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Birdsville RacesHave fun at this unique event in Outback AustraliaThe Birdsville races are held on the first Friday and Saturday in September every year. Join a non-stop party in one of the most isolated Outback towns. Can you imagine what it is like when a tiny town of 100 swells up to 6000 excited race fans within a few days? Not to mention hundreds of cars, caravans and light airplanes. It is an unique event, and you can experience true Australian joy and fun. Driving to Birdsville is an adventurous journey where you can discover the wonderful Outback scenery, from whichever direction you come. Attending the famous Birdsville races is certainly an unique experience you shouldn't miss.
Birdsville RacecourseHistory of the Birdsville RacesThe first races were held in September 1882. About 150 visitors, station owners and stockmen, visited the first event.Apart from a few years during World War II, the races have only been cancelled twice. The first time was in 2007 because of an outbreak of equine influenza. Horse movement was banned in Queensland and New South Wales the week before the races. No horses in Birdsville meant no races. However, this didn't keep people off, the festivities continued during the weekend. The second time was 2010 when the main race day had to be cancelled due to rain. Watch this interesting video about Birdsville and the races
The Birdsville Races 2010Now 2010 was a race event that really made it into the history charts.Check out the photos from the flooded race event 2010.
Troubles began when Cooper Creek cut off the Birdsville Track, and everyone was worried that the ferry wouldn't manage the crowds heading north to Birdsville. Now, somehow they made it. The event started as planned, however, torrential rain on Saturday morning (the day of the Gold Birdsville Cup) flooded the race track. At first, the races were postponed from Saturday 4th September to Tuesday 7th September 2010. Still, the party in Birdsville went on. Finally, the races had to be cancelled. In 128 years history, it was the first time the races were cancelled because of the weather. Well, the wild weather also had thousands of (wet) travellers stuck in Birdsville for a few days. Facts about the Birdsville Races & 2012 ProgramPlease note: The races & entertainment programs haven't been finalised yet, so below is an overview based on last years's programs. Please come back for the latest information.The Birdsville Races 2012 are held on 31st August and 1st September.
General Tips for the races weekend
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