Little Fishes at the Museum
Friday 2 October, 11am to 11.30am, Age of Fishes Museum, Canowindra.
Children will learn all about birds at this free Science Activity Day! Little Fishes will explore the importance of birds, learn to identify common species and their sounds, discover how birds fly and grow, compare bird and egg sizes, and make their own bird feeder. Entry and museum access are completely free, with no bookings required, just turn up and enjoy!
Sparkling High Tea at Stockman’s Ridge Winery
Saturday 3 October, 12pm to 4.30pm, Stockman’s Ridge Winery.
Enjoy a delicious selection of sweets, savouries, scones, tea, and a glass of award-winning Storm Sparkling set against gorgeous garden views with live music. Bookings are $60 per person (minimum two people) for 1.5-hour seating slots starting from 12pm. Please note gluten-free options are unavailable. Bookings and info: call 6365 6212 or email enquiry@stockmansridge.com.au.
Sunday Sessions at the Bowlo
Sunday 4 October, 4pm to 7pm, Canowindra Bowling Club, 64 Ryall Street
Looking for a great long-weekend outing? Head to the Canowindra Bowlo for a free afternoon of live music with crowd favourite Michael Wynne, great food, barbecue treats and family-friendly fun. Stay on for the NRL Grand Final on the big screen afterwards! Free and contact canowindramusicandeventsco@gmail.com for more information.
Molong Village Markets
Monday 5 October, 9am to 2pm, Molong Recreation Ground
The Molong Village Markets are back this October long weekend with 95 stalls, local produce, handmade goods and plenty of delicious food. Kids will love the new Kids Zone, featuring a petting zoo, bouncy castle, face painting, train rides, ice cream and snow cones. There’s something for everyone! See facebook.com/molongvillagemarkets or email molongmagsec@gmail.com to find out more.
The Eugowra Canola Cup & Family Picnic Day
Monday 5 October, from 12pm, Eugowra Showground Paceway, Noble Street.
Harness racing at its best, the day features live music, fashions on the field, pony races, dash for cash, jumping castles, horse & carriage rides, food vans, and of course the Canola Cup feature race. The Canola Cup Garden Party Marquee is available now for bookings! Located on the home straight of the track, it features catering, beer and wine, garden tables and umbrellas. Bookings via eugowraharnessracing.com.
Cumnock Community Family Fun Day
Saturday 17 October, 10am to 3pm, Cumnock Recreation Ground
Now in its fifth year, this beloved event offers a fantastic day out for the whole family with live music by Neil Gill, over 25 market and food stalls, a barbecue by the Cumnock P&C, Cobb & Co coach rides, a mechanical bull, jumping castle, inflatable obstacle course, cupcake decorating, face painting, and veterinary activities! Visitors are encouraged to follow the Animals on Bikes trail and stay overnight at the showground to make a weekend of it. For more details, visit the Cumnock Community Family Fun Day Facebook page.
Australian National Field Days
Thursday 22 October to Saturday 24 October, 8.30am to 5pm daily, 563 Borenore Road, Borenore
Bringing together agriculture, entertainment, and country lifestyle, this three-day event features around 400 exhibitors showcasing farming machinery, technology, livestock, homewares, and gardening products. Highlights include demonstrations by Muster Dogs’ Mick Hudson, heavy horses, police horses, working dogs, reptile displays, fashion parades, live music, Cobb & Co coach displays, and the Discover Cabonne Shed! Tickets from $10. Contact: 02 6362 1588, info@anfd.com.au, or visit anfd.com.au.
That Half Barbaric Twang
Saturday 7 November, from 3pm, AMUSE Theatre, Manildra.
Join us for a screening of the documentary following Australian actors Geoff Morrell and David Field, alongside acclaimed musician Tim Oxley, as their group, The Number 4 Band, tours the Central West playing music and meeting local characters. The screening will be followed by a live musical performance by the band members and a Q&A session. Support your local volunteer-run theater and enjoy a great afternoon of film and live music!
Eugowra Christmas Shopping Night
Friday 20 November, 4.30pm to 7.30pm, Broad Street, Eugowra.
Get into the festive spirit with an evening of late-night shopping, local market stalls, delicious food vendors, and live music! Bring the whole family along to support local businesses, shop for Christmas gifts, and celebrate the start of the holiday season with the community. Hosted by the Eugowra Promotion and Progress Association. Contact secretary@visiteugowra.com.au.
Canowindra Christmas Shopping Night
Friday 28 November, 5pm to 9pm, Gaskill Street, Canowindra.
Get ready for a magical evening of festive fun at the Canowindra Christmas Market! Explore local market stalls and open shops for unique Christmas gifts, enjoy delicious eats including Salt Bush Lamb, Thai, Japanese food, and burgers, plus live music throughout the night. Kids will love the face painting, jumping castle, and inflatable games. Hosted by the Canowindra Progress Association with support from Cabonne Council.
