Verto Brew & Bite Closing Weekend
2025-07-19 12:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | The Greens on William, 29 William Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795
Join us for Brew & Bite on closing weekend as we wrap up the season with one final celebration of all things delicious and festive.

Sip on warming brews, enjoy mouthwatering bites from local food vendors, and soak up the last of the winter magic. With kids amusements, live entertainment, and twinkling lights, it’s the perfect way to toast to a season well spent.

Bring your appetite and your beanie—let’s end winter on a high note!

Farewell winter with flavour and fun!

Charlotte McConaghy In Conversation
2025-07-19 17:00 - 18:30 | Bathurst Library, 70 -78 Keppel Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Join international bestselling author Charlotte McConaghy for a conversation on her new brilliant book Wild Dark Shore.
Bookings are essential. Phone 6333 6281
Copies of the book will be available for sale and signing on the day.
About the book
On a wild and remote research island between Australia and Antarctica, Dominic Salt and his three children live as caretakers. This island is home to seabirds and seals, black sand beaches and windswept mountains, and a library housing many thousands of seeds from all over the world.
Living in isolation, the Salt family’s lives are turned upside down when a mysterious woman washes up on their shores. Why is she here? What secrets is she keeping from them – and what secrets are they keeping from her? A stunning love letter to the wilderness and to our world; a novel of heart-stopping twists, dizzying beauty and ferocious love, Wild Dark Shore is a story about the impossible choices we make to protect the people we love, even as the world around us is collapsing.
About the author
Charlotte McConaghy is the author of the New York Times, USA Today, and Indie Bestseller Wild Dark Shore, as well as the New York Times Bestseller Once There Were Wolves, winner of the Indie Book Award for Fiction 2022 and the Davitt Award for Best Adult Crime Novel 2022; and the international bestseller Migrations, a TIME Magazine Best Book of the Year and the Amazon Best Fiction Book of the Year for 2020.

Creedence Clearwater Revival
2025-07-19 18:00 - 22:00 | KeyStone 1889, 99 Keppel St, Bathurst, 2795
Creedence Clearwater Revival holds a special place in rock history, delivering a string of genre-defining hits during the late ’60s and early ’70s. Their signature blend of swampy country, rock, blues, and pop still resonates today.
To celebrate this legendary catalogue, Sydney-based collective The Album Show presents a powerful tribute featuring standout tracks from CCR and John Fogerty’s solo career. The lineup includes Bathurst’s Sophie Jones, Michael Carpenter, Casey Atkins, Charlie Lee, and Russell Crawford.
Audiences can expect iconic songs like Proud Mary, Have You Ever Seen the Rain, and Bad Moon Rising, all woven into a rich narrative and visual experience that honors CCR’s lasting impact.

Mr.
2025-07-20 08:00 - 17:00
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Sunday Sketch & Make Sessions // ESSSENSSSE
2025-07-20 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-07-27 10:00 - 14:00 | Bathurst Regional Art Gallery, 70 -78 Keppel Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Sunday Sketch Sessions // ESSSENSSSE
Head to BRAG each Sunday during ESSSENSSSE for a self-guided Sunday Sketch & Make Session!
Sundays, 10am-2pm
FREE, all welcome, materials supplied
About the Exhibition:
Bathurst Regional Art Gallery (BRAG) presents ESSSENSSSE, a joyful work about healing and new beginnings by acclaimed contemporary artist HOSSEI (NSW), guest curated by Tesha Malott.
ESSSENSSSE is an aquatic ecosystem that explores the tenacity of the human spirit, stripping away corporeal human qualities and revealing what’s underneath. ESSSENSSSE follows HOSSEI’s exploration of creating costumes that ‘heal’. Featuring a cast of 16 other-worldly sea creatures, ESSSENSSSE transitions from a series of dynamic and joyful performances into a sensory, large-scale installation, in which visitors are surrounded by a playful, 100% tactile landscape.
A Verge Gallery exhibition, touring in partnership with Museums & Galleries of NSW, supported by the University of Sydney and proudly funded by the NSW Government. Verge Gallery is supported by the University of Sydney Union.
Image: HOSSEI, ESSSENSSSE, 2023. Performer Lauren Booker. Dimensions variable. Photography by Jacquie Manning.

