# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Outrigger Canoe Racing: 2026 NQ Games 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 01 May, 2026 at 09:30 pm (+10:00)
- **Event Description**: Be part of North Queensland’s biggest multi-sport celebration at the 2026 NQ Games in Mackay! 

Outrigger Canoe Racing welcomes competitors of all levels to test themselves in a professionally delivered competition while experiencing the energy, community spirit, and legacy atmosphere of the North Queensland Games. 

Whether you’re chasing a personal best or representing your club, this is your chance to compete, connect, and celebrate sport with athletes from across the region - register now to secure your place in the water.

 Saturday – OC6 Races
• 7.30 am Eimeo Beach Challenge – 18-20km marathon
Mackay Harbour – Green Island – Eimeo Beach

• 11.00 am Junior races program – Short courses 2km & 4km
Short course: Eimeo beach – Bucasia

• 12.30 pm Sprint races - 500m
Mens/ Womens/ Mixed/ Junior

• 3.30 pm Presentation / 5.30 pm Dinner at Eimeo beach SLSC Club


Sunday OC6, OC1 / OC2 Races
• 8.30 am OC 6 Short course 8-10 km
Eimeo beach – One-Tree island – Eimeo beach
OC6 canoes are derigged and put on trailers

• 10.30 am OC1 & OC 2 Short Course 4 km
Eimeo beach – Bucasia – Eimeo beach

• 12.30 pm OC1 & OC 2 Long Course 12-14 km
Eimeo beach – Lamberts beach-Eimeo beach
OC1 & OC 2 canoes are derigged and put on trailers
Presentation Dinner at Northern Beaches Bowls Club

DIVISIONS

Eimeo Challenge (20km) - Open, Master, Senior Master, Golden Master, Platinum, Unlimited - Men, Women & Mixed

Junior Races - U19, U16, U14, U12
Sprints (500m) - Open, Master, Senior Master, Golden Master, Platinum, Novice, Unlimited - Men, Women & Mixed

OC6 Long Course (10 km) - Open, Master, Senior Master, Golden Master, Platinum, Novice, Unlimited - Men, Women & Mixed

OC1/ OC2/ V1 Sprints (500 m) - Open, Master, Senior Master, Golden Master, Platinum, Novice - Men, Women & Mixed

OC1/ OC2/ V1 Long Course (12 km) - Open, Master, Senior Master, Golden Master

For more information and to register visit 
nqgames.com.au
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dolphin-heads/outrigger-canoe-racing-2026-nq-games/200029921426328
- **Event Categories**: Sports, Workshops, Contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Dolphin Heads
- **state**: QL
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: Sunset Bay Outrigger Canoe Club Inc
- **lat**: -21.033825621104
- **long**: 149.17679860929
- **full address**: Sunset Bay Outrigger Canoe Club Inc, Eimeo Beach Esplanade,Mackay,QLD,Australia, Dolphin Heads

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Outrigger Canoe Racing: 2026 NQ Games  being held?
  - **A:** Outrigger Canoe Racing: 2026 NQ Games  takes place on Fri, 01 May, 2026 at 09:30 pm to Fri, 01 May, 2026 at 09:30 pm at Sunset Bay Outrigger Canoe Club Inc, Eimeo Beach Esplanade,Mackay,QLD,Australia, Dolphin Heads.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Outrigger Canoe Racing: 2026 NQ Games ?
  - **A:** Outrigger Canoe Racing: 2026 NQ Games  is organized by North Queensland Games.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Outrigger Canoe Racing: 2026 NQ Games  is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Dolphin Heads, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Outrigger Canoe Racing: 2026 NQ Games  sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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