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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260829T173000
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SUMMARY:Taste Central Highlands - Emerald
DESCRIPTION:We are so excited to bring back our Field to Fine Dining event\, celebrating the diversity and excellence of production of the Central Highlands.Join us for a fine dining experience featuring a premium menu curated by celebrity chef and TV personality Alastair McLeod\, prepared alongside local catering businesses and hospitality students. Savour locally sourced dishes\, enjoy the bar and live entertainment\, and hear from Alastair and the producers behind the region’s finest food and ingredients.This is your opportunity to recognise the enormous contribution our primary producers make to our economic success – and to connect and strengthen the support networks that make our region great.👗 Dress: Cocktail attire \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://centralqueenslandhighlands.com.au/event/taste-central-highlands-emerald/
LOCATION:Emerald Showgrounds\, Capricorn Highway\, Emerald\, Queensland\, 4720\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerald Show Society":MAILTO:Admin@emeraldshow.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260822T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260822T160000
DTSTAMP:20260813T060118Z
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SUMMARY:Outback Classics Show & Shine - Emerald
DESCRIPTION: Get ready\, Emerald! The 2026 Outback Classics – Show & Shine Car Show is almost here! If you love chrome\, horsepower\, and jaw‑dropping builds\, this is the event you won’t want to miss. Bring the whole family for a full day of cars\, food\, music\, and community fun. What to Expect• Classic\, vintage\, and muscle cars• Custom builds and restorations• Live entertainment & demos• Food trucks and local vendors• Kids’ activities• Trophies and prizes Date: (22nd August 2026) Location: (Emerald Showgrounds) Time: (From 9am)Shine up your ride and enter the show — or just come enjoy the spectacle. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://centralqueenslandhighlands.com.au/event/outback-classics-show-shine-emerald/
LOCATION:Emerald Showgrounds\, Capricorn Highway\, Emerald\, Queensland\, 4720\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerald Car Club":MAILTO:emeraldcarclub@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260710T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260711T233000
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UID:10000661-1783702800-1783812600@centralqueenslandhighlands.com.au
SUMMARY:Emerald Rodeo + APRA Jnr National Finals
DESCRIPTION:The wait is over — you can now secure your tickets to one of Central Queensland’s biggest events of the year! 🤠🐂The Sentinel Engineering & Fabrication Rodeo featuring the 2026 APRA Junior National Finals Rodeo is just around the corner — two massive days of world-class rodeo action\, Australia’s best junior competitors\, live music\, bar\, food vans and kids rides!📅 Friday 10 & Saturday 11 July 2026📍 Emerald Rodeo Grounds🔖 Tickets: 💰 Adults — $30 💰 Pension Card Holders/High School Kids — $15 💰 Primary School Kids & Under — FREE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://centralqueenslandhighlands.com.au/event/emerald-rodeo-apra-jnr-national-finals/
LOCATION:Emerald Showgrounds\, Capricorn Highway\, Emerald\, Queensland\, 4720\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerald Rodeo Association":MAILTO:emeraldrodeo@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260602T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260603T160000
DTSTAMP:20260517T235045Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Emerald Show
DESCRIPTION:The 97th Emerald Show celebrates the heritage\, traditions\, agriculture\, talent and vibrant community spirit that make our region shine\, all under this year’s theme\, 💎Gems of the Highlands💎.For two beautiful winter days\, the Emerald Showgrounds will come alive with livestock competitions\, equestrian events\, woodchopping\, vibrant pavilion displays filled with art\, craft\, cakes and flowers\, delicious food\, sideshow alley\, live entertainment and plenty of good old-fashioned family fun. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://centralqueenslandhighlands.com.au/event/2026-emerald-show/
LOCATION:Emerald Showgrounds\, Capricorn Highway\, Emerald\, Queensland\, 4720\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerald Show Society":MAILTO:Admin@emeraldshow.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260404T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260404T170000
DTSTAMP:20260122T002935Z
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SUMMARY:Sunflower Festival Easter Rodeo
DESCRIPTION:🔖 Tickets available at the gate (Cash/EFTPOS)$30 Adults$15 Pension Card Holders/High SchoolFREE for Primary School & Under🎸 Music and Bar until 1.30am🚐 Food vans🎠 Kids rides \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://centralqueenslandhighlands.com.au/event/sunflower-festival-easter-rodeo/
LOCATION:Emerald Showgrounds\, Capricorn Highway\, Emerald\, Queensland\, 4720\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerald Rodeo Association":MAILTO:emeraldrodeo@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260321T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260321T220000
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SUMMARY:Big Beer Festival - Emerald
DESCRIPTION:Taste your way through local and independent craft beers\, ciders\, cocktails\, and seltzers. Enjoy a killer lineup of live music\, feast on food truck favourites\, and challenge your mates to a round of beer pong or our iconic Big Beer Cup.Add in some novelty games and giveaways and you’ve got the ultimate day out. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://centralqueenslandhighlands.com.au/event/big-beer-festival-emerald/
LOCATION:Emerald Showgrounds\, Capricorn Highway\, Emerald\, Queensland\, 4720\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerald Show Society":MAILTO:Admin@emeraldshow.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260131T083000
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SUMMARY:What's On in Emerald Expo
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re new to the Central Highlands or considering making the move\, the What’s On in Emerald Expo is the perfect place to discover everything our region has to offer!* Explore local sporting groups\, childcare providers\, and family services* Sign up for classes\, programs\, and activities for your kids* Support local raffles and shop merchandise* Enjoy live demonstrations and performances scheduled throughout the morningFamily friendly | Free admission | refreshments available to purchase. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://centralqueenslandhighlands.com.au/event/whats-on-in-emerald-expo/
LOCATION:Emerald Showgrounds\, Capricorn Highway\, Emerald\, Queensland\, 4720\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerald Show Society":MAILTO:Admin@emeraldshow.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251207T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251207T203000
DTSTAMP:20251201T215512Z
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UID:10000291-1765130400-1765139400@centralqueenslandhighlands.com.au
SUMMARY:Emerald Christmas Carols
DESCRIPTION:Emerald Rotary Carols is an annual event that brings everyone together to share in the festive spirit.Lend your voice to the classic hymns or simply clap along to the music; keep an eye out for the big man in a red suit!Free entry\, food and drink available\, plenty of parking\, everyone’s welcome. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://centralqueenslandhighlands.com.au/event/emerald-christmas-carols/
LOCATION:Emerald Showgrounds\, Capricorn Highway\, Emerald\, Queensland\, 4720\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="Rotary Club of Emerald":MAILTO:emerald@rotary9560.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250301T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250301T220000
DTSTAMP:20250225T033744Z
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SUMMARY:Big Beer Festival
DESCRIPTION:Big Beer Festival is back in 2025\, bigger than ever! \n\n\n\nEnjoy fantastic local craft beers or sip your way through a range of alcoholic ginger beers and cocktails\, plus there’ll be wines\, spirits and a range of tasty delights from food vendors. \n\n\n\nLocal musicians will be rocking the mainstage from 1pm to late in the evening\, plus compete for glory in our Beer Pong Tournament and Big Beer Cup!
URL:https://centralqueenslandhighlands.com.au/event/big-beer-festival/
LOCATION:Emerald Showgrounds\, Capricorn Highway\, Emerald\, Queensland\, 4720\, Australia
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