COUNTRY RACING SINCE 1904
Join in the excitement of a traditional country race meeting the 1st weekend of July.
FRIDAY 3rd July 2026
Day 1 of 2 days of country racing including Calcutta, Fashions on the Field “Country”, Footrace for 12 years and under age group and the Auction following the last race.
SATURDAY 4th July 2026
Day 2 of racing including Calcutta, Fashions on the Field “Derby Day Classic Racewear”, the Footrace for 13 years and over and the Auction following the last race. Queensland Rural Presentation night held in the main hall at 9 pm.
Program of Events
Thank you to our 2026 Sponsors
🏃♀️🎉 FAMILY SPORTS DAY 🎉🏃♂️
Gather the family and join us for a morning packed with fun, laughter and friendly competition.
📅 Wednesday 2nd July
⏰ 9:30am – 11:30am
From sack races and relays to ball games and the Camp Tug of War, there’s something for everyone. Round up your camp crew and get involved in a morning of fun, laughter and community spirit! 🤠🎉💪
Thanks to our generous sponsors, there’ll be plenty of giveaways to enjoy throughout the morning.
A huge thank you to our sponsors:
The Cathedral School of St Anne & St James, Rycon Camp, B&B Comelli, Reel Days Off and Jonsson’s Farm Market.
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🏃♂️🏃♀️ FEEL THE THRILL OF THE OAK PARK 600! 🏃♂️🏃♀️
A quick dash, plenty of laughs and a bit of friendly competition – the Oak Park 600 is always a Race Week favourite.
📍 Nominations: Racegoers wishing to compete can nominate at the Bagstowe Camp by 11:00am on race day.
💰 Nomination Fee: $5 per competitor
Friday’s Races
• Girls 12 years & under
• Boys 12 years & under
Saturday’s Races
• Ladies 13+
• Men 13+
🏆 Prize Money
🥇 1st Place – $100
🥈 2nd Place – $60
🥉 3rd Place – $10
Whether you’re lining up on the start line or cheering from the sidelines, come along and be part of the action!
A huge thank you to Charters Towers Mahindra for their continued sponsorship of this event.
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🤠KIDS WILD WILD WEST FANCY DRESS🌵
Saddle up, little cowboys and cowgirls! Join us for an afternoon of Wild West fun at the Oak Park Hall.
Dress as your favourite Wild West character — cowboys, cowgirls, sheriffs, outlaws, rodeo riders, bandits or even a Wild West movie star. The more creative, the better! Creative twists and original ideas are sure to catch the judges’ attention, so don’t be afraid to have a little fun with your costumes.
📢 Please note: While Kids Fancy Dress has traditionally been held on Thursday afternoon during Race Week, this year the event will be held on Wednesday 1st July.
📅 Wednesday 1st July
⏰ 4:00pm – 6:00pm
📍 Oak Park Hall
🏆 Prize categories:
• Little Boy & Little Girl (Prep & Under)
• Boy & Girl (Prep & Under)
• Boy & Girl (Grade 1–3)
• Boy & Girl (Grade 4–6)
• High School Boy & Girl
• Best Pair & Group
• Judges’ Choice – Best Cowboy & Best Cowgirl
A big thank you to Gillian Collins for proudly sponsoring our Kids Fancy Dress.
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