What’s on
6 November, 2026
WEEKEND WIRE: Highlands, Tablelands, Wollondilly and Yass – November 6 to November 8
Wild West themed country fairs, model railway exhibitions, movies in the park, fruit picking and a whole heap more on this weekend across the regions.
SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 6
Moss Vale Public School – Country Fair
As mentioned in The Southern Wire’s Community section, Moss Vale Public School will be hosting their Country Fair tonight from 4pm to 7pm, with this year’s theme – Wild West.
Get ready for an afternoon packed with rides, entertainment, activities, food, stalls and plenty of Wild West fun.
From thrilling rides and classic carnival games to delicious food, local talent and treasures to take home, there will be something to keep cowboys, cowgirls and fairgoers of all ages entertained.
Just some of the rides on offer include Round Up, the Giant Slide, Wizard Flight and Tea Cups.
There will also be a Ninja Obstacle Course, PAW Patrol Combination jumping castle and TMNT Combo Castle, too.
Unlimited ride wristbands for the kids are available online via Humanitix or the Moss Vale Public School P&C (quantities are limited).
Separate tickets are also available for sideshows, food, pony rides, and showbags.
Moss Vale Public School is located at 22 Browley St, Moss Vale.
For more information and to make a donation to the school’s playground equipment fund (general fair bookings closed on October 30), visit the Humanitix link at https://events.humanitix.com/mvps-wild-west-country-fair/tickets. You can also visit the school’s P&C website at https://mossvalepublicschoolpandc.com.au.
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 7
Robertson Show Gala Evening
This Saturday night from 6:30pm at the Robertson Showgrounds, the Robertson Show Society are hosting their Gala Dinner.
Meet the amazing young women ambassadors for their show in the Young Woman program announcement.
Celebrate the town’s best farmers in the presentation of their Pasture Competition winners.
All are welcome to celebrate the village’s local show society.
Guaranteed to be a fun night for the whole community.
There will also be music and a general community celebration (BYO drinks).
Tickets are discounted for Robertson Show Society members, just enter the discount code emailed to you.
The Robertson Showground is located at 2 High St, Robertson.
For more information, contact the Show Society on 4885 1620, email them at secretary@robertsonshow.org, or visit the website at https://www.robertsonshow.org.au/.
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 8
The Southern Highlands Concert Band presents “A Special Place”
This Sunday from 2pm to 4:30pm at the Bowral Memorial Hall, the Southern Highlands Concert Band will be performing their concert entitled ‘A Special Place.’
There will be music from composers inspired by the places they love.
From Paris to the English countryside, from the plains of Africa to the majestic mountains of China’s Guanxi province, this is music that will transport listeners to a special place indeed.
Tickets are $35 for Adults, Concession $30, Students over 10yrs $20 and Child under 10 free.
The Bowral Memorial Hall is located at 16 - 24 Bendooley Street, Bowral. To book tickets, go to the Try Booking link at https://www.trybooking.com/au/event/1649278.
WOLLONDILLY
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 6
Cedar Creek Orchard - Stone Fruit Picking
Get into Peach & Nectarine picking sessions at Cedar Creek Orchard near Thirlmere this Friday at either 10:40am or 11am.
A fun day out on the farm is ensured, with a tractor ride through the orchard, picking the freshest fruit straight from the tree and making beautiful memories with family and friends along the way.
The fruit you pick on the day is priced per kilogram, and varies in price depending on the variety, fair market price, and size/quality.
Please bring your own re-useable bags to pick into.
Once you have finished picking, you will return to the shed on the tractor and pay for your produce, and Cedar Creek Orchard also have other items for sale in their shed such as their incredible Apple Juice & cider made on the farm!
Tickets for the picking sessions are only $9, and bookings are essential.
Cedar Creek Orchard is located at 269 Mulhollands Rd, Thirlmere.
To book a tour, visit the Cedar Creek website at https://cedarcreekorchard.rezdy.com/199357/pick-your-own-stone-fruit-weekday?_ga_data=e30%253D.
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 7
Picton ParkRun
Hosted every Saturday from 7:55am to 9am at the Picton Botanic Gardens, the Picton Parkrun is on again.
Join run participants every Saturday (a briefing starts 5 minutes prior).
Enjoy a fun, free, weekly, timed 5km walk, jog or run.
Open to all ages and abilities.
The event is run by volunteers.
Entry to the Botanic Gardens is via Cliffe St.
To register and have your 5km run timed, visit the website at https://www.parkrun.com.au/register/, or visit the Picton Park Run Facebook page.
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 8
BLOOM: Wollondilly Garden Expo & Plant Fair
Also at the Picton Botanic Gardens this Sunday from 8am to 2pm is the annual BLOOM: Wollondilly Garden Expo and Plant Fair.
The Expo will feature a main stage with live entertainment, informative gardening workshops and demonstrations throughout the day.
BLOOM will also welcome an array of market stalls specialising in gardening, plants and outdoor products.
