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Sunday 25th May 2008- Bathurst Cup Race Meeting - Tyers Park Race Course
For more information visit www.goldenwest.com.au
February 2009 TBA - Sofala & District Annual Agricultural & Horticultural Show - Sofala Showgrounds
28th Feb 2008 to2nd March 2008 -Royal Bathurst Show : Bathurst Showgrounds
The Bathurst Royal Show - the largest argiculture show in regional New South Wales. Well known and popular standard attractions will be there including: ring events; showjumping; cattle; sheep; goats; alpacas; poultry; caged birds; woodchopping and chainsaws; ute show; grand parade and don't forget the bullride and fireworks. The Royal Bathurst Show events combine to offer the consummate country show experience.
Contact the Show Office on 6331 3175 at Bathurst Showground.
Autumn Heritage Festival - Various locations around the Bathurst Region
Come and visit the Bathurst Region over the Autumn Heritage Festival.
Bathurst Spring Spectacular
Some of the most spectacular gardens in Bathurst will be open to the public.
There will be twelve winning gardens from Spring Spectacular garden awards, plus a wonderful selection of guest gardens.
Carols by Candlelight - TBA
30th March, 2008 - The Annual Highland Gathering - The Scots School, Kelso
The annual Highland Gathering combines all the fun of a school fair with all things Scottish. Pipe Bands from all over NSW take part in a program of music and marching together with a competition of Highland Dancing. Add to this- great food, a variety of stalls, rides for all ages, sports events and parachute jumps. It’s not to be missed and it’s FREE entry.
Bathurst Gold Crown Carnival - 19th - 29th March 2008
The Bathurst Cold Crown Carnival is an annual event of the harness racing industry calendar, attracting owners, trainers, horses and drivers from Australia and New Zealand. This year’s carnival shall cover 10 days of racing and social activities.
Contact Peter Collier Phone 02 6331 4320 Email: contact@goldcrown.com.au
12th - 13th April 2008 - “B2B” Blayney to Bathurst Charity Participation Bicycling Event
“B2B” Blayney to Bathurst is a participation charity event run by Cycling Australia. The event covers a short track of 56km and long one of 110km with certificates and awards for all finishers.
http://www.bathurstcyclingclub.com.au
Saturday April 26th, 2008 - Bre&d in the Pavillion 2008 - Bathurst Region Eats & Drinks...
Bre&d invites you to join them for.... An evening bush dance in the Beau Brown Pavillion at Bathurst Showground will be the Bathurst Region Eats & Drinks major event for 2008. The local providores and vignerons will again display the best of the region’s freshest foods and the Farmer’s Markets stallholders will be featured heavily. Local band, The Collectors, will be entertaining - with their foot tapping music and the ambience of the historic showground pavilion. It's sure to make for another successful evening
TBA - Charles Sturt University - 19:00 pm - Ben Chifley “Light on the Hill” Address
This is an annual event that coincides with the birthday of former Prime Minister, Ben Chifley. It has attracted prominent public speakers who talk about Chifley’s immortal theme ‘The Light on the Hill’, the aspiration and rights of working class people to make a better life for themselves and their families. Info 02 6331 1555
9th - 12th October 2008Mount Panorama Racing Circuit -
Mount Panorama Racing Circuit - Supercheap Auto Bathurst V8 Supercars Round
3rd - 26th September, 2008Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre Bathurst Annual Eisteddfod.
Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre Bathurst Annual Eisteddfod. Bathurst Annual Eisteddfod. The Annual Bathurst Eisteddfod is a three week period of performances. The Grand Concert is TBA p. 6331 5806
25th, 26th Oct 2008 - Bathurst Spring SpectacularVarious Gardens in the region. 10:00 to 16:30
Various Gardens in the region. 10:00 to 16:30 Oct 2008 - TBA'THE GREAT RACE' - Thoroughbred Meeting - Tyers Park Race Course
'THE GREAT RACE' - Thoroughbred Meeting - Tyers Park Race CourseA race meeting to precede the Super Cheap Auto 1000
For more information visit www.goldenwest.com.au
Bathurst NSW Central Tablelands - the home of Mount Panorama racing circuit, and the oldest inland settlement in Australia.
Bathurst Events - Coming and Annual Events
Entertainment in Bathurst NSW
For more information on events in Bathurst, please contact the Bathurst Visitor Information Centre:
Phone: 02 6332 1444Fax: 02 6332 2333
Fax: 02 6332 2333Get set to party during race week as Bathurst Regional Council puts on a range of exciting family events.....Carrington Park Street Party
The Supercheap Auto Street Party is designed to cater for kids right through to die hard race fans, there will be something for everyone as Carrington Park comes alive with a 6-hour party ..Date TBA
Further information and videos... visit the Mount Panorama page >>>
26th January 2008 - AUSTRALIA DAY - Bicentennial Park, Lower William St, Bathurst
Council is planning an afternoon and evening filled with a wide variety of activities and entertainment in order to give the community of the Bathurst region every reason to come along and participate.
