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Official visitor information for the Southern Downs and Granite Belt region. This page is managed by Southern Downs Regional Council.
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An easy escape from Brisbane, the Southern Downs and Granite Belt takes in the towns of Stanthorpe, Warwick, Killarney and a string of friendly villages. The region has the perfect mix of immersive wine experiences, fresh local produce, breathtaking national parks and exhilarating events, all celebrated across four distinct seasons. Chat to the locals in a country pub, meet the winemaker at one of

our cellar doors, tackle mountain peaks in World Heritage national parks or watch a cowboy ride a bucking bull in Australia's rodeo capital. The Granite Belt is Queensland’s premier wine destination, with over 40 cellar doors and breweries. Discover local art galleries, farmers markets, roadside produce stalls, cosy cafes, gourmet providores and restaurants celebrating our local tastes. Come and join us in the heart of Southern Queensland Country, where a warm country welcome and a refreshing escape await you - simple slow down, breathe deeply and savour the essence of country life. View the Social Media Policy at https://bit.ly/SDRC_SocialMediaPolicy.

04/09/2026

The hardest part will be choosing which one to book 🙌

Kick off your shoes, pour some wine from a local vineyard, put your phone on silent-mode and enjoy the splendour of your home for the evening. 🍷✨

Just a few of the luxury-level accommodation in & :

📍 Azjure Studio Retreat - Ballandean
📍 Barrel View Luxury Cabins- Stanthorpe
📍 Braeside Homestead - Dalveen
📍 Girraween Environmental Lodge - near Ballandean
📍 Spicers Peak Lodge - Maryvale
📍 The Shed Stanthorpe
📍 31 the rocks - Stanthorpe

Want even more options? https://tinyurl.com/kxbyb6sk

03/09/2026

Your go-to guide to what's happening in the Southern Downs & Granite Belt this weekend is here!

🛻 Australian Super Trucks, Morgan Park Raceway: 4-6 September
🧺 Glengallan Spring Markets, Glengallan Homestead & Heritage Centre: 6 September
🖼️ Art at the Heart Exhibition, Balancing Heart Vineyard: 4-6 September
🥁 75 Years of SCOTS PCG Pipes & Drums, Warwick: 5 September
🚂 Southern Downs Steam Railway Trips: 5 September
🌠 Starlight & Vines, Ridgemill Estate: 5 September
🫖Spring Harp Concert and Afternoon Tea, Mount Colliery QCWA: 6 September
🎨 2026 Crisps Youth Art Prize, Stanthorpe Regional Art Gallery:
10 September

Discover more events happening in the region in our What's On calendar: https://tinyurl.com/rn3xyn83

02/09/2026

It makes total sense! Girraween means "place of flowers" which is why we love to visit in the spring 🌸🌼

If you're looking to shed a winter layer and enjoy the fragrant seasonal air, Girraween National Park is an annual wildflower spectacle worthy of a space on your timeline 🙌

Learn more about this unforgettable national park in our blog https://tinyurl.com/47u859xp

📸 : ._ (captured 2023) , (captured 2022) - via Instagram

31/08/2026

Do you agree Girraween National Park feels like nature's own playground? 👀

Here, you'll find giant granite boulders, rugged peaks and scenic walking trails that make every hike an adventure.

Be sure to check conditions before you go via Queensland National Parks: https://tinyurl.com/4dce4av2

📹 (via Instagram)

28/08/2026

Add these events to your weekend calendar!

🐶 Dogpro Supreme Australian Working Sheepdog Championship, Stanthorpe: on until 30 August
🎞️ Dalveen Film Society Screening, Dalveen: 29 August
🌱 Propagation workshop, Killarney Community Garden: 29 August
🏎️ SCMSA Sprints, Morgan Park Raceway: 29-30 August
🍷 Charcoal & Scarlet, Balancing Heart Vineyard: every Friday
🍇 Sounds & Sips, Balancing Heart Vineyard: every Saturday & Sunday
🍾 Earth, Wine & Fire Progressive Dinner & Tour, Heritage Estate Wines: every Saturday

21/08/2026

Upcoming events in the Southern Downs & Granite Belt you don't want to miss!

