Bathurst Region Tourism

Winter Wonderland Cocktail Fundraiser
2025-08-09 18:30 (Australia/Sydney) | BoxGrove, 119 Duramana Road, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Welcome to the Winter Wonderland Cocktail Fundraiser!Join us for a magical evening of fun while raising vital funds for kids living with kidney disease. Get ready to sip on delicious cocktails, enjoy fabulous entertainment, and mingle with friends — all for a fantastic cause.

Included in your ticket: Delicious canapés Live entertainment Plenty of dancing

Dress to impress in your best winter attire and dance the night away!

It’s going to be a night to remember – don’t miss out!

Wrestle Strong Pro Wrestling
2025-08-09 19:00 | Bathurst RSL Club, 114 Rankin Street, Bathurst, 2795, Australia
Wrestle Strong Dojo returns to Bathurst RSL on Saturday, August 9th for an exciting evening of entertainment for all ages. Doors will open at 6:30 pm for a 7 pm bell time.

Enjoy the fun of a live pro wrestling show with opportunities for photos and autographs afterwards

Scheduled to appear include all your favourite Wrestle Strong Dojo stars as well as some interstate talent.

Scheduled to appear on August 9th include: Dean Draven, Mystic Jessie, Aragon, Freya Fury, Oberon’s own CJ Young, Orange’s MMA fighter turned pro wrestler Alistair, Zachariah the Messiah, The Mammoth Torrent, Domino and many more.

Pre-purchase your tickets to fast-track your way to the best seats in the house.

Venue: Bathurst RSL Club

Note: By purchasing your ticket online your name will go onto the door list. Doors open 30 minutes before bell time. (6:30pm doors)Seats are your way to fast track your way to the best seats in the house. Tickets will also be available at the door.

Regional Song Contest
2025-08-09 19:30 - 21:30 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Join us as we unearth new and exciting talent from the Central West!
The annual Regional Songwriting Contest – Finalist Showcase, is a fabulous night of live entertainment, showcasing incredible local talent.
Tickets are general admission. Foyer doors open at 6:30pm, Showroom doors open from 7pm. Take a seat of your choosing in the Showroom. There’ll be cabaret style tables, bar stools with tables, plus lounges. Come in from the chill and enjoy a relaxed evening of live music.
Food Boxes by local pastry chef, Martin Luhovy at FoodWeDo is available to pre-order for an additional $25.

Hill End Gold 4WD Adventure
2025-08-10 08:45 - 17:00 | NSW
A medium grade 4WD Tag-a-Long Tour exploring the rugged goldfields of Hill End and Sofala.Suitable for 4WD vehicles with low range. Learn all about gold, including where and how to find it using gold pans, river sluice and metal detector. Great for the whole family.

Miss Traill's House and Garden
2025-08-10 12:00 - 15:30, 2025-08-17 12:00 - 15:30 | Miss Traill’s House and Garden, 321 Russell Street (Corner of Russell and Peel Streets), Bathurst, 2795
Tours of Miss Traill’s House and Garden.

The home Ida bequeathed to the National Trust (1976) is today an elegant house museum containing Ida Traill’s significant collection of artifacts including furniture, intriguing horse racing memorabilia, paintings and ceramics – all linked to Miss Traill’s and her ancestors and the early history of Bathurst.

House Tour – per person:

National Trust members – FREE (excludes exhibitions)

Adult – $12

Concession* – $10

Family – $34

Child (under 5 years) – FREE

*Concession applies for full-time students, seniors, pensioners and children aged 5-15 years.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/miss-traills-house-general-entry-tickets

https://www.facebook.com/misstraillshouse

Bathurst Dances, Old Time and New Vogue Dance
2025-08-10 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-14 14:00 - 17:00 | Walshaw Hall, 9 Church Street, Bathurst, 2795
Dancing the old fashioned way, with a another in your arms. Waltzes, Tangos, Saunters, Jive and Swing in a sequenced way. Short demos before many dances, but nothing beats, standing up and simply giving it a go, then having a laugh or giggle at your own attempts, the way it was done in the old days, still the cheapest way to learn.

