Ettalong’s Coast 175 serves Mediterranean flashbacks with its white washed walls and old ship’s wheel, along with lots of vegan and gluten free options among the fresh daily specials.

Imagine a mix of netball, water polo, hockey, soccer and stand up paddle boarding and you’ve got SUP Ball. Join the crew at Bombora Ettalong Beach SUP for SUP ball fun or opt for a SUP yoga class or SUP tour.

Soak up the panoramic beachfront views through floor to ceiling windows at Box on the Water. Dine on modern Australian dishes and discover their Australian craft gin G&T menu along with a fun selection of spritzers.

Indulge in an afternoon of luxurious pampering at Bells Day Spa. This boutique spa at Bells of Killcare offers heavenly rituals to relax and restore using Australian owned iKOU spa products.

Back on Ettalong Beach, Bar Toto is all about old-world charm, quality cocktails and delectable bites. Here the cocktail list is long with four types of espresso martinis alone, and you can share antipasti and cicchetti dishes as you sip. 

Raise the first glass of the weekend over a bottomless Pink Gin Fizz brunch, or opt for fresh juices and healthy start bowls at Maccoa. Light and bright inside this restaurant also comes with 180-degree views over Terrigal Lagoon.

Embrace the modern bohemian vibes at Bohemian Traders. This Erina Heights label mixes classic and fashion forward pieces and works with suppliers to provide ethical conditions for workers too.

Book ahead for High Tea in the conservancy at Kew Dining, where the English born chef and owners have named their Erina Heights space after Kew Gardens in London. Expect fluffy scones, savouries, sweet treats and sparkling wine.

See who has the best eye for detail at a male life drawing class as a 'Fireman' greets the bride to be before taking a pose!  At Men on Fire in Avoca the hen’s party option will bring lots of laughs and some very creative sketches.

Sip Cherry Bomb Mai Tais, Lemon Myrtle Mules and other delicious cocktails as you watch the sun go down at Avoca Beach House. Then when it’s time to dine share seafood platters and tapas bites just a few sandy steps from the beach.

Spend the morning strolling around the quirky Milk Factory buildings. Originally built as the Wyong Butter Factory in 1907 by a co-operative of 56 farmers who put their money together to construct a factory for making butter, selling it to Sydney and sharing the profits. The Wyong Milk Factory as it is known today, has been transformed into a bustling hub of small business although the heritage of this unique factory is still very much present. 

Follow the long winding road past the wetlands to the Pioneer Dairy and farm buildings which were established in 1897.  The old Dairy Cottage is one of the oldest homesteads in Wyong. Constructed of vertical boards and batten slabs, the cottage was beautifully renovated in 2009. The grounds of the dairy are a fascinating place to explore and if you're lucky you may even spot the resident black-neck stork in the dairy swamp.

Enjoy a coffee and browse the local vendor stores while taking a moment to admire this building. Built in 1901 in the heart of Wyong, the Chapman Building was operated by John Chapman, a leading pioneer in the local dairy industry but was also a prominent merchant. In its day The Chapman's Store was the largest retail business between Sydney and Newcastle trading in food, hardware and clothing. Today it houses boutique shops, cafes and markets. 

The Savoy was built in 1956 and was the Central Coast's biggest movie theatre, having the first and only CinemaScope Screen. The post World War 2 entertainment complex, closed as a cinema in 1976, with the mezzanine and projection room laying unused for decades. Now it has been reopened as a diner and cocktail lounge with its heritage decor still proudly in place. Sip on a cocktail and imagine watching your fav old skool classic movie here.

Finish your day with a gentle 2km walk through the bush in Brisbane Water National Park. Jump over stepping stones, go past creeks and encounter scenic waterfalls. Look at the colourful fauna and keep an eye out for rock wallabies as you make your way to look at ancient Aboriginal rock carvings. Take only memories, leave only footprints.

Start your day connecting to this beautiful Country on a guided walking tour. Bouddi National Park offers stunning landscapes and ocean views. See ancient Aboriginal sites, rock carvings, learn about bush food, medicines, spirituality, totems and fire stick farming. Hear ancient Stories that will provide valuable insight into the oldest living culture on earth.

Between 1836-1840, convicts built this stone cottage and the famous Australian author and bush poet, Henry Kendall lived here from 1873 to 1874. Set on two and half acres, the grounds have outhouses containing ancient farming machinery and when you venture inside the cottage, you will find a museum full of memorabilia. Stroll the property discovering many little factlets.

Alison Homestead is set on two stunning hectares of rural land and was Wyong's first land grant dating back to 1825. See displays of memorabilia, furniture, toys, household items, photos, equipment, machinery and tools relating to the early settlers of Wyong and surrounds. A fantastic look back at days gone by.

On the corner of Pacific Highway and Barker’s Lane is The Old Bank of Wyong. Originally constructed in 1939, it is now home to restaurant called Motel Mezza. Infact the original 1930's CHUBB bank vault is still at the old bank and has been transformed into a private dining wine room which hosts up to ten guests! Enjoy the old charm of this iconic town centre building while having a delicious evening meal.