🚂 Downs Explorer trips - Southern Downs Steam Railway to Toowoomba, Toobeah and Goondiwindi: 21 August
🏆 IOR Rosebowl Carnival & DC Advice Cory Cup, Morgan Park Raceway: 22-23 August
🐶 Dogpro Supreme Australian Working Sheepdog Championship, Stanthorpe Showgrounds Events: 22-30 August
🎶 Granite Belt Choir Groups performances, Stanthorpe Regional Art Gallery: 23 August
🌼 Wildflower Walk with the Stanthorpe Rare Wildflower Consortium: 23 August
🍷 Charcoal & Scarlet, Balancing Heart Vineyard: every Friday
🍇 Sounds & Sips at Balancing Heart Vineyard: every Saturday & Sunday
🍾 Earth, Wine & Fire Progressive Dinner & Tour, Heritage Estate Wines: every Saturday

Planning a weekend in the region? Find more upcoming events: southerndownsandgranitebelt.com.au/events

14/08/2026

There’s always something happening across Southern Downs & Granite Belt! ✨

🎤 Open Mic Night, Stanthorpe Little Theatre Co: 14 August
🏁 Historic Leyburn Sprints, Leyburn: 15-16 August
🌾 Killarney Markets, Killarney: 16 August
🐶 2026 Supreme Australian Working Sheepdog Championship, Stanthorpe: 22-30 August
🍷 Charcoal & Scarlet, Balancing Heart Vineyard: every Friday
🍇 Sounds & Sips at Balancing Heart Vineyard: every Saturday & Sunday
🍾 Earth, Wine & Fire Progressive Dinner & Tour, Heritage Estate Wines: every Saturday

Planning a weekend in the region? Find more upcoming events here: https://tinyurl.com/ejh2k4fw

12/08/2026

We'd be lying if we told you Southern Downs & Granite Belt doesn't have country-vibe cafes worthy of bragging to grandma about. 👵

Whether you're ordering the piping hot big brekkie with smoky bacon and local eggs, or testing your sweet tooth with a buttery pastry and fresh fruit combo, your hot cuppa will not be lonely. 🍳 🥐 ☕

Take the time to add one of these dining spots to your itinerary and be that person to share your experience with us. 📸

📍 The Little Larder Stanthorpe, Stanthorpe
📍 Jamworks Gourmet Foods, Glen Alpin
📍 ZEST Pastries, Stanthorpe
📍 Vincenzo’s at The Big Apple, Thulimbah
📍 Sutton's Farm Cafe & Juice Factory, Thulimbah
📍 Kiss Cafe Collective , Warwick
📍 The Little Cake Shoppe by The Basic Baker, Warwick

11/08/2026

Chasing waterfalls? Put Queen Mary Falls on the list. 💦

A short drive from Killarney, Queen Mary Falls plunges 40m into the valley below, surrounded by lush rainforest and towering eucalypts.

Take in the view from the lookout, or lace up your walking shoes and follow the circuit down through the trees for a closer look. 🥾

📹 Thanks for sharing your experience (via Instagram).

Note: Difficulty Grade 3 (moderate) with some steps and a gradual climb.

07/08/2026

Markets, rail adventures, vineyard experiences and more! Here's what's coming up across the Southern Downs & Granite Belt:

🖼️ Guided tour of the Stanthorpe Art Prize Exhibition, Stanthorpe Regional Art Gallery: 8 August
🚂 Southern Downs Steam Railway - Downs Explorer Heritage trips, Warwick - Stanthorpe: 8 August
🧶 Market in the Mountains, Stanthorpe: 9 August
🍽️ 30th Historic Leyburn Sprints ‘A night with the stars, under the stars’ Anniversary Dinner, Leyburn: 13 August
🎤 Open Mic Night, Stanthorpe Little Theatre Co: 14 August
🌾 Stanthorpe and Warwick markets: Every Friday & Saturday⁠
🍷 Balancing Heart Vineyard Charcoal and Scarlet: Every Friday⁠
🍇 Balancing Heart Vineyard Sounds and Sips: Every Saturday⁠ & Sunday
🍾 Heritage Estate Wines Earth, Wine, and Fire Progressive Dinner and Tour: Every Saturday⁠

See more upcoming events: https://tinyurl.com/rn3xyn83

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