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Let's Dance Carinda Bowie danced all the way to Carinda in his red shoes 41yrs ago forever linking this outback community Carinda would love to see you there!

It was 1983 when David Bowie travelled to the tiny NSW outback town of Carinda to film his now iconic video for "Let's Dance" in the Carinda Hotel. The Australian video for the smash worldwide hit proved the perfect companion for the ground breaking song. The added bonus of the scenes filmed in Carinda and the Warrumbungle National Park created the magical backdrop for what many regard as Bowie's

most distinctive and powerful video. Since that date, the pub has become a mecca for Bowie fans from all over the world, looking to stand and be photographed in the same spot where Bowie filmed his video. The town itself has now embraced this historic connection and hosts the annual "Let's Dance Carinda" festival paying tribute to David Bowie and his remarkable music legacy. This year the festival will kick off Friday night with a Bowie trivia competition and music by Tina Martini. Saturday morning markets and stalls, workshops, demonstrations, shows, dog jumping, red shoe tent painting,live artist bob gamage will be around, check out the bowie mural progress being painted by the talented Chris Duffy, great line up of bands this year with herding kats, the bowie band, ballz n all, the thin white ukes and the headline act the amazing Ashes to Ashes!!. Then in Sunday theres the last ukulele workshop, bowie street parade and then the re-enactment of the famous lets dance video in the Carinda Hotel. With a population of around forty, Carinda is about three hours drive from Dubbo and its remoteness certainly appeals to the more adventurous visitor. If you are planning to come to the festival there's plenty of camping space at the local showground and lots of cold beer and drinks at the only pub for miles around. For city slickers it's a real chance to get a taste of the outback with the added attraction of local bands, activities for both young and old and even a Bowie 'Look-A-Like Competition' plus lashings of country hospitality.

⚡️LOOKY LOOKY ⚡️ Your next long weekend plans are here! Start planning your trip now 🕺🏽
08/06/2026

⚡️LOOKY LOOKY ⚡️

Your next long weekend plans are here!

Start planning your trip now 🕺🏽

Get in now & book your bed ⚡️
27/05/2026

Get in now & book your bed ⚡️

✨ Bowie Fans… you asked, we listened! ✨

Out West Tents is BACK for Let’s Dance Carinda 2026 🕺🎶

Join us for a weekend of music, memories & luxury glamping under the stars at Carinda Sporting Ground from Friday 2nd – Monday 5th October 2026.

Skip the camping stress and stay in comfort with Out West Tents ⛺✨

🎟 Bookings via TryBookings:
https://www.trybooking.com/DMPTH

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27/04/2026

CHECK US OUT 👇🏽👇🏽

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Here you can find the info you need. We are updating as we plan more. So if you have any questions slip into our DMs & we can help

October Long Weekend | 2026
01/04/2026

October Long Weekend | 2026

💫 10 years ago today, the world lost David Bowie — but his music, art and fearless creativity continue to shape generati...
10/01/2026

💫 10 years ago today, the world lost David Bowie — but his music, art and fearless creativity continue to shape generations.
From Carinda to the cosmos, Bowie is still everywhere — in the songs that make us move, the costumes that let us become someone new, and the courage to stand out, be bold and be ourselves.

At Let’s Dance Carinda, his legacy isn’t just remembered — it’s lived. We come together to celebrate the music, the community, and the joy of dancing without limits, just as Bowie always encouraged us to do.

Tonight, we dance in his honour. Always. 🕺⚡
DanceForBowie

24/10/2025

🎃 Get your spooky on, Friday, 31st October! 👻

Join us at the Carinda Hotel for a Halloween party full of frightful fun disco, games for all, and prizes for the best dressed! 🕸️💃 Don’t miss a night of tricks, treats, and tunes! 🕷️🍻

23/10/2025
✨ Out of this world, straight from the Starman’s playbook! ✨Our Best Dressed winners of Let’s Dance Carinda 2025 didn’t ...
06/10/2025

✨ Out of this world, straight from the Starman’s playbook! ✨

Our Best Dressed winners of Let’s Dance Carinda 2025 didn’t just arrive—they blazed across the galaxy in true Bowie fashion. From glittering glam rock to cosmic creativity, these outfits took us on a wild ride through the stars! 🌟🚀

💫 Bold. Sparkling. Over the top. Totally Bowie. 💫

A huge thank you to everyone who entered – you were all absolutely magical and made the festival shine brighter than a supernova! 🌈🪐

Drop a ⭐ in the comments for your favorite cosmic creation!

✨💃 THANK YOU, CARINDA! 💃✨What a starman-sized weekend that was! 🌟 From the moment the first note echoed across the paddo...
05/10/2025

✨💃 THANK YOU, CARINDA! 💃✨

What a starman-sized weekend that was! 🌟 From the moment the first note echoed across the paddock to the final dance under the outback stars, Let’s Dance Carinda 2025 was pure magic — and it’s all thanks to you.

To our incredible performers who lit up the stage with cosmic energy — you made us dance, sing, and feel every beat of Bowie’s brilliance.
To our festival-goers, the glitter-covered dreamers, the space oddities, the heroes (just for one day, or all weekend long!) — your passion and sparkle keep the Bowie flame burning bright.
To our dedicated committee, volunteers, helpers, and everyone in between — you’re the heart and soul behind the stardust. Every tent pitched, every stage set, every smile shared — you made the magic happen.

💫 From Carinda to the cosmos, thank you for keeping the spirit of Bowie alive in the tiny town that inspired Let’s Dance.

And guess what, starmen and stardust souls? Next year we turn the dial up to 10 — because 2026 marks the 10th Anniversary of Let’s Dance Carinda! 🎉🔥

Get ready for the biggest, boldest, most Bowie-tastic celebration yet.
Until then, keep your red shoes handy and your hearts tuned to the stars. ❤️👠

Let’s Dance, Carinda — forever and always.

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