What’s on
1 May, 2026
WEEKEND WIRE: Highlands, Tablelands, Wollondilly and Yass – May 1 to May 3
A great collection of markets and music concerts with a smattering of theatre and some Mother's Day craft activities all form part of this week's Weekend Wire column around the regions.
SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS
FRIDAY MAY 1
Music Cafe By Night – SNEZ – folksinger/songwriter/storyteller
The second event in the Robertson CTC’s Music Café by Night concert series, is Macedonian born- folk singer SNEZ, who emigrated to Australia with her family in the 1970s and lived at Port Kembla under the shadow of the Steelworks, will perform some of her own songs about hardship, romance, work ethic, the poverty of Macedonia and more.
SNEZ released her debut album Gypsy Soul way back in 2009, and since then has travelled around Australia with guitar in hand singing in school halls, initimate house concerts, festivals, and even at refugee camps and camp fires along her way.
This year sees the release of her sixth album with another Australian tour and a debut tour of the UK.
The event runs from 7pm – 9pm, (with the cafe open from 6:30pm).
The CTC Cafe and fundraising bar will be open as usual for drinks and snacks.
Tickets for this event are $25 for adults and $20 for concessions, with children under 16 for a gold coin donation.
The Robertson CTC is located at 58 – 60 Hoddle St, Robertson.
To book and for more information, visit the Try Booking link at https://www.trybooking.com/events/1030117/sessions/6336166/sections/1894185/tickets. You can also contact the CTC on 4885 2665, email info@robertsonctc.org.au, or visit the website at https://www.robertsonctc.org.au/.
SATURDAY MAY 2
Colo Vale Village Market
It’s time once again for the monthly Colo Vale Markets, traditionally held on the first Saturday of every month from 8:30am – 1:30pm.
Held at the Colo Vale Community Hall, the markets host a variety of stalls including fresh produce, Devonshire teas, home crafts and delicious home cooked food, along with a great BBQ menu and coffee truck.
While there, also check out the historic Railway Station which is opposite the Community Hall, and is being redeveloped by Transport Heritage NSW as part of the Loop Line renewal project, extending the line down to Colo Vale.
Colo Vale Community Hall is located at 28 Railway Avenue, Colo Vale. For more information call 0494 142 788 or email stevec664@gmail.com.
SUNDAY MAY 3
Vivace Berrima – Musical Charisma
With the beautiful vocals and music from concert artist Elizabeth ‘Libby’ Cooper and accompaniment by master musician John Martin, get along to the Holy Trinity Anglican Church Hall in Berrima this Sunday for the ‘Vivace Berrima- Musical Charisma’ concert.
Ms. Cooper and Mr. Martin will perform classical music from such composers as Mozart, Rossini and Bizet, as well as slightly more ‘jazz-like’ music from composers such as Hoagy Carmichael and Jason – Robert Brown and more.
The event starts at 2:30pm.
Guests can also enjoy a glass of wine and canapes post performance.
Tickets cost $35 for adults and $20 for students. For more information and to book, call 0408 839 687, or email lyndall1906@bigpond.com.
WOLLONDILLY
FRIDAY MAY 1
2000’s DJ Night at the Welcome Inn Hotel, Thirlmere
Sing along to all the songs you grew up listening to throughout the 2000’s with a live DJ at The Welcome Inn in Thirlmere tonight from 8pm till late.
Those who are 18 plus are welcome after 10pm.
The Welcome Inn Hotel is located at 9 Oaks St, Thirlmere.
For more information on what’s on at The Welcome Inn throughout the rest of May and beyond, call them on 4681 8401, visit their Facebook page, email them at info@welcomeinnhotel.com.au, or visit the website at https://www.welcomeinnhotel.com.au/.
‘All Childish Things’ by Picton Theatre Group
Tonight sees the opening night of the Picton Theatre Group (PTG)’s new show, ‘All Childish Things,’ directed by Yasmin Stenson and Matthew Field at the Wollondilly Shire Hall.
The theatre group describes it this way:
“All Childish Things is a fast-paced, darkly comedic heist play that follows a group of lifelong friends - obsessed with Star Wars memorabilia - who decide to rob a warehouse full of rare
collectibles. What begins as a nerdy fantasy, quickly spirals into a chaotic, high-stakes operation that tests their friendship, maturity, and moral compass. “It’s ‘Ocean’s Eleven’ meets ‘Clerks,’ with lightsabers, betrayal, and a whole lot of emotional baggage.”
