Jilliby school is hosting 'Artisan on Acres' during the 2025 Harvest Festival. Come along and immerse yourself in a variety of workshops or demonstratons along with a variety of good quality arts and crafts for sale. From metal forging to weaving, painting to pottery, here is something for everyone. 

Join the Tuggerah Lakes Field Archers as they help you to get hands on with this instructed archery experience.  Archery is a fun sport for all levels of fitness. Archery minimum age - 6 years old. Pre-booked sessions available (see times below) or just come to the Camp between 9am and 2pm on either day.

Cuddle, feed, and learn about adorable farm animals at a certified organic farm! Meet goats, babydoll sheep, chickens, ducks, and cows, bottle-feed babies, hunt for eggs, and discover farm life with friendly farmers. A farmtastic hands-on adventure awaits!  

Get up close with our 140 friendly alpacas at Iris Lodge Alpacas in Jilliby, Central Coast! Our Alpaca Meet & Greet is a hands-on experience perfect for families, couples, and animal lovers. Feed, cuddle, and snap unforgettable photos with our photogenic herd while learning fun alpaca facts from our knowledgeable team.

Stop by the  Horseshoe Valley Farm farmstand to sample a variety of locally produced raw honey and take home a jar or two of your favourites.

A wonder-filled day at the farm for the whole family!   Feel like you are in another world as you walk through the Tall Forest. Be creative and make something beautiful. Get your hands dirty and plant a tree. Feed treats to a horse.  Enjoy Cue & Crew burgers, live music, snacks, great coffee, demonstrations and stalls.  Book the kids tickets for unique experiences with our therapy horses. 

Celebrate the amazing platypus that inhabit Wyong river. Learn about their habitat, what they eat and how they protect themselves. Go on a waterbug hunt, watch a wildlife show and spot the local birdlife while you enjoy a walk through the stunning village of Mardi. 

Join us for a fantastic family night out with Ozimaid, the lively band that will have everyone dancing. 
Experience the joy of games and entertainment for all ages, while enjoying the delicious sausage sizzles available to purchase.

Experience the charm of Yarramalong Valley at Angel Sussurri during Harvest Festival, where sustainability meets indulgence. Savor dishes crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients and enjoy coffee made with ethically sourced organic beans.  

Come and experience what farm life is really like! Pat the cow, cuddle a chook, collect the eggs & see the pigs being fed. This is an informative and interactive 90 min tour of a chemical free and regenerative farm. The tour is suitable for all ages with fresh produce available to purchase.

Visit the new and interactive Mangrove Creek Dam Visitor Centre and take in breathtaking views of the Central Coast’s largest dam while being besotted by the beautiful flora and fauna that occupy the area. Keep the kids entertained with a live theatre performance from local company Gibber or hone your water-wise gardening skills with a free workshop on wicking beds and other water resilient gardening techniques. 

Enjoy an authentic “Farm to Plate” experience from a range of market stalls including locally grown eggs, fruit, vegetables, honey, seedlings, flowers and plants, River Mint tea and avocadoes.  Bring the whole family and join us for a high tea in the historic school cottage. Wander through our produce, bric-a-brac and book stalls.

oin us at Bambino's on the Farm for a day of pure Central Coast Hinterland bliss! BYO picnic blankets and chairs for a cozy setup amidst our scenic orchards. Ride through our citrus aisles on a tractor trailer tour, pick your own oranges, and indulge in sweet and savoury citrus-inspired treats, as well as sip on the finest coffee from our on-site café, Bambino's!

An enchanting high tea experience nestled amongst the peach trees. In celebration of the harvest theme Orchard House has curated an exquisite menu showcasing local produce from the orchard and surrounding farms. 

Enjoy a memorable long-weekend escape at The Rustic Nest Yarramalong during the 2025 Harvest Festival! Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Yarramalong Valley, the historic rural retreat offers the ultimate getaway for up to 10 guests, making it perfect for families and friends looking to immerse themselves in the festival spirit.