The 2026 Bathurst Business Awards, proudly presented by the Bathurst Business Chamber, Electrified by Kelso Electric celebrate the innovation, resilience and achievements of businesses and individuals across the Bathurst region. Bringing together the local business community, the awards recognise excellence in leadership, customer service, innovation, community contribution and business growth, while showcasing the outstanding talent […]
Explore the use of critical minerals and understand how vital they are to our modern world. This exhibition is one-of-a-kind in Australia at the moment, and focuses on the role of critical minerals in the transition to renewable energy as well as their everyday use in industry and throughout our households. The exhibition was prepared […]
Australian Fossil & Mineral Museum – New showcase exhibition Billions of years ago, tiny, hardworking organisms called cyanobacteria transformed our planet. Through photosynthesis, they released oxygen into the atmosphere for the very first time, forever changing Earth’s environment. Evidence of life reshaping our planet is found in the fossilised remains of these ancient colonies, called […]
Australian Fossil & Mineral Museum – New showcase exhibition Billions of years ago, tiny, hardworking organisms called cyanobacteria transformed our planet. Through photosynthesis, they released oxygen into the atmosphere for the very first time, forever changing Earth’s environment. Evidence of life reshaping our planet is found in the fossilised remains of these ancient colonies, called […]
You know the drill! It’s time to get the gang back together for another round of PUBlic Choir at Little Alberts.No sheet music, no stress, and definitely no judgment—just the usual recipe of great drinks, great food, great company, and a massive singalong. Whether you're a seasoned regular or finally ready to see what the […]
Bathurst Harness Racing Club welcomes everyone to the track for our Wednesday night race meetings! Enjoy watching live racing, a hot meal from the bistro and a cold drink. Plenty of action happening trackside, Wednesday 3rd of June we have our monthly meat raffles and the following Wednesday, 10th of June is our monthly members […]
FULL BAND SHOWSpecial Guests: Smith & Jones KeyStone 1889, Bathurst Following two acclaimed East Coast tours, singer-songwriters Anna Weatherup and Amy Vee return in 2026 with a new co-headline tour centred around Anna’s latest album, Delusional. Joined by a full band and special guests Smith & Jones, audiences can expect an intimate and powerful night […]
The 2026 HD HR Holden Nationals is Australia’s premier gathering celebrating the iconic HD and HR Holden models produced between 1965 and 1968. Held in Bathurst, the event brings together enthusiasts from across the country for Show and Shine displays anging from original restorations to highly modified customs. More than just a car show, the […]
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, […]
Celebrate the beginning of the winter truffle harvest at RedGround Australia this June Long Weekend. Join us on the farm for a relaxed, tasting experience showcasing the unmistakable aroma and […]
Enjoy a great afternoon with family and friends at Musical Bingo from 4pm on Saturday the 6th of June. It's FREE to play! There will be 3 rounds of Musical Bingo with up to $100 worth of Club Cards up for grabs.
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, […]
Head to the Bathurst Rail Museum and pick up some goodies at the Steam Weekend Markets. With over 15 stalls boasting local produce and gifts, live music from local artists and face painting, there’s something for everyone.
Celebrate the beginning of the winter truffle harvest at RedGround Australia this June Long Weekend. Join us on the farm for a relaxed, tasting experience showcasing the unmistakable aroma and […]
Hudsons Circus presents a 2 hour traditional style Circus with a modern twist featuring ‘Edge of your seat Daredevils, Hilarious clowns and beautiful animal acts’ in a fast paced show for the whole family.
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 FOWARD Bathurst departs 8.05am Millthorpe arrives 9.45am Orange arrives 10.15am RETURN Orange departs 12.30pm Millthorpe arrives 12.52pm Bathurst arrives 2.20pm FARES Open Saloon: $95 […]
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, […]
Get creative at your regional Art Gallery and learn all about mixed media to create a variety of mushroom artworks! No experience required, all welcome, please wear something that can get messy, or bring your own smock. This workshop will include a short tour of current exhibitions for inspiration.
Join Bathurst Regional Art Gallery (BRAG) Volunteer Guides for a spotlight talk and walk through of our current exhibitions, followed by morning tea. Tour of exhibition Morning tea by donation, RSVP essential Dates: Wednesday 10 June, 10:30am-12:00pm Wednesday 8 July, 10:30am-12:00pm (Seniors Festival 2026, all welcome) Wednesday 12 August, 10:30am-12:00pm
Bathurst Harness Racing Club welcomes everyone to the track for our Wednesday night race meetings! Enjoy watching live racing, a hot meal from the bistro and a cold drink. Plenty […]
Dust your boots off for a country hoedown and a night of line dancing to a live band with Shara Rose & The TailGators. Shara Rose is an emerging Australian country music artist with a rapidly growing fan base and a trained dance instructor who teaches all the dances on the night and will have […]
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, […]
Thirsty Merc return in 2026 with their ‘Encore Shows’ following the huge success of their ‘Summer Live 25’ tour. Expect an electric night packed with Aussie classics including 20 Good Reasons, Mousetrap Heart, Someday, Someday and In The Summertime. With over two decades of hits, multiple platinum albums and nonstop touring, Thirsty Merc continue to […]
This year is all about reconnecting with creativity, rediscovering your love for handwriting, and giving yourself permission to play again. If you’ve ever felt the pull to make something with your hands, this is your year to follow it. Brush lettering is joyful, mindful, and deeply rewarding — the perfect creative escape that blends calm […]
June Tea and Talks – Greg Hyde T.Arts is very excited to have our own Greg Hyde as a special guest speaker for Tea and Talks at T.Arts on June 13 from 2.30 till 4.00 pm.. Greg’s happy or whimsical works are therapeutic for him in this troubled world. He finds joy when others understand […]
Straight from London’s West End via the legendary Sydney Opera House, this international sensation is now coming to Rydges Mount Panorama in June 2026. Officially the world’s most sought after tribute to the BBC sitcom, Faulty Towers The Dining Experience is simply unmissable – and ‘outrageously funny’ (BroadwayBaby)! Become part of the action as Basil, […]
Local artisans from across the central west descend on Rockley for the Winter Market. Food, wine, hand crafted art, jewellery, pottery, the list goes on. There will be marshmallow toasting and fire pit to keep you warm. Come out and walk around this unique historic village, talk to the stallholders, taste the wares. And when […]
MitCon’s Stringendo String ensemble, Palm Court Orchestra and ReCONnect Concert Band are back for an Ensembles Galore II recital on Sunday 14th June. Don’t miss hearing these great ensembles play their own pieces and then combine to blow the roof off Keystone 1889 on Keppel Street. These recitals are a wonderful way to give our […]
Come and join us on Tuesday 16th June for our first winter meeting. Stay warm in the heated Racing Lounge while enjoying a meal from the food van and a cold beverage. Watch our amazing equine athletes in action by joining us Trackside.
Discover more about the life of George Frideric Handel (1685-1759), a composer known for his operas and oratorios, presented by musicologist Dennis Dorwick. Many know the music of Handel, a German-born English composer, but few know the details of his life. This talk will focus on the stories of three people who influenced his life […]
Bathurst Harness Racing Club welcomes everyone to the track for our Wednesday night race meetings! Enjoy watching live racing, a hot meal from the bistro and a cold drink. Plenty of action happening trackside, Wednesday 3rd of June we have our monthly meat raffles and the following Wednesday, 10th of June is our monthly members […]
Catch Jimeoin for his unique blend of observational humour, physical expressiveness, and spontaneity. Join Jimeoin as he turns the everyday into the absurd, often riffing on mundane moments. So, get a peek inside one of our great comic minds as he bounces from one quirky thought to another So for a great night of guaranteed […]
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 […]
Spend eight hours exploring boutique cellar doors at Winburndale Wines, Rock Forest Vineyard, Vale Creek Wines and Renzaglia Wines, meeting the growers and winemakers who are shaping Bathurst’s emerging wine region. You’ll enjoy relaxed tastings, stunning countryside views and plenty of time to chat about the stories behind each vineyard and vintage. A lunch stop […]
Get ready to groove like it's 1979 with Australia’s hottest Yacht Rock tribute sensation. The Yachtski Brothers bring the smooth rock era of the ’70s and ’80s roaring back to life with their powerhouse musicianship and irresistible charm. After sell out shows across Victoria, Australia’s smoothest operators are finally setting sail for their first-ever NSW […]
Bathurst Harness Racing Club welcomes everyone to the track for our Wednesday night race meetings! Enjoy watching live racing, a hot meal from the bistro and a cold drink. Plenty of action happening trackside, Wednesday 3rd of June we have our monthly meat raffles and the following Wednesday, 10th of June is our monthly members […]
The ABC in partnership with Australian Library and Information Association and Western Sydney University invite you to this media literacy workshop to equip communities to better identify false information. This two hour workshop is presented in connection with the ABC three-part documentary series The Matter of Facts, hosted by Hamish Macdonald. Participants will build essential […]
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 […]
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 […]
Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton) joins Éanna Hardwicke (The Sixth Commandment) and Siobhán McSweeney (Derry Girls) in John Millington Synge’s riveting play of youth and self-discovery. Pegeen Flaherty’s life is turned upside down when a young man walks into her pub claiming that he’s killed his father. Instead of being shunned, the killer becomes a local hero […]
Karise Eden is one of Australia’s most distinctive voices, blending blues, soul, country and raw rock grit. Rising to fame as the inaugural winner of The Voice Australia in 2012, she went on to break ARIA records with her double platinum debut album My Journey. Known for her powerful live performances, Karise brings honesty, vulnerability […]
The Bathurst Showgrounds Winter Festival is bringing ice skating, rides, winter treats and family fun to Bathurst these school holidays. 📍 Bathurst Showgrounds📅 4–19 July Enjoy a range of activities and entertainment across the festival, including: The festival is all about community, fun and creating winter memories with family and friends. Save the dates and […]
“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 […]
“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 […]