The show will run from 7pm – 10pm with dinner and matinee shows running every weekend through until May 16.
The Wollondilly Shire Hall is located at 52 Menangle St, Picton.
Tickets are $65 for adults (includes dinner and show) and $55 for concessions, with show only and afternoon matinee tickets $30 and $25 for concessions. To book, visit the Try Booking link at https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1497120.
SATURDAY MAY 2
Family Market at The Oaks Hotel
It’s family market time at The Oaks Hotel this Saturday from 11am – 3pm, with the perfect opportunity to grab a Mother’s Day gift for Mum for next weekend.
There will also be a variety of activities on offer throughout the day, including:
- Kids activities;
- Jumping castle;
- Miniature goat cuddling booth;
- Local market stalls;
- See players from The Oaks Tigers Rugby League Football Club;
- Raffles;
- A Tarot card reader;
- Face painting;
- Laser engraving on the spot, and so much more!
The Oaks Hotel is located at 36 John St, The Oaks.
For more information, contact the hotel on (02) 8710 3519, visit their website at https://www.theoaks-hotel.com/, or their Facebook page.
Little Hands, Big Love – A Mother’s Day Experience, The Celebration Society, Picton
A Mother’s Day crafting session for both kids and adults alike, the Little Hands, Big Love – A Mother’s Day Experience at The Celebration Society in Picton is sure to be a winner for everybody.
There will be the opportunity to make the perfect little hand-made gift for Mum with the kids using simple techniques such as painting and decoupage to make a jewellery trinket dish and a hand made card. Then Mum can also come over to their little photo booth and have a beautiful photo taken together.
The event runs from 11:30am – 12:30pm at The Celebration Society, 36 Menangle St, Picton.
Tickets are $19 for one child or $30 for two kids or more. To book, visit the Humanitix link at https://events.humanitix.com/little-hands-big-love-a-mother-s-day-keepsake-workshop/tickets.
SUNDAY MAY 3
Steam Train Rides at NSW Rail Museum, Thirlmere
In preparation for the upcoming Steamfest in two weeks time, the NSW Rail Museum at Thirlmere are hosting their usual 40-minute steam train ride to Buxton and return throughout the day, as well as access to the museum.
The NSW Rail Museum is located at 10 Barbour Rd, Thirlmere.
Tickets for adults are $35 (for steam train ride + museum), $25 for seniors and concessions, and children aged 2 – 17, $15. To purchase a ticket go to https://thnsw.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent/163140.
And to find out more information about the NSW Rail Museum visit https://www.nswrailmuseum.com.au/.
SOUTHERN TABLELANDS
FRIDAY MAY 1
Canberra and Region Heritage Festival 2026: 'In their Honour' a Century of Remembrance at Rocky Hill, Goulburn
As part of the Canberra and Region Heritage Festival for 2026, Goulburn is hosting several events including this event at the Rocky Hill War Memorial and Museum.
This exhibition explores the origins of the Rocky Hill War Memorial, built 100 years ago, as a lasting tribute to those from Goulburn and the district who served during the Great War (WWI).
Through rarely seen portraits, photographs, and objects from the Museum’s collection, many of which are on public display for the first time, it also reflects on the experiences of service personnel and those on the home front.
These stories of dedication, sacrifice, and resilience reveal the profound local impact of global conflict and its role in shaping contemporary Australia.
The Museum and Memorial Tower are open on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday & Wednesday, as well as on all Public Holidays and School Holidays.
The exhibition runs from 10am –4pm through until Sunday May 10.
The Heritage Festival also contains guided history walks around the CBD of Goulburn, a detailed tour of the Goulburn Performing Arts Centre ‘Past Lives of a Theatre, A Heritage Tour’; The Goulburn Wetlands – From Brickworks to Wetlands, a series of Self Guided Historic Walks across Goulburn from History Goulburn; Goulburn’s Historic Cemeteries Self -Guided Tours; Gallery on Track within the Historic 19th Century Railway Barracks; Goulburn’s Historic Waterworks Museum; the ‘Echoes from Scotland: A Baroque Mystery’ as well as a ‘Baroque Scottish Music Exhibition’ at Riversdale Homestead; and a Goulburn Club Historic Tour.
Entrance to the Rocky Hill Museum exhibit is free.
