Bathurst Region Tourism

Björn Again – ABBA FOREVER Tour
2026-06-12 19:30 - 22:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Bathurst, get ready to party with BJÖRN AGAIN!

The only ABBA-endorsed tribute show hits the stage for one spectacular night. It’ll be a Super Trouper celebration of ABBA and their timeless music that the whole family will love.

This internationally acclaimed show brings the glitter, the glam, and all the greatest hits with dazzling energy, spot-on vocals, and outrageous costumes. It’s a full-blown ABBA revival where audiences of all ages can sing, dance, and party like it’s 1979.

Expect all the classics —SOS, Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen, Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! —plus ballads like The Winner Takes It All, Fernando, and Knowing Me, Knowing You, performed with incredible musicianship, a cheeky sense of humour, and that signature Björn Again magic.

With performances in over 120 countries, including The Royal Albert Hall, Wembley Stadium, the Sydney Opera House, and Glastonbury Festival, BJÖRN AGAIN is a global sensation.

Praised by rock royalty and media worldwide —Metalica, Nirvana, Sir Tom Jones, and ABBA themselves – the show has earned glowing reviews:

“Fans had better make the most out of Björn Again because that’s the closest they are going to get to seeing ABBA. ABBA will never reform!” – Benny Andersson

“One of the most entertaining live shows in the world today.” – Time Out New York “Fabulously flawless!” – Rolling Stone

Tell your mum, tell your grumpy teenager, tell Fernando – tickets won’t last!

And Also With You
2026-06-13 19:30 - 20:40 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
From the age of 0-18, Simon Vaughan was a Christian. Not just the ‘tick the box on the census form’ kind but the ‘attend church every week, read your Bible every day (or at least feel guilty if you don’t), constantly praying’ kind. For 18 years, church was everything from an extended family, to a school to a dating service.
And Also With You is a storytelling adventure that recounts the good, the bad and the ‘peace be with you’ of growing up when you FROG (fully rely on God). From youth group camps to purity pledges it’s about living with the weight of original sin on your shoulders and the eventual choice to cast if off.
The show is about growing up a Christian, grappling with life’s biggest questions and ﬁnding your place in the world. When Simon was a Christian, all his non-Christian friends thought his faith was weird and confusing. When he left the church at 18, all his Christian friends were devastated and wanted to know what went wrong. The show explains himself to both groups.
A church service without all the boring stuff, And Also With You takes you inside church walls to ﬁnd out what life is really like when Jesus is your best friend.

Blueberry Play
2026-06-19 19:00 - 20:05 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Being 17 is awkward. Having to take care of your sick dad when you’re 17 is another story. Especially when he keeps trying to shave his eyebrows off.
Blueberry Play is the Griffin Award-shortlisted play from playwright Ang Collins, presented in a brand new smash-hit production from regional new work powerhouse Lingua Franca.
A monologue for a solo performer (the astonishing Madelaine Osborn), Blueberry Play is a vivid and heart-bursting monologue that explores the high highs and the low lows of being a teenage girl in a small town. From the public pool to the locker rooms at school to back home where things are just a bit topsy-turvy, this is an Aussie coming-of-age story with a refreshing twist.
A play for anyone that remember what it feels like being a young person, Blueberry Play is heart-rending, intimately observed, often hilarious, and packaged in a powerful one-person performance, and an absolutely unforgettable night out at the theatre.
This production was originally supported by Upstage at the Playhouse, a new work development initiative from the Civic Theatre Newcastle.

Seven Drunken Nights
2026-06-23 19:30 - 22:00 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Proudly celebrating its incredible 10th Anniversary, having sold out venues worldwide, Seven Drunken Nights – The Dubliners’ Songbook returns to Australia for 2026!
Performed by a phenomenal cast of Irish musicians, the show is packed full of classics like Whiskey in the Jar, The Irish Rover and Rocky Road to Dublin – guaranteed to get your toes tapping.
With breath taking performances and authentic Irish spirit, the show spans over 50 years commemorating the music of The Dubliners in association with the legendary O’Donoghues Pub.
Seven Drunken Nights is the ultimate Irish show that has audiences across the globe returning year after year.

Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase
2026-06-26 20:00 - 21:40 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
The Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase tour will be tearing up the freeways of Australia to bring the best of the 2026 Festival!
Expertly curated and lovingly presented, the Showcase will feature some of the Festival’s hottest acts live on stage for an incredible two hours of hard-hitting laughter. Boasting a line-up of veteran favourites and some of the freshest emerging talents, this jam-packed night of pure entertainment will leave you sore from belly laughs!

The Robertson Brothers Presents: Everly Brothers & Friends and Roy Orbison
2026-06-27 14:00 - 16:30 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
CELEBRATING THE EVERLY BROTHERS AND ROY ORBISON’S 70TH ANNIVERSARY!
In 1956, two of the most influential acts of the 1950s and 60s — The Everly Brothers and Roy Orbison — stepped into the recording studio for the very first time. The music they created went on to inspire generations and shape the soundtrack of an era. Now, 70 years later, their timeless songs are being celebrated like never before!

Australia’s #1 vocal duo, the much-loved Robertson Brothers, join forces with the internationally acclaimed Dean Bourne — the world’s greatest Roy Orbison tribute artist — and the Variety Show team for an unforgettable 2-hour audio-visual spectacular.

This unique concert also showcases the hits by The Beatles, The Hollies and Simon & Garfunkel that were inspired and influenced by the Everly Brothers iconic songs and harmonies. For the first time ever, you’ll experience the soaring harmonies of Phil and Don Everly and the haunting voice of Roy Orbison, brought to life with the powerful accompaniment of the Variety Show Digital Band and Orchestra through some of the greatest songs ever written.

“One Night, Two Icons, Endless Memories” .. A Musical Anniversary You Can’t Miss!

Old Government Cottage Open Day
2026-06-28 12:00 - 16:00 | Old Government Cottage, 16 Stanley Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795
Open on the fourth Sunday of each month this fine example of early domestic Australian architecture, Old Government Cottage has operated as a museum since 1965. It is believed the cottage was built in the 1850s by Miss Ann Falloon, as a residence and school to young ladies. Old Government Cottage houses an exhibition on the development of Bathurst, artworks and a display of local domestic objects. The garden contains many heritage plants, farm equipment and an original baker’s oven.

MASTERPIECE
2026-07-05 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-05 17:00 - 18:00 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
“No words. One task. Two clowns.
Rae Colquhoun-Fairweather and Will Bartolo star as two art installers with a simple mission: hang up a piece of art. But what they didn’t plan on, is an audience watching and a live musician scoring their every move. How hard can it be?
Silly, poetic and deeply funny, Masterpiece promises a clowning experience like no other.
Completely accessible and full of heart, this performance uses no spoken word just pure physical comedy, music, and imagination that everyone can enjoy.
*Masterpiece was developed with the support of Legs On The Wall and the Inner West Council.

Public Choir
2026-07-07 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-08-04 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-09-01 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.

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 or book online.

The Beatles Anthology
2026-07-10 19:30 - 22:00 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Join us on a Magical Mystery Tour to relive the years of The Greatest Rock ’n’ Roll Band of all time. The Beatles need no introduction… THE most influential, highest selling, most important band in music history.
In this live two hour show, we will take you down the Long and Winding Road – from the “Fab Four” days of matching suits and matching mop hair, to the “experimental” days of Tangerine Trees, Marmalade Skies, and Kaleidoscope Eyes.
It’s all there – the costumes, the hairstyles, the banter, the left-handed “Paul”. All you need is love.. and a ticket to this show!

