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Featured RV Friendly Events

Darwin Festival

Dates: 5 – 23 August 2026

This unmissable celebration brings together the spirit of the Top End with a vibrant program of arts, culture, food, stories, dancing, and laughter to fill your heart, mind, and soul.

Over 18 unforgettable days, experience theatre, music, comedy, circus, cabaret, dance, visual arts, unique food and beverage experiences, and awe-inspiring storytelling. Loved by locals and adored by visitors, this annual festival is the centrepiece of Darwin's dry season, making August the best time of year to visit.

Through dynamic programming, innovative partnerships, and a commitment to artistic expression, artists from the Northern Territory, Australia, and around the world come together to share, connect, and inspire through the power of the arts. Darwin Festival continues to entertain and unite audiences, cementing its place as a leading cultural event in the Northern Territory and beyond.

All tickets from $0 to $79

Free and paid events. Average ticket price $44

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Clare Valley Gourmet Week

Event date: May 2026

Australia’s longest running wine and food festival, the Clare Valley Gourmet Festival will return again in May 2026.

The festival showcases the region’s wine and food culture by offering a range of unforgettable experiences, including the exciting new Gourmet Bus Trails. These offer a full day itinerary of curated indulgence with transport, food, wine and unique experiences all taken care of.

Book your stay today and indulge in a sensory feast amidst the beauty of the Clare Valley, South Australia.

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Baerami Bush Dance

Event date: Saturday 2 May 2026

Baerami Bush Dance is a truly authentic and fun-filled bush dance at the beautifully timber-lined Baerami Hall in the Upper Hunter Valley, featuring traditional acoustic music performed by musicians from the Hunter Valley.

Dances are explained, and you don't need a partner. The event is family-friendly.

Bring your own dinner and drinks, and a supper to share. Camp at the hall, or stay at nearby accommodation. A well-equipped kitchen is available to prepare your food, and there is space to sit for dinner inside the hall.

A ticketing website will be provided closer to the dance. More information available HERE.

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Murray Bridge - SA RVFT

Murray Bridge is located in South Australia and is situated 76km east-south-east of Adelaide, and 77km north of Meningie. The town was originally known as Edward’s Crossing, because of an early settler’s hospitality to passing drovers. Today the city is the centre of a major agricultural district which is driven by dairy, chicken raising, pig breeding, tomato and snow pea growing.Murray Bridge Showground offers both powered and unpowered sites, with the ability to park-up for a full week. There is a dump point and potable water at Railway Terrace and North Terrace, and for a full range of all facilities and services in town, be sure to visit the Murray Bridge Visitor Information Centre. Although many of the Murray Bridge attractions are water based, such as skiing and swimming, there are many exciting on land attractions that are well worth a visit. Just out of Murray Bridge there is a new open range zoo and breeding ground for arid and grassland animals at the Monarto Zoological Park. Many species of animals roam this 1000 hectare site. Tourists have the opportunity to take a safari bus around the park with a personal guide.Tourist/Visitor Centre 3 South Tce, Murray Bridge, SAPh: 08 8539 1142visitorinfo@murraybridge.sa.gov.auwww.murraybridge.sa.gov.auCasual Parking 3 South TceShort Term Parking Murray Bridge Showground, Princes Highway (B55), opp Culburra St, (one week max), unpwr $7.00pvpn sc vehicles only, power $20pvpn . Due to annual events please confirm by Ph: 0410 147 475.Dump Point 18 Railway TcePotable Water 18 Railway TceHospital Swanport Rd, Ph: 08 8535 6777Doctors Surgery 8 Standen St, Ph: 08 8539 3232Dentist Ask for details at VIC, Ph: 08 8539 1142Pharmacy Ask for details at VIC, Ph: 08 8539 1142Supermarket Ask for details at VIC, Ph: 08 8539 1142

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QUEENSLAND

Pinnacle Family Hotel - QLD RVFD

The Pinnacle Family Hotel, famous for the ‘Pinnacle Pie,' is located in the picturesque Pioneer Valley, 64kms west of Mackay. You will instantly feel at home when you step inside the iconic family owned hotel. The new verandah is perfect to sit and enjoy the famous pie and a drink or two. Homemade pies are not the only item on the menu; there are crumb steaks and an extensive lunch and dinner menu as well. Self-contained vehicles are able to park at the hotel for 72 hours at a cost of $10 per vehicle per night. Camping is permitted at the hotel. Pets on a lead are welcome. Cost: Self-contained vehicles $10pvpn. Parking: 72hrs, pets on lead, m/coverage, bins, water.Opening Hours: Full restaurant day and night

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QUEENSLAND

Blackbutt Golf Club - QLD RVFD

Blackbutt is a town in the South Burnett Region of Queensland, located approximately 166km north-west of Brisbane. The Blackbutt Golf Club is a unique country style golf course situated on Langton Rd and offers RV parking for travellers visiting the area.The golf club can accommodate self-contained vehicles for up to 76 hours for a donation. Access to showers, toilets and bins is available at the club, and pets on leads are permitted.The Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, a 161km recreation trail from Wulkuraka to Yarraman passes through Blackbutt. The trail follows the old Brisbane Valley railway line and is open to walkers, touring cyclists and horse riders.Cost: Donations encouragedParking: Self-contained vehicles only, 76hrs, pets on lead, showers, bins, toilets (please note, amenities only available during business hours).Opening Hours: 7 days

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