End the day with a night at the historic Norah Head Lighthouse in the Lighthouse Keepers Cottage! If you've ever wondered what life was like a as a lighthouse keeper, here is your chance to find out. Step back in time and enjoy this beautifully furnished and fully self-contained character building.

Start Sunday with friends and family and immerse yourself in a world of entertainment, live music, dancing and not forgetting the delicious food! This incredible festival boasts 90 local vendors including a range of craft beers, wines, gins and not forgetting the array of foods to tickle your taste buds! 

Sit back and relax among the stunning countryside and order lunch at Angel Sussurri while taking in the view of beautiful Yarramalong Valley. Enjoy the listening to the birds chirping while you delight in a mouth-watering menu made from local produce.  Or why not pick up a grazing box for those with a tight packed Harvest Festival schedule who are looking for something quick to eat! Don't forget to pre-order your grazing box in advance and reserve your table for lunch or dinner.

Next stop is to enjoy the serenity of the outdoors. Lay down a picnic rug underneath the gumtrees and listen to live music while sipping on alcohol free beer. The kids will have a ball in the playground. For those that can't resist, freshly baked scones will be served and can be enjoyed as you browse the historical memorial hall and market stalls.

Start the weekend by hearing from dietitians how to improve your own health by following a plant based diet, without nutrition deficiencies and producing zero waste. Booking essential for the workshop. Afterwards enjoy a game of 'FootGolf' at Mangrove Mountain Memorial club and see who plays the best!

Enjoy time to explore this native production nursery and see the diverse range of native plants the nursery propagates and grows to help attract birds and other fauna to the Central Coast. Nursery tours are available to learn about the process how the nursery's work is helping local bush regeneration. Plants can be purchased so you too can grow them at home.

Who can't resist a traditional homemade Devonshire Tea!  Recharge the batteries at Somersby Hall with a pot of tea and freshly prepared scones, cream and jam! There will be a selection of other light snacks and sweet treats to enjoy too. Afterwards browse the selection of hand crafted art and gifts stalls.

Let your creativity flow and make a stunning dried flower arrangement or learn all about succulents at Coachwood Nursery during the Harvest Festival.  Create the most beautiful wall art wreath or a Driftwood and Australian Native table decoration and two posies or learn everything you need to know about succulents. Includes a range of succulent plants to take home. Booking essential!

Stop by the Mountain Growers Market and support local growers by purchasing their free chemical free fresh and seasonal produce. Once your baskets are full of fresh fruit and veg treat yourself to some delicious hot foods or beautiful homemade art and craft from the other market stalls. As you continue on the Harvest Festival trail stop at Royale Orchids Nursery to see the stunning flowering orchids!

Finish the day with a freshly made winter woodfire pizza and a drink, while listening to live music in the Quack Shack. Bring a rug and spend a relaxing afternoon in the hinterland watching the sun set and reflecting on the wonderful day you have had celebrating the local community. 

Come and experience breakfast with alpacas at 8:30am at Iris Lodge Alpacas! Get up close and personal with the farm's resident alpacas, llamas, sheep and cows. Meet and greet alpacas and even get to feed them! Enjoy the beautiful setting on this eco certified farm. Booking for breakfast essential. 

Join the Tuggerah Lakes Field Archers for a lesson of archery. Learn the basics from experienced archers and get to shoot your very own arrow!  Don't miss this fun activity that the kids six ae sure to love! Bookings essential.  

Jilliby Public School is hosting ‘Artisans on Acres’ where you can enjoy a variety of art and craft workshops and demonstrations. From metal forging to weaving, paintings to pottery, there is something for everyone! Enjoy a delicious lunch or a cream tea, while the kids play and eat ice cream!  

The kids will love feeding and patting the babydoll sheep, dairy goats, cows, chickens, and other farm animals at The Giving Farm.  Afterwards why not pick some seasonal organic flowers or veggies too!  The farm tours will run at 10am, 11am, 12pm, 2pm and 3pm.

Take a self-guided trail around this small family farm exploring the pick-your-own flower fields, feeding the babydoll sheep and visiting the honey extraction and bottling rooms. The kids will love the fun treasure hunt! The farm stall will be open with honey, meats and flowers for sale.

At Mollies Farm the whole family can get up close and personal with friendly goats, alpacas, cows, rabbits, border collies, ducks and chickens. Enjoy the serenity of the farm setting while the kids participate in a guided painting workshop.

East Coast Beverages will be alive with market and food stalls and there is even face painting for the kids too!   Book your tickets to access a behind-the-scenes look at how the fruit juices are made. There will be farm and fruit picking tours available for purchase on the day! You get a produce bag with every ticket, so you can stuff it full with as many oranges as you can carry!

Come and experience what real farm life is like at Grace Springs Farm. Pat the cow, cuddle a chook, collect the eggs and see the pigs being fed. The informative and interactive 90 min tour of a chemical free and regenerative farm is suitable for all ages. Fresh grown produce available to purchase from the farm stall. Bookings essential.

A Harvest Festival favourite! Pick your own Pecans at Artisan Estate amongst 400 beautiful pecan trees. Watch tree shaking and agricultural demonstrations which are on throughout the weekend. This is a fun filled family event that can't be missed.