There are a variety of unique events held in the Warrumbungle Region throughout the year. From celebrating the region's love of astronomy to hosting concerts in some of Australia's most stunning scenery, you will find everything from 150 year old horse events to bush poetry celebrations. The Warrumbungle Region really has an event for everyone.

For more information on events in the Warrumbungle Region, download a copy of our Calendar of Events or monthly What's On Calendar.

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Spring

SEPTEMBER

BARADINE CAMPDRAFT Enjoy the spectacular skill of horse and rider as they compete in campdrafting events. A great family day out with competitions for several age groups.
Held in September read more ...

OCTOBER

BINNAWAY CAMPDRAFT Held at the Binnaway Showground, this fun family event showcases skills of horse and rider. Categories include maiden, novice, ladies, junior, juvenile and open.
Held in October read more ... MENDOORAN RODEO The annual Mendooran Rodeo is an action packed event not to be missed. Watch as Australia’s top cowboys come head to head with some of the meanest bulls in the country. There is something for the whole family at this country rodeo.
Held in October read more ... DUNEDOO GARDEN TOUR Enjoy a day out touring Dunedoo’s most beautiful gardens. Other entertainment includes guest speakers, garden demonstrations, and musical entertainment. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea are available and buses are welcome. The event is held bi-annually (alternate years Coolah).
The next Dunedoo Garden Tour will be held in October 2009. read more ... ART UNLIMITED – DUNEDOO An eclectic art exhibition embracing hanging art, photography and ceramics. Attracting professional and amateur artists from across the region and around the state, there is more than $4000 worth of prizes to be won.
Held in October
For more information visit: www.artunlimitednsw.com.au  read more ... WARRUMBUNGLE FESTIVAL OF THE STARS Celebrate the Warrumbungle Region’s passion for astronomy and the arts as they celebrate the local community and the wonders of the night sky during this 10 day festival. Activities include the Coolah Spring Garden Festival, Cake Decorators Demonstration Day, 2nd Warrumbungle Arts Expo in conjunction with the Annual Warrumbungle Arts and Crafts Inc Exhibition, Art Unlimited, Science in the Pub (featuring Fred Watson), Apex Billy Cart Derby, Townlife Markets, Open Day at Siding Spring Observatory, The Bok Lecture (featuring Professor Harvey Butcher) and the Coonabarabran Cup. 
2009 Event Date: TBC read more ... WARRUMBUNGLE ARTS & CRAFT EXHIBITION AND ARTS EXPO The Warrumbungle Arts and Craft Exhibition is a wonderful reflection of the wealth of artistic talent in the region which is hotly contested especially amongst entries for the Warrumbungle Shire Award Prize.
The Warrumbunlge Arts Expo runs in conjunction with the Exhibition and is a showcase of the region's artists including demonstrations, workshops, stalls and much more!
2009 Event Date: Thursday 22nd October - Sunday 25th October read more ... TOUR DE COOLAH This bike ride will see participants ride an 18 kilometres circuit through Coolah and surrounding areas. The ride is designed for the entire family and other events include a walk around town and fun family events.
2009 Event Date: 25 October 2009 read more ... OPEN DAY AT SIDING SPRING OBSERVATORY For one day a year, Siding Spring Observatory opens its telescopes to the public for a free exclusive peak behind the scenes. You are invited to meet the astronomers and learn how they explore the Universe at Australia’s largest astronomy research facility. Make it a fun family day out and enjoy a BBQ and refreshments.
2009 Event Date: TBC read more ... COONABARABRAN CUP A spring racing carnival with a jam packed program of racing, fashion in the field, TAB, champagne and entertainment marquees, plus children's entertainment. The perfect package for a great day at the races!
On the day before the Cup, the Coonabarabran Jockey club hold a welcome BBQ and a calcutta at the Coonabarabran Bowling Club.
2009 Event Date: TBC
 
 

 
 read more ... COOLAH SPRING GARDEN FESTIVAL Held bi-annually, (alternate years Dunedoo) the festival showcases some of the finest gardens within the Coolah District. The festival also includes displays and demonstrations, stalls, local arts and crafts and guest speakers.
 The next Coolah Spring Garden Festival will be held in October 2010. read more ...

