Events in the Shoalhaven Region
REGIONAL AUSTRALIA'S BEST FESTIVALS IN 2009
The Shoalhaven Region, located just 2 hours south of Sydney on the NSW South Coast in Australia could be the origin of the term ‘sea change’. Lifestyle is the key word in this beautiful and rugged part of the world – sun, sea, relaxation and fun.
The Shoalhaven Region is also known for some of the best and liveliest rural festivals and events in the country.
The Best Bets for your Shoalhaven Holiday
- Shoalhaven Classic Motorcycle Club Bike Show, Berry, 5 April 2009
A family day out at the Berry Bowling Club which plays host to some of the regions most historic and classic motorbikes.
- Blessing of the Fleet, Ulladulla, 11-12 April 2009
Held each year over the Easter long weekend at Ulladulla, this honoured tradition is a myriad of entertainment and activities to celebrate St Peter, the Patron Saint of the fisherman.
- Arts in the Valley, Kangaroo Valley, 1-3 May 2009
An annual three-day festival showcasing classical and contemporary music, painting, sculpture, architecture and photography.
- Scarecrow Festival, Milton, 6-7 June 2009
This festival held every June long weekend is a colourful harvest extravaganza. The small town event is full of big entertainment from craft stalls and street theatre to scarecrow competitions and pumpkin pies sales.
- Milton Settler’s Fair, Milton, 3-4 October 2009
Held every October long weekend, it is a full day of entertainment, activities and markets to celebrate the region’s rural and pioneer heritage.
- Berry Gardens Festival, Berry, 15-18 October 2009
The Berry Gardens Festival is one of the most popular events of the year where beach lovers opt for a change of scenery to witness the beauty of the Shoalhaven countryside. Seven gardens are open for display, along with art displays, sculptures and designs.
- Kangaroo Valley Folk Festival, Kangaroo Valley, 23-25 October 2009
This three-day event has an impressive program packed full of Australian and international folk singers, dancers and performers, school concerts, poets, buskers and musicians.
Coming up in 2010
- Shoalhaven Regional Food & Wine Festival, Nowra, 9 January 2010
As one of Australia’s newest wine regions, Shoalhaven is already building a reputation to rival the most popular regions like the Barossa and Hunter Valleys. Winning over 1,000 medals, it is steadily attracting more and more Australian wine lovers each year.
This biannual indoor event combines all the finest wines, beers and produce of the region with live entertainment. It is the perfect opportunity to discover what all the fuss is about.
More details on the region and its events can be found on the Visit NSW website.
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