There are plenty of exciting events across rural NSW, from equestrian events to charity runs. Photo: Visit NSW.
No matter what you’re in the mood for this week, there’s something on to keep you and your family entertained, with charity runs, live music, fireworks nights, tribute acts, races, comedy and more.
The Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow is coming to Batemans Bay, bringing a world-class line-up of comedians sure to split your sides.
The Mother’s Day Classic charity run is all about getting out and about to enjoy the weather and sunshine, all to raise a good cause and there are options for walkers and runners alike.
And the Goulburn North Public School Family Fun and Fireworks Night promises even more excitement than last year, with rides, fireworks, games, show bags and more.
All this and everything in between across the regions this week.
Saturday
A must-visit for horse people. Photo: Visit NSW.
Braidwood and District Heavy Horse Show
When: 9 May, 8 am
Where: Braidwood Showground, 6247 Kings Hwy, Braidwood
Cost: Free entry.
Head to the showgrounds for the annual Braidwood & District Heavy Horse Show. There will be a full day of exciting heavy horse competition, live judging and demonstrations from the most beautiful animals on four legs.
A great event for horse enthusiasts, there will be food and drink vendors and opportunities to meet the horses and their handlers. Don’t miss out on the Braidwood & District Heavy Horse Show, a must-attend event for equestrian enthusiasts.
Goulburn lights up the sky. Photo: Goulburn North Public School, Facebook.
Goulburn North Public School Family Fun & Fireworks Night 2026
When: 9 May, 4 pm
Where: Goulburn North Public School, 1 Union St, Goulburn
Cost: Tickets from $5 | Book online.
The Goulburn North Public School Family Fun and Fireworks Night is back this year with more excitement than ever.
This year’s show will have something for the whole family to enjoy, with amusement rides, food stalls, games to play, raffles, auctions, chocolate prize wheels, barbecues, show bags, fairy floss and more.
And of course it finishes off with fireworks to light up the night sky.
Head to the Jindabyne Gallery for a fun painting workshop with mum. Image: eventbrite.
Portraits Paint, Sip & Dip ~ Creative Fun for mothers or mothers to be!
When: 9 May, 6 pm
Where: Jindabyne Art Gallery, 5 Snowy River Avenue
Cost: Tickets vary | More information online.
Head to the Jindabyne Art Gallery for a Mother’s Day portrait painting workshop. Artists will gather together in the gallery for a relaxed painting session, where they will be free to experiment and try new things as well as benefit from a guide providing tips and advice. All painting materials are provided and you get to take your finished product home, which could very well be the perfect heartfelt Mother’s Day gift.
There will also be grazing platters and soft drinks to enjoy. The event is BYO.
Celebrate the sound of the most influential band to ever grace the stage. Image: Goulburn Performing Arts Centre.
The Beatles Anthology
When: 9 May, 7:30 to 9:45 pm
Where: Goulburn Performing Arts Centre, 163 Auburn Street
Cost: Tickets from $49 to $69 | Book online.
This two-hour show takes audiences on a trip down memory lane to relive the sound and feel of the greatest band of all time, The Beatles. The best-selling act of all time, The Beatles have their fingerprints on just about every popular musical group since the 60s and this tribute show is performing all their best hits.
Not only will this show explore the music of The Beatles but also their different eras, from their early days of matching suits and bowl haircuts to the colourful era of Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band. So come experience the sights and sounds of The Beatles.
Sunday
Get out and about for a good cause this weekend. Photo: What’s On Eurobodalla.
Mother’s Day Classic 2026
When: 10 May, 8:30 am to 1 pm
Where: Corrigan’s Beach Reserve, Beach Rd, Batehaven
Cost: Prices vary | More information online.
Celebrate Mother’s Day by raising money for breast and ovarian cancers with the Mother’s Day Classic. This great charity event has options for longer, more competitive racers as well as more relaxed walks for people who want to raise money without breaking a sweat.
There is a 6 km running option and a 4 km walking trail, offering a more leisurely stroll along the beach up to the sculpture near the Esplanade Motel and back.
Registrations are also open on the day if you don’t quite know your plans yet.
A full race day awaits at the Moruya Jockey Club. Photo: Moruya Jockey Club.
Moruya Jockey Club Thoroughbred Racing
When: 10 May, 11 am to 6 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 Sunday.
Don’t miss out on this cruisy Sunday performance. Image: Steampacket Hotel, Facebook.
Grace Newton Live at the Steampacket Hotel
When: 10 May, noon to 3 pm
Where: Steampacket Hotel, 963 Kings Highway, Nelligen
Cost: Free.
Grace Newton is a singer-songwriter from the Southern Highlands, raised in a musical family. She began her love of music at age five on the piano, eventually moving on to the flute before finding her true calling, singing.
She is bringing her country-influenced musical style to the Steampacket for a live performance, which will showcase her signature performing style of intimate audience connections and heartfelt lyrics.
Wednesday
Have a laugh this Wednesday. Photo: Batemans Bay Pavilions.
Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow at the Bay Pavilions
When: 13 May, 7:30 pm
Where: Bay Pavilions, 12 Vesper Street, Batemans Bay
Cost: Tickets from $49.95 | Book online.
The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is travelling around Australia, bringing the best laughs from the festival to the regions. There will be a great line-up of beloved comedy legends as well as newer faces making an appearance, all in one show.
The Melbourne International Comedy Festival has been travelling around the country for three decades and it’s back this year with a cast of comics, including Ben Hunter, Jack Knight, Jess Fuchs, Ting Lim and host Tom Ballard.
Don’t miss out on world-class comedy coming to Batemans Bay this week.
