The Outback


Outback QLD
24 April — 9 May 2026

QLD MUSIC TRAILS — THE OUTBACK

Kaylee Bell | The Wolfe Brothers | Taylor Moss | Tori Darke & More

8 Events | 1,163km Journey | 1 Incredible Adventure

Queensland’s rugged heartland transforms into Australia’s grandest stage when QLD Music Trails: The Outback returns for its fourth year, 24 April – 9 May. From Charleville to Mount Isa, this one-of-a-kind self-drive adventure blends live music, unforgettable landscapes, and the warmth of country communities into a journey like no other.

The Outback Trail is more than a festival — it’s an iconic Australian road trip. Trade city skylines for red dirt horizons, dance under a blanket of stars, share meals with locals, and experience performances that will stay with you long after the final note.

Charleville ➜ Tambo ➜ Barcaldine ➜ Winton ➜ Hughenden ➜ Julia Creek ➜ Mount Isa

The journey culminates in Outback Sounds at Mount Isa, the Trail’s pinnacle open-air music festival, headlined by none other than Kaylee Bell, 2023 CMA Global Artist of the Year, and The Wolfe Brothers, Australia’s most awarded country rock duo.

Guiding audiences along the way are Trail Ambassadors Taylor Moss and Tori Darke, sharing their passion for country music and Outback culture at every stop.

Make the journey your own with the Trail Traveller Pass, your all-in-one ticket to the very best of the Outback Trail. Passes are limited — don’t miss your chance.

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LAST YEAR HIGHLIGHTS

THE ADVENTURE

24 April to 9 May 2026 - 8 Events | 1,163km Journey

From Charleville to Mount Isa, this one-of-a-kind self-drive adventure combines live music and unforgettable landscapes.

TESTIMONIALS

"Being able to take my kids to see James Johnston was amazing! We'd never be able to get to his concert otherwise, or go to any other concert ... as they're usually in other areas. This event has made high quality artists accessible to us too".

Carly, Charleville, QLD

"The music and the set places to [visit] enables us to plan our route and feel confident in our first outback trip ... [It] helped our confidence when travelling in the outback".

Wendy, Sunshine Coast, QLD

"Belonging to a community is a powerful thing... it was very special being a part of it".

Doug, Hobart, TAS

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

QMF respectfully acknowledges the Bidjara, Wadjabangai, Dharawala, Iningai, Koa, Yirendali, Mayi, and Kalkadoon Peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land, waters and skies where The Outback Trail unfolds. We extend our respects for their enduring connection to the remarkable terrain, where creative works take place, performances resonate, and celebrations come to life. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders of all communities who also work and live on this land. We recognise the importance of First Nations leadership and collaboration, and QMF commits to walking together on a journey of shared learning and culture.

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