Bathurst Region Tourism

THE ANNUAL CARROLL/SCOTT MEMORIAL TRIATHLON
2026-02-15 08:00 - 23:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Stanley Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Stanley Street, Bathurst, 2795
This is the Bathurst Wallabies Triathlon Club’s premier trophy race of the season and the final club triathlon for the Summer Season. The event celebrates the lives of two of the Triathlon clubs founding members Dave Carroll and Dave Scott.
The event is based at the Stanley Street Clubhouse (behind the Pool) on the 15/02/2026, with the main senior race start planned for 8am. The course consists of a 200m pool swim, swimming around the buoys which will be in the shape of an “M” – getting in the Northeast corner and exist at the Southeast Corner. Then a 15km lap of the historic 11mile track on the bike obeying all road rules – followed by a 2.5km run (lap of the River Park.
There will be other race options on the day including a teams Section.
The Senior Racing will be followed by Junior Racing. The Juniors generally split into Joeys (5-8yrs) and Boomers (8-12yrs) events. The distances for the junior events can vary depending on the participants and conditions.

Sofala Agriculture & Horticulture Show
2026-02-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Sofala Showground, Ilford Sofala Road, Sofala, NSW, 2795, Australia
The Sofala Show is always a fantastic family outing with the pavilions overflowing. There will be Collectables, Art, Photography, Wool and much more! An annual event held on the last Sunday in February.

First_Nations_Free_Community_Event
2026-02-26 10:00 - 16:30 | 149 Russell street, Bathurst, NSW, Australia, 2795, 149 Russell Street, Bathurst, 2795, Australia
The Bathurst and surrounding community are warmly invited to come together for a relaxed and welcoming day of conversation with NSW integrity agencies that help keep government accountable.
Join us for:
10am – Welcome to country
1pm – Free BBQ
Meet friendly staff from key independent oversight bodies, and have a yarn about what integrity, transparency and fairness mean to you and your community. This is an opportunity to ask questions, share your perspectives, and connect directly with the agencies that work to strengthen trust in public institutions across NSW.
Importantly, integrity across government does not happen in isolation. It relies on people – on communities -speaking up. We depend on members of the public to raise concerns, share information and bring issues forward so they can be examined properly and addressed. Your voice matters.
Who you’ll meet:
• NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) – Investigates and exposes serious corruption in the NSW public sector and works to prevent corruption through education and advice.
• Law Enforcement Conduct Commission (LECC) – Oversees and reviews how complaints about NSW Police and the NSW Crime Commission are handled, and independently monitors critical incident investigations.
• NSW Ombudsman – Handles complaints about NSW government agencies and certain community services to ensure people are treated fairly and lawfully. The Ombudsman also administers the Public Interest Disclosures (PID) framework, which helps protect whistleblowers who report serious wrongdoing from reprisal.
• Health Care Complaints Commission (HCCC) – Deals with complaints about health services and providers in NSW, helping to protect public health and safety.
Come along, grab a bite to eat, and sit down for a yarn. We are here to listen, to share information, and to work alongside community to strengthen accountability across NSW.

Eglinton Country Fair
2026-02-28 09:00 - 14:00 | Cubis Park, 37 Alexander Street, Eglinton, 2795
The Eglinton Country Fair is a fun, family friendly way to farewell Summer! Cubis Park is transformed into a buzzing hive of activity!
Join us for a fantastic day of family fun while supporting Eglinton Public School.
Fundraising Raffle featuring over $5,000 worth of prizesLucky Door PrizesInflatables and water playReptile displays and petting zooGames and activities for kidsBBQ, cake stall and food vansA great variety of market stalls
Raffle tickets are available online via RaffleLink.

Every dollar raised goes directly towards supporting Eglinton Public School and its students, helping our school community thrive.

This is a community day you won’t want to miss!

Bathurst Autofest
2026-03-06 08:00 - 2026-03-08 17:00 | Mount Panorama Wahluu
BATHURST AUTOFEST 2026

Bathurst Autofest is the ultimate automotive festival held at Australia’s most iconic Motorsport venue – Mount Panorama, Bathurst!

2026 Autumn Colours Heritage Festival
2026-03-12 00:00 - 2026-05-10 23:59 | New South Wales
A celebration of Bathurst’s heritage during its most spectacular season. Autumn is a magical time in the Bathurst region when residents and visitors alike enjoy the explosion of colour that accompanies the change of season, the cooler temperatures that are perfect for exploring, and the delicious local produce that the harvest brings. The signature Autumn Heritage Festival program of events celebrates the town’s rich history with a series of guided tours by local experts through some of the Bathurst region’s most significant historical sites, along with events that preserve the people, traditions, and stories that have shaped Bathurst into the beautiful, thriving, modern regional centre it is today.

More details coming soon. . .

Bathurst Bike Show
2026-03-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Russell Street in front of the Bathurst Courthouse
Bathurst Bike Show is a grass roots celebration of the creativity and camaraderie of the biker lifestyle. Bikers and their families gather to enjoy great music, inspiring bikes, and reconnect with friends. It attracts riders from the central west, Sydney and beyond.
Motorcycles of all types are on display – from heavily customised road bikes, to learner approved daily commuters, to touring bikes, adventure bikes, trikes and more. Trade displays line the show providing clothing and accessories related to motorcycling, or services riders need. A live band plays rhythm and blues, adding to the laid back and relaxed atmosphere enjoyed by all.

