Bathurst Region Tourism

Queenie Van De Zandt – Choose Your Own Musical Theatre Adventure
2026-11-07 19:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Stand by for a showstopper! The incomparable Queenie van de Zandt, multi-award-winning musical theatre star and one of the country’s most celebrated voices, steps into the spotlight with a riotously fun and completely original celebration of all things Broadway.
In Choose Your Own MUSICAL THEATRE Adventure, Queenie throws open the stage door and invites you into her world of show-stopping, musical theatre bangers, hilarious showbiz anecdotes and Broadway inspired antics that will delight newcomers and superfans alike.
But this is no ordinary musical theatre concert. Using nothing but your smartphone you will help create a showtune extravaganza. You’ll shape, cast, and direct the night’s antics – choosing which songs are belted, which stories are spilled, and what musical mischief comes to life.
This daring diva is putting her musical fate in your hands. So, take a seat, whip out your phone and get ready to take control of how the show unfolds.

Public Choir
2026-11-03 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-10-06 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-09-01 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-08-04 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.

BMEC ON- SCREEN All My Sons National Theatre Live
2026-11-01 13:00 - 16:15 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
All My Sons by Arthur Miller, directed by Ivo Van Hove, design by Jan Versweyveld.
Bryan Cranston (Breaking Bad) and Marianne Jean-Baptiste (Hard Truths) feature in a five-star, triumphantly acclaimed new production of Arthur Miller’s classic play, from visionary director Ivo Van Hove (A View from the Bridge).
One family, the heart of the American dream. When wartime delivers profits for Joe, it comes at a price when his partner is charged with criminal manufacturing deals, and his eldest son goes missing in action. Will peacetime bring peace of mind, or will he be confronted by the consequence of his actions?
Filmed live from the West End, Paapa Essiedu (I May Destroy You), Tom Glynn-Carney (House of the Dragon), and Hayley Squires (I, Daniel Blake) also feature in this disturbingly prescient play.

Wolf
2026-10-31 19:30 - 21:00 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Clad in designer Libby McDonnell’s form-hugging costumes and set to DJ Ori Lichtik’s relentless primal rhythms, the cast of ten extraordinary Circa artists grasp, tear, climb, leap and balance with fierce abandon.
For Director Yaron Lifschitz, the wolf is a symbol of our untameable selves: liberating, anarchic and savage. In two contrasting acts, the wolves evolve from disruptive forces of chaos into a ferocious pack whose intense choreographies overflow with raw energy and astounding physicality.

Millthorpe Garden Ramble
2026-10-31 10:00 - 2026-11-01 16:00 | New South Wales
Be inspired and gather ideas from open gardens in and around the delightful historic village of Millthorpe.

In Their Own Words – Rachael Beck
2026-10-24 19:30 - 20:40 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
In Their Own Words celebrates the songs and stories of twenty trailblazing Australian women; some whom are recognised, many whom are not.
Rachael weaves verbatim words and anecdotes collected from women including Ita Buttrose, Tanya Plibersek, Marcia Langton and Carlotta, with the music of famous Australian songwriters such as Missy Higgins, Kate Miller-Heidke, Kate Ceberano, and Dami Im, to create a powerful tapestry of female strength and achievement. From artists to scientists, politicians to humanitarians, these are stories of triumph, resilience, and breakthrough – mostly never before heard on stage.
Developed with writer James Millar, directed by Miranda Middleton, In Their Own Words is a moving musical tribute to some of the extraordinary Australian women who have defined and made their mark on our culture.
With contributions from visual artists, architects, scientists, writers, songwriters, conservationists, politicians, athletes, entertainers and humanitarians, In Their Own Words celebrates the life, times and epiphanies of Australian women who have achieved incredible things… and overcome incredible trials.

ROCKARIA THE ELO EXPERIENCE
2026-10-23 19:30 - 22:00 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
ROCKARIA – THE ELO EXPERIENCE

A tribute to the unforgettable sound of Jeff Lynne’s THE ELECTRIC LIGHT ORCHESTRA.

Evil Woman, Rock and Roll is King, Don’t Bring me Down, Xanadu, Living Thing, Telephone Line, Turn to Stone and also featuring music from Jeff Lynne’s Traveling Wilburys. So many hit songs you will not want this night to finish.

The Farmy Farm
2026-10-01 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-01 11:00 - 12:00 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
The Farmy Farm has more going on than a chook in a worm farm!
Set in their favourite part of Australia, Legend Farms, join Kenny & Jenny for a day in the life of getting their jobs done with a tractor-load of circus and farming tomfoolery. It’s “The Castle” meets “Babe” with jaw-dropping acrobatics on tall towers of hay, giant juggling carrots, fair dinkum high flying farmers and loads of laughs for everyone!
Created by the team that brought you Children Are Stinky in collaboration with Stunned Mullet Circus, this show has award-winning roots. Performed by Josie Wardrope (By A Thread) and Sam Aldham (Circus Oz), you can expect big tricks and even bigger laughs. With jaw-dropping acrobatics, highflying carrots, 3-meter balancing bales of hay, and so much more.
It’s all in a day’s work for our dead set legends and all round larrikins Kenny & Jenny – they’ve been doing this for years, still, you never know if they might need you to lend a hand!

