Event date - 27/02/2026 - 1/3/2026
The 2026 Cobargo Folk Festival is a welcoming, family-friendly event featuring a weekend of folk and roots music in the NSW village of Cobargo in the beautiful Bega Valley.
Established in 1996, the Festival has grown to become one of Australia’s best-loved village festivals because of its intimate size, fun and friendly vibe, and its high-quality artistic program.
The Cobargo Folk Festival is a place to reconnect, relax and get creative with family and friends. The Festival offers a warm and authentic experience on the NSW Sapphire Coast, featuring the best of live folk and roots music from Australian and overseas.
The family friendly vibe continues with KidBARGO! our special kids' program and The Crossing Youth Performers' stage.
Come and try the best of Sapphire Coast produce at the festival food village and enjoy local art and craft offerings at the festival market.
Date: 11-12/9/26
Looking for a fun-filled family weekend out? Look no further than the Quilpie and District Show.
Friday night will see all the thrills and spills of the rodeo action as the toughest cowboys battle to stay on the eight seconds and take home the prize.
Saturday morning the Show is in full swing with plenty to do for the whole family including stalls of all kinds, an all-day bar and canteen, a show pavilion, and great entertainment.
For an outback experience with true country hospitality, make the Quilpie and District Show your big weekend out!
Date: 14/05/2026
Get ready for a high-energy, family-friendly rodeo event that celebrates Tasmanian country spirit and thrills! The 2026 George Town Rodeo brings together talented riders and competitors from across Tasmania (and beyond) for a full professional rodeo program featuring classic events like:
Bull Riding
Saddle Bronc & Bareback Riding
Steer Wrestling
Team Roping & Breakaway Roping
Barrel Racing
There are also 2nd Division and Junior competitions that give up-and-coming riders their chance to shine, plus local community events such as steer rides and barrel races that are always a highlight for spectators.
Whether you’re a rodeo fan or looking for a fun day out, expect heart-pounding action, great community atmosphere, and plenty of entertainment for all ages. The event runs in the late afternoon and evening — perfect for bringing the whole family and enjoying an authentic Tasmanian rodeo experience.