Lee Kernaghan - Boys From The Bush
2025-07-20 19:30 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
After selling out his 2024 shows, Australia’s country music legend Lee Kernaghan is bringing his Boys From The Bush – The Concert to more towns around Australia in 2025. Lee’s amazing career now spans across 3 decades of trailblazing music making. He continues to deliver exciting live concert productions by fusing arena-rock bravado with country music’s heart and soul, by joining the traditional country stories with real life on the land sensibilities and values, and in the process he continues to lead the pack in modernising and growing the genre and community that he fondly calls his mates.

Bathurst Thoroughbred Racing
2025-07-21 12:00 - 17:30 | Bathurst Thoroughbred Racing, 55 Eleven Mile Dr, Bathurst, 2795
Come and join us on Monday 21st July for great racing action. Stay warm and toasty in our heated Racing Lounge at the top of the grandstand. Hope to see you trackside !!

Music Bingo @ The Tattersalls Hotel
2025-07-21 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-07-28 18:30 - 20:00 | Tattersalls Hotel Bathurst, 35 Keppel Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia

Seen: The Film
2025-07-23 18:30 - 20:00 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Be part of an inspiring and thought-provoking evening as we screen SEEN: The Film, a powerful documentary exploring the long-term impact of childhood trauma and the journey of healing to create stronger, healthier families.
Spark the healing journey that transforms your family
Essential viewing for any parent
This is a free screening that does not require registration, Simply arrive on the night.
Date: Wednesday 23rd July 2025.
Times: 6.30pm – 8.30pm (doors open 6:00pm, please be seated by 6:30pm)
Venue: Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre (BMEC) 105 William Street, Bathurst

MUSICAL BINGO
2025-07-23 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-07-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Family Hotel, Cnr Russell & Bentinck Street, Bathurst, 2795, Australia
Drop Beats Not Balls
This one is for the music lovers! Rock into the #FamBams newest night on the the Bathurst calendar with Musical Trivia every Wednesday from 7pm! Entry is free & you’ll have the chance to win prizes whilst bopping along to tunes over the ages! See how easy it is to play below & the tasty bites & booze on offer.

Wednesday night is Schnitty Night! Enjoy $18 Schnitzel with your choice of $3 topper (parmi, mexican, boscaiola or texan)

Sally Gould In Conversation
2025-07-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Bathurst Library, 70 -78 Keppel Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Join paramedic and author Sally Gould for a conversation on her insightful memoir Frog. Sally has been a paramedic for 14 years and is a CSU Alumna.
Bookings essential: ph 6333 6281

Life as a paramedic can be traumatic, gross, dull, hilarious and magical. But behind the sirens, and the life-or-death scenes, and the absurdity of non-urgent callouts, a paramedic’s career is very different to how most people imagine it.
Based on years of meticulously kept journals, Frog is an intimate look at the human cost of the job and the cumulative effect of trauma.

Copies of the book will be for sale on the night.

About the author
Sally Gould has been a paramedic for fourteen years and counting, and still finds joy in her self-proclaimed dream job. The professional and personal growth she experienced on the frontline, and the journals she kept during her early years in the field, were the inspiration for her memoir Frog.
Her draft manuscript won the narrative non-fiction category in the 2023 ASA/CA Award Mentorship Program.
When she’s not in uniform, Sally can be found tutoring paramedic students or immersed in her writing. She spends the rest of her days off nurturing herself through running, bushwalking, baking, attending theatre, and spending time with family and friends. Sally lives in Sydney with her husband and their two children.