Unforgettable Legend of the 50's and 60's
2025-08-10 14:30 - 17:00 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Get ready to be taken back to the golden years of crooning, rock n roll and sweet soul music, with this UNFORGETTABLE musical journey celebrating the legends of the 50’s and 60’s with this Aria, Logie, Mo, Ace and Helpmann award winning entertainer and his 7 piece band featuring songs by Nat King Cole, Johnny Mathis, Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr, Dusty Springfield, Connie Francis, Bobby Darin, Elvis Presley, Tina Turner, Sam Cooke, Roy Orbison & More…
Nathan has had vast experience for 35 years on stage & television known primarily for his success as a singer/presenter for 10 years on Channel 9’s “HI -5” Airing in over 80 Countries World Wide and the mind blowing series looking for the Australia’s next triple threat Singer/Dancer/Actor on Channel 10’s “I WILL SURVIVE” which took him to the top 3 finalists travelling around outback Australia, L.A, Las Vegas & New York to perform.
In 2019 Nathan hit the screens again wowing Australia on Channel 9’s “The Voice” with massive support from the media, loyal fans and showcasing his talent to a brand-new generation of fans. Nathan is a winner of 3 Logies, 5 Aria awards, and a Helpmann award with Hi-5 for the best live show being the only group to have won 5 consecutive Aria’s in Australia ever.
In 2023, Nathan scored a lead role in an independent film showcasing his acting skills in the phycological horror/thriller “The Banshee” set for release in late 2024. 2022 Saw Nathan back to his songwriting roots releasing his original solo album “HURRICANE” with 4 singles “She Devil”, “Hurricane”, “First last kiss” and the dynamic song “Strut” winning praise for their energy and strong message.
Nathan has added theatre to his line of credits performing in the controversial musical “Jerry Springer the Opera” at the Sydney Opera House alongside David Wenham followed by “Grease On The Beach” playing Kenickie, and the national tour of the smash hit Musical “Mamma Mia”.
As a soloist he has also been the winner of:
* MO Award for Best Young Entertainer
* A.C.E Award for Best Young Entertainer
* Winner of the “Variety Humanitarian Award for Best Young Artist of the year” with Cait Blanchett & Georgie Parker as Guests.
* And Nominated for a Logie for the Best up and coming Television Presenter.
Nathan has made regular television appearances including Channel 9’s “Midday Show”, Channel 7’s” The At Home Show”, and Ch 7’s “The Fashion Awards”.
Nathan toured the world 9 times with hi-5 to packed crowds and has completed a successful 2 month tour of the U.k selling more tickets than Kylie Minogue, A.C.D.C & The Rolling Stones and performing to a sold out show at the Carling London Apollo. “UNFORGETTABLE” Will WOW you, Excite you and Move you!

Music Bingo @ The Tattersalls Hotel
2025-08-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Tattersalls Hotel Bathurst, 35 Keppel Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia

Imagine Live
2025-08-12 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-12 12:30 - 13:30 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Magical and meaningful, IMAGINE LIVE is a celebration of creativity, friendship and our precious natural world. With the help of the audience, performers play and sing their way through the pages of Alison Lester’s iconic best-selling book, and quickly discover there is WAY more to these pages than they first thought.

Spot a leopard, dive with a dolphin or dig up a dinosaur as this iconic book springs into life before your eyes.

IMAGINE LIVE combines live action and animation with digital puppetry in a large-scale, multi-screen performance. Underscored by original music, characters and objects travel between real and animated worlds, responding in real time to audience input. Beautiful and meaningful, IMAGINE LIVE is a celebration of the transformative power of creativity.

Created by the multi-award winning team from Robot Song, IMAGINE LIVE is an interactive musical performance for families…Nana’s are especially welcome!

Dhuluny Wiradyuri Language Workshops @ Wahluu Health/Kelso Community Hub
2025-08-12 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Wundirra Kelso Community Centre, 24 Bonnor Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Join our beginner-level workshops to learn the fundamentals of the Wiradyuri language! Over TWO days, you’ll discover how to pronounce Wiradyuri sounds, words, and phrases, including:

Family terms

Numbers

Animal names

A basic Acknowledgement of Country

Workshop Schedule & Locations

Each workshop is one hour long and runs for two consecutive days: August 12th & 13th. Please plan to attend the two sessions, as new content will be covered each day.

These workhops commence at 11:00am – Wundirra Kelso Community Centre (with Wahluu Health Aboriginal Corporation Bathurst)

Bathurst Library, 70-78 Keppel St – 2:00pm – 3:00pm

Who Can Attend?

Places are limited. While Wiradyuri people, other Aboriginal people, and parents/carers of Aboriginal children will be given preference, non-Aboriginal people are also welcome to attend.

