Kumbia Country Festival
The Kumbia Country Festival is a spectacular showcase of everything our community cherishes.
See you on Sunday September 4th 2022! FREE ENTRY!
Join us for an unforgettable experience in the heart of Kumbia.
The Kumbia Country Festival is a spectacular showcase of everything our community cherishes. From the charm of vintage cars and machinery to the joy of local food and lively market stalls, there's an abundance of activities for everyone.
Embrace the spirit of the countryside with fun-filled hay bale relays, cow milking demonstrations, and the intriguing 'guess the weight of the steer' challenge. We haven't forgotten the little ones – our children's activities are sure to keep them delighted.
And what's a country festival without great country music? Tap your feet to the tunes as you explore.
Don't miss the chance to win terrific prizes in our raffle. It's more than just a celebration for our local dads and their families; it's an invitation to all who wish to experience the best of South Burnett's culture and hospitality.
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Come to Kumbia this Father's Day – where good times and great memories await!
Show & Shine
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Car enthusiasts, get ready for an impressive display of classic cars and vintage machinery, featuring entries from various car clubs and individuals. If you have a vehicle that deserves the spotlight, enter it into our showcase for just $5. For entry details, contact us at kumbiafestival@gmail.com.
Crawford Cattle Experience
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Think you're clued up on all things cattle? Join us for fascinating milking demonstrations by our local farmers. It's not just educational – there's a chance to win a prize too! Come, learn, and maybe even boast about your cattle expertise!
Hay Bale Relay
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Ready for a Challenge? Gather your friends and family for an energetic and fun-filled competition. Teams of four can participate in our hay bale relay – no registration required. Compete for great prizes and enjoy a day of lively entertainment with your loved ones!
Whip Cracking Demonstration
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Witness the amazing skills of the crack young whipcracking team from St John’s Lutheran School in Kingaroy. Join us at 11.30am to see their incredible talent in action at the Kumbia Country Festival. It's a showcase you won't want to miss!
Fun For Kids
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Hey kids, get ready for a day packed with endless fun! Dive into adventures with our bouncy castle, join in various games, and participate in fun races. There's so much more waiting for you at the festival – it's a day of non-stop excitement and joy!
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Rachael and her fabulous colleges (2 legged and 4 legged) will be out on the day to meet and greet these beautiful creatures, interact, ride and learn all about them! https://southburnetteal.com.au/
South Burnett Equine Assisted Learning
Giant Festival Raffle
Be in it to win it with our array of fabulous prizes:
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1st Prize: A delightful Weekend Farm Stay at Passchendaele Farm Holidays, generously donated by Passchendaele Farm Stay.
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2nd Prize: A sleek CHIQ Single Door Bar Fridge, kindly provided by Betta Home Living Kingaroy.
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3rd Prize: A Family Pass to the fascinating Kingaroy Observatory, donated by Kingaroy Observatory.
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4th Prize: An Ambiano Professional Stand Mixer, a wonderful addition to your kitchen from Cup'n'Saucer Cottage.
… and that’s not all! There are more surprises waiting for you. Make sure you're there on the day to enter the draw and stand a chance to win these fantastic prizes. Remember, the draw happens at 2pm on Festival Day. Don't miss out!
Markets
Whether you're a fan of handcrafted jewellery, gourmet snacks, aromatic candles, or unique homewares, our market has something to satisfy everyone. You're sure to find that special something at the Kumbia Country Festival. And if you have a product that deserves the spotlight, we'd love to showcase it! Visit our contact section to send us your details.
Live Music
Come along and experience the Best of Country Music at the Kumbia Country Festival!
Join us for the fantastic sounds of local country artists Richie Hamilton and Lloyd Back. These amazing artists are set to bring their melodies and captivating performances to our stage. Enjoy in the soulful rhythms and heartfelt tunes of true country music!
Please contact us if you wish to perform at future events!
Food & Drink
From home-made Devonshire teas and camp oven cooking to locally made cakes and bakes, as well as burgers, pies and a sausage sizzle, the Kumbia Country Festival will have something to satisfy all tastes! Drinks will be available and the bar will be open on the day. Want to bring your culinary skills to the festival? Head to the contact page to send us a message!
Whos Coming to Visit...
Missy Peacharoo creates a real buzz of energy entertaining children about delicious Aussie fresh produce.
Kids will immerse themselves into fun interactive games and learn about how and where fruit and veggies grow. Missy Peacharoo's toe tapping feet will have everyone dancing to the beat!
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Missy Peacharoo™ will arrive at the Kumbia Country Festival with her best friend Mira from Divine Fruits.
Come and say hello to them both during the morning of the event!
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If you're not already following Missy Peacharoo™'s adventures, head over to her Facebook and Instagram pages.
Missy Peacharoo™ is kindly brought to Kumbia by:
For Alvin the Avocado, it's always easy being green!
The delicious poster child of the Blackbutt Avocado Festival is dying to visit the Kumbia Country Festival! Alvin is a big supporter of all things South Burnett, so are we very excited to have him!
While he’s here to promote the Blackbutt Avocado Festival (on the following weekend), Alvin is looking forward to checking out everything Kumbia has to offer. We reckon he'll be green with envy at our car and machinery show, get his slice of fun at the kids’ activities and mash it up at our market stalls!
You’ll be sure to 'avo' a good time with Alvin – and if we’re lucky, he might even show off his avo-thletic skills in the Hay Bale Relay!
So make sure you come and say hello to Alvin the Avocado in the afternoon and watch him guac' n' roll to live music!
Pet Policy
A little note about furbabies...
We understand how much your four-legged friends mean to you, but for their safety and the well-being of all festival attendees, we kindly request that pets be left at home for this event. Due to the presence of livestock, as well as expensive machinery and vehicles, the festival grounds are not the ideal environment for pets. However, registered service animals are welcome. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping us ensure a safe and enjoyable festival for everyone. Thank you for your support!