Winter Truffle Hunt, Touch and Taste: The Immersion Experience
2025-07-26 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-02 10:00 - 13:00 | RedGround Truffle Hunting Lodge, 264 Titania Road, Oberon, 2787
Prepare for an unforgettable truffle experience that begins with the indulgent flavours of baked truffled brie served with house-made sourdough toast in our Truffle Hunting Lodge. You’ll then dive into the fascinating world of truffles through a presentation that covers their history, cultivation, and culinary significance.
Next, you’ll join an exciting guided hunt through our beautiful trufffiere working alongside our amazing truffle-sniffing dogs to uncover hidden treasures. Back at the Truffle Hunting Lodge, while your truffles are being cleaned and prepared you’ll enjoy a delicious warm baked garlic, artichoke, and spinach cheesy truffled dip with a glass of sparkling wine.
You’ll also get to see how truffles are graded and weighed, learning what makes these delicacies so special. To finish, you’ll savour the unique flavours of smooth truffled panna cotta and truffled ice cream—truly one-of-a-kind treats.
Before you leave, you’ll have the opportunity to purchase fresh truffles and truffle-infused products to recreate the magic at home. The experience concludes around 1:00 PM, leaving you with a day full of wonderful memories and a deeper appreciation for these incredible culinary treasures.
Please note that our Winter Truffle Hunt, Touch and Taste experience is designed as an 18+ adult focused experience. We kindly ask that no children under 18 be brought along for this event. Additionally, for biosecurity reasons, we regret to inform you that pets are not permitted on our farm premises. Thank you for your understanding
We also cater for private mid-week bookings. Contact us at jill@redground.com.au for more information.
We can’t wait to welcome you to RedGround! Happy hunting!
Cancellation policy:
Full refunds are available up to 14 days prior to the event, and 50% refunds are available up to 7 days prior, minus the booking fee. We’re happy to reschedule to another date if needed.

Exhibition Tours // ESSSENSSSE
2025-07-26 11:00 - 12:00 | Bathurst Regional Art Gallery, 70 -78 Keppel Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Exhibition Tours // ESSSENSSSE
Join a FREE, guided exhibition tour by BRAG staff on Saturdays at 11am!
Free, all welcome, RSVP online or at gallery reception.
Bathurst Regional Art Gallery (BRAG) presents ESSSENSSSE, a joyful work about healing and new beginnings by acclaimed contemporary artist HOSSEI (NSW), guest curated by Tesha Malott.
ESSSENSSSE is an aquatic ecosystem that explores the tenacity of the human spirit, stripping away corporeal human qualities and revealing what’s underneath. ESSSENSSSE follows HOSSEI’s exploration of creating costumes that ‘heal’. Featuring a cast of 16 other-worldly sea creatures, ESSSENSSSE transitions from a series of dynamic and joyful performances into a sensory, large-scale installation, in which visitors are surrounded by a playful, 100% tactile landscape.
ESSSENSSSE began when HOSSEI became fascinated by the sand dollar sea creatures— their shape, features, and how in mediaeval times it was truly believed that sand dollars were mermaid currency. When looking at the sand dollar, HOSSEI realised that if you were to remove the physical characteristics of a human body, you would be left with a mouth and an anus, just like the sand dollar. It is this idea that compelled HOSSEI to make the sand dollar an emblem of the show. An entry point and an exit, not just with food, but in the sense of discerning which energies come through and nourish the insides, and which are let out. ESSSENSSSE is about letting go and being one with the spirit and embracing its purity and vulnerability.
A Verge Gallery exhibition, touring in partnership with Museums & Galleries of NSW, supported by the University of Sydney and proudly funded by the NSW Government. Verge Gallery is supported by the University of Sydney Union.
Image: HOSSEI, ESSSENSSSE, 2023. Performer Lauren Booker. Dimensions variable. Photography by Jacquie Manning.

Christmas in July @ The Rockley Pub
2025-07-26 12:00 - 14:30 | The Rockley Pub, 2 Budden Street, Rockley, NSW, 2795
We love Christmas – so why not celebrate it twice?

Join the Rockley Pub on Saturday, 26th July for their annual Christmas in July lunch!

Indulge in a carefully curated 3-course shared-style feast featuring all your festive favourites.

