Things to do in the Regions this week (5 - 11 December)

There’s so much to see and do in the regions this week – live music, new exhibitions, tribute acts, community events and Christmas events for everyone.

Starshine brings a world-class Fleetwood Mac tribute act to Batemans Bay, with all the passion, skill and stage presence of the original band brought to life.

Braidwood and Yass celebrate Christmas in style with community celebrations featuring all sorts of fun for the family.

Learn about all this and so much more below!

Multiple Days

Batemans Bay Caravan & Outdoor Leisure Roadshow

When: 5, 6 and 7 December, 9 am to 4 pm
Where: Mackay Park, Princes Highway, Batemans Bay
Cost: Tickets from $15 to $18 | Book online.

The Batemans Bay Caravan and Outdoor Leisure Roadshow is a three-day event welcoming all, bringing together a wide range of caravans, camper trailers, hybrids, motorhomes, 4x4s and outdoor lifestyle businesses.

There will be showcases about products, services and offerings from various businesses in the industry and caravans, accessories and more to compare.

This is also a chance to chat with industry experts to figure out which products are best for your lifestyle and your goals.

Raise a Glass to Moruya’s Pubs! New Exhibition at Moruya Museum

When: 10 December, 10 am to noon
Where: Moruya Museum, 85 Campbell Street, Moruya
Cost: Entry is $5.

Pubs play an important role in Australia’s history and this new exhibition at the Moruya Museum celebrates the role they’ve played in the Eurobodalla.

In this exhibition, the town’s four remaining pubs are celebrated and the many that have fallen by the wayside are remembered. Echoes of pubs past remain in the DNA of Moruya and they still have stories to tell.

Come discover how pubs evolved through renovations and survived all that the harsh Australian landscape could throw at them, from floods to fires.

Friday

Braidwood Community Christmas Party

When: 5 December, 5 to 10 pm
Where: Ryrie Park, 170 Wallace Street, Braidwood
Cost: Free.

Celebrate the festive season this week with the Queanbeyan Council’s annual community Christmas party and carols.

This year’s celebration will have plenty of entertainment from talented locals, delicious food and wine, free family activities, Christmas carols, specialty acts and a special visitor all the way from the North Pole.

Don’t miss out on this Braidwood tradition.

Saturday

Cooma Races at the Ti Tree Racecourse

When: 6 December, 11 am
Where: Ti Tree Racecourse, Numeralla Rd, Cooma
Cost: Tickets from $10 to $20 | Children under 16 free | Buy tickets at the gate.

Head to the Ti Tree Racecourse for a day of family-friendly fun at the track with plenty of races, fashion on the field, the Wild Brumby champagne bar, bookies and TAB facilities, live music and face painting for the kids.

Whether you love cheering on your lucky horse all the way to the finish line or you just want an excuse to get dressed up, this is the event for you to blow off steam this weekend.

Dance Ed – Break Free 2025

When: 6 December, 3:30 to 7 pm
Where: Goulburn Performing Arts Centre, 163 Auburn Street, Goulburn
Cost: Tickets from $30.82 to $38.30 | Book online.

DanceEd Performing Arts presents Break Free 2025, an extravaganza of local dance talent.

The students at DanceEd have been working hard all year to hone their skills, practise their moves and refine their footwork to a fine art and this Saturday they’ll be showing off their skills in their biggest ever end of year showcase.

Kids from two to 18 will be performing, showing the love that students of all ages have for the art of dance.

Sunday

JJ Spence at the Steampacket Hotel

When: 7 December, 1 pm
Where: Steampacket Hotel, 963 Kings Highway, Nelligen
Cost: Free.

JJ Spence is a soulful performer, specialising in blues, classical, and original songs. He’s bringing his laid-back sound to the Steampacket this weekend to provide the perfect background for a Sunday afternoon.

Blending finger-style guitar with an upbeat vibe, JJ Spence creates a familiar but refreshing sound.

Live Music with Goulburn Country Music Association

When: 7 December, 1 to 4 pm
Where: Goulburn Workers – McKell Sports Lounge, 1 McKell Place, Goulburn
Cost: Free.

On the first Sunday of each month, the Goulburn Workers Club hosts four hours of non-stop live country music, along with easy-listening music and soft rock. There’s something for everyone as local performers take the stage and provide the perfect backdrop for a relaxed afternoon with a few drinks or even a trip to the dance floor, where country music fans are invited to enjoy the music to the fullest.

Starshine – Tribute To Stevie Nicks & Fleetwood Mac at Bay Pavilions

When: 7 December, 6:30 pm
Where: Bay Pavilions, 12 Vesper Street, Batemans Bay
Cost: Tickets from $50 to $66 | Book online.

Starshine is a world-class tribute to Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac, delivering the energy, stage presence and musical talent of one of the most beloved musical acts of all time.

The members of this tribute act have years of experience in replicating the sights and sounds of Fleetwood Mac and they’ve sold out shows across the country.

Fans of Fleetwood Mac and newcomers alike will find a lot to love with faithful performances of classics such as The Chain, Go Your Own Way, Gold Dust Woman, Landslide and Edge of Seventeen.

Thursday

Christmas on Comur Street

When: 11 December, 4:30 to 8:30 pm
Where: Comur Street, Yass
Cost: Free.

Yass celebrates the Christmas season this week with late-night shopping, markets, a Christmas parade down Comur Street and a special visit from Santa.

Emergency response workers and their vehicles will be decked out to celebrate the season.

The whole town will be out and about to celebrate the best time of the year, so don’t miss out.