Registering your interest does not guarantee a spot. You will be notified the week before the workshops if you have been allocated a place. Register your interest

Workshops are being facilitated by Aunty Joylene Simpson and Aunty Leanna Carr assisted by Jonathon Jones.

Light refreshments served. Donations are welcome.

Funded by the NSW Aboriginal Languages Trust.

Dhuluny Wiradyuri Language Workshops @ Bathurst Library
2025-08-12 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-13 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-14 14:00 - 15:00 | Bathurst Library, 70 -78 Keppel Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Join our beginner-level workshops to learn the fundamentals of the Wiradyuri language! Over three days, you’ll discover how to pronounce Wiradyuri sounds, words, and phrases, including:

Family terms

Family terms

Numbers

Animal names

A basic Acknowledgement of Country

Workshop Schedule & Locations

Each workshop is one hour long and runs for three consecutive days: August 12th, 13th, and 14th. Please plan to attend all three sessions, as new content will be covered each day.

these workshops commence at 2:00 pm at Bathurst Library

Who Can Attend?

Places are limited. While Wiradyuri people, other Aboriginal people, and parents/carers of Aboriginal children will be given preference, non-Aboriginal people are also welcome to attend.

Registering your interest does not guarantee a spot. You will be notified the week before the workshops if you have been allocated a place. Register your interest

Workshops are being facilitated by Aunty Joylene Simpson and Aunty Leanna Carr assisted by Jonathon Jones.

Light refreshments served. Donations are welcome.

Funded by the NSW Aboriginal Languages Trust.

ViV! Interactive Workshop @ Bathurst Library
2025-08-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Bathurst Library, 70 -78 Keppel Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
A special Book Week celebration at Bathurst Library

Perfect for ages 6 – 12 years.

Book an adventure with ViV! A funny, sassy and tough young girl, who whizzes in her wheelchair and visits fantastical places using her imagination.

In this interactive workshop we will share stories, learn sign language (Auslan), and dance and sing!

Led by Catherine McNamara, who is the writer of a new children’s play called ViV! She has created this show here in Bathurst and will premiere it from August 21-23 at BMEC.

Bathurst 1000 Colouring In Competition
2025-08-13 08:00 - 17:00 | NSW
The ever-popular Repco Bathurst 1000 Colouring In Competition is back!

All children aged 3 – 13 years old are invited to take part. Show us your best and brightest colours for the chance to WIN 1 of 10 Supercars merch packs.

Colouring in will be available to download soon.

Can’t print it? No worries! Once available, you’ll can pick up a printed version of the Colouring In Competition from Bathurst Regional Council Civic Centre or from any of the businesses participating in the Window Display Competition from Wednesday 1 October.

A list of businesses participating in the Window Display Competition will be made available soon.

Entries must be emailed to Bathurst Regional Council Events or delivered to Bathurst Regional Council by Sunday 12 October to be in the running.

Winners will be notified by Friday 17 October.

Talks & Tea // ESSSENSSSE
2025-08-13 10:30 - 12:00 | Bathurst Regional Art Gallery, 70 -78 Keppel Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
TALKS & TEA // ESSSENSSSE
Join Bathurst Regional Art Gallery (BRAG) Volunteer Guides for a spotlight talk and walk through of exhibition ESSSENSSSE!
This is a social series for visitors to learn more about the current exhibitions, Bathurst’s vibrant art scene, and to meet like-minded locals!
Wednesday 9 July and 13 August
10:30am – 12pm
FREE, refreshments provided by donation online or at gallery reception
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.
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.

Musical Bingo @ The Family Hotel
2025-08-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Family Hotel, Cnr Russell & Bentinck Street, Bathurst, 2795, Australia
This one is for the music lovers! Rock into the #FamBams for Musical Trivia every Wednesday from 7pm! Entry is free and you’ll have the chance to win prizes whilst bopping along to tunes over the ages!
Wednesday night is $20 schnitty night!

Archibald Prize Tour
2025-08-14 07:00 - 18:00 | NSW

Commemorative Smoking Ceremony - CANCELLED
2025-08-14 10:30 - 11:30 | NSW
Join Uncle Bill Allen Dinawan Dyirribang and Jonathan Jones for this commemorative smoking ceremony at Wambuul, as we remember those who lost their lives in the aftermath of the declaration of martial law in 1824.

Special thanks to the Bathurst Branch of the NSW Historical Trust for their support.

Venue: Wambuul sand circle near Bathurst Showground.

