What’s on
22 May, 2026
WEEKEND WIRE: Highlands, Tablelands, Wollondilly and Yass – May 22 to May 24
What's on this weekend across the four regions? Well, here's your chance to find out with the Weekend Wire.
SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS
FRIDAY MAY 22
Friday Karaoke at Sutton Forest Inn
Traditionally held on the fourth Friday night of every month, Friday Karaoke is a popular event at the Sutton Forest Inn from 8pm – 11pm.
There’s also an opportunity to win a meat tray and the badge draw, as well as the opportunity to ‘wow’ the crowd with your impressive vocal skills.
The Sutton Forest Inn is located at 7390 Illawarra Highway, Sutton Forest. Contact them on 4869 1697, email them at hello@suttonforestinn.com.au, visit their website at https://www.suttonforestinn.com.au/ or their Facebook page for any more information.
SATURDAY MAY 23
Family Movie Day, Highlands Sports Centre Braemar
The Highlands Sports Centre at Braemar will be hosting a free family movie day at their headquarters in Pikkat Drive, Braemar this Saturday from 1pm.
Included as part of the day are activities such as:
• Kids activities and games;
• Family movie screening on their giant indoor projection wall;
• A sausage sizzle;
• Popcorn;
• A chance to meet local families from the community;
• Visit the Highlands Sports Centre facility and see what Highlands Sports Centre is all about.
Make sure to bring pillows, blankets, and comfortable clothes to watch the movie in.
Limited space available.
The Highlands Sports Centre is located at 12/1 Pikkat Drive, Braemar.
For more information visit their Facebook page or contact them on 0413 914 062, or email them at admin@highlandssportscentre.com.
SUNDAY MAY 24
Mittagong Lions Junior Appreciation Day
This Sunday, the Mittagong Lions Rugby League Football Club (MRLFC) will celebrate their Junior Appreciation Day at Bob Hall Sportsground.
Join them for Round 6 of the Premiership competition as all three of the male teams take on The Oaks Tigers starting with the Under 18's team at 12pm, Reserve Grade at 1:30pm and First Grade at 3pm.
The club is also inviting all Mittagong Lions Junior Rugby League Football Club parents to join them for free when accompanied by a Mittagong Junior player in their footy gear.
They will also have $5 State of Origin Doubles on sale at the @wattlecourt_southernhighlands bar, as well as Lions Long Lunch tickets and you may find a celebrity cooking steaks on the BBQ, too.
There will also be facepainting and a colouring-in competition, as well as a meat raffle sponsored by @williamsqualitymeats.
The club is also urging fans to wear their best green and gold to make a sea of Mittagong supporters for their photographer in residence.
Gates open from 10:30am.
The Bob Hall Sportsground is located at 1A Hawkins Lane/Old Hume Highway, Mittagong (adjacent to the Highlands Golf Club).
WOLLONDILLY
SATURDAY MAY 23
In Her Shoes - Pre-Loved Fashion Market, Camden AH & I Showground Hall
Held on Saturday and Sunday at the Camden Showground Hall, the In Her Shoes – Pre Loved Fashion Market is on again.
There’s plenty of men’s, women’s and children’s pre-loved fashion and accessories on sale.
Entry is free for customers and there is also a coffee van on site for those who need their caffeine fix.
The market will be held from 9am – 2pm over both days at the Camden AH&I Hall, 193-195 Argyle St, Camden.
If you would like to be a vendor or find out more information, please email inhershoesmarket@gmail.com.
SUNDAY MAY 24
Picton Poultry Club Annual Show
The inaugural Picton Poultry Club Annual Show starts this Sunday at the Picton Showgrounds in Menangle St.
Judges Caleb Thomas and Emily McKay will judge the finest categories of poultry the Picton and Wollondilly area has to offer.
The top prize for senior exhibitors is for Champion Bird Of Show: $200 + Bag Of Feed + Trophy + Sash; and Reserve Champion Bird of Show recieves $50 + Feed or a Voucher + Sash.
Junior exhibitors top prize is Champion Junior: $30 + Bag of Feed + Trophy + Sash; and Reserve Champion Junior: $10 + Bag of Feed + Sash+ Medallion.
There will also be many other categories judged with medallions awarded for those categories.
Note: All exhibits must be penned by 7:00 am - 8:30am on Sunday morning .
- Exhibits can be unpenned at 3:00pm unless otherwise stipulated accompanied by a steward.