NOVEMBER

COONABARABRAN TOWNLIFE MARKETS Held on the 4th Sunday of every month, enjoying the Coonabarabran Townlife Markets is a great way to spend a Sunday morning. Sample freshly baked goodies and browse for bargains between 9am and 1pm in Dalgarno Street between the Clock Tower and Woolworths.
Next Market Date: Sunday 23 November 2008 read more ... VETERANS TOUCH FOOTY CARNIVAL A great weekend of touch footy comps and town entertainment, attracting teams from all over NSW. To enter, players must be over 30 years of age. After a great day of competitions, join the party atmosphere on Saturday night with all hotels and clubs providing live entertainment. Top division winners receive a t-shirt with a play off for a cash prize.
Held in November read more ... CROOKED MOUNTAIN CONCERT A spectacular concert held in the stunning Canyon Picnic Area. Concert goers arrive early to stake their spot, renew acquaintances, check out the food and wine stalls and then kick back to enjoy an evening of great fun.
Past artists have included Kate Ceberano in 2007 and James Reign, Felicity Urquart and Adam Rennie in 2008.
For more information on the 2009 Crooked Mountain Concert, please contact Warrumbungle National Park Visitors Centre.
2009 date: Saturday 14th November read more ...
Summer

JANUARY

FLIX IN THE STIX If kicking back and watching a movie is more your style while visiting Coonabarabran, then see what’s playing at Flix in the Stix (Coonabarabran Community Cinema). A movie is shown most Saturday nights at 7pm and Sunday afternoons at 2pm at the Dramatic Society Hall in John Street Coonabarabran (opposite the Acacia Motor Lodge). read more ...

FEBRUARY

BINNAWAY RACES Great country horse meet held at the Binnaway Racecourse. Racing starts mid morning with fashions in the field competition held later in the day. There is also a live band at the Exchange Hotel in the evening.
Held in February. read more ... COOLAH CAMPDRAFT This event showcases the great skills of horse and rider in a variety of campdraft events. Beginning on Friday night and concluding on Sunday, there are plenty of great opportunities to enjoy the skills of these talented riders and their horses.
2009 Event Date: Fri 20 - Sun 22 February read more ... MENDOORAN SHOW An Agricultural Show featuring equestrian events, sheep and cattle, shearing displays, tractor pull and novelty events, arts and crafts and fresh produce. A great family day out.
2009 Event date: 28 February read more ...
Autumn

