October in the Hawkesbury - What's on
Every Sunday 10am to 4pm
Australiana Pioneer Village - Wilberforce
Take a journey into Australia's colourful past and visit the Australiana Pioneer Village in Wilberforce.
- Visit this unique NSW Heritage Listed site on 27 acres of picnic grounds situated on the Hawkesbury River at Wilberforce.
- Step back in time and wander through the village grounds.
- See the blacksmith striking his forge as he turns out assorted ironware.
- Hear bush musicians singing tunes from our colonial past.
- Visit the Damper Camp where you can enjoy a mouth watering serve of damper with cocky's joy and billy tea, or the Oxboro Inn where good family food is available.
- Visit speciality shops where unusual Australian gifts and souvenirs can be purchased.
- There's something for everyone at Australian Pioneer Village.
Open Every Sunday 10am to 4pm
Entry: Adults $5.00, Children $3.00, Family $15.00
Rose Street, Wilberforce NSW 2756
Phone: (02) 4575 1777
www.theaustralianapioneervillage.com.au
All Spring - Daily 9.30am - 5pm
Mysterious Moths & Brilliant Butterflies Adventure Quest
A self guided family adventure exploring fun facts about the local Lepidoptera. Each adventure takes 45 minutes to an hour, seeing the sights of the garden.
Cost $3.50 per child
Enquiries ph 4567 3000
Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah
Bells Line of Road
Mount Tomah NSW
October 2012 (Sunday) TBA
Ebenezer Church Spring Fair
Flower show, children's art, antique engines, plants, books, jams & pickles, stalls, cakes, sausage sizzle, white elephant and much more.
Enquiries: Rachael Turnbull 4579 0485 or Dawn Case 4575 1541
Ebenezer Church
Coromandel Rd
Ebenezer NSW 2756
October 2012 (Saturday & Sunday) TBA
Bilpin Garden Club's 51st Spring Flower Show
Cut flowers, foliage and floral arrangements will be on display. There will be many plants, arts & crafts for sale on the day.
Morning & afternoon tea as well as lunches will be available on the day.
Saturday 1pm - 5pm & Sunday 10am - 4pm
Entry fee $4 adults, free entry for children
Tickets also available for 2 open gardens (The Red House & Perfick)
For further information contact
Bilpin District Hall
Bells Line of Road
Bilpin NSW
Ph. 45731693
October 2012 (Sunday) TBA
Hawkesbury's Food, Wine & Music Raceday
* Excellent Wine stalls
* International cuisine
* FREE entertainment
* FREE parking
$10 general admission, pensioner & senior card holders free
Phone 4577 2263
Hawkesbury Race Club
Racecourse Road ,
Clarendon (opposite RAAF Base)
www.hawkesburyraceclub.com.au
October 2012 (Sunday) TBA
Vicary's Winery Craft Market
9.30am Start
Handcrafted clothes for kids & adults, toys, hats`n'things, 2nd hand goods and collections, gifts, books, arts & crafts
Thomas The Tank Engine train rides with Thomas & his friends.
Free ballons, free face painting and free wine tastings.
Have a picnic in the grounds of the Sydney regions oldest continuously operating winery.
Admission & parking free.
All stall holders welcome phone 4773 4161
Vicary's Winery
The Northern Road
Luddenham NSW
Saturdays & Sundays - October 2012
Rouseabout: a family farm tour- 11am & 1pm
Depending on weather & seasonal conditions the tour will include a variety of activities including:
Walking through the old house, Feeding the chickens & collecting an egg to take home in your own bucket, Throwing horse shoes like young farmhands use to do, Pump water for the watering cans.
Each participating child will recieve a free tin bucket to take home.
Suitable for children from 3yrs of age
Children must be accompanied by a paying adult.
General $8 Concession/Child $4
Bookings 9627 6777
Rouse Hill House & Farm
356 Annangrove Road
Rouse Hill NSW
October 2012 (Thursday) TBA
Horse Racing
Richmond Club (Charity)
Hawkesbury Race Club - Race day
Racecourse Rd
Clarendon NSW
October 2012 (Saturday) TBA
Canoe Classic
Race Information: 1300 853 541
Website : www.canoeclassic.asn.au
Challenge yourself by paddling 111km from Windsor to Brooklyn overnight. All paddlers receive a medallion for finishing.
October 2012 (Sunday) From 9am TBA
Kurrajong Scarecrow Festival
Enjoy a fantastic family fun day out in Kurrajong with plenty of entertainment for everyone.
In addition to the `Spectacle of Scarecrow' and local children's performances, local produce, food & art will be showcased.
Contact: 0488 292 908
Memorial Park
Kurrajong Village
www.kurrajong.org.au
October 2012 (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) TBA
Sydney Blues Festival in Historic Windsor
A Celebration of Australian Blues Music
Over 40 Bands in various venues including hotels, restaurants, cafes and covered outdoor areas all within walking distances of each other...
* Please note road closures will be in place.
Participating venues:
Thompsons Square Main Stage
Opposite Macquarie Arms Hotel, 99 George St, Windsor
Windsor Mall Main Stage
Geroge St, Windsor
Fitzroy Hotel
161 George St. Windsor Ph. 4577 3396
Windsor Riverview Shopping Centre
227 George St, Windsor Ph. 45772222
Trentinos Restaurant
Fitzgerald House 89 George Street Windsor Ph 45877419
Vault 146 - Restaurant and Winebar
146 George St. Windsor Ph 45878146
Hawkesbury Paddlewheeler
Windsor Bridge Wharf, Windsor Ph. 45751171
Some Great Entertainment
Book now - tickets strictly limited
Sydney Blues Festival
130 George Street
Windsor, NSW 2756
Ph: 0409 042 464
www.sydneybluesfestival.com.au
October 2012 (Saturday) TBA
Real Deal Action Rodeo
Featuring some of Australia's best cowboys & cowgirls doing battle with some of the most awesome bucking stock Australia has to offer, the rodeo will be a real hit with the family.
Canteen & bar facilities will be open.
Adults $25, children & seniors $15 & family of 4 $70 (2A &2C) with additional children $10 each.
Enquiries ph 6766 5863 or 1800 028 992.
Main Rodeo starts 6pm, slack rounds start from 4pm
Horseworld Stadium
191 Maguires Rd
Maraylya NSW 2765
Please Note:
Although we do our best to confirm all event information published, sometimes event dates and venues change at short notice. To avoid disappointment it is advisable to check event details with the phone contact provided for individual events or the Customer Service Officer at our Visitor Information Centre. Phone: 02 4578 0233
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