Bathurst Region Tourism

Musical Bingo @ The Family Hotel
2025-08-06 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-07-30 19:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | 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!

Bathurst Dances, Old Time and New Vogue Dance
2025-08-06 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-02 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-29 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-25 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.

Public Choir
2025-08-05 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.

Music Bingo @ The Tattersalls Hotel
2025-08-04 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-07-28 18:30 - 20:00 | Tattersalls Hotel Bathurst, 35 Keppel Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia

A Night With Janis Joplin
2025-08-03 13:00 - 15:30 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
This multi award-winning show captured recently at the Sadler’s Wells Peacock Theatre is an extraordinary musical journey paying homage to Janis Joplin and her biggest musical influences.
Like a comet that burns far too brightly to last, Janis Joplin exploded onto the music scene in 1967 and, almost overnight, became the queen of rock & roll. The unmistakable voice, filled with raw emotion and tinged with Southern Comfort, made her a must-see headliner from Monterey to Woodstock.
Fuelled by such unforgettable songs as “Me and Bobby McGee,” “Piece of My Heart”, “Mercedes Benz”, “Cry Baby” and “Summertime”, a remarkable cast and breakout performances. A Night with Janis Joplin, written and directed by Randy Johnson, is a musical journey celebrating Janis and her biggest musical influences—icons like Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Odetta, Nina Simone and Bessie Smith, who inspired one of rock ‘n roll’s greatest legends.

Miss Traill's House and Garden
2025-08-03 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

Fade Into You: Acoustic Women of the 80s & 90s
2025-08-02 18:00 | KeyStone 1889, 99 Keppel St, Bathurst, 2795
Get ready for a night of pure magic as three of Australia’s most captivating singer-songwriters Sophie Jones, Amy Vee, and Anna Weatherup join forces to celebrate the indelible sounds of some of the ‘80s and ‘90s most loved indie, folk, and acoustic femme artists. From the raw honesty of Ani DiFranco and the beguiling storytelling of Suzanne Vega to the heartfelt anthems of Alanis Morissette and Jewel, this show pays tribute to the women whose songs defined a generation and inspired countless musicians.

Backyard Fire Feast
2025-08-02 12:00 - 16:00 | The Victoria Bathurst, 3 Keppel Street, Bathurst, 2795
Chef Alex and Front of house manager Dan, alongside Ian from Cosmo brewing are proud to presnt our annual ‘Backyard Fire Feast’.Celebrating winter comfort food, wine and beer, our open fire insipered grazing menu will be cooked and served in The Backyard.

Exhibition Tours // ESSSENSSSE
2025-08-02 11:00 - 12:00, 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.

Winter Truffle Hunt, Touch and Taste: The Immersion Experience
2025-08-02 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-07-26 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.

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.

Archibald Day Tour
2025-07-30 08:30 | New South Wales
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/

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Bathurst Ghost Tour
2025-07-26 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-07-26 17:30 - 19:30 | 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.

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.

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!

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!

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.
