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| The Abbey Medieval Festival |
While the temperature drops in the southern states, Queensland is preparing for a calendar of fun and wacky events to keep the winter blues at bay.
From dress ups to outback camel races, smooth tunes, bucking bulls and sparkling gems, these winter events provide the perfect excuse to book a long weekend in Queensland.
The Abbey Medieval Festival
Whether you fancy yourself as a knight, a damsel or maybe even the court jester, The Abbey Medieval Festival in Caboolture will have you dining, dancing and jousting your way into the past. Celebrated on the 7-8 of July you can enjoy medieval delicacies of kings and queens of old while watching dramatisations of days gone by. Even the kids will believe they were born in the wrong era with a wide range of workshops designed to teach them all about the medieval world. www.abbeytournament.com
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| Boulia Camel Races |
Boulia Camel Races
Boulia, a hidden gem of outback Queensland is home to the Boulia Camel Races, a wacky and wonderful event held from the 13-15 July 2012. From belly dancing to sky diving, camel rides to market stalls, this festival is absolutely jam packed with way-out things to see and do, culminating in the Quarter-Mile Flyer and the Camel Cup races. www.outbacknow.com.au
Jumpers and Jazz Festival
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| Jumpers and Jazz Festival |
As one of the few places in Queensland where jumpers are a necessity in winter, Warwick comes alive from 19-29 July to celebrate the thrill of the chill. Combining cleverness and creativity, the citizens lovingly dress 150 deciduous trees around the town in textiles for the official Jumpers and Jazz Festival. The strains of Queensland's finest jazz ensembles waft from cafes and restaurants, while events like the Spring Beanie Exhibition and live chalk artistry add to the festivities. www.jumpersandjazz.com
The Xstrata Mount Isa Rotary RodeoSaddle
The Xstrata Mount Isa Rotary RodeoSaddle up for one heck of a ride at The Xstrata Mount Isa Rotary Rodeo from the 10-12 August 2012. Check out the skill in the rope and tie or barrel racing competitions and judge whether the old blokes still have some left in the tank with the over 50's roping competition. www.isarodeo.com.au
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| Anakie Gemfest |
Gemfest
Queensland wraps up winter with a celebration of all things sparkly, but be warned, you won't want to leave without your own little gem. Anakie, on Queensland's gem fields, hosts Gemfest from 9-12 August 2012. Check out the exclusive Jewels of the Outback Showcases, featuring the most striking Queensland-produced sapphires, many of which are held in private collections. www.gemfest.com.au
Queensland wraps up winter with a celebration of all things sparkly, but be warned, you won't want to leave without your own little gem. Anakie, on Queensland's gem fields, hosts Gemfest from 9-12 August 2012. Check out the exclusive Jewels of the Outback Showcases, featuring the most striking Queensland-produced sapphires, many of which are held in private collections. www.gemfest.com.au
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