Here’s how to keep exploring!
If you thought the Scenic Rim region couldn’t pack any more excitement into 2025, think again! From farm gate trails and music festivals, to rodeos, hay bale competitions, and Clydesdales, along with country days and shows, this year is packed with unforgettable events. Here are nine fantastic reasons why you won’t want to miss a trip to the Scenic Rim!
Country Agricultural Shows
Scenic Rim agricultural shows are a time-honoured tradition, celebrating country charm, community spirit, and a love for the land. Generations come together as farmers showcase their finest produce and livestock, while the thrill of carnival rides and woodchopping competitions fill the air with excitement. It’s a true taste of country life!
BOONAH SHOW
30-31 May
KALBAR SHOW
20-21 June
CANUNGRA SHOW
23 August
BEAUDESERT SHOW
5-6 September
Clydesdale Spectacular
14 – 15 June
This year, the richest Clydesdale Show in the Southern Hemisphere is coming to Beaudesert! Enjoy two days of competition, heritage trades, and hands-on displays including carriage and harness classes, whip cracking, and the World Whip Plaiting Titles. Scottish traditions will also be celebrated with caber tossing, pipes and drums—it’s a true celebration of history and horsepower.
Canungra Rodeo
12 July
Giddy up for a full day of action at Canungra Showground! Enjoy barrel racing, bull riding, calf roping, and more. Grab a spot on the hill, warm up by the fire, and kick on with live music.
Farm Gate Trail
20 July
Meet the farmers, taste the flavours, and explore our region on a self-drive adventure. From cuddling farm animals and strolling through flower fields, to boutique wine and local honey tastings, pack your esky, gather your crew, and hit the trail for a day of deliciousness!
Kalbar Country Day & Hay Bale Trail
18 October
A fun-filled day of giant hay sculptures, country hospitality, the famous carrot toss and hay scramble, market stalls, kids rides, fresh local produce, an animal farm, and live entertainment. PS—hop on a bus tour to see the hay bale sculptures!
The Long Sunset
31 October – 2 November
Enjoy a weekend of music, art, and culture with live performances from top Australian and local artists, market stalls, workshops, and local food and wine offerings. Visit for the day or camp under the stars.
For more info on events in region, head to whatsonscenicrim.com