Bombshells
2026-09-27 14:00 - 15:30 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
With singing, dancing, comedy and the joys of sheer honesty, Joanna Murray-Smith’s acclaimed play Bombshells is a journey from crisis to hilarity, via the thoughts of a group of women all linked by more than just their proximity to the edge; a nervous bride-to-be, an exhausted young mother, a widow with a yearning for the unexpected, a broken-hearted cactus lover, and a feisty teenage talent-quest competitor.
Joy, drama, crisis, fear, revelation – there are times where you have to remain cool and calm on the outside. The inside, meanwhile, is a flailing monologue of personal pep talks, perish-the-thoughts and perpetual panic. Bombshells strips back the masks we wear to reveal the things that sometimes we’d just love to say out loud.

Karisha and The FunKaars
2026-09-19 19:30 - 21:00 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
Karisha and The FunKaars, a world music band hailing from Canberra, offers a unique blend of Eastern and Western musical traditions.
A live and interactive show, the band showcases a diverse range of instruments and multilingual vocals. Through their fusion music, they aim to share the richness of Indian subcontinent culture and spirituality with their audience. FunKaars, meaning ‘Artists’ फनकार in Indian language, create an exciting experience of fusing Indian classical cultural spiritual folk music based on Hindustani Indian ragas with jazz mash-ups and the flavour of Bollywood.
Karisha was raised in Mumbai, India where she received her training in Indian classical vocals. Growing up, Karisha’s musical influences ranged from Classical Indian, Folk, Bollywood, to English rock and American Jazz music. Karisha performed at various venues in Mumbai but spent most of her adult life in the USA where she won the Voice of Florida singing contest in 2008. She recorded her first single in 2014 in California.
Since her move to Australia in 2019, Karisha has released 4 new singles and continues to record new music with her band, FunKaars. The music video for one of her singles was nominated for the Canberra Short Film Festival 2024.
Lyrics in English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, Kannada, Malayalam, Gujarati, Farsi and Marwadi are translated by Karisha on stage adding to the audience’s cultural experience and insights.
Karisha & The FunKaars have been actively performing in the Canberra community since they were formed in 2023. They have headlined at many festivals and have begun touring across Australia.
To learn more about the artist, go to KarishaAndTheFunKaars.com.au.

Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show
2026-09-16 12:30 - 13:30, 2026-09-16 09:30 - 10:30 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
The return of the hit stage show! From New York’s Madison Square Garden to London’s Royal Festival Hall, Bluey’s Big Play has delighted fans across the globe – and now it returns home to Australia for an encore tour.
Bluey’s Big Play will go on sale on 13 November 2025 at 10am.

Evans Arts Council Art Show
2026-09-11 16:00 - 18:00 | New South Wales
More information coming soon . . .

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

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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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.

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.

Beatlesfest 2026
2026-08-20 00:00 - 2026-08-23 23:59 | New South Wales
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

BMEC ON-Screen The AUDIENCE National Theatre Live
2026-08-16 13:00 - 16:00 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
The Audience by Peter Morgan, directed by Stephen Daldry.
Returning to cinemas for the first time in over a decade, Helen Mirren plays Queen Elizabeth II in the Olivier and Tony Award® -winning hit production, directed by Stephen Daldry.
For 60 years, Queen Elizabeth II met with each of her 12 prime ministers in a private weekly meeting. This meeting is known as The Audience. From Winston Churchill to Margaret Thatcher and David Cameron, the Queen advised her prime ministers on matters both public and personal. Through these private audiences, we see glimpses of the woman behind the crown and witness the moments that shaped a monarch.
Peter Morgan’s Netflix phenomenon The Crown was based on this hit play that was captured live from London’s West End in 2013 and went on to become one of the most-watched NT Live productions.

All In
2026-08-15 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-08-15 13:00 - 14:30 | 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.

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.

& Juliet
2026-08-01 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-08-01 13:30 - 2026-08-02 16:00 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, 2795, Australia
There’s life after Romeo at this larger-than-life musical by the Emmy-winning writer from Schitt’s Creek and pop music’s #1 hitmaker.
& Juliet flips the script on the greatest love story ever told, imagining what would happen next if Juliet hadn’t ended it all over Romeo, and got a second chance at life and love – on her terms.
Juliet’s new story bursts to life through a playlist of pop anthems as iconic as her name, all written by Max Martin and his collaborators, including “Since U Been Gone,” “Roar,” “Baby One More Time,” “Larger Than Life,” “That’s The Way It Is,” “Can’t Stop the Feeling,” and many more.
