Bathurst Autofest
2026-03-06 08:00 - 2026-03-08 17:00 (Australia/Sydney) | 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
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 Miniature Railway
2026-03-15 10:30 - 14:30, 2026-04-19 10:30 - 14:30, 2026-05-17 10:30 - 14:30 | John Matthews Sporting Complex, Durham Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Pack a picnic lunch and take the kids down to the miniature railway to enjoy a few rides on working scale model trains, just across the road from the Adventure Playground. Covered shoes must be worn. Trains run the 3rd Sunday of the month, weather permitting.

Guided Tour of Perthville Convent Heritage Centre - Autumn Colours Heritage Festival Event
2026-03-26 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Perthville Convent Heritage Centre, Tenison Woods Avenue, Perthville, NSW, 2795, Australia
Enjoy a visit to Perthville Convent Heritage Centre, site of the first Convent of the Sisters of Saint Joseph in NSW. Begin with morning tea in the Sisters’ dining room, followed by a guided tour of the Centre. View the historic buildings and learn of the Sisters’ story. The beautiful surrounds, the peaceful chapel and the Sisters’ cemetery are included in the tour. The Ministry room also forms part of the tour. This includes information about the various works of the Sisters and samples of their exquisite handiwork. An app of Perthville Convent Heritage Centre is available to download to enhance the enjoyment of your visit.Interestingly, both Saint Mary MacKillop and Fr Julian Tenison Woods, who founded thisuniquely Australian religious congregation in Penola, South Australia in 1866, each visitedthis Perthville site.

$15 per person – bookings essential

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

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.

Public Choir
2026-04-07 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-05-05 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-06-02 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-07-07 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-08-04 19:00 - 20:30 | Little Alberts @ The Victoria Bathurst, 3 Keppel Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795
Get Ready to Sing! Mitchell Conservatorium Pub Choir is Back!You asked, and we listened! We’ve been flooded with emails, comments, and letters about the return of our Pub Choir, and we’re thrilled to announce that the Mitchell Conservatorium Public Choir is officially making its long-awaited comeback!

A massive shout-out goes to our fantastic partners in “rhyme” at the Victoria Bathurst. Their support has been instrumental in bringing this initiative back to life and providing a brand-new home for our harmonious gatherings: Little Alberts, basically right across the road from the Con!The choir will run the first Tuesday of every month at 7pm.

No tickets are required for the event however we have placed a small cover charge of $5 on the door to cover staffing and material costs.

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

Kids' Night Tour of Abercrombie House
2026-04-08 18:30 - 19:45, 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 or book online.

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.

Royal Bathurst Show
2026-05-01 09:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-02 09:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-03 09:00 - 16:00 | Bathurst Showground, Lot 1 Kendall Avenue, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
The Royal Bathurst Show has long been regarded as the best west of Sydney and has boasted an average annual attendance in excess of 20,000 people. The Show is organised and run by the Bathurst Agricultural, Horticultural & Pastoral Association, a charitable community organisation who for 160 years have been promoting agricultural activities and all aspects of rural and country life in the Bathurst area.

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
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.

Beatlesfest 2026
2026-08-20 00:00 - 2026-08-23 23:59
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
