Festival of Outback Opera 2026

Long Lunch


Friday 22 May 2026, 11:30am

Dine in style with friends and other festival guests at the first Longreach Long Lunch, celebrating all things outback cuisine.

Our Long Lunch features an exquisite Chef's menu paired with a selection of fine wines, accompanied by a degustation of songs performed by some of the stars of the festival. As the flavours dance on your palate, the music takes flight. Rich arias and delicious duets make this an afternoon to remember.

We are pleased to be supported by surrounding communities in the delivery of this event, including produce from local farms. Students from the Big Red Truck Outback College of Hospitality will serve your meals.

Enjoy a cocktail and canapés on arrival and exclusive access to the museum. Then be seated for a three course meal paired with a selection of fine wines and music.

EVENT DETAILS

11.30am arrival for exclusive access to a part of the museum exhibition as you enjoy your cocktail and canapés.

12.15pm join the table inside the museum for the Long Lunch, surrounded by artefacts connected to the history of Qantas and Outback Queensland

This exclusive event sells out quickly - book now to avoid disappointment.

This is an all-inclusive event (food, beverages, entertainment and museum entry).

Opera Queensland will contact you following your booking to confirm dietary requirements and guest names.

Travel: Bus transfers are available for this event from Longreach Station. If you are attending this event from Winton, please allow a 2-hour self drive travel time.

Self-Drive tickets require own transport to and from the venue. Winton to Qantas Founders Outback Museum is an approximate 2-hour travel time, Longreach to Qantas Founders Outback Museum is an approximate 15 minutes travel time. Parking available at the venue.

Longreach has one taxi which can be booked under 0429 000 900 if required - book ahead to avoid disappointment.

Tickets including a bus transfer to the event location will have an approximate 15 minutes travel time from Longreach Railway Station. Please refer to your ticket for the departure times.

Accessibility: Accessible car parking is provided within 10 metres of the museum entrance. The Museum is all on one level and is wheelchair accessible. Accessible bathrooms with braille signage are available at both the front and rear of the building.

Opera Queensland’s Festival of Outback Opera is supported by the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland, the Outback Queensland Tourism Association, The University of Queensland and Haymans Electrical.

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    • $280.00
    • 22 May 2026
    • 210 minutes
    • 11:30
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    Qantas Founders Museum - Longreach

    Longreach Airport, 1 Hudson Fysh Drive Longreach

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