January 2008 - Bathurst City Gold Cup Race - Tyers Park Raceway
Full bar, tote, book maker & restaurant facilities track site. Music. Info 02 6331 4320
Newton's Playground - 7th March - 9th March 2008 - Mount Panorama
Mount Panorama, Bathurst is getting set to stage a next generation event and the newest youth festival in Australia Newton's Playground Mount Panorama's Gravity Fuelled Festival. This extreme sport and live music event will hit the slopes of the iconic motor racing circuit over three days.
(Only Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th March will be open to public ) ....more information/video
Friday 25th April 2008- Soldier's Saddle Race Meeting - Tyers Park Race Course
For more information visit www.goldenwest.com.au
Friday 11th April 2008 - Colour City Cup Race Meeting - Towac Park, Orange
For more information visit www.goldenwest.com.au
April 25 & 26 & 27, 2008 - Lithgow District Ironfest - Lithgow showgrounds
'An Arts festival with a Metal Edge!'
Ironfest is an annual cultural heritage festival held in Lithgow over the Anzac weekend, that celebrates artistic & technological innovation....More Info...http://www.lithgow-nsw.com/Ironfest.html
The fourth saturday of every month
Time: 08:00 to 12:00 Cost: Gold Coin Donation
Cost: Gold Coin Donation Come along and meet all the local growers and taste their healthy fresh seasonal produce.
Pet Expo 2008 - Feathers, fur & fun pet expo Sunday March 16 - 9.30am-4.00pm at TOWAC PARK RACECOURSE, Orange. Bring the family - the kids will love it. Pony rides, Animal nursery, Reptiles, Food, Face painting, jumping castles, balloon making. Displays, Exhibitors, Demonstrations, Flyball, Australian Draught Horse & much more...presented by Rotary Club or Orange Daybreak Inc. in cooperation with The RSPCA Orange, Central West WIRES, Riding for the disabled, Delta Society and with the support of the Central West Branch of the Australian Vetinarians assoc & the Orange Jockey Club & many other community groups. Contact Bruce Smith Ph 6362 8844
Orange Star Search - A Talent Quest for local Singers.
Orange Star Search will not be held in 2008 - watch for dates in 2009.
Orange Star Search is a joint fundraising activity held to raise funds for different organizations each year.
In 2008, Mount Panorama promises to be home to a huge line up of action as we once again host a range of exciting off-track activities. So get in early, start planning and make this year "The" year.....(Mount Panorama..more)
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Kowmung Music Festival - 14th - 16th March 2008 - in the Oberon high country.
The 2008 festival will be staged over a single weekend. The festival’s director, Rohan Smith, has selected a superb program for each of the three concerts. Many of the great composers will be represented, among them Beethoven, Mozart, Haydn, Brahms, Stravinsky, Strauss and Shostakovich.
“To hear music in the Australian Bush is to open one’s ears and listen with a fresh and clear awareness”
- Rohan Smith, Artistic Director
For more information please visit www.kowmung.com.au
16th March - The Easter Treasure Mix-up - Miss Traill's House & Garden, Bathurst - Adults $7, Conc; $6
Entry includes morning tea with hot cross buns, entry to the House and the pantomime. Come Dressed as your favourite character. Gates open 10am, pantomime starting at 10.30am.
16th March 2008 - Bathurst Miniature Railway - Time: 11am to 3pm. : Cost : $1.50 per ride
Train rides are available weather permitting but passengers must wear covered footwear.
FoSC - "Celebration of Motor Sport - Easter 2008 - 21st, 22nd, 23rd March
The organisers of the highly successful Shannon’s Festival of Sporting Cars series now have CAMS new event approval to hold a series of annual multi-club meetings at Mount Panorama – the Mecca of Australian motor racing – over Easter, commencing on 21st to 23rd March 2008.....more information
17th - 21st April 2008 - 20th National Model A Ford Meet - Mount Panorama
The Model A Ford Club of NSW inc.is holding a National Rally for 1928-1931 Model A Fords.
Contact 02 9484 5116
Monday 23rd June 2008- Bathurst Race Meeting - Tyers Park Race Course
For more information visit www.goldenwest.com.au
OTHER... CENTRAL TABLELANDS, CENTRAL WEST & BLUE MOUNTAINS EVENTS:
