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Birdsville Races
Birdsville, Far West

6 - 07 September 2013

Phone:
07 4656 3216
Email:
info@diamantina.qld.gov.au
Web:
www.birdsvilleraces.com

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Description

The second race meet in the Simpson Desert Racing Carnival. Dubbed as the Melbourne Cup of the Outback, crowds of 6,000 racegoers converge on Birdsville each year to enjoy two day of quality outback racing and entertainment. The 13 race programs features top horses from all over Australia competing for the coveted XXXX Gold Birdsville Cup and in excess of AUD150,000 in prize monies. Other entertainment includes the Fashions of the Field, Fred Brophy's Boxing Troupe, Equine Fun Day at the Birdsville Hotel, a variety of food vendors, a giant auction and much more.

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Attracting visitors from all over the world, the Birdsville Races is an event that you will be talking about for years to come.

Curious about what could draw so many people to a tiny, outback town on the edge of the desert? Join them at the Birdsville Races to experience an Australian racing tradition.

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Property Details

Facilities

  • Access Without Assistance for the Disabled
    Non-assisted Access
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Car park
    Car park
  • Sheltered Area
    Sheltered Area

Other Information

Children:
Children are welcome at Birdsville Races.

Disabled:
There is access for patrons with a disability at Birdsville Races.

Further Details:
Please visit their web site for further information on ticketing, programs, entertainment, hospitality packages, travel information, FAQS and much, much more.

How To Get There:
All roads leading into Birdsville are unsealed and demand driver concentration. Caution and adequate preparation are necessary when travelling on outback roads. Please ensure that excess fuel, water, food, medical supplies and spare tyres are carried in case of emergency. A AUD25.00 (including GST) per person landing/access fee applies for all persons utilising Birdsville Aerodrome during the Birdsville Races period. Toilet and shower facilities are provided for those wishing to camp by their aircraft at no extra cost.


Frequency: Annual


Event Dates

06 - 07 September 2013

Entry Costs

EntryCostValid FromInclusions
Adult$20.00   06 - 07 Sep 13   Per day. Trackside Marquee packages also available. Please visit their web site for more details. Children 15 and under are free.

Venues

Birdsville Racecourse

Address:
Birdsville Developmental Road
Birdsville
Queensland Australia 4482
Contact Details:
Tollfree: 1300 794 257


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Birdsville Developmental Road
Birdsville
Queensland Australia 4482

Contact Details

Phone:
07 4656 3216
Email:
info@diamantina.qld.gov.au
Web:
www.birdsvilleraces.com

 
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