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Featured RV Friendly Events

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Loxton Lights Festival

Event date: 29 November - 31 December 2025

Christmas is a magical time, full of enchantment, celebration and family. For over 30 years, the Loxton Lights Festival has been embracing the joyous festive season for locals and visitors alike. The local community comes together to create a memorable Christmas experience for all, with spectacular Christmas light displays in large clusters of residential streets, and homes adorned with over 350 unique hand-painted Christmas scenes.

Loxton’s village-style main street, East Terrace, is a joy to behold at night from the enormous Christmas tree dazzling on the roundabout to the spectacular Light Show in the trees through the centre of town. During the day, wander the Riverland’s best shopping strip and browse the diverse range of local specialty shops with many independent, family-run small businesses providing a unique Christmas shopping experience.

Loxton is situated in the Riverland of South Australia. A 2½ hour drive east of Adelaide, Loxton is a popular destination for sheer relaxation, indulgences in food and wine, aquatic and outdoor activities, and of course our fabulous Christmas Festival.

Enjoy browsing through the website and discovering the many Christmas events associated with the Lights Festival. We look forward to welcoming you to Loxton for one of the Riverland’s most loved family events.

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Parkes Elvis Festival

Event Date: 8 January - 12 January 2026.

The Parkes Elvis Festival is held every year in the second week in January, coinciding with Elvis Presley’s birthday. Going into its 33rd year, the Festival continues to grow – with over 200 events across five fabulous, fun-filled days.

Officially endorsed by the estate of Elvis Presley, Elvis Presley Enterprises Inc. in Memphis, Parkes Elvis Festival hosts a number of live entertainment including the official Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest (the winner representing Australia in Memphis, USA), Feature concert series starring a special guest artist, Evolution Mining Northparkes Operations street parade, renewal of vows ceremony, Miss Priscilla Competition and many free live concerts, competitions and prizes.

Recognised as one of the top three Festivals and Events in Australia, the Festival attracts over 22,000 fans, both nationally and internationally, having a global reach of more than 200 million with exposure in the United States, the United Kingdom and Asia.

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Crystal Brook Show

Event date: Saturday 8 August 2026

The Crystal Brook Show is a long-standing country event held annually in the Mid North region of South Australia, typically on the second Saturday in August. Organised by the North Western Agricultural Society, it blends agricultural tradition with modern entertainment to offer something for all ages. For families, there’s a sideshow alley, giant bubbles, petting zoo (“Rainbow Farm”), mechanical bull rides, talent shows and interactive activities aimed at kids. The show also features live entertainment, food vendors, and exhibitions showcasing homegrown produce and craftsmanship—all within a friendly, community-centred atmosphere.

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

TASMANIA

Pyengana Recreation Ground - TAS RVFD

Pyengana is a small village in north-east Tasmania, located approximately 30-minutes’ drive from the coastal town of St Helens and an hour from Scottsdale. Pyengana offers free parking at the recreation ground on St Columba Falls Road. While visiting, be sure to take up the opportunity to visit the Pyengana Dairy Company and Cheese Factory and watch cheese being made, sample some of Pyengana’s award-winning produce, and purchase some of your favourite hearty cheddar. Pyengana Dairy Company and Cheese Factory has been making tasty cheese using traditional methods for more than 100 years. Also within the region are some extremely picturesque waterfalls, including the cascading St Columba Falls. Cost: Donation at gateParking: Negotiable stay limitOpening Hours: 7 days