MARCH

DUNEDOO BUSH POETRY FESTIVAL 2009 Event date: 5th March - 8th March
The Dunedoo Bush Poetry Festival is three days of Bush Poetry Competitions, Street Theatre, Puppetry, music, Market Stalls and comedy entertainment. Something for everyone of all ages! Anyone can have a go in this supportive environment so join in the fun over the weekend!
The Festival starts on Thursday night (March 5th) with a Meet and Greet at the Caravan Park. A BBQ will be available along with entertainment provided by the local Sing Australia Group. 
On Friday (March 6th) there is a bus tour of the local area with commentary from the locals. Bookings are essential. The Poetry Competition begins on Friday at the Central School hall with junior sections for primary and secondary students.  
Friday night is Yarns Telling at the Golf Club. There is a $250 prize for the best yarn not told before at the Dunedoo Festival.
The Saturday morning markets will include interesting demonstrations and with early Australian music adding atmosphere.
The Saturday competition sections include novice, classical, original and contemporary. Each section has its own prize money with $200 each for the champion male and female poet.
On Saturday night, Milton Taylor and Lennie Knight will be the guest artists along with a medley of poets.
To finish the Festival, enjoy a Poet's Breakfast and Brawl from 8am at Lions Milling Park. read more ... COONABARABRAN SHOW Experience a great country show. Be entertained by the ring events, wood chop, live bands, Davidson Cameron Sportsman Challenge, side show alley, equestrian events, Rodeo, and the fantastic fire works display on Sat night.
2009 Event Date: 13 - 14 March read more ... COOLAH JAZZ IN THE TOPS A great weekend of swinging jazz music set in the midst of the stunning Coolah Tops National Park. The main event is held in Coolah Tops National Park on the Saturday night with other events around Coolah on Friday night and Sunday. Check out www.jazzinthetops.com.au.
The next Jazz in the Tops will be held on the second weekend in March 2010.
In 2009, Rockin at the Raccource will be held on Sat 14 March. read more ... BARADINE SHOW Agricultural show featuring sheep dog trials, vintage car and engine displays, tractor demonstrations, re-cycling competitions, floral wheelbarrows, magic show, bull rides, side show alley and exhibitions including sheep, cattle, wool, horticulture and arts and crafts.
2009 Event date: 21 March read more ... BINNAWAY SHOW A classic agricultural show featuring cattle, sheep and prime lamb judging, exhibitions and judging in the pavilions including cooking, sauces, arts, crafts, photography, handicrafts, sewing, knitting, farm and garden produce. Other novelty events include a tractor pull, speed shear, vintage cars and machinery displays, side show alley and food and beverage stalls.
2009 Event date: 28 March read more ...

APRIL

SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN IN THE WARRUMBUNGLES Autumn, Winter and Spring School Holidays
Discover nature's classroom on Discovery Ranger guided walks, talks and tours in the Warrumbungle National Park. Discovery Programs operate during autumn, winter and spring school holidays. Bookings are essential for activities so contact the Warrumbungle National Park Visitors Centre .
The next Discovery Program will run in the Autumn School Holidays 2009. read more ... TOUR DE WARRUMBUNGLES BIKE RIDE Join locals and visitors for a choice of 4 rides ending in the Warrumbungle National Park for a sausage sizzle and prize draw. There are four different ride lengths to choose from so there is something for everyone!
Held in April. read more ... DUNEDOO SHOW Enjoy a great one-day country show with ring events, displays of all things rural, lots of food and lots of fun.
2009 Event Date: 4 April read more ... HARTWOOD CAMPFIRES AND COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL A weekend of easy listening country music set on the gorgeous Hartwood property. Come for the day or bring a caravan or tent and stay for a few days!
in 2009, artists include, Paul McCloud, Peter Horan, Tom Maxwell, Graig Giles, Peter Pratt, Hank Koopman, Sharon Benjamin, Vic Lanyon, Lynette Guest, Jack Pledge, Barry K, Lin Chandler, Terry Gordon and Wally the Worker.
Hartwood is located approx 160km SW of Tamworth, turn in 20kms south of Tambar Springs on Coolah Rd or 40km north of Coolah.
Held on Easter long weekend
2009 Event Date: Fri 10 - Mon 13 April
Visit www.paulmccloud.com read more ... BUNNY BAZAAR Held on Easter Saturday in the Coonabarabran CBD, Bunny Bazaar includes Easter market stalls, musical entertainment, kids entertainment and fun for the whole family.
2009 Event Date: Sat 11 April read more ...

MAY

NORTH WEST EQUESTRIAN EXPO The North-West Equestrian Expo has evolved over the past 20 years into the largest High School Equestrian Event in NSW. Over 100 schools and 500 riders compete in this four day event which challenges horse and riders alike.
For more information on things to see and do in the Warrumbungle Region, please call Coonabarabran Visitor Information Centre on 1800 242 881 or email coonavic@hwy.com.au for an information pack.
2009 Event Date: 30 May - 2 June read more ...
Winter

AUGUST

MENDOORAN TURF CLUB RACES Rain, hail or shine, the annual Mendooran Turf Club Races has been held every year for the past 150 years. Join in the picnic race fun at the oldest horse race on the Castlereagh River!
Held in August read more ...