Trash Test Dummies
2026-07-11 15:00 - 16:00 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Winners of the best Children’s presentation at the Adelaide Fringe Festival 2015 and 2016, and runners up for Children’s Choice Award Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2016, the Trash Test Dummies are as full of laughs as their bins are full of surprises.
This “delightfully intelligent, highly entertaining” (Herald Sun) family adventure takes the humble household wheelie bin to new heights.
Everyone put your bins out, tonight’s bin night and the Trash Test Dummies are on duty. With side-splitting slapstick comedy, daring acrobatics and dexterous juggling these Dummies are off on an imaginative adventure that is anything but garbage. With ballet and balloons thrown in for good measure, this fast-paced hour of “adept unadulterated mischief” (The Times) delivers a dump truck full of hilarity!
Dummies Corp are the Australian leaders in circus-comedy, recognised globally for creations of quality that are intelligent, theatrical and inventive. Founded by Jamie Bretman, and Jack Coleman the company features a team of world-class circus artists who can trash talk with the best of them. Since 2012 they have delighted audiences insixteen countries including Scotland, China, Hong Kong, England, Ireland, USA and across Australia, and continue to create treasured experiences for families around the world.

The Strangeways Cabaret
2026-07-17 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-07-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
LOVE. We all want it. We all need it. We all like to sing about it.
The Strangeways Cabaret takes audiences on an antics-fuelled ride that packs a surprising emotional punch. Songs about online dating, loneliness and broken promises, along with duelling eyebrows, glamorous drag queens, and stories of killer spiders and lovelorn vampires all combine to create a joyful celebration of life and love in all its forms.
The cabaret is created by The Strangeways Ensemble, a company of neuro-diverse actors and musicians from Wollongong, who explore universal themes from their unique perspectives to find the fantastical in the mundane. They like to make work, which is evocative and challenging, but also poetic and funny, and to make people think and laugh.
By taking the cabaret on tour, The Strangeways Ensemble are spreading the love and are excited to be including neuro-diverse and queer artists from Bathurst in the lineup. With a live cabaret band and special guest artists, The Strangeways Cabaret promises unique takes on one of the most explored human emotions – love.

21 Hearts
2026-07-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
21 Hearts – Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke

A compelling true story from WWII, honouring the bravery strength, love and hope of Australian Army Nurses in the face of adversity.

Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February, 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island where they surrendered.

In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in our history, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea where they were callously machine gunned. The only survivor and witness, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life.

21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them.

A story of hope, courage, resilience and heart.

Featuring six of Western Australia’s most outstanding actors, 21 HEARTS is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war.

Written by Jenny Davis
Directed by Stuart Halusz
Featuring Caitlin Beresford-Ord, Rebecca Davis, Michelle Fornasier, Alex Jones, Tegan Mulvany and Helen Searle.

Streeton Trio: Women Who Dared
2026-07-19 15:00 - 16:00 | All Saints’ Cathedral, Church Street, Bathurst, 2795
Bold, brilliant women in chamber music. A powerful and inspiring concert celebrating the brilliance and resilience of women in music. Part of the The Leila Waddell Concert Series 2026 collection.

​ProgramFanny MENDELSSOHN (1805–1847)Piano Trio in D minor, Op. 11 (1846–1847)Kelly-Marie MURPHY (b. 1964)Give Me Phoenix Wings to Fly (1997)Elena KATS-CHERNIN (b. 1957)Spirit and the Maiden (2004)Clara SCHUMANN (1819–1896)Piano Trio in G minor, Op. 17 (1846)TicketsAdults $49Concession $45Music Students $10 (kindly subsidised by our generous donors)

Presented in association with Musica Viva Australia.

The UK Rod Stewart Show
2026-08-07 19:30 - 21:00 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Join us for a memorable evening – as we pay tribute to the songs of the one and only, Rod Stewart.
A legendary superstar of iconic proportions, Stewart’s career spans a massive six decades – rarely has a singer had as full and unique a talent as Rod Stewart.
The UK Rod Stewart Show brings to the stage a vocalist direct from the UK, just like the legend himself, and is the very epitome of the real deal – complete with powerful, raspy vocals and feathery, frosted mullet!
You won’t wanna talk about missing this hit packed show, that will leave you Twisting the Night Away with the Rhythm of your Heart.
Tonight’s the Night! Grab your Handbags & Gladrags, jump on a Downtown Train and answer the age old question “Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?” !

Running in the Shadows of FLEETWOOD MAC
2026-08-08 20:00 | Panthers Bathurst, 132 Piper Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
RUNNING IN THE SHADOWSAustralia’s leading Fleetwood Mac tribute show is hitting BATHURST for one unmissable night!