Bring your loved ones, share the joy, and enjoy some delicious mulled wine as we embrace the magic of the season – midyear style.

$75 per person, bookings essential – don’t miss out! Book Now!

Bathurst Ghost Tour
2025-07-26 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-07-26 20:00 - 22:00 | Miss Traill’s House and Garden, 321 Russell Street (Corner of Russell and Peel Streets), Bathurst, 2795
Bathurst’s Miss Traill’s House. This location has been steeped in mystery and reports of ghostly activity for years and now you can finally get access through Blue Mountain’s Mystery Tours interactive ghost tour.

To give you the best possible chance of experiencing something from the other side this will be an intimate tour of only ten people.

Your host local resident Kim McLaughlin has knowledge of paranormal activity at the museum and will lead you to the scene of legends & ghost stories where the spirits are dying to meet you.

You might even meet the ghost of one of the original residents who is reported to still be on-site. As one of the first people to investigate this site you’ll be supplied with the latest ghost hunting equipment to capture any paranormal activity and possibly make contact with the other side.

CHRISTMAS IN JULY @ THE O'CONNELL HOTEL
2025-07-26 18:00 | O’Connell Hotel, 2408 O'Connell Road, O'Connell, New South Wales, 2795
Christmas in July at the OC! Enjoy a special 3 Course Dinner on Saturday 26 July.

Meal includes a choice of Starter, Main and Dessert and also a complimentary glass of wine, bubbles or schooner of beer, all for $75 per person.

Book online or call to reserve your spot. Bookings need to be made by Monday 21 July, so get in now!

This one not to be missed!

LIVE MUSIC | Band of Brothers
2025-07-26 19:30 - 23:00 | Panthers Bathurst, 132 Piper Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Band of Brothers is a local rockabilly band making waves across Bathurst, Lithgow and the Central Ranges. What started out as a few mates playing in the bass player’s living room has grown into a full live show with regular gigs at spots like Kelle’s Irish Pub, Portland RSL and Club Lithgow. They’ve also played at community events and even for local politicians on Australia Day.
Their style is upbeat and fun, with a rockabilly sound that gets the crowd moving. Think Beatles, Chuck Berry, Bill Haley and Aussie favourites like Crowded House. With strong guitar solos, four-part harmonies and a natural stage presence, they know how to get a room going.
Band of Brothers is heading to Panthers Bathurst, bringing their high-energy show and good-time vibes with them. Don’t miss it.

NOURISH - Women's Wellness Immersion
2025-07-27 11:00 - 16:00 | 2319 Mitchell Hwy, Vittoria NSW 2799, 2319 Mitchell Hwy, Vittoria, 2799
NOURISH is a one-of-a-kind, half-day wellness experience for women (particularly mothers) who are craving rest, reconnection, empowerment & rejuvenation. Set 15 mins drive from Bathurst and co-created by local women in business, the event includes gentle yoga, breathwork, hot and cold therapy, a seasonal wholefoods meal, a food-as-medicine workshop, face massage, energy healing and a low-tox exploration space. It’s designed to help you slow down, reset, and reconnect with yourself & your community. You’ll leave feeling grounded, nourished, and supported—with simple tools to care for your health naturally and a deeper sense of embodied wellness.

Old Government Cottage
2025-07-27 12:00 - 16:00 | Old Government Cottage, 16 Stanley Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795
Old Government Cottage located at 16 Stanley Street (near the low-level bridge), is a fine example of early domestic
Australian architecture. The building has operated as a museum since 1965 and houses an exhibition on the
development of Bathurst, artworks and a display of early local domestic objects. The garden contains many
heritage plants, farm equipment and an original baker’s oven.