A Little Bit of Blue
2026-04-08 11:00 - 12:00 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
A Little Bit of Blue is an interactive detective story, told with puppetry. As well as unraveling a mystery, it involves learning about the extraordinary habits of the Australian Satin Bowerbird, and their fascination for the colour blue.

Jenny Ellis, a puppeteer of more than twenty years, weaves the whole mystery together, sometimes playing three characters at once. The children’s role is to help solve the case…

Join Little Wing Puppets and book into the Puppetry of Paper Workshop after the show to learn about making your own simple puppets from paper and bringing them to life!

Join us after the show for a post show workshop.

Event Notes: Recommended Age: 3 – 10 years

Panthers Foundation Play Like A panther Holiday Clinic
2026-04-09 08:30 - 2026-04-10 15:00 | Cubis Park, 37 Alexander Street, Eglinton, 2795
Panthers foundation are running 2 days (9am-3pm) of rugby league fun at Bathurst’s Cubis Park. These days are for participants aged in Primary School as a grass roots clinic.

Taikoz – Catharsis
2026-04-09 19:30 - 20:30 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Experience the Power of CATHARSIS – Taikoz’s electrifying new work.
Renowned for redefining contemporary taiko drumming, Taikoz returns with CATHARSIS – an explosive celebration of rhythm, movement, and emotion that showcases the ensemble at their exhilarating best.
Featuring the heart-pounding compositions of Taikoz Artistic Director Ian Cleworth and the ethereal electronic soundscapes of Danish artist Xuri, CATHARSIS fuses tradition and innovation in a breathtaking display of artistry.
Expect everything that makes Taikoz unforgettable – spectacular taiko drumming, dynamic physicality, hypnotic rhythms, and dramatic shifts of feeling.
From the delicate rat-a-tat of a woodblock to the thunderous roar of the Odaiko Grand Drum, four virtuoso Taikoz performers take audiences on a sonic and emotional journey like no other. Layered with Xuri’s evocative electronic
textures, CATHARSIS expands the boundaries of taiko – merging ancient power with modern sound.

Sunset Dream Coaster - School Holiday workshop Ages 7+
2026-04-16 10:00 - 11:30 | Bathurst Neighbourhood Centre, 96RussellSt, Bathurst, 2795, Australia
Join Bee Sting Arts for a fun and creative Sunset Dream Coaster Workshop these school holidays.
Children aged 7 years and over will learn simple painting techniques to create their own beautiful sunset landscapes on ceramic coasters. Guided step-by-step, students will explore colour blending and brush effects to bring their sunset designs to life.
Each child receives all materials included, and will take home three finished ceramic coasters.
What’s included:
• 3 ceramic coasters to paint
• 3 sunset design options to choose from
• Artist-quality acrylic paints and glazing
• 2 artist brushes to use during the workshop
• Paint palette and all art materials
• Step-by-step guidance from Bee Sting Arts
This workshop is suitable for beginners and creative kids who love painting and exploring colour.
Creative Kids vouchers welcome ($50).
Students will leave with three unique coasters and new painting skills.

Bathurst Motoring Heritage - Autumn Colours Heritage Festival Event
2026-05-02 14:30 | National Motor Racing Museum, 400 Panorama Avenue, Mount Panorama, 2795, Australia
This is an audio-visual presentation by car and bike enthusiast Geoff Fry. This presentation embraces the history of motoring in general and motor sport around the Bathurst region.

Cost: Free – bookings essential (if participants wish to visit the museum prior orafter the talk, normal entry fee will apply)

BOOKINGS: Bathurst Visitor Information Centre 1800 68 1000 or online at bathurstregion.com.au/autumn-colours

Cemetery Wander - Autumn Colours Heritage Festival Event
2026-05-10 10:00 - 12:00 | New South Wales
4 April 1876 was an important day in Bathurst’s story: the day when the railway arrivedin town. This event changed Bathurst in many ways, including the provision of manyemployment opportunities. Join members of Bathurst Family History Group for a wanderaround a section of Bathurst General Cemetery to learn some of the railway stories behindthe headstones. Enjoy a delicious morning tea supplied by the Group. Bring a hat, waterand sunscreen. Please wear sturdy walking shoes.

Meet at Bathurst Cemetery, enter via Dean Street entrance.

$15 per person – bookings essential

BOOKINGS: Bathurst Visitor Information Centre 1800 68 1000 or online at bathurstregion.com.au/autumn-colours

Lifeline Bookfair
2026-05-28 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-29 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-30 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-31 10:00 - 14:00 | Bathurst Showground, Lot 1 Kendall Avenue, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Bookfair for Lifeline Central West is on at the Bathurst Showground.Gold coin entry. Eftpos is available.

A coffee van will also be there each day with coffee and treats to fuel your book hunting adventure.

