, Whitsundays

Christmas in July at the Airlie Beach Cruise Ship Markets runs throughout July 2026 in Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, transforming the waterfront market into a festive seasonal celebration held on cruise ship days....

Fair Market +6

Charters Towers Show

Jul 26-28, 2026 Charters Towers

The Charters Towers Show is an annual three-day agricultural and community event held in Charters Towers, North Queensland. It transforms the local showgrounds into a vibrant hub, featuring livestock competitions, equestrian events,...

Agricultural Show Community Event +6

Weipa Running Festival

Jul 26, 2026 Weipa

The ninth annual Weipa Running Festival, which has achieved a record sell-out of registrations for the first time, is set to take place on Sunday, July 26, in Weipa. This year's event...

Running Festival +3

Gospel Music Festival

Jul 26, 2026 Ayr

The free Gospel Music Festival takes place on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at the Stardust Drive-In Theatre in Ayr, Australia. It features uplifting live performances by artists such as Brendon Walmsley, Victor...

Music Gospel +5

Rod Stewart Tribute Show

Jul 25-26, 2026 Airlie Beach

The Rod Stewart Tribute Show, headlined by American performer Rob Caudill, brings the hits and stage persona of the British rock icon to Airlie Beach. Held at the Airlie Beach Hotel over...

Tribute Show Live music +2

Mount Gravatt Show

Jul 25-26, 2026 Brisbane

The Mount Gravatt Show is a community-led agricultural festival held at the Mount Gravatt Showgrounds in Brisbane, celebrating its 110th annual event in 2026. The event features entertainment, animal and wildlife experiences,...

Agricultural Show Community festival +3

Mooloo Farm's sunflower festival

Jul 25, 2026 Queensland

Mooloo Farm's sunflower festival is an annual event held on July 25, 2026, at Mooloo Farm in Queensland's Mary Valley, Australia. Hosted by Noel and Debbie Granshaw, this second annual festival raises...

Sunflowers Charity +8

Cirque Du Strange

Jul 24-25, 2026 Cooktown

Cirque Du Strange is a theatrical burlesque and "cirquelesque" production held at the Shire Hall in Cooktown, Queensland. Produced by Maehem Productions, the event features a collaborative performance between local dancers and...

Burlesque Theatrical +4

The Eagles Greatest Hits Friday

Jul 24, 2026 Ayr

The Eagles Greatest Hits Friday is a live musical tribute performance held at the Burdekin Theatre in Ayr. The event features a selection of the legendary rock band's most famous songs during...

Music Tribute +3

Tully Show

Jul 24, 2026 Tully, Cassowary Coast

The Tully Show is an annual agricultural and community festival scheduled for 24 July 2026 at the Tully Showgrounds in Tully, on the Cassowary Coast. The event is listed as running throughout...

Agricultural Show Community festival +3

Keys to Life - Two Friends, Two Pianos

Jul 19, 2026 Melbourne

Keys to Life - Two Friends, Two Pianos is an independent concert series featuring pianists Jayson Gillham and Jordanian-Palestinian Iyad Sughayer. The duo will perform works by Debussy and Mozart, alongside the...

Classical Music Piano +4

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