Annual events in the Blue Mountains
There's plenty to see and do in the Blue Mountains and surrounds all year round, from arts, food, wine and
music festivals to marathons and climbing events.
January
"One Van" International Festival of Puppetry explores
a wide range of puppetry forms from shadow puppetry to large scale outdoor puppets, from puppets in animation to performers
who combine theatre, puppetry and animation.
February
The Oberon Show includes two
days of cattle judging and equestrian events, yard dog trials, dog show, shearing, pavilion classes, a ute muster, puppet
shows, a snake show, tractor pull, bull ride, sideshow alley and fireworks.
First Flower and Craft Show (4782 5382) in Blackheath is an exhibition of local summer flowers, ferns, succulents
and vegetables with many types of craft and cooking.
March
Blue Mountains Music Festival is a three day festival of folk,
roots and blues music, featuring selected artists from around the world and across Australia.
Six Foot Track Marathon is a 45km race along the
Six Foot Track, a footpath stretching from Katoomba to Jenolan Caves. The race is a fundraiser for the Rural Fire Service
and the Six Foot Track Heritage Trust. It attracts more than 700 entrants.
April
Ironfest is a cultural heritage festival that celebrates
artistic and technological innovation. Held in Lithgow over the Anzac Day weekend, the festival includes art exhibitions,
stalls, live music, historical re-enactments, demonstrations, workshops, competitions and lots more!
Springwood Model Railway Exhibition has become
established as one of the premier railway modelling shows in the Sydney area, attracting exhibitors and modellers from all
over Australia. It is held at St Thomas Aquinas School.
Food with Altitude is a popular event in Blackheath
with food and wine stalls featuring local restaurants and cafes, gourmet producers and cool climate wines.
May
The Mount Victoria Village Great Train Weekend includes
activities organised for the whole weekend, like the daily 3801 Train Journey From Central Station to Mount Victoria, a model
railway exhibition at the local school, a brass band recital and market stalls.
June
The Winter Magic Festival is Katoomba's largest event
and the only time the main street is closed for the day and lined with market stalls. Everyone is encouraged to dress in
costume. There is live music throughout the day, and local performers, community groups and schools perform at various stages
about the centre of town.
The Dreaming in Woodford is a celebration of
indigenous culture through showcases in ceremony, dance, music, storytelling, theatre, comedy and art.
July
Yulefest in the Blue Mountains gives every Australian
the chance to experience a European Christmas in the middle of the year. People from all over the world visit Katoomba and
surrounding areas to indulge in seasonal fare, to roast by open fires and to enjoy the snow.
August
Springwood High School Art Show is an
exhibition of more than 1000 paintings, crafts and pottery pieces from well-known artists. All works are for sale at reasonable
prices and proceeds are used to support the school.
September
Leura Gardens Festival is an event offering
public access to nine private gardens. Starting in late September, the open days continue until mid-October. A shuttle bus
service operates between the gardens each day.
The Daffodil Fair is held in the Community
Hall in Blackheath. You'll see a vivid display of bright daffodils, spring flowers and blossoms, as well as beautiful exhibits
of floral art.
October
Songlines Festival is a literary, musical and
visual arts feast held over 3 weekends. Experience the cultural wealth of the Blue Mountains in a contemporary arts festival.
Blackheath Rhododendron Festival is
held in Blackheath from late October to mid November and is the longest running festival in NSW. The focus of the festival
are the more than 1550 bushes in full bloom at the Rhododendron Gardens.
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