With tens of thousands of titles to choose from, you are sure to find something to suit all tastes and all ages from kids to seniors. Come and find the author and subject you like AND help Lifeline Central West to maintain the community-based services that we are renowned for.

Bathurst Showground, Great Western Highway / Kendall Avenue, Bathurst. Entrance via the main gate. Free parking onsite. There are toilets onsite and there will be some seats to rest if required. S

Save the date! Save money. Save books. Help lifeline save lives.

BATHURST STEAM TRAIN RIDES
2026-06-06 08:05, 2026-06-07 07:35 - 08:05, 2026-06-08 08:05 - 08:35 | Bathurst Railway Station, Keppel Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Book Tickets

Saturday 6 – Monday 8 June

Enjoy a 1.5-hour return steam train ride from Bathurst to Wimbledon.

Travel in your choice of open saloon seating or a private compartment for up to six people. All ticket holders also receive 20% off admission to the Bathurst Rail Museum.

DEPARTURE TIMES

Saturday: 8.05am, 10.00am, 11.50am, 1.25pm, 2.45pmSunday: 8.05am, 10.00am, 11.50am, 1.25pm, 3.15pm

FARES

Open Saloon: $36 per personCompartment: $174 per compartment (up to 6 people)

CENTRAL WEST EXPRESS

Monday 8 June

Take a longer half-day journey through the Central West.

Departing Bathurst, travel by heritage train to your choice of Millthorpe or Orange, with time to explore before returning to Bathurst.

TIMETABLE

FOWARDBathurst departs 8.05amMillthorpe arrives 9.45amOrange arrives 10.15am

RETURNOrange departs 12.30pmMillthorpe arrives 12.52pmBathurst arrives 2.20pm

FARES

Open Saloon: $95 per personCompartment: $366 per compartment (up to 6 people)

Kids' Night Tour of Abercrombie House
2026-07-08 17:30 - 18:45 | Abercrombie House, 311 Ophir Road, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Enjoy a tour of the house and garden walk. Bring a torch or borrow one. Wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes. For children aged from 7 yrs (with adult). The tour will conclude with chocolate milk and cookies.

Tickets available at Bathurst Visitor Information Centre, 1 Kendall Ave (6332 1444) and Abercrombie House.

Teddy Bears' Winter Picnic Day at Abercrombie House
2026-07-10 10:00 - 16:00 | Abercrombie House, 311 Ophir Road, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia

FREE Holiday Craft and Art
2026-07-13 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-14 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-15 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-16 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-17 09:00 - 16:00 | Perthville Community Hall, 20 Rockley Street, Perthville, NSW
Children aged 10 – 18 are invited to attend FREE craft and art workshops during the July holidays. 2 sessions will be held daily from 9 – 12 noon, and 1 – 4 pm. Participants can book in for one session, a full day, or the full week.
All abilities are catered for. We ask that special needs participants are accompanied by a responsible adult or carer.
BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL. Email presbda@gmail.com to book.
This activity has been sponsored by the NSW Government, Office for Youth.

Beatlesfest 2026
2026-08-20 00:00 - 2026-08-23 23:59 | New South Wales
BEATLESFEST BATHURST 2026

August 20th-23rd

PROGRAM ANNOUNCEMENTS COMING SOON

The welcoming atmosphere and history of Bathurst’s iconic Keppel St will provide the perfect setting for fans to enjoy the music of the Fab Four in a fresh and exciting way. Whether you’re a lifelong Beatles fan or a newcomer, Beatlesfest 2025 promises a memorable weekend for all. For media inquiries or more information about Beatlesfest 2025, please contact: Wade Jackson – wadesjackson@gmail.com Ph: 0401 353 616 Jonathan Sequeira – jonathan@livingeyes.com.au Ph: 0423 758 836

Bathurst Swap Meet - Bathurst Historic Car Club
2026-08-23 06:00 - 15:00 | Mount Panorama, Mountain Straight, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
The 37th Annual Swap Meet being held at the Paddock camping area at Mount Panorama, entry via Mountain Straight.
Swap meeting, display of vintage and classic cars and motorbikes.

https://www.facebook.com/Redfiat850

The Farmy Farm
2026-10-01 11:00 - 12:00 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
The Farmy Farm has more going on than a chook in a worm farm!
Set in their favourite part of Australia, Legend Farms, join Kenny & Jenny for a day in the life of getting their jobs done with a tractor-load of circus and farming tomfoolery. It’s “The Castle” meets “Babe” with jaw-dropping acrobatics on tall towers of hay, giant juggling carrots, fair dinkum high flying farmers and loads of laughs for everyone!
Created by the team that brought you Children Are Stinky in collaboration with Stunned Mullet Circus, this show has award-winning roots. Performed by Josie Wardrope (By A Thread) and Sam Aldham (Circus Oz), you can expect big tricks and even bigger laughs. With jaw-dropping acrobatics, highflying carrots, 3-meter balancing bales of hay, and so much more.
It’s all in a day’s work for our dead set legends and all round larrikins Kenny & Jenny – they’ve been doing this for years, still, you never know if they might need you to lend a hand!
