Lifeline Giant Book Fair Castle Hill. Friday 11 October, Saturday 12 October and Sunday 13 October. 9am to 5pm. Oakhill College.
The Lifeline Castle Hill Book Fair is back from 11–13 October at Oakhill College, Castle Hill, promising to be a paradise for book lovers.
Savour the Flavour – Hawkesbury. Saturday 12 October. Richmond Park. 4pm to 9pm.
Savour the Flavour is a colourful celebration of the Hawkesbury’s food, local produce and beverages.
Visitors and locals alike will have the chance to sample and purchase delicious food, produce and beverages from local farmers and businesses. We are also inviting primary producers that surround the Hawkesbury to get involved. There will also be cooking demonstrations, a fun family workshop hosted by Council’s Arts and Culture Team, carnival rides and live entertainment to enjoy. Find out more here.
Hills Food and Wine Festival. Sunday 13 October. Bella Vista Farm. 11am to 5pm.
The Hills District annual Food and Wine Festival coming to Bella Vista Farm on Sunday 13 October. Find out more here.
Light Up Bella Vista – A Diwali Celebration. Sunday 13 October. 5pm to 8pm.
Join in Light Up Bella Vista, a vibrant celebration of Diwali, at Bella Vista Pocket Park. This event promises to bring together people from all backgrounds in a joyous evening filled with food, music, dancing, and lights.
- Electric fireworks by Guru productions
- Kids’ Diwali fashion show by Divine Sparkles
- Interactive Bollywood dance by Nikhil’s Dance Group
- Dance beats with a live set by DJ AJ
- Cultural activities including diya painting, henna art and a demonstration by an Abacus guru on the power of traditional Indian Abacus and Vedic maths
- Tantalising eats from Pocket Rocketz and Dakshin Eats food trucks
- Cultural stalls and shopping
This family-friendly event is open to all, celebrating harmony and togetherness. Whether you’re a local resident or visiting from afar, come and experience the vibrancy of Diwali. The park is conveniently located next to Bella Vista Station, the southern end of Bella Vista Station plaza – if travelling by the metro, use the southern exit. To see the full event schedule and to register click here.
Spot On Children’s Festival at Riverside Theatres.
Make memories and experience the magic of live theatre at the 2024 Spot On Children’s Festival at Riverside Theatres. Whilst most of the shows have finished for this year, you still have the chance to see Shrek: The Musical. Click here for more.
Castle Towers – Backyard Games and Craft Activities.
When: 7 Oct – 13 Oct | Sessions: 10am – 2pm | Cost: Free
School Holidays at Powerhouse Castle Hill
The Powerhouse Spring School Holidays program runs from 28 September – 13 October 2024. It provides a range of in-depth workshops and free drop-in creative experiences, including popular Creative Studio, motion capture, gaming, coding, Minecraft and artist-led workshops.
Families are invited to adventure through exhibitions at Powerhouse Castle Hill to discover the stories and histories of objects on display. Powerhouse Castle Hill is open every Saturday and Sunday from 10am–4pm. Find out more here.
Visit a local market
- Castle Hill Farmers and Fine Food Market – Saturday 12 October. 8am to 12pm. Castle Hill Showground.
- Dural Village Markets. Sunday 13 October. 9am to 2pm. Dural Country Club.
Other ideas
- Rouse Hill Town Centre – Skate City. Until Sunday 13 October.
- Galston Valley Railway Open Day. Sunday 13 October. 9.30am – 3pm.
- Powerhouse Castle Hill. Open every Saturday and Sunday in October. From 10am.
- Rouse Hill Estate open to the public. Every Sunday. 10am to 4pm.
- Go for a bush walk. Here are our favourite kid friendly bush walks in the Hills.
- Go for a bike or scooter ride. Parks in the Hills with bike and scooter paths.
Other articles that might interest you:
- Spring School Holiday Guide
- Best playgrounds for Under 5s
- Day trips from the Hills
- Parks & coffee – a mum’s perfect combination
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