Holiday weekend activities
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The Hilltops Region is a favoured destination during the October long weekend with the Boorowa Irish Woolfest a key attraction in the line-up of activities.
Boorowa Irish Woolfest
A big influx of visitors is expected to the region with the 22nd Irish Woolfest to be conducted in Boorowa from Friday September 28 to Sunday September 30. See the running of the sheep down the town’s main street, enjoy the strains of the 2018 Australia Celtic Music Awards best new talent, SugarTree. The festival celebrates the Irish heritage and rich bounty of the Boorowa Plains and there is loads of family entertainment in store…
Bribbaree Show
You’ll find show jumping and ring events, sideshow alley, poultry, sheep, wool, cooking handicrafts, children’s play area, pedal tractor farm, tug-o-war, animal nursery and more at the 92nd Bribbaree Show on Saturday. One of the best little shows on the circuit.
Jugiong Markets
Graze Riverside Markets Jugiong are being conducted this Saturday with markets stalls of regional food and drink producers and free samples and tastings of regional gourmet produce from 9am to 2pm. The Jugiong Riverside Markets will then be held the following week. Young’s regional markets are also being held on Saturday 29th.
Open Garden
Young PCYC is holding an Open Garden Fundraiser at the historic Burrangong Station on October 7 from 10am to3pm. It’s said to be the first time the station has been open to the public. Enjoy high tea, art, music, garden stalls and tranquil views. Funds raised will be used to empower young people to develop skills, character and leadership.
Harden Kite Festival
Why not fly your own kite at Harden Kite Festival on Saturday October 13 or marvel as the big kites fly? More details hardenkite@gmail.com
Other Coming Events:
Ongoing – Young Society of Artists Exhibition Scenes from An Ordinary Life – artist Wendy Hart and photographer Candice Bianchini, Burrangong Gallery, open seven days.
September 28 -September 30 – Boorowa Irish Woolfest, programs available at the visitor information centres.
September 29 – Young & Region Farmers Market 9am to 12noon. By request there’s a third market in the month. Buy fresh from producers.
September 29 – Bribbaree Show, Bribbaree village, big program of activities for your enjoyment.
October 6 – Jugiong Riverside Markets, Riverside Drive 9am to 2pm, Graze event.
October 6 – Young & Region Farmers Market, 9am to 12noon. Buy fresh from the producer.
October 7 – Burrangong Station Open Garden Day, PCYC fundraiser, 10am to 3pm.
October 19 – Harden Murrumburrah ‘s 26th Annual Festival of Art exhibition and sale, opening night 8pm. $5 entry. Thereafter open 10am to 4pm October 20/21 and 27/28.
October 20 – Wombat Public School 150th Anniversary, reunion dinner, 7pm Wombat Memorial Hall. RSVP Wombat School 63843290.
