12–13 SEPT 2026 · CHARLEVILLE AIRPORT

Program

Three days of aviation history, innovation and outback hospitality. Full schedules coming soon — tap each day for a preview.

Join us for an evening at the historic Corones Pub, the very place where QANTAS was conceived and born. It's a relaxed chance to meet and mingle with fellow aviation enthusiasts, industry professionals and locals in one of Outback Queensland's most storied venues.

A guided tour of the pub's history is available to book separately.

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An action-packed day at Charleville Airport, with warbird displays, career pathway experiences and community celebrations from morning through to evening.

  • 9:00amGates open
  • 10:00amTarmac walk, static aircraft display and Career Expo open, running through to 1:00pm. BOOK HERE
  • 12:30pmUnveiling of the Bilby Art Trail
  • 1:30pmUnveiling of the QANTAS Heritage Trail Monument
  • 2:00pmAero displays begin, running through to 4:00pm to close out the day

Saturday night — pick your night

Aviation Trivia Night

Head to the Cattle Camp Hotel & Pub for a fun aviation-themed trivia night with fellow festival-goers.

Outback Stargazing Tour

Discover Charleville's famously clear night sky on an Outback Stargazing Tour at the Charleville Cosmos Centre.

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Sunday activities will be announced as the program is finalised.

Full Sunday schedule to be added closer to the event.