Nestled deep in the heart of the Australian Outback, Cunnamulla comes alive each year with the mesmerizing spectacle of the Outback River Lights Festival. This unique celebration blends the rugged beauty of the Outback with the magic of lights, creating an unforgettable experience for locals and visitors alike. Join us as we explore the enchanting world of the Outback River Lights Festival and discover why this event has become a highlight on Cunnamulla’s cultural calendar.
What an Amazing Weekend!
Thankyou to our sponsors, community, visitors, entertainers, friends, family, staff and everybody that made our event such a success.
Bring on Outback River Lights Festival 2026
COMPETITIONS
WARREGO SCULPTURE COMPETITION
LIGHT UP YOUR GARDEN COMPETITION
FESTIVAL OPEN ARTS COMPETITION
WORKSHOPS AND ARTS HUB
LANTERN MAKING- FREE
Create your own lanterns ready to take part in the parade
EMU EGG PAINTING
Learn the history and culture whilst you decorate your own emu egg
FIRE TWIRLING & CIRCUS WORKSHOPS – FREE
Fire staff, poi, slackline and much more, open to all ages
BOOMERANGS WORKSHOP
– FREE
Decorate your own boomerang and learn the cultural significance and how to throw
FREE LIVE PERFORMANCES
LEE GRIFFIN
Classic pub rock covers
VIXENS OF FALL
Boho country rock
TWIN FIRE FLAMES
High energy fire show
BLUSEY CRUISEY
Laid back covers
TOMMY CROW
Acclaimed Yidaki Artist
FOOD EXPERIENCES
LONG TABLE DINNER AND SHOW UNDER THE STARS
Exclusive Friday night dinner with an indigenous flair
BUSH TUCKER COOKING – MASTERCLASS
Cook your own lunch learning and using native ingredients
RANGER NICKS
CAMP OVEN COOKING -FREE
Throughout the weekend, Ranger Nick demonstrates the art of camp oven cooking
NULLAWOKKA
BUSH TUCKER COOKING DEMO – FREE
Watch and try a taste of emu egg omelette and other tasty dishes
CULTURAL EXPERIENCES
KOOMA CULTURE PRESENTAION – FREE
Gain a better understanding of some First Nations culture
BUSH POETS BREAKFAST
WITH CAMP OVEN COOKING – FREE
Gary Fogaty and friends bring a gentle and tasty start to Sunday morning
WELCOME TO COUNTRY
BY KUNJA PEOPLES – FREE
Our local Kunja Peoples provide a traditional Welcome to Country
TOMMY CROW
ACCLAIMED YIDAKI ARTIST – FREE
Cunnamulla local and renowned artist, Tommy Crow provides entertainment with music and history of the Yidaki
FREE FESTIVAL FAVOURITES
SUNDAY COMMUNITY MARKETS
Come grab some food, souvenirs and handmade goods
KIDS FIRE TWIRLING PERFORMANCE
The participants from our fire twirling workshops demonstrate the skills they have learnt over the weekend
LANTERN PARADE & FESTIVAL
Join hundreds of locals and visitors in our annual lantern parade and display
FIREWORK FINALE
OVER THE WARREGO
After the sun sets watch the fireworks reflect over the Warrego River as our festival comes to a close