Matthew Spencer In Conversation
2025-08-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Bathurst Library, 70 -78 Keppel Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Hear Matthew speak about his new book Broke Road, described as a thrilling, fast-paced and detailed police procedural fiction.
Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing on the night.
The author returns to characters Adam Bowman and Rose Riley.
About the bookA MURDER AT HOMEA COMMUNITY ON EDGESOMEONE IS WATCHING
A late-night phone call is never good news for Homicide Detective Sergeant Rose Riley. This time she’s being sent up to the Hunter Valley, where a woman has been found dead in her home.Rose grew up further along the valley. She knows that for every vineyard and golf course resort visited by tourists to the ‘wine country’ there are as many dilapidated fibro houses and drug dens, in the shadow of one of the state’s largest prisons.A media hound points the finger at the husband, angering Rose but capturing the attention of journalist turned true crime author Adam Bowman. His book on the ‘Blue Moon Killer’ made him famous but the case nearly cost Rose her life, and she’s not sure how she feels about seeing him again.Suspects abound, from the grieving husband to sinister business interests and suspicious locals. But when new evidence connects the crime to an old case, Rose realises they have no time to lose. The murderer is ready to strike again.
About the authorMatthew Spencer was a journalist at The Australian for twenty years, with long stints running the Foreign News desk and as Opinion Editor. He has written for newspapers and magazines in Uganda and Kenya and been published in The Australian Financial Review and The Sydney Morning Herald. His debut novel Black River was the winner of the 2023 Inaugural Danger Award for Debut Crime Fiction.

Central West Comedy - Geraldine Hickey & Claire Hooper
2025-08-15 18:30 - 21:30 | Reckless Brewing, 2a Piper Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
BATHURST – ONE NIGHT ONLY

Claire Hooper is Host of ABC TV’s brand new game show House of Games, you’ll have also seen Claire on Spicks and Specks, Have You Been Paying Attention? and pretty much every other comedy, cooking and panel show, as well as hosting the podcast I’m The Worst with Claire Hooper.

She’s also been falling over in public, physically and emotionally, for as long as she can remember.

Winner – Piece of Wood, Melbourne Comedy Festival 2024

Geraldine Hickey is a regular on our screens, appearing on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here, Question Everything, Have You Been Paying Attention?, and Thank God You’re Here.

Winter Truffle Hunt, Touch and Taste: The Immersion Experience
2025-08-16 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
2025-08-16 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.

Wedding Venue Open Day - Clifton Woolshed
2025-08-16 11:00 - 15:00 | Clifton Woolshed, 1371 Tarana Road, Locksley, NSW, 2795, Australia
Where “I do” begins…

Step inside the brand-new Clifton Woolshed for our Wedding Venue Open Day, Saturday August 16 from 11am to 3pm!

See our stunning country venue, tour the dreamy bridal room, and meet amazing local wedding pros – from Short Street Kitchen to live music by Matilda Poole, celebrants, stylists, Jamie’s Cake Decorating and much more!

And don’t miss your chance to WIN HALF PRICE wedding venue hire – just enter on the day! Terms and conditions apply.

It’s free entry – so bring your fiancé, friends, and family, and get inspired.Clifton Woolshed – where “I do” begins.

LIVE MUSIC | Croaker and the Honeybee
2025-08-16 19:00 - 22:00 | Panthers Bathurst, 132 Piper Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Croaker and the Honeybee are a Northern Rivers duo with roots in Canberra, known for their eclectic sound and infectious stage presence. Blending blues, country, jazz and original tunes with a quirky twist, their sets are full of surprises, one moment a French love song, the next a toe-tapping swing number that gets everyone singing along.
They’ve played well-loved venues like Byron Beach Hotel, Shaw’s Bay and Ballina RSL, with audiences often asking when they’ll hit the Tamworth Festival stage. Their style brings together the storytelling of Paul Kelly, the charm of Cole Porter, and the energy of artists like JJ Cale, Johnny Cash, and the Beatles.
Their next stop, Panthers Bathurst! Get ready for a show full of heart, humour, and plenty of songs you’ll want to sing along to.

Bathurst Thoroughbred Racing
2025-08-18 12:30 - 17:30 | Bathurst Thoroughbred Racing, 55 Eleven Mile Dr, Bathurst, 2795
Come and joins us in August and enjoy great racing action from our heated Racing Lounge at the top of the Grandstand. It provides great views of the horses parading and of course racing. A great way to spend a winter’s afternoon.