Experience the music, the energy, and the magic of Fleetwood Mac like never before.

Get ready to sing along to iconic hits:Gypsy • Don’t Stop • Rhiannon • Dreams • Go Your Own Way • The Chain – and many more!

Featuring the charismatic, powerhouse vocals ofUrsula Cain & Bec Caruana (The Voice)Backed by world-class musicians, this is a live show that delivers from start to finish!

Don’t miss your chance to witness the ultimate tribute to one of the greatest bands of all time.

All In
2026-08-15 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-08-15 19:00 - 20:30 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
All In is an uplifting, immersive experience that celebrates the richness and power of dance as a community unifier. It reminds us that dance can connect us in ways few other things can, facilitating social connection, joy and reflection.
Witness some of the best dancing you’ve ever seen, up close and personal, in this bespoke production, made alongside local artists. Led by Director/Choreographer Miranda Wheen, All In features performances from Dance Makers Collective featuring dance groups from the central west area.
With incredible music by award-winning composer Fiona Hill and featuring some of Australia’s greatest dancers, All In is a unique experience not to be missed, culminating in the best dance party you’ve ever been to. If the mood hits right, the dance just might infect you.

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

Saplings
2026-08-20 11:00 - 12:30 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Stories from the law and justice system
“I wasn’t there ‘cause I wanted to be, I was there ‘cause I had to be, okay? If Josh hadn’t eaten my noodles, I wouldn’t be here.”
Would you risk breaking bail for a packet of Mi Goreng? Would you snitch on a mate to save your own skin? Around here, ordinary days can turn on you so fast you’ve still got a smile on your face as your hopes die in your hands.
Yani wants to go to the Easter Show, Kai wants a sense of home, Shanika wants her Mum back, and Lachlan…well, he just wants his bowl of noodles. But when the justice system is all that stands between these young people and what they want, it raises an important question—how do young people grow when the system keeps cutting them down?
After premiering at The Rebel Theatre for the Sydney Festival in 2024 and winning Sydney Theatre Award’s Best Production for Young People, Yuwaalaray playwright Hannah Belanszky and Kalkadoon director Abbie-lee Lewis bring Saplings to the stage once again, a collection of hilarious and heartbreaking stories born from workshops with young people experiencing the youth justice system from Marrickville to Moree. Four talented young actors take on multiple roles in this poetic, personal, and unexpected production that will leave you asking who’s really to blame.
Set to a soundtrack of rap and hip-hop music made by young people in the youth justice system, Saplings gives an honest, raw look into the adult consequences faced by some of our most vulnerable. Join us at BMEC for a show full of laughter, tears, and celebration of the survival instincts of young people.

Regional Songwriting Contest 2026
2026-08-22 19:00 - 22:00 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Want to come and watch and support amazing local talent? The 2026 Finalist Showcase of the Regional Songwriting Contest is now on sale.
Experience the next wave of local talent as our competition finalists hit the stage with their brand-new original songs. Each performance is amplified by a top-tier band of local musicians, bringing depth, energy, and serious vibe to every moment.
Don’t miss this celebration of creativity, community, and the thrill of live music. Grab your friends, lock in your tickets, and meet us in the Showroom for an unforgettable night!
Want to Enter your own song? Find out more.
The Regional Songwriting Contest is an opportunity for songwriters from across the Central West and surrounding regions to share their original music on a professional stage.
Open to emerging and established songwriters alike, the contest celebrates original voices, storytelling, and the diversity of music being created in our region. Finalists will be selected to perform their songs live at BMEC, supported by professional musicians and technical production, giving artists the chance to present their work in a high-quality performance environment.
The contest is designed to nurture local talent, build confidence, and create meaningful pathways for regional artists to develop and showcase their work. Whether you write folk, pop, country, rock, or something entirely your own, BMEC encourages you to apply and be part of a vibrant celebration of regional creativity.

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.

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Bathurst Caravan, Camping and Leisure Roadshow
2026-09-04 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-05 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-06 09:00 - 16:00 | Bathurst Showground, Lot 1 Kendall Avenue, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
For further information visit caravanroadshows.com.au