- Juniors must pen their own exhibits, and they can be assisted by a guardian.
- All leg rings must be removed before penning.
- Exhibitor Entry Fee: $2.50 Member Entry Fee: $2.00 Junior Entry Fee: $1.50 Junior Member Fee: $1.00.
A detailed show schedule can be found on the Picton Poultry Inc. Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/497385920007264.
And for more information or to enter for the 2027 show (entries for this year closed yesterday), email the society at pictonpoultryclub@gmail.com.
The Picton Showgrounds are located at 151 – 155 Menangle St, Picton.
SOUTHERN TABLELANDS
FRIDAY MAY 22
Goulburn Brewery Mill & Mill Bar Launch
Tonight from 5pm the Goulburn Brewery is celebrating the official opening of their Mill Bar – their new indoor bar space, and the latest addition to the historic Brewery site. From 5pm the first 50 schooners are free (limit of one per person), plus there will also be live music from local acoustic duo Grace and Austin from 6pm – 9pm.
The Goulburn Brewery is located at 23 Bungonia Rd, Goulburn.
For more information, contact them on 4821 6000, email them at enquiries@goulburnbrewery.com, visit the website at https://goulburnbrewery.com/, or their Facebook page.
SATURDAY MAY 23
Marulan Book Exchange
Held twice monthly from 10am – 1pm, the Marulan Book Exchange is usually held at the St Stephen’s Church site in George St.
It’s one of the few book exchanges that are left in New South Wales, and readers can bring their books and swap for some new titles.
St Stephen’s Uniting Church Marulan is located at 93 George St, Marulan. For any more information, contact 0409 244 574 or email 34greenhills@gmail.com.
SUNDAY MAY 24
Sunday Sessions at the Goulburn Club
Held from 1pm – 5pm on Sundays every week at the Goulburn Club, the Sunday Sessions is an opportunity for musicians to bring their instruments or budding local singer-songwriters to bring their finest vocal skills to perform in front of a group sharing like-minded interests.
It can be anything from songs and tunes to stories and even poetry.
The group also focuses on traditional folk songs, Australian and Celtic songs and Americana songs.
Everyone is welcome to join in or listen, with song sheets available online or people can lead and introduce new songs or tunes.
The Goulburn Club is located at 19 Market St, Goulburn (next door to the Goulburn Soldiers Club). For more information contact them on 0407 240 635 or email music@goulburnclub.com.au. You can also visit the Goulburn Club website at https://goulburnclub.com.au/.
YASS
SATURDAY MAY 23
Murrumbateman Village Markets
Held on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month, the Murrumbateman Village Markets are on again this Saturday from 9am – 1pm.
Support local growers and makers of food, produce, and hand made gifts and much more.
Entry is free along with the parking, and there’s also lots of free samples to try at the stalls as well as activities for the kids.
The Murrumbateman Village Markets are held on the Murrumbateman Recreation Grounds, 13 East St, Murrumbateman. For more information, check out their website at https://www.mvmarket.com/, their Facebook page, or email them at info@mvmarket.com.
Wedding Open Day at Petrichor Farm, Gundaroo
A chance to experience Petrichor Farm, in your own time, join the crew from wedding venue Petrichor Farm at Gundaroo this Saturday from 12–4pm for their Open Day — a relaxed, field-day style afternoon designed to help you imagine your wedding there.
Explore the property at your own pace, or take part in a guided tour, and make time to connect with their curated group of wedding creatives.
Vendors attending will include Canberra wedding photographer Mick Southam, musician Nick Rigby, Canberra makeup artist and curated planner Jacqui Scott, and more. To attend, please register via the link on their website at https://www.petrichorfarm.com.au/, and click on the link to fill in the form, which is at the top of the page and takes you to the following link: https://646853.17hats.com/p#/lcf/fdcctrxgxgtvhprtnrgfttdskdfkkrrt.
SUNDAY MAY 24
Life Drawing with Penelope Carlisle
The amazing Penny Carlisle, artist and owner of Yazzbar alongside her partner Harvey Walsh, will be guiding an incredible life drawing class at Yazzbar at 1pm this Sunday.
The cost of the event is $55, with wine and cheese provided as well as charcoal, paper and boards.
Yazzbar is located at 81 Comur St, Yass.
For more information and to book, contact Ms. Carlisle on 0409 759 600.
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