Molong Christmas Shopping Night
Friday 4 December, 5pm to 9pm, Molong CBD, Bank Street, Molong.
Come along and join in the festive cheer in the heart of Molong! Fill your Christmas stockings with goodies from local businesses and market stalls, indulge in plenty of food and drinks, and relax on the Village Green while enjoying live music and kids’ singing. There will be plenty of children’s activities, plus a special visit from Santa for family photos.
Cumnock Christmas Tree
Saturday 12 December, 4pm to 10pm, Cumnock Showgrounds, McLaughlan Street.
Celebrate the season with free gifts for children, jumping castles, and a special visit from Santa! Enjoy a delicious barbecue dinner and a fully stocked bar, then bring your camp chairs and blankets for a free outdoor movie under the stars complete with free popcorn and slushies for kids.
Manildra Christmas Party
Wednesday 16 December, 6pm to 9pm, Jack Huxley Oval, 86 Loftus Street, Manildra.
Bring the family together for a vibrant community celebration featuring live music, food vendors, jumping castles, a bungee trampoline, a mini train ride, and traditional Christmas carols! Kids will love the special visit from Santa, and the evening concludes with a spectacular fireworks display lighting up the sky.
Wednesdays
Molong Library Connect
3pm-4.30pm, weekly during school term, Molong Library, 98 Bank Street, Molong
A drop-in activity for ages 10 and up. Enjoy LEGO, puzzles, board games, and occasional crafts during the school term. No bookings are required. Contact molong@cwl.nsw.gov.au.
Thursdays
Canowindra Library Storytime
10.30am-11.30am, weekly during school term, Canowindra Library, 70 Gaskill Street, Canowindra
A program for children from birth to five years. Uses nursery rhymes, stories, action songs, and finger plays to enhance language development, pre-literacy skills, and imagination. Sessions are interactive and include home routine tips for parents. Contact 6344 1796.
Cabonne Family Day Care Playgroup – Molong
10am-12pm, fortnightly during school term, Cabonne Family Day Care, 103 Bank Street, Molong
A free community playgroup that offers indoor activities like art, craft, books, and construction, plus outdoor play with bikes and a sandpit. Parents must bring their child’s daily essentials and provide constant supervision. Contact council@cabonne.nsw.gov.au.
Molong CWA Branch.
Meet 2nd Wednesday of the month, 5.30 dinner and 6.30 meeting, Molong RSL, 22-24 Riddell Street, 1 Bank Street, Molong
Molong CWA is for women who are interested in supporting their community in many different ways. Contact us via email or facebook messenger or come along with a friend to one of our meetings.Contact molongcwa@outlook.com or search Facebook for Country Women’s Association Molong Branch.
Fridays
Canowindra Library Rhyme Time
10.15am-10.45am, weekly during school term, Canowindra Library, 70 Gaskill Street, Canowindra
A weekly for babies up to two years old. Uses nursery rhymes, action songs, finger plays, and stories in a fun, interactive format to build early pre-literacy skills, imagination, and language development. Contact 6344 1796.
Molong Library Storytime
11.15am-12pm, weekly during school term, Molong Library, 98 Bank Street, Molong
For children aged zero to six and their carers. Includes singing, reading popular children’s books, and completing easy related crafts. Bookings are essential as spaces are limited. Contact molong@cwl.nsw.gov.au.
Saturdays
Moorbel Hall Markets
First Saturday of the month (except January), 9am to 1pm, Moorbel Hall, 40 Auxiliary Street, Moorbel
Cakes and slices, jam and pickles, a range of soaps, hand sewn items as well as fresh food including sausage or rissole sandwiches, egg and bacon rolls, and more. Devonshire tea/ coffee in the hall. New stalls welcome, contact Christine on 6344 2916.
Cumnock Market
Third Saturday of the month, 9am to 12pm, Crossroads Park, Obley Street, Cumnock
Fresh cakes and biscuits, jams, chutneys and pickles, fresh produce, crafted items, local honey, plants, If it is raining, the market will be held under cover. For more information contact Pat Gilmour on 6367 7270.
Sundays
Buckinbah Park Markets
First Sunday of the month. 9am to 1pm, Buckinbah Park, Forbes Street, Yeoval
Fresh farm produce, home-made items, CDs/ DVDs/ records, crafts, bric-a-brac, potted plants, toys, books and more.
Mondays
Cabonne Family Day Care Playgroup – Canowindra
10am-12pm, fortnightly during school term, St Edward’s School Hall, Tilga Street, Canowindra
Free community playgroup features indoor and outdoor play including art, craft, books, bikes, and a sandpit. Parents must supervise their children and bring their own water and morning tea. Contact council@cabonne.nsw.gov.au.
Various days
Molong Museum & Historical Society
Open 10am to 2pm, Thursdays, Saturdays & Sundays, 18-20 Riddell Street, Molong
Molong Historical Society aims to encourage the study of Australian history and the history of Molong and surrounding districts. We continue to collect and preserve items of historical significance.