The Rocky Hill War Memorial Museum is located at 256 Memorial Rd, Goulburn.
For any more information contact them on 4823 4842, visit the website at https://rockyhillwarmuseum.com.au/, or email them at museums@goulburn.nsw.gov.au.
SATURDAY MAY 2
St Saviour's Community Markets
That’s right, the monthly St. Saviour’s Community Markets are on again in the hall and grounds of St Saviour’s Cathedral in the heart of Goulburn this Saturday from 9am to 1pm.
With the usual delicious gourmet BBQ and a variety of market stalls selling everything from local produce, wines, honey, candles, jams, cakes and slices, plants, antiques, bric a brac, knitwear for the whole family, and lots of jewellery including rings, necklaces and watches, your’e bound to find something for not only Mum for Mother’s Day, but for the whole family.
There are also all sorts of paintings, art works and diamond paintings, along with textiles, homemade sewn and embroidered articles on offer, too.
The St Saviours Community Markets are at 170 Bourke St, Goulburn. For more information call 0492 509 067 or email heathercox948@gmail.com.
SUNDAY MAY 3
Tarago Medieval Faire
Step into a world of knights, battles and medieval life when the Tarago Medieval Faire returns to the Tarago Showgrounds this Sunday from 9:30am – 4pm.
This one-day event promises an action-packed program for the whole family, featuring Australia’s only historical solid lance joust.
Watch as fully armoured knights charge on horseback, aiming to shatter solid pine lances in a display of skill, speed and precision.
New to the program in 2026 is the inaugural Australian Harnischfechten Championships, where armoured fighters will compete on foot using swords, spears and poleaxes to determine Australia’s first champion.
There will also be a medieval market and bar serving local beers and craft beverages.
Courtesy buses will also run from Tarago town centre throughout the day.
The Tarago Showground is located at 1894 Braidwood Rd, Tarago.
An adult general admission ticket costs $29, with a family ticket (2 adults and up to three children) for $59. Children aged 3 – 16 years are $15. Concessions or pension card holders are $12.
For more information and to book, go to the Try Booking link at https://www.trybooking.com/events/1531977/sessions/6208775/sections/2948083/tickets.
YASS
FRIDAY MAY 1
What She’s Having at Yazzbar
Canberra – based alternative-country/Americana band known for their ‘edgy, original music and sharp-edged country covers,’ and are fronted by vocalists Bridget Croft and Jenny Spear.
They will be performing their set from 7pm – 10pm tonight at Yazzbar.
For more information and to book, contact Yazzbar on 0429 221 167, email them at yazzbar.yass@gmail.com, or visit the website at https://www.yazzbar.com.au/.
SATURDAY MAY 2
Cooma Cottage Open Day & Historic Dance Delights
National Trust ran Cooma Cottage at Yass, once the home of former Australian explorer Hamilton Hume, will be hosting their Open Day this Saturday as part of the Australian Heritage Festival celebrations.
The day will run from 10am to 12 noon, and will consist of guided house tours, lively period dance performances and a delicious Devonshire Tea served in the café.
The guided house tours will share stories of the people who lived and worked at Cooma Cottage and the changes that this special place has seen over the years.
Also, be enthralled by the romance and the splendour of historic dance, brought to life by the talented Historic Dance Delights group.
Cooma Cottage is located at 756 Yass Valley Way, Yass. To find out more and to book, email the National Trust at coomacottage@nationaltrust.com.au, or visit the Eventbrite link at www.eventbrite.com.au/e/cooma-cottage-open-day-historic-dance-delights-tickets-1978810751225?aff=ebdssbdestsearch.
SUNDAY MAY 3
Honey and History at Murrumbateman
Murrumbateman business Win’s Creek Meadery will be hosting a honey – themed morning tea along with stories from local historians this Sunday from 10:30am – 11:30am.
Mead is an ancient alcoholic beverage made primarily from honey, water, and yeast, with a wide range of flavours, alcohol content, and styles.
The building that houses Win’s Creek Meadery and Bindaree Bee Supplies, the Traveller’s Rest Inn, dates as far back as 1879 and has a lot of history behind it.
Lunch at the Meadery can also be booked separately after the event if requested.
Win’s Creek Meadery is located at 18 East St, Murrumbateman.
For more information about the business or to book your place for this morning tea, call them on 0413 378 315, visit their website at https://bindaree.com.au/wins-creek-meadery/, or email honey@winscreek.com.au.
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