Dr. Strangelove
2025-07-27 13:00 - 16:00 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Part of our live performance on screen programming.
Seven-time BAFTA Award-winner Steve Coogan plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove.
This explosively funny satire, about a rogue U.S General who triggers a nuclear attack, is led by a world-renowned creative team including Emmy Award-winner Armando Iannucci and Olivier Award-winner Sean Foley.
co-adapted by Armando Iannucci
co-adapted and directed by Sean Foley
★★★★★ ‘A masterful recreation of sublime comic acting’ – Broadway World
★★★★ ‘More timely and more terrifying than ever’ – The Stage
★★★★ ‘Steve Coogan triumphs in Kubrick’s Cold War satire’ – Daily Express
★★★★ ‘Sensationally unhinged performances’ – Daily Mail
Steve Coogan is remarkable’ – Guardian

Open Mic Night
2025-07-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Panthers Bathurst, 132 Piper Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
🎤 Are you ready to unleash your inner rockstar?
Get ready to shine under the spotlight at Panthers Bathurst’s Monthly Open Mic Night! Held on the last Tuesday of every month in our vibrant Sports Bar, the musical extravaganza kicks off at 6pm sharp. Our Open Mic Night is the ultimate stage where talents collide and melodies soar, creating an atmosphere filled with energy, passion, and pure musical magic.
Whether you’re a seasoned performer or a first-time strummer, our Open Mic Night welcomes all with open arms and open ears. Bring along your trusty guitar, your soulful voice, or any instrument that speaks to your heart – because at Panthers Bathurst, we believe that music is the universal language that brings us all together.
It’s not just about the performance; it’s about the shared experience of expressing yourself through the power of music. And hey, if you prefer to be in the audience soaking in the vibes, we’ve got a spot reserved just for you.

1984 By George Orwell
2025-07-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Big Brother is back.
Strap in for an electrifying take on the George Orwell classic – from the multi-award winning creative minds at Shake and Stir (Frankenstein, GRIMM, Jane Eyre, Animal Farm and Dracula).
It was a bright cold day, and the clocks were striking thirteen…
Winston Smith, an editor at the Ministry of Truth, sits quietly. A quick swig of gin; a glance of quiet optimism toward the telescreen. Winston opens his diary, puts pen to paper, and in doing so, commits the essential crime that contains all others in itself. A radical and unprecedented act of rebellion.
Discovered, entrapped, and incarcerated in the Ministry of Love, Winston, in defending his burning desire for personal freedom, prepares for the fight of his life.
Can the oppressive forces of The Party, led by BIG BROTHER, obliterate the indomitable human spirit?
And what exactly awaits within Room 101?
IMAGE CREDITS
Hero Image: Joel Devereux
Production Photography: Photo by Dylan Evans
Presented by Shake & Stir Theatre Co
Originally co-produced with QPAC
This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through
Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body.

Archibald Day Tour
2025-07-30 08:30
Love Art? Let’s Go to The Archibalds!

Join Bathurst Tours for a cultural day out to the Art Gallery of NSW to experience The Archibald Prize – Australia’s most iconic portrait exhibition!

Return transport from Bathurst

Gallery entry included

Guided tour of the exhibition

Free time to explore or grab a coffee

Whether you’re an art lover or just looking for a unique day out, this trip is the perfect blend of creativity, conversation, and inspiration.

Limited seats available – book now and don’t miss your chance to see the faces of Australia through a new lens!

Call 1300 728 321 Book online at https://bathursttours.com.au/archibald-day-tour/

Bathurst Careers Expo
2025-07-30 09:00 - 15:00 | Charles Sturt University Gymnasium, Panorama Avenue, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Come and have a chat about your career opportunities at the Bathurst Careers Expo! Don’t miss this chance to explore your career prospects with over 90 exhibitors in attendance, ranging from educational institutions to large and small businesses based in the Central West.

Create Art with Alcohol Inks
2025-07-31 13:00 - 16:00 | Perthville Community Hall, 20 Rockley Street, Perthville, NSW
Learn how to create art using alcohol inks. Ink art can be created on paper, mugs, bowls, etc. Come along and learn how you can create.
Cost $15 (members) $20 (non-members).
Pay by direct deposit to:
Bathurst & District Artisans
882-000 10016 3946
Contact Cheryl on 0433 950 079 for booking and material requirements
