There’s a lot of fun and excitement across the regions this week. Photo: Visit NSW.
The regions are busy this week, with race days, multicultural events, town shows, bullriding events, markets, live music and so much more.
The Queanbeyan Multicultural Festival has plenty of dancing, music and performances to check out, along with more than 30 food stalls, giving locals the chance to enjoy the various cultures that call Queanbeyan home.
Batlow celebrates its annual agricultural show, with plenty of family-friendly activities, competitions, kids’ events, equestrian events and plenty in between.
There’s also a whole lot of live music, from Motown tunes to orchestral performances of Bach and cruisy afternoon pub sessions of cruisy acoustic sounds.
Read on for all the best attractions in our weekly guide.
Friday
Hit the turf club for a full afternoon of great racing. Photo: Visit NSW.
Tradies Race Day at the Sapphire Coast Turf Club
When: 27 March, 12:30 pm
Where: Sapphire Coast Turf Club, 1695 Sapphire Coast Drive, Kalaru
Cost: Tickets at the gate are $15.
Don’t miss out on the Tradies Race Day at the Sapphire Coast Turf Club, which is promising a full afternoon of racing excellence, as well as human wheelbarrow races, bars, TAB, food vans and a kiosk.
Come enjoy a classic day of country racing and family-friendly fun.
Saturday
Batlow’s annual show enjoys its 102nd year. Photo: Batlow Show Facebook.
Batlow Show
When: 28 March, gates open at 9 am
Where: Batlow Showground, Park Ave, Batlow
Cost: Entry from $1 to $5.
Batlow’s annual show is in its 102nd year and it’s celebrating community and regional life with plenty of classic ag show events across the day.
From 9 am to 6 pm, there will be a lot to get up to. Look forward to a scarecrow making competition, laser-gun battles, soft point archery, a petting zoo, a basketball shooting competition, as well as equestrian events, fruit judging, kids’ classes, art, flowers, poultry judging, knitting, handicrafts and more.
Come get some locally grown produce at the Murrumbateman Village Market. Photo: Visit NSW.
Murrumbateman Village Market
When: 28 March, 9 am to 1 pm
Where: Murrumbateman Village Market, Murrumbateman
Cost: Free entry.
The Murrumbateman Village Market is a great opportunity to stock the pantry with some locally grown produce, veggies or pick up some handmade crafts, pottery and more.
There will be heaps of bread, cakes, pastries, jams, honey, sauces, chillies, olives, olive oil, meats, locally made wine and more.
If you want to pick up some great locally produced goods or pick up a present, this is a great way to do it while soaking up the community atmosphere.
Come see all of the cultures on display at the Queanbeyan Multicultural Festival. Photo: Queanbeyan Palerang Regional Council.
Queanbeyan Multicultural Festival
When: 28 March, 10 am to 4 pm
Where: Queanbeyan Park, 1 Lowe Street, Queanbeyan
Cost: Free entry.
Head to Queanbeyan Park for the town’s celebrated Multicultural Festival, bringing dance, food and culture to the forefront with more than six hours of performances from the various peoples that call the region home.
There will also be more than 30 food stalls giving visitors the chance to try some new and exciting foods or enjoy some old classics. There will also be a jumping castle, a library van and free dedicated parking to make it easier for visitors to enjoy the fun.
Don’t miss out on Queanbeyan’s celebration of diversity and culture this weekend.
World-class bull-riding excitement at the Yass Showgrounds. Image: Ticketebo.
Bucking Bulls Australia Yass Classic
When: 28 March, 5 to 9 pm
Where: Yass Showgrounds, 16 Grand Junction Rd, Yass
Cost: Tickets from $10 to $25 | Book online.
Bucking Bulls is back this weekend, bringing a full night of exciting bull riding and entertainment, showing off the raw power of a raging bull and the skill it takes to enter the ring with one.
Each time a rider hops on a bull, the crowd will surge with excitement as world-class performers try their best to put on a good show. This family-friendly event is a major fixture in Yass’s calendar, with loads of atmosphere, western and lifestyle vendors selling gear, clothing and merchandise, as well as plenty of food vendors making sure patrons don’t go hungry.
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or this is literally your first rodeo, there’s no reason not to head down to the showgrounds and enjoy a full night of entertainment unlike anything else.
Come to the Steampacket for live music and great vibes. Image: The Steampacket, Facebook.
Mick McGrath at the Steampacket
When: 28 March, 6 pm
Where: Steampacket Hotel, 963 Kings Highway, Nelligen
Cost: Free.
Local artist Mick McGrath comes to the Steampacket Hotel this weekend for the venue’s weekly live music showcase. The popular guitarist has supported some of Australia’s biggest acts, such as Thirsty Merc, and this Saturday is delivering an unmissable solo show featuring covers from Alice in Chains, Pearl Jam, Ed Sheeran and many others.
Motown comes to GPAC. Image: Goulburn Performing Arts Centre.
Dancing in the Shadows of Motown – Goulburn Performing Arts Centre
When: 28 March, 7:30 to 9:40 pm
Where: Goulburn Performing Arts Centre, 163 Auburn Street, Goulburn
Cost: Tickets from $38 | Book online.
Dancing in the Shadows of Motown faithfully recreates the music of a bygone era with a 10-piece band of internationally acclaimed artists recreating the live performances of artists such as The Temptations, The Supremes, Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops, Fontella Bass, The Jackson Five, Smokey Robinson, the Vandellas and Marvin Gaye.
This show will present a whole lot of iconic hits, including Reach Out, Stop In The Name Of Love, Ain’t Too Proud To Beg, Heatwave, Get Ready, I Heard It Through the Grapevine, Dancing in The Streets, Uptight, Signed Sealed Delivered, You Can’t Hurry Love, Ain’t No Mountain High Enough and many more.
Sunday
Enjoy the music of Bach from talented locals. Photo: Trybooking.
Bach Akademie Australia
When: 29 March, 2:30 to 4 pm
Where: Wolumla Memorial Hall, Corner Bega Street and Candelo-Wolumla Road, Wolumla
Cost: Tickets are $35 | Book online.
Bach Akademie Australia was founded in 2016 to tell the musical story of Johann Bach and captures the richness and beauty of his sound through faithful performances.
This performance at the Wolumla Memorial Hall is presented by a group of dynamic and well-trained musicians, including instrumentalists and singers, who will be sharing their love of Bach with the public.
Whether you love classical music or you want to dip your toe into the world of Bach, this is a great way to get started.
