There’s more than enough variety in the activities in store for the whole family this week. Photo: Flickerfest.
Easter is almost here and the regions are buzzing with excitement this week. The packed schedule features town festivals, art shows, film screenings, live music, kids’ performances, horse racing and much more.
Adaminaby’s Easter Fair is back, with storied town traditions, prizes, great food, local coffee, competitions, activities, entertainment and more.
Flickerfest comes to Goulburn, showing great short films from around the country and the globe, showcasing the best of the medium.
That’s just a taste of the smorgasbord of attractions coming up across the regions this week.
Multiple Days
Local artists will show off their talents in From the Forest. Image: Eurobodalla Regional Botanic Garden.
From the Forest: Art exhibition at the Eurobodalla Regional Botanic Garden
When: 4 April to 9 April, 9 am to 4 pm
Where: Eurobodalla Regional Botanic Garden, Deep Creek Dam Road, Batemans Bay
Cost: Free.
With more than 100 artworks from regional artists, the From the Forest exhibition shows the creativity of locals in the bay area, with many works drawing inspiration from the beautiful natural environment in the Eurobodalla.
Specifically informed by the relationship between people and the natural world, this art display explores how we relate to our environment.
Come and see some of the coast’s most beautiful vistas rendered through the eyes of the locals who know it best.
Saturday
Learn about the fascinating lives of these inquisitive, curious creatures. Photo: NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.
Narooma Seals and Whales Discovery tour
When: 4 April, 10 am and 11:30 am
Where: Bar Rock Lookout, Narooma
Cost: Tickets from $10 to $15 | Book online.
Meet with your National Parks guide at the Narooma Bar Rocks and walk along the beautiful coastline to see Australian and New Zealand fur seals as they flawlessly navigate the sea. Your guide will give you all sorts of insights and valuable knowledge about these natural wonders. Learn about how they travel so far, how they avoid sharks and predators, and how they withstand extreme temperatures. This stretch of coast is also a common place to see whales and with some luck, you may just spot them. You’ll also learn how to spot and identify different species of whales. Binoculars are recommended, as are summer-safe clothes.
Adaminaby’s Easter Fair promises to be as exciting as ever. Photo: Visit NSW.
Adaminaby Easter Fair
When: 4 April, 9 am
Where: Adaminaby town centre, 1 Denison Street, Adaminaby
Cost: Free.
The Adaminaby Easter Fair is back this year, bringing the whole community together for a free, family-friendly event with plenty of entertainment, food and activities across the day.
Visitors and locals alike will enjoy market stalls, cupcake-decorating competitions, a trout-tossing contest, dog high jump, wood auction and a visit from the Easter Bunny himself, as well as fine fare from local coffee and food vendors.
The day’s main attraction is the Wacky Quacky Duck Race, where 1600 yellow rubber ducks are purchased by visitors and released through the stormwater channel in a fun and silly spectacle. The prize for the winner is $3000, with $1500 for the duck that crosses the finish line first.
A full, action-packed race day awaits at the Moruya Jockey Club. Photo: Moruya Jockey Club.
Moruya Jockey Club Thoroughbred Racing
When: 4 April, 11 am to 5 pm
Where: Moruya Jockey Club, 100 Donnelly Dr, Moruya
Cost: Free entry.
The Moruya Jockey Club is hosting its thoroughbred race day this weekend. There will be a bar, food and coffee vans to keep punters well fed and hydrated.
Whether you want to cheer on a lucky pick or just head out and enjoy the fresh air, the Moruya Jockey Club is the place to be this Saturday.
Celebrate cinema at Flickerfest, coming to Goulburn for one night only. Image: Goulburn Performing Arts Centre.
Flickerfest — Goulburn Performing Arts Centre
When: 4 April, 7:30 pm to 9:35 pm
Where: Goulburn Performing Arts Centre, 163 Auburn Street
Cost: Tickets from $15 to $25 | Book online.
Flickerfest is Australia’s only Academy and BAFTA Award-qualifying short-film festival, screening the best of both domestic and international short films carefully selected from 3400 entries. Flickerfest begins in Bondi, with the best short films going on to tour around the country across 45 venues. What shows on Saturday is the cream of the crop — so don’t miss this opportunity to see cinematic innovation and creativity in the heart of Goulburn!
Sunday
Catch Moondog at the Steampacket Hotel. Image: Steampacket Hotel, Facebook.
Moondog live at the Steampacket Hotel
When: 5 April, noon
Where: Steampacket Hotel, 963 Kings Highway, Nelligen
Cost: Free.
Blues artist Moondog will perform on Sunday, bringing his mastery of the blues harmonica and guitar to the Steampacket Hotel. Moondog has rich vocal talent and experience performing in the American South, where blues was born.
Monday
See some of the state’s most beautiful vistas the old-fashioned way. Photo: Picnic Train.
The Picnic Train from Goulburn to Canberra
When: 6 April, 1:20 pm
Where: Goulburn Railway Station, Sloane Street, Goulburn
Cost: Ticket prices vary | Book online.
Experience the golden age of rail travel this Monday on the Picnic Train, a steam-powered locomotive transporting train enthusiasts to another era. The journey will begin at 1:20 pm, taking passengers through the scenery of the Molonglo Gorge, giving travellers a relaxed view of the countryside on a historic R766 train.
Wednesday
Imagination comes to the Moruya Library next week. Image: Eurobodalla Shire Council.
IMAGINE LIVE storytime and craft fun — Moruya Library
When: 8 April, 10:30 am to 11:30 am
Where: Moruya Library, Vulcan Street, Moruya
Cost: Free | Book online.
Step into a world where imagination knows no bounds! Based on Alison Lester’s beloved picture book Imagine, Imagine Live is a breathtaking theatrical experience that will transport your family to exciting and dreamlike landscapes.
In this innovative performance, children and adults alike will be invited to leave the ordinary behind and explore a series of magical worlds — from sailing across sparkling seas to soaring into outer space and discovering hidden treasures. With stunning visuals, captivating music and immersive storytelling, Imagine Live brings Lester’s vibrant illustrations to life in a way that will spark the imagination of everyone in the audience.
This show is suitable for children aged from three to eight and they must be accompanied by a parent or carer.
