Blue Mountains Events & Festivals

Fri 01 Mar 2013 - Fri 31 May 2013

The Adventure Quest is an exciting summer adventure into nature. Follow the clue sheet and map to explore the garden. Find out fun facts about plants and animals as you discover the larger..

Fri 12 Apr 2013 - Sun 02 Jun 2013

The Blue Mountains Cultural Centre presents a stunning exhibition toured by Andrew Merry in the state-of-the-art Blue Mountains City Art Gallery. In this photographic series, Blue..

Fri 03 May 2013 - Sun 23 Jun 2013

The Blue Mountains Cultural Centre presents a stunning exhibition, Artexpress. A dynamic and popular exhibition featuring a selection of outstanding student artworks developed for the High..

Sat 11 May 2013 - Fri 31 May 2013

In 1813, European explorers Blaxland, Lawson and Wentworth, took 21 days to find a way to cross the Blue Mountains. To commemorate this momentous occasion 200 years later, several Blue..

Sat 11 May 2013 - Fri 31 May 2013

This is an endorsed Blue Mountains Bicentenary Crossings 2013-2015 event. As close as practical to the original route, time frame, and with similar equipment as the original crossing, the..

Sat 11 May 2013 - Sat 15 Jun 2013

This is an endorsed Blue Mountains Bicentenary Crossings 2013-2015 event. Descendant Wendy Blaxland presents a new and innovative play telling of the many different stories about the..

Sat 18 May 2013 - Sun 16 Jun 2013

A Moment in Time is an exhibition that examines the celebrated crossing of the Blue Mountains by Europeans in 1813, and the consequences of that crossing. Curated by retired professional..

Sat 25 May 2013 - Mon 27 May 2013

*** Event Cancelled for 2013 due to non-availability of train. *** Mount Victoria's Great Train Weekend is a celebration of railway history and is held annually in the last weekend of May..

Sun 26 May 2013 - Sun 26 May 2013

Celebrating the Bicentenary of the Crossing of the Blue Mountains by Blaxland, Lawson and Wentworth in 1813. There will be music, brass band, singing, dancing, great fun for kids..

Mon 27 May 2013 - Mon 27 May 2013

This is an endorsed Blue Mountains Bicentenary Crossings 2013-2015 event. For a wonderful night of Colonial history and dancing, enjoy a scrumptious dinner and music at the Manor House in..

Thu 30 May 2013 - Thu 30 May 2013

Crossing is an exciting world premier play performing the many crossings of the Blue Mountains as part of the Bicentenary celebrations over the next three years - and is coming to theatres..

Sat 01 Jun 2013 - Sun 30 Jun 2013

The Sydney Fungal Studies Group presents a colourful photographic display of the fascinating world of fungi from stinkhorns to glow in the dark rainforest fungi. This will be in..

Sat 01 Jun 2013 - Sat 31 Aug 2013

Help Fun-Gus find out about weird and wonderful fungi in the garden. From poisonous to medicinal, this quest takes you on a journey of exploration into the forgotten kingdom of fungi. The..

Sat 01 Jun 2013 - Sat 01 Jun 2013

The governor of New South Wales, Her Excellency Professor Marie Bashir AC CVO, will officiate at the opening of a NPWS walking track in the Hartley Historic Site, and the installation of a..

Sat 01 Jun 2013 - Sat 31 Aug 2013

Yulefest in the Mountains is a special time to celebrate winter in a 'Northern Hemisphere' style with a wide array of traditional Yulefest dinners and luncheons. Live entertainment..

Sun 02 Jun 2013 - Sun 02 Jun 2013

Join Fiona Lumsden in the Waratah Education Centre at Mount Tomah Botanic Garden to draw and paint fascinating fungi, mosses and lichens with other like-minded litter lovers! Explore the..

Thu 06 Jun 2013 - Thu 06 Jun 2013

Crossing is an exciting world premier play performing the many crossings of the Blue Mountains as part of the Bicentenary celebrations over the next three years. Through song and movement..

Fri 07 Jun 2013 - Mon 10 Jun 2013

bentART was established in the Blue Mountains in 2005 to celebrate works in the visual arts of Australian Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) artists. Each year over the June..

Fri 07 Jun 2013 - Sun 28 Jul 2013

Beata Geyer's site specific installations explore her ongoing interest in painting, colour and architecture. The first in the Exposé Exhibition Program series at the Blue Mountains..

Sat 08 Jun 2013 - Sat 08 Jun 2013

In recent years, Colin Day has performed on several occasions, deep underground at Jenolan Caves. Now he has teamed up with Bruce Cale, to perform hot jazz duets in the cool caves! Special..

Sun 09 Jun 2013 - Sun 09 Jun 2013

For an entertaining family day out, join in the fun and celebrate the second Annual Cameron Burke Memorial fundraiser. The event will include a large display of custom bikes, cars and hot..

Sat 15 Jun 2013 - Sat 15 Jun 2013

Enjoy a film night hosted at the World Heritage Exhibition Centre at The Blue Mountains Botanic Garden with an encore screening of the best from last year's Blue Mountains Film Festival...

Sat 15 Jun 2013 - Sun 16 Jun 2013

2013 Glow Worm Tunnel Trail Running Weekend. The weekend includes events for the whole family, all on some of the most pristine trails and in one of the most amazing National Parks in..

Sat 22 Jun 2013 - Sat 22 Jun 2013

June in Katoomba in the beautiful Blue Mountains is when one of Australia's most famous towns is taken over by local musicians, mask makers, dancers, drummers, poets, pantomime artists..

