Festival FAQs

We have several options for camping at the festival including powered and unpowered sites and glamping tents.

Powered Sites

Most powered sites are 7m wide and 10m long. There are some sites that are only suited to campervans, camping trailers and tents. All powered sites will have a boundary marked. And we ask that you please stay within your allocated area.

Non-Powered Sites

Non- powered sites are not allocated, and you may camp anywhere withing the allocated non-powered areas. There is one section of non-powered sites that you can run a generator 24/7. (this area is indicated on the ticketing page).

Camping with accessibility needs

We do have some site available for people with accessibility needs that are close to the accessible amenities.  Please contact the Festival Director if you wish to secure one of these spots. Contact details Jennifer.tasker@flinders.qld.gov.au or (07) 4741 2971

Glamping Tents

The glamping tent area is on the banks of Station Creek, located just outside the showground’s boundary. There will be a communal glamping tent area with phone charging stations, chairs etc to relax. Toilets and showers will be set up to cater to this area.

Camping With Pets

We welcome you to bring your fur babies if they are well behaved and not barkers. Pets must always remain on a lead. Pets are allowed into the festival during the day , but not at the evening events.

All campers will be sent maps and more detailed information one month prior to the festival date.

You can buy tickets at the gate for any event and showgrounds camping, however this will be based on availability. Note. Ticket prices at the gate are slightly higher than on line ticket prices.

You can present either a printed copy or digital copy on your phone or tablet.

The festival will be operating a free shuttle bus on Friday , Saturday and Sunday nights. Pick up locations will be the Allen Terry Caravan Park, Royal Hotel, Hughenden Industrial and Freight and the Bowls Club.
Shuttle bus timetable will be released closer to the festival date.

Most vendors will accept cash or card. There is also several ATM’s located around town. There is a National Bank in Brodie Street, ATMS at both pubs and the Aston and BP Service Stations.

You can get reception on Telstra or Optus but please be aware that Telstra Aldi or Telstra Woolworths sim cards do not work in this region.

There is no free wifi at the showgrounds or the lake, however there is free wifi in Brodie Street (the main street), the Library and the Flinders Discovery Centre.

Public access to USB charging stations is available on the main street (Brodie Street) – located in the centre strip next to the green bench seats and the Flinders Discovery Centre

Yes, there are several taps located along the fence line at the powered and unpowered sites. The water in Hughenden is safe to drink.

Day temperatures range between 26 – 30 degrees which is still warm enough to swim in the lake so bring your swim wear. Night time tempretures can drop down to as low as 18 degrees so make sure you take a jacket if attending night time events.

Yes, the lake was purpose built in 2019 for recreational use. The lake is filled by artesian and rainwater. The lake has also been stocked with fish and red claw. For more information on the lake head to our website www.visithughenden.com.au

Star gazing is great any clear night in the outback. You just need to find a spot free from light, a comfy chair or mat to lie on and look up! This time of year is especially great as the Eta Aquariid meteor shower occurs around the same time as the Festival of Outback Skies. This is the best shower of the year in the southern night skies and can be best seen between 3am -5am on the morning of May 6.The best places to view this are at Mt Walker or anywhere away from street or town lights. Call into the Visitor Centre for directions to the best locations.

Pets are allowed in camping areas within the Showgrounds, however, will need to be supervised and restrained at all times. Pets are allowed to the day time events provided they are on a leash at all times. Pets are not allowed to the ticketed evening events (with the exception of guide dogs) Dog owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pet. Flinders Shire Council does reserve the right to ask a dog to be removed from the festival event site if the dog barks excessively or becomes a nuisance for other patrons or livestock.

If you’re looking for something to add onto your trip to the region, the friendly staff at the Visitor Information Centre can assist you. Some of the top attractions in the area are:

• Porcupine Gorge
• Mt Walker
• Hughenden Art Trail
• There are three tourist drives, the Basalt, Flinders and Eromanga Byways
• Flinders Discovery Centre
• Koorooinya Nature Reserve