Australian National Field Days
- 24 - 26 October 2024
- The Australian National Field Days (ANFD) is the oldest annual agricultural exhibition in the country. Established in 1952, the ANFD continues to offer visitors a unique insight into the future of agriculture with the commitment to Advancing Australian Agriculture. …
- anfd.com.au
Banjo Paterson Australian Poetry Festival
- February
- The birthplace of the beloved Australian poet, Orange NSW and the surrounding region celebrate Banjo Paterson Australian Poetry Festival each February to coincide with his birth date on February 17, 1864.
- www.orange360.com.au
Canowindra International Balloon Challenge
- 20 - 28 April 2024
- See the magic and spectacle as a fleet of hot air balloons take to the skies each morning and late afternoon in Canowindra every April, over an eight-day period at the Canowindra International Balloon Challenge.
- www.canowindrachallenge.org.au
Newcrest Orange Challenge
- September 2024
- Organised by Bicycle Network, this event presents an exciting chance to challenge your cycling prowess across the picturesque landscapes of Orange, NSW. Choose from routes spanning 70km, 100km, or 170km, each offering a thrilling mix of pinchy climbs, rugged roads, and breathtaking scenery. Discover…
- www.bicyclenetwork.com.au
Orange Chamber Music Festival
- 7 - 10 March 2024
- The Orange Chamber Music Festival is the new Art Music event of the Central West, featuring established Australian ensembles, domestic and local artists within a variety of locations, ranging from the concert stage to cellar doors and hatted restaurants.
- www.ocmf.com.au
Orange F.O.O.D Week
- 5 - 14 April 2024
- Since its modest inception in 1991, the Orange FOOD (Food Of Orange District) Week festival has evolved into Australia's longest-standing regional food and wine festival. Spanning 10 days each April, coinciding with the local Autumn harvest and vintage season, the festival offers a vibrant array of…
- www.orangefoodweek.com.au
Orange Farmers Market
- The second Saturday of every month – 8.30am to midday.
- The Orange Farmers Market will take place the second Saturday of every month from 8.30am to midday at the Naylor Pavilion, Orange Showground, Leeds Parade throughout 2024 while the Orange Regional Conservatorium is built at Northcourt. Proudly supporting producers only from the Central West region,…
- www.orangefarmersmarket.org.au
Orange Parkrun
- Every Saturday 8am - 9am
- Parkrun is for all ages and abilities. From beginners to Olympians. Parkrun is not a race against other runners, but a free, fun, and friendly weekly 5km community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! The event takes place at Gosling Creek Reserve, Orange NSW.
- www.parkrun.com.au
Orange Running Festival
- 9 - 10 March 2024
- The festival caters for all ages and abilities, from a 2km dash for kids to a marathon along a scenic, fast, undulating course in the cool climate of Orange NSW. You’ll enjoy a welcoming country atmosphere while competing for one of the largest cash prize pools in NSW.
- www.orangerunningfestival.com.au
Orange Wine Festival
- October
- The Orange Wine Festival annually commemorates the flourishing wine and food culture, highlighting the exceptional cool-climate wines indigenous to the Orange region. Spanning the month of October, the festival offers an extensive program brimming with wine experiences that epitomize the essence of…
- www.orangewinefestival.com.au
Orange Winter Fire Festival
- August
- Inspired by the Australian cracker night bonfire tradition, the Orange Winter Fire Festival celebrates Orange's authentic country winters with bonfires, char grilled feasts, star gazing from both European and Indigenous perspectives and blazing Sunday lunches in country pubs, cafes and restaurants.
- www.orange360.com.au
