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Those who want to blend a \u003Cb\u003Emusic festival with an unbeatable outback experience\u003C/b\u003E – and thousands travel from around Australia to be a part of the community here.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere is Big Red Bash?\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_copy_1209678130":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2020_OUT_SimpsonDesert_KeiranLusk_142632.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2020_OUT_SimpsonDesert_KeiranLusk_142632.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25f642cbcbe7073ad925f-big-red","alt":"A couple walking on the Big Red sand dunes in Simpson Desert","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/music-and-festivals/big-red-bash/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_copy_1209678130.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1739183308909/2020-out-simpsondesert-keiranlusk-142632.jpeg","uuid":"0b1e45e8-758d-42fa-95f9-f529a0b5b26f","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Simpson Desert, Birdsville, Outback Queensland",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_608072877":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EBig Red Bash is held at the affectionately named ‘Bashville’, private property on the \u003Cb\u003Eedge of the Simpson Desert \u003C/b\u003Earound 35km west of \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/outback-queensland/birdsville\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Birdsville\"\u003EBirdsville.\u003C/a\u003E This is about as far west as you can get in Queensland – it gives new meaning to the word ‘remote’.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe nearest town, Birdsville, epitomises the outback spirit. This is the very territory Burke and Wills traversed, after all. Small but full of heart - and a few hundred locals who love to stop and have a yarn - \u003Cb\u003EBirdsville offers a range of basic facilities including petrol, a grocery store, a pub, a bakery and a post office.\u003C/b\u003E But once you get to the festival, it’s just you, fellow revellers and a whole lot of desert and dunes.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWho’s playing at Big Red Bash this year?\u003C/b\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_copy_1915148251":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2019_OUT_BigRedBash_MusicFestivals_HayleyWilliamson_139105.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2019_OUT_BigRedBash_MusicFestivals_HayleyWilliamson_139105.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25e442cbcbe7073ad7b85-birdsville","alt":"Crowd enjoying the Big Red Bash festival","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/music-and-festivals/big-red-bash/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_copy_1915148251.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1739183382488/2019-out-bigredbash-musicfestivals-hayleywilliamson-139105.jpeg","uuid":"2b3017b5-7783-41bb-8d19-b7de49cf8a76","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Big Red Bash, Birdsville, Outback Queensland",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_751624867":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ci\u003E2027 artists still to be announced.\u003C/i\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cb\u003E2026 Big Red Bash\u003C/b\u003E (8–10 July 2026) is set to light up the Simpson Desert with a star-studded lineup that’s as Aussie as it gets. Taking centre stage is \u003Cb\u003EMissy Higgins\u003C/b\u003E, joined by rock royalty \u003Cb\u003EHoodoo Gurus\u003C/b\u003E, soul favourites \u003Cb\u003EThe Teskey Brothers\u003C/b\u003E, and crowd favourites \u003Cb\u003EThe Living End\u003C/b\u003E, \u003Cb\u003EBirds of Tokyo\u003C/b\u003E, \u003Cb\u003EJessica Mauboy\u003C/b\u003E, \u003Cb\u003ETroy Cassar-Daley\u003C/b\u003E, \u003Cb\u003EShannon Noll\u003C/b\u003E, \u003Cb\u003EFanny Lumsden\u003C/b\u003E, and many more. \u003Ca id=\"Expect\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBest yet, it all takes place on one stage, so you never have to worry about missing a beat – unless you get side-tracked taking in the views from the top of Big Red.  \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat to expect at Big Red Bash\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_copy_867397147":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2019_OUT_BigRedBash_Outback_hayleywilliamson_139111.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2019_OUT_BigRedBash_Outback_hayleywilliamson_139111.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25f642cbcbe7073ad925f-big-red","alt":"A crowd watching people surf down sand dunes in Birdsville at sun rise","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/music-and-festivals/big-red-bash/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_copy_867397147.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1739183635607/2019-out-bigredbash-outback-hayleywilliamson-139111.jpeg","uuid":"7111905b-50c8-46ae-8a80-8918c688da2f","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Big Red, Birdsville, Outback Queensland",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_169449301":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EIt’s not just about the music at this epic festival, which will keep you energised from daylight to dark, and well into the night, too.