BLOOM aims to bring together gardening and plant enthusiasts from the local Wollondilly Shire and surrounds, to share their passion and advice on all things gardening and environment.
The Picton Botanic Gardens at located at 13 Regreme Rd, Picton.
SOUTHERN TABLELANDS
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 6
Goulburn Uniting Church Op-Shop and Café
The Friday Café at Goulburn Uniting Church has been an important point of connection for members of the community over many years.
By providing a simple meal at a highly affordable price, the Café has created a space for members of the community to meet, connect, overcome isolation, and make new friends.
Likewise, their Op-shop is a great attraction for bargain-hunters in search of clothing, linen, kitchenware, and books.
The Op-Shop and Café is held every Friday from 11.30am – 2.00pm at the Wesley Centre, 43 Goldsmith Street, Goulburn. For more information contact 0422 574 741 or email crookwelluniting@gmail.com, or alternatively visit the Goulburn Uniting Church Facebook page.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7
Pictures and Popcorn in the Park
Goulburn’s Belmore Park in the centre of the CBD will come alive for Pictures and Popcorn in the Park - a free day of movies, food and family fun.
The big screen comes to life with four films across the afternoon and evening, with Monsters Inc. kicking things off at 1pm, followed by Cars at 3pm, The Karate Kid at 5pm and 10 Things I Hate About You at 7pm.
Eat Street will be available serving a range of food options, and the younger moviegoers amongst the crowd can enjoy the Kids Zone, featuring face painting, a jumping castle, gaming van, lawn games and an art activity.
A wristband provides unlimited access to selected Kids Zone activities, with free activities also available.
Colourful bean bags will also be available on a first-come, first-served basis, or bring along your own picnic setup and find a spot to enjoy the atmosphere.
Belmore Park is located at 173 Auburn St, Goulburn.
The event is being hosted by Goulburn Mulwaree Council, and for more information contact them on 4823 4492, or email info@goulburnaustralia.com.au.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8
Marulan Cars and Coffee (MaD)
Held every second Sunday bi-monthly, the Marulan Cars and Coffee (MaD) event is on again on the village’s main street, George St, this Sunday from 9am to 11am.
Everyone and their cars are welcome to come along for a coffee, a chat and to look on in admiration of everyone’s ‘pride and joy’.
For more information call 0412 321 001, visit the Marulan Cars and Coffee Facebook page, or email marulananddistrictcarclub@outlook.com.
YASS
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 6
The Paper Trail Club with Whistle and Page
The Paper Trail Club is a very casual monthly creative catch-up for people who own too many notebooks, keep paper scraps ‘just in case’, and feel spiritually connected to Officeworks. Come solo. Bring a friend. Bring your stationery.
Think analogue hobbies that involve things such as journals, knitting, sketchbooks, fountain pens, collage scraps, sewing projects, postcards, stickers, watercolours, zines and the notebook you bought during a deeply convincing ‘this will fix my life’ moment.
Bring whatever creative thing currently has your attention.
The event is held from 10am to 12 noon at Whistle and Page, located at 47 Rose St, Murrumbateman.
For more information contact them on 0403 846 477, email them at contactus@whistleandpage.com, or visit the website at https://www.whistleandpage.com/workshops-events/p/the-paper-trail-club.
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 7
Bowning Train Show Weekend
Get ready for a weekend dedicated to the world of miniatures!
A family fun weekend with model layouts and a trade stall, this one isn’t one to miss so be sure you get yourself down to Bowning Community Hall on 3 Short St to ensure you don’t miss out on all the action!
Bowning is located 12kms north west of Yass, just off the Hume Highway and also on the Southern Railway to Melbourne.
The event will run all day from 9am until 5pm. For more information email bowninghall@yahoo.com.
Family Fun Day – Yass
Join the Yass Valley branch of Can Assist and the Yass Antique Farm Machinery Club at another great day at local property ‘Cliftonwood’ on Irvine Drive, opposite the Yass Cemetery.
There will be a Tug-o-war team, have the kids enter the colouring competition and dig out those old coins to help us gather the Mayor’s weight in silver and gold!
The event runs from 9am to 3pm.
‘Cliftonwood’ is located at 41 Irvine Drive, Yass. For more information contact 1300 226 277, email yass@canassist.org.au, or visit https://canassist.org.au/branches/yass-valley/.
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 8
Gundaroo Community Festival
The Gundaroo Community Festival will be hosted at the Scout Hall in Gundaroo Park this Sunday from 11am until 4pm, featuring artworks by under-18 artists.
Also meet community organizations like the Gundaroo Soldiers Memorial Hall, the Gundaroo Film Society, Gundaroo Common, Historical Society, RFS, Scouts, and Men’s Shed (who will be hosting a sausage sizzle).
Local options also include coffee vans and sweet treats.
Gundaroo Scout Park is located at 70 Cork St, Gundaroo (approximately 50kms south west of Yass). For more information call 02 6226 2557, email festival@gundaroo.org, or visit the Gundaroo Community website at https://gundaroo.org/.
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