CMC Rocks QLD returns for its 19th year from Friday 20 to Sunday 22 March 2026 at Willowbank Raceway in Ipswich, Queensland. This is Australia’s premier country music festival, drawing thousands of fans each year for three days of boot-scooting fun.
Get ready for a power-packed weekend of engines, adrenaline and family fun at Planes, Trains and Autos 2026, one of Ipswich’s most exciting festivals celebrating everything that moves.
Rev up for a full month of high-octane excitement as the Festival of Horsepower 2026 takes over Ipswich this June. This signature regional event delivers a city-wide celebration of motorsport, horse racing and adrenaline-fuelled entertainment, bringing together some of Australia’s most iconic racing events into one unforgettable program.
Light up your winter with creativity, music and immersive experiences as SPARK Ipswich Arts Festival returns to the city this July.
Step back in time and discover the stories, traditions and historic landmarks that shaped one of Queensland’s oldest provincial cities as Galvanized – A Festival of Heritage returns to Ipswich this September.