\u003Ca id=\"GetHere\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe desert really comes alive out here, with a bustling program of activities that range from fulfilling to fun and festive. Be part of\u003Cb\u003E breaking the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/nutbush-world-record-smashed-at-big-red-bash\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Nutbush World Record Big Red Bash\"\u003ENutbush World Record\u003C/a\u003E \u003C/b\u003Eyet again, catch thrills sand \u003Cb\u003Edune surfing and camel riding\u003C/b\u003E, or tune into something deeper during a \u003Cb\u003Esunrise yoga class\u003C/b\u003E. There are \u003Cb\u003Emovies on the big screen, outback air guitar competitions, dunny door painting and doggie fashion shows\u003C/b\u003E, and the return of the hilariously fun ‘Bashville Drags’ which raises funds for the Royal Flying Doctor Service. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHow to get to Birdsville\u003C/b\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_copy_351964540":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2020_OUT_DrivingOutbackQueensland_Journeys_JackHarlem_142481.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2020_OUT_DrivingOutbackQueensland_Journeys_JackHarlem_142481.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/journeys/p-56b2623c7b935fbe730e1ffa-matilda-way","alt":"A female driver leaning out of her car, looking along the Landsborough Highway in Outback Queensland","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/music-and-festivals/big-red-bash/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_copy_351964540.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1739183669523/2020-out-drivingoutbackqueensland-journeys-jackharlem-142481.jpeg","uuid":"e4be8268-1fc5-425a-ac0f-c2e6f566466e","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"The Matilda Way, Outback Queensland",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1497964991":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003ETo say the journey is as good as the destination is a \u003Ci\u003Every big call\u003C/i\u003E when the destination is Big Red Bash. But for festival-goers, road-tripping to Queensland’s remote west is a huge drawcard and an experience to remember for a lifetime.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re up for the adventure, let us guide you from \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/brisbane-to-big-red-bash\" target=\"_self\" title=\"brisbane to birdsville road trip\"\u003EBrisbane to Birdsville Big Red Bash\u003C/a\u003E with this tailor-made itinerary. You’ll want a minimum of three to five days to do it justice, and a 4WD will give you the most freedom to explore.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWant someone else to take the wheel? Jump on a bus instead! \u003C/b\u003EBig Red Bash partners with Kangaroo Bus Lines for the ‘Rock n Roll road trip’, where you can sit back, relax and enjoy the views from the luxury coach as you make the drive out west. Be sure to secure your spot well in advance.\u003Ca id=\"Stay\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ci\u003ELimited commercial flights from Brisbane to Birdsville are also available with REX Airlines.\u003C/i\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere to stay during Big Red Bash\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_copy":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2019_OUT_BigRedBash_MusicFestivals_HayleyWilliamson_139113.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2019_OUT_BigRedBash_MusicFestivals_HayleyWilliamson_139113.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25e442cbcbe7073ad7b85-birdsville","alt":"Campers getting ready for the day outside their tent at Big Red Bash","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/music-and-festivals/big-red-bash/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_copy.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1739184777960/2019-out-bigredbash-musicfestivals-hayleywilliamson-139113.jpeg","uuid":"a559a468-16cd-4d94-86de-3f41b63cdecd","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Big Red Bash, Birdsville, Outback Queensland",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1588661345":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EThe very best place to stay during Big Red Bash is right here on the festival grounds.\u003C/b\u003E Pitch your tent, park your caravan, and get ready to bond with your fellow campers as you cook out, sip happy hour, warm up by a campfire, and enjoy the best of outback life together.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EYour festival ticket includes \u003C/b\u003Eon-site camping, and you can also purchase early camping entry if you plan to arrive a day or two before the event.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EIf you’re flying into \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25e442cbcbe7073ad7b85-birdsville\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Birdsville\"\u003EBirdsville\u003C/a\u003E \u003C/b\u003Eor don’t want to lug your camping gear all the way here, the crew has you covered with a ‘rent a tent’ option – just show up, and your spot will be set up for you.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ELooking for alternative Birdsville accommodation? \u003C/b\u003EThe tiny 300-population town swells to about 10,000 during Big Red Bash, so accommodation options are very limited and book out well in advance. Your best option will be \u003Ca title=\"Birdsville Tourist Park\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-5779a125002e5a4b375f4f4f-birdsville-tourist-park\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBirdsville Tourist Park\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThere is also limited free camping available at an area south of town called The Common, but you’ll need to be self-contained as there are no facilities.\u003Ca id=\"Do\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor those staying outside the festival grounds, \u003Cb\u003Eday parking is available\u003C/b\u003E or you can get the privately operated transfer bus that runs to and from Birdsville to Big Red Bash each day.  \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat to do while you’re in Birdsville\u003C/b\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_copy_1449620324":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2019_OUT_BirdsvilleHotel_FoodBeverage_HayleyWilliamson_138725.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2019_OUT_BirdsvilleHotel_FoodBeverage_HayleyWilliamson_138725.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25fb3aeeeaaf773cf23e5-the-birdsville-hotel","alt":"A couple sitting on stools at a bar enjoying drinks at Birdsville Hotel","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/music-and-festivals/big-red-bash/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_copy_1449620324.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1739184631267/2019-out-birdsvillehotel-foodbeverage-hayleywilliamson-138725.jpeg","uuid":"58b36468-ceeb-4cee-96c7-b8239e18a545","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Birdsville Hotel, Birdsville, Outback Queensland",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_2104727234":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EThe huge music line-up and endless activities at Big Red Bash will keep you occupied during the festival, but \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/outback-queensland/birdsville/birdsville-trifecta-3-things-to-do\" target=\"_self\" title=\"things to do Birdsville\"\u003Ethere’s something really special\u003C/a\u003E about this neck of the woods. If you have time before or after you leave Bashville, be sure to spend a little time getting to know the town of Birdsville.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGrab a beer \u003C/b\u003Eat \u003Ca title=\"The Birdsville Hotel\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25fb3aeeeaaf773cf23e5-the-birdsville-hotel\" target=\"_self\"\u003EThe Birdsville Hotel\u003C/a\u003E and have a yarn to a local. This is the last pub before you reach the Northern Territory and one of the most \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/bars/outback-queensland-pub-guide\" target=\"_self\" title=\"outback queensland pub guide\"\u003Eiconic outback pubs in Australia\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ETry the local \u003Cb\u003EBirdsville Bakery’s famous curried camel pie\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EGo for a\u003Cb\u003E paddle at Birdsville Billabong\u003C/b\u003E, a hotspot for swimming, fishing, canoeing and bird-watching\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ECool off in the \u003Cb\u003EDiamantina River\u003C/b\u003E\u003Ca id=\"First\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ESerious 4WDrs should tackle the historic \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/birdsville-track\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Birdsville Track\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBirdsville Track\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHere are \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/sports-events/things-to-do-at-the-birdsville-races\" target=\"_self\" title=\"things to do during Birdsville Races\"\u003Ea few more things to do\u003C/a\u003E in the area.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETips for first-timers to Big Red Bash\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_copy_1271484469":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2019_OUT_BigRedBash_MusicFestivals_HayleyWilliamson_139109.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2019_OUT_BigRedBash_MusicFestivals_HayleyWilliamson_139109.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25e442cbcbe7073ad7b85-birdsville","alt":"People sitting at the top of a sand dune at sun set in Birdsville","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/music-and-festivals/big-red-bash/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_copy_1271484469.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1739184797018/2019-out-bigredbash-musicfestivals-hayleywilliamson-139109.jpeg","uuid":"aae8c6b5-2ed9-4515-a21a-115e71610135","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Big Red Bash, Birdsville, Outback Queensland",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_151793971":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHeading to Big Red Bash for the first time? \u003C/b\u003EYou’re not alone – but there are a few things you should know to prepare yourself for this outback festival.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EThis is winter in the outback \u003C/b\u003E– so while days can be mild and sometimes even reach 30°C, it will get pretty cold at night. Pack layers, including thermals, but don’t forget a sunhat and lighter clothes during the day.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EIf you’re driving, brush up on \u003Ca title=\"outback driving tips\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/country-and-outback/wildlife-safety-while-driving-in-outback-queensland\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ethese outback driving tips\u003C/a\u003E to stay safe.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EYou can reach Birdsville and the Big Red Bash with a 2WD, but a 4WD is best if you want to sightsee en route or explore the desert.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EFacilities here are limited. \u003C/b\u003EBring enough water (around 3L per person, per day), plenty of food and snacks (only basic groceries would be available in Birdsville), and camp kitchen supplies to last you through the event.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EThere is no electricity, mobile phone reception or water at Big Red Bash.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBig Red Bash is a dog-friendly event,\u003C/b\u003E with separated dog-friendly camping and concert areas. 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