Regional New South Wales hosts various festivals and events this week

Various regional events and festivals are scheduled across New South Wales during the first week of October.

In the Southern Highlands, the Horizontal Festival will take place from October 2 to 4 at Centennial Vineyards in Bowral. The three-day event features over 80 boutique producers, culinary demonstrations by celebrity chefs, and live music. Additionally, the Yours and Owls Festival is set for October 3 and 4, with activities held at Flagstaff Hill and the Wollongong CBD.

Other regional activities include the Lilac City Festival in Goulburn, which offers carnival rides, markets, and fireworks. In Batemans Bay, the Heritage Museum is hosting an exhibition titled ‘Valerie Taylor – An Underwater Life’ through October 10, while the Tuff Nutterz inflatable obstacle course is also visiting the area. Local PCYC centers are providing various school holiday programs involving sports, arts, and coding.