What’s on: Every event across Warwick, Southern Downs this weekend

From the huge Warwick Rodeo and Gold Cup Campdraft to your full list of Halloween hot spots across the region, this round-up of every event is sure to have you sorted this weekend.

It’s set to be a huge weekend of events across Warwick and the wider Southern Downs with stacks of massive attractions lined up.

From the 2021 Warwick Rodeo and Gold Cup Campdraft to Granite Belt arts extravaganzas and Halloween celebrations, there’s something for everyone in the region.

See the full list below:

WARWICK RODEO AND GOLD CUP CAMPDRAFT

“Australia’s Most Famous rodeo” is back in the Rose City this weekend, bringing some of the country’s best rodeo and campdraft competitors to town for a huge sports blockbuster.

Hundreds have already hit the Warwick Showgrounds to catch all the action from stacks of events, with everything from bull and bronc rides to campdraft and even junior competitors.

There’s dozens of trade vendors such as Ariat and Ringers Western along with scores of the region’s most popular food vendors including Shannon’s Hot Chips.

The fast-paced action gets under way early in the day and kicks on well into the evening, with live entertainment from huge country music stars such as Adam Brand performing on Friday and Saturday nights.

Click here to read the Daily News’ full event preview.

WHEN: Friday to Sunday from 7am

WHERE: Warwick Showgrounds at 18 Kingsford Street, Warwick

COST: $40 a day for adults, $20 for students, $15 for children aged 7-12, and kids 6 and under are free. Click here to book

WARWICK RODEO STREET PARADE

One of the most iconic events to accompany the Warwick Rodeo and Campdraft each year, the John Dee-sponsored Street Parade will again light up the town’s main street this weekend.

Dozens of vibrant floats and acts will be on display along Palmerin Street in line with this year’s theme ‘past, present, and future’.

Be sure to get to town a bit earlier to ensure you can nab a prime viewing spot!

WHEN: Saturday from 9am

WHERE: Palmerin Street, Warwick

COST: Free to attend

WARWICK RODEO MARKETS

Another institution of the Warwick Rodeo and Gold Cup Campdraft is making its comeback this weekend in the Warwick Potters Rodeo Markets.

Leslie Park will host a huge variety of local artists and stallholders with an array of handcrafted items on show, as well as a range of food vendors for any snacks and refreshments.

Darling Downs Health will also be hosting a Pfizer vaccine clinic on the day, so anyone eligible and willing can roll up their sleeves should take their Medicare card, ID, and a pen.

WHEN: Saturday, 8.30am – 1pm

WHERE: Leslie Park, Warwick

COST: Free entry, vendor prices to vary

GRANITE BELT ART TRAIL

If you’re looking for something more creative to fill your weekend, the Granite Belt Art and Craft Trail could be just the ticket.

The event is dedicated to celebrating the area’s homegrown talents and invites visitors into studios to check out each artist’s works first-hand and participate in demonstrations or workshops.

This year’s line-up includes exhibits at the Stanthorpe Art Gallery, oil painter Laurie Astill, Borderline Regional Arts, and more.

It comes in the lead-up to the Condamine Art and Craft Trail across the northern end of the region next week.

WHEN: Friday to Sunday, times vary by workshop

WHERE: Various Granite Belt venues – click here for PDF guide

COST: To vary by venue/workshop – click here for more info

HALLOWEEN CELEBRATIONS

It’s that spooky time of year again! Whether you love getting dressed up and are keen to hit the streets trick-or-treating or would prefer to quietly mark the occasion, there’s plenty of Halloween activities across the region.

Find out the full list of homes and venues participating in celebrations on Sunday below:

WARWICK

7 Charisma Court, 6pm - 8pm 

17 Guy Street, 5pm - 8pm

19 Floribunda Avenue, 6pm onwards

191 Wallace Street

28 Horsman Road, 6pm – 8pm or when lollies run out 

112 Rosenthal Road

9 Sharon Drive

141 Dragon Street

1 Taliah Place

1/57 Guy Street

2 Hilza Court

23 Grafton Street (complete with a maze!)

8 Wallace Street

44 Gore Street

STANTHORPE

35 Hale Haven Drive

133 Folkestone Street