Upcoming Events

Hughenden Rugby 7’s

SATURDAY 27TH AUGUST

This is an annual competition open to all communities wanting to compete in a social Rugby Union competition in Hughenden, North Queensland. Get together a group of mates and road trip to Hughenden for an action-packed weekend of Rugby and parties. No experience is required, just people willing to have a bit of fun and a trophy for one lucky team. Let’s get a bit of healthy rivalry happening between communities.

St Francis School Fete

FRIDAY 30TH AUGUST
FROM 6PM

  • Ringers Challenge
  • Dodger Prizes and Ham Wheel
  • BBQ & Hot Pot
  • Bar
  • Rides
  • Games, prizes & Glow Products
  • Market Stalls

Prairie Races

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 7

The Annual Prairie Races provide a full weekend of country racing fun, with kids activities, live music into the night, exciting events such as the ‘Spanner Throw,’ auctions, fashions on the field, and, of course, a day of outback thoroughbred racing. Those who stay overnight will be treated with a “recovery breakfast” for a gold coin donation.

Remembrance Day Service

MONDAY 11TH NOVEMBER

Remembrance Day is a memorial day observed in Commonwealth of Nations member states since the end of the First World War to remember the members of their armed forces who have died in the line of duty.

Join the Hughenden community for the Remembrance Day service.


Middle of Nowhere Markets

FIRST SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH

The Middle of Nowhere Markets helps promote social interaction and in turn positive mental health, especially for those getting on in years. It provides a mechanism for locals to earn some money to assist in these tough times and gives a space for people to showcase their creations.

If you have thought of coming down to take a look or bringing a handful of pumpkins or a car boot of stuff to sell, please do.

Discovery Park Markets

AUGUST 10 & SEPT 14 – FROM 8.30AM

Hughenden Markets offer a wonderful opportunity for locals and like minded artists to sell their wares.