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Bingara - NSW RVFT

Bingara is situated on the Gwydir River, approximately 150 kilometres north of Tamworth. The area was discovered in 1827, immediately attracting graziers, and in 1852 the gold prospectors followed. In the 1880s, copper and diamonds were discovered, and Bingara was the largest producer of diamonds at that time. The Gwydir River Camping Areas (off White & Faithful Sts) offer both short and long-term parking. There is no cost to stay at these sites; however, vehicles must be self-contained, and a maximum stay of 7 days applies. Pets on leads are welcome at the camping areas and potable water and dump point can be found at Cunningham Park. Please note: a small fee applies for water.The Gwydir River offers plenty of activities, including fishing, canoeing and river rafting. One of the best ways to experience the area is on horseback with Gwydir River Trail Rides, taking in the pleasure of superb bush trails along the river and high into the ranges. Bingara is a wonderful place to visit, especially for RV travellers.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreRoxy Theatre Building, 74 Maitland StPh: 02 6724 0066bingaratourism@gwydir.nsw.gov.auwww.bingara.com.au Casual Parking (near retail centre)Cunningham St (btwn Maitland & Riddell Sts)Cunningham St (btwn Maitland & Junction Sts)Short & Long Term ParkingGwydir River Camping Area, off White St and off Faithfull St, 7 day maximum stay, self-contained vehicles only, nil charge, pets on leadDump PointCunningham Park, Copeton Dam RdLat: -29.864064, Long: 150.576226Near Cemetery on Riddell StLat: -29.879591, Long: 150.57219Potable WaterCunningham Park, Copeton Dam Rd. Small fee appliesHospitalCopeton Dam Rd, Ph: 02 6728 0100Doctors Surgery94 Maitland St, Ph: 02 6724 1900Pharmacy42 Maitland St, Ph: 02 6724 1400SupermarketIGA,41-45 Maitland St, Ph: 02 6724 1303

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VICTORIA

Ararat - VIC RVFT

Ararat is a city in south-west Victoria, approximately 198km west of Melbourne. The Ararat region is home to numerous towns and villages founded in the 1840's by pioneer farmers herding cattle and sheep. The area fast became a prosperous agricultural district. Ararat was founded following the discovery of gold in 1857, and the subsequent influx of Chinese immigrants. Located near the magnificent Grampians National Park, Ararat is an ideal base to start exploring the region and the best place to start this exploration is the Visitor Information Centre.Visitors to Ararat can find short-term parking at Green Hill Lake. There is no fee to stay here, however a donation is appreciated. A dump point and potable water can be found at Green Hill Lake Reserve camping area.When visiting Ararat, be sure to immerse yourself in the deep history the town has to offer. The Gum San Chinese Heritage Centre gives an insight into the lives of the Chinese miners who discovered one of the world's richest shallow alluvial goldfields in the area. An interesting relic of Ararat's past, is the J Ward Old County Gaol. Originally built as a gaol, the buildings were transformed in 1887 into an asylum for the criminally insane, where chilling details of the prisoners and their crimes are on display. The Trash & Treasure Market is held every second Sunday of the month at Alexandra Hall across from McDonalds. With the Grampians so close, there are always many interesting walks to take, from the short and easy to the more advanced treks, taking in the views and the native flora and fauna. The Halls Gap Wildlife Park and Zoo, nestled at the foot of the Grampians Ranges, has a wide display of both native and exotic animals and birds.Tourist/Visitor Centre 82 Vincent St, Ararat VICPh: 1800 657 158tourinfo@ararat.vic.gov.auCasual Parking High St near VIC & High St behind the Civic Centre, near the council offices; Ingor St alongside SafewayShort Term Parking Green Hill Lake, donation, max stay 5 days without permit, if visitors would like to stay longer they need to obtain a free permit from Ararat Rural City Council, 59 Vincent St, Ararat, opposite the Visitor CentreDump Point Green Hill Lake Reserve Camping Area. LAT: -37.296457 LONG: 142.979597.Potable Water Service Stations, Alexander AveHospital Girdlestone St, Ph: 03 5352 9300, Email: info@eghs.net.au or visit www.eghs.net.auDoctors Surgery 55 High St, Ph: 03 5352 2311Dentist 220 - 222 Barkly S, Ph: 03 5352 1024Pharmacy Advantage Pharmacy, 119 Barkly St, Ph: 03 5352 1007; Healthwise Pharmacy, 137 Barkly St, Ph: 03 5352 1114SupermarketAldi, 41-47 Moore St, Ph: 03 8369 3000; Fishers IGA, 41-47 Vincent St, Ph: 03 5352 1020; Safeway, Ingor St, Ph: 03 5352 4377

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