Sat 29 Jun 2013 - Sat 27 Jul 2013

Enjoy Yulefest at the Fairmont Resort in Leura. Enjoy a sumptuous buffet in Jamison's Restaurant with a selection of festive favourites! Santa will visit, and there will be buffet..

Sat 29 Jun 2013 - Sat 03 Aug 2013

A Yulefest Blue Mountains event; The Goon Show Live! Enjoy a Christmas-in-July five course dinner and show with all the trimmings at the historic Paragon in Katoomba, this live-on-stage..

Sun 30 Jun 2013 - Sun 30 Jun 2013

Enter the Woodford to Glenbrook Classic - a fun ride or run over 25 kilometres of unspoilt fire trails in the picturesque Blue Mountains. The event has been running for over a decade and..

Sat 06 Jul 2013 - Sun 07 Jul 2013

The Annual Blue Mountains Antiques and Collectables Fair will be held at the Blackheath Community Hall where interstate and country dealers will be offering a wide selection of furniture..

Sun 07 Jul 2013 - Sun 07 Jul 2013

Art-lovers are invited to visit the Blue Mountains Arts Trail. This free event features a collective of local Artists who will open their studios to the public, allowing you to explore the..

Sat 13 Jul 2013 - Sun 11 Aug 2013

Visit the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden to see this exceptional exhibition of Janet Cosh's botanical records, drawings, watercolours and specimen collections which she bequeathed to the..

Sat 13 Jul 2013 - Sat 13 Jul 2013

Enjoy a wonderful family day out at the Blue Mountains Botanic Gardens at Mount Tomah. Bring your kids along to enjoy this interactive performance as Wendy Wanderer tries to stop the..

Sun 11 Aug 2013 - Sun 11 Aug 2013

Commemorating the Battle of Long Tan, the most significant engagement by Australian Forces during the Vietnam War on 18 August 1966. Each year on the closest Sunday, Vietnam Veterans..

Sat 24 Aug 2013 - Mon 26 Aug 2013

*** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** The Blackheath Choir Festival is always held over the last weekend in August. This year 24 choirs will perform individually, between..

Fri 30 Aug 2013 - Sun 01 Sep 2013

Springwood Art Show is a community arts event showcasing over 400 works of art, including paintings, mixed media and photography. An opportunity to invest in art, decorate or expand your..

Sat 07 Sep 2013 - Sun 08 Sep 2013

Enjoy the village experience at Rydal - gardens, music, history, food. There are several private gardens in the village that are open, as well as the public parks where there are thousands..

Sat 14 Sep 2013 - Sun 22 Sep 2013

Hazelbrook Public School has organised this popular event held Saturday and Sunday over two weekends for over twenty-five years. The gardens are a testament to the hard work, imagination..

Sat 14 Sep 2013 - Sun 15 Sep 2013

This year's event sees two 60 - 80 kilometre loops comprising of some new trails and the usual easy and hard split sections catering for all levels of riding ability. Everyone is welcome..

Sat 21 Sep 2013 - Sat 21 Sep 2013

The program will feature favourites from the Gershwin Songbook, Rhapsody in Blue, the three Preludes and more. Simon has been performing for 25 years now and is yet to meet someone who..

Fri 27 Sep 2013 - Sun 29 Sep 2013

Classic Dirt is a celebration of vintage and classic dirt bikes from the 1960s, 1970s and early 1980s. There are thousands of old dirt bikes at the event and hundreds of riders. You can..

Sat 28 Sep 2013 - Sun 29 Sep 2013

The RedAss NSW/ACT Downhill State Championships will be held at Lithgow's "Pony Express" Downhill track. After a successful inaugural state round in 2012, the downhill racing circus is..

Sat 05 Oct 2013 - Sun 13 Oct 2013

Spring is a wonderful time to visit the World Heritage Listed Blue Mountains. A popular event in the upper mountains is the Leura Gardens Festival which will feature 10 gardens, each one..

Sun 06 Oct 2013 - Mon 14 Oct 2013

*** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** Be sure to put your boots on for the Blue Mountains Lithgow and Oberon Tourism Festival of Walking during October across locations..

Sun 06 Oct 2013 - Sun 06 Oct 2013

*** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** This second annual Brew Mountains Beer and Cider Festival promises to be bigger and better than ever before. Boutique Beers from around..

Sun 06 Oct 2013 - Mon 07 Oct 2013

*** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** The Relay for Life is an overnight (or any part thereof) walk where members of each team take turns in walking around a track from..

Mon 07 Oct 2013 - Mon 07 Oct 2013

*** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** The Katoomba Golf Club Family Fun Day is looking to be a new exciting event on the Blue Mountains Annual Calendar. This event will..

Fri 11 Oct 2013 - Sun 13 Oct 2013

*** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed *** The 2012 Blue Mountains Film Festival will open with a garden party at Cafe Bon Ton in Leura on Thursday. From there guests will ride on..

Sat 12 Oct 2013 - Sun 13 Oct 2013

Leura Village Fair is held in the main street of Leura Village Mall, where it comes alive with the annual celebration of spring. This event is held in conjunction with the Leura Gardens..

Sat 19 Oct 2013 - Sat 19 Oct 2013

Katoomba North Public School is currently busy organising this years environmental festival. It promises to be an exciting chance to discover useful and current sustainable living..

Sat 19 Oct 2013 - Sun 20 Oct 2013

Mayfield Garden is one of the world's largest privately owned cool climate gardens. Nestled within a 5000 acre working farm just outside Oberon in the central tablelands of NSW, Mayfield..

Sat 26 Oct 2013 - Sun 27 Oct 2013

Join the locals in the beautiful Blue Mountains for Oktoberfest. Plenty of fun for the whole family! Enjoy traditional music by German bands which is sure to get you up and dancing. Feel..