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.

The Homestead is set on two hectares in a rural setting on 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. Enjoy a Devonshire Tea and listen to a historical talk about the property. 

Wyong Town Park will host Taste of Wyong where you can enjoy cuisines from the many local restaurants, free family friendly activities and live music from local musicians. Come and join the fun and celebrate the Harvest Festival!

Come along to taste award winning whiskey and some of the best whiskey being made in Australia. Learn about the time-honoured alchemical tradition of distillation in Amber Lane's massive 3600 Litre copper still. 

Enjoy a day by the river and try and spot a wild platypus, catch waterbugs, test the water quality and listen to talks from experts. Join a birdwatching tour and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Woodbury Inn Park, Mardi.

Ringers Western will have a range of live homegrown artists, stalls, food vans, and  in store deals so there’s something for everyone. It’s a great day to call in as you make your way through the harvest festival.  

Don’t miss out on this fun-filled, charitable day at Amazement Farm and Fun Park!  Enjoy a Charity BBQ in the carpark, with some adorable animals to see! Afterwards, buy a ticket and explore the park and all it has to offer. With games, rides, mazes, and the cafe, it's the perfect day out for your family. Plus, enjoy half-price encounters at the gate on the day—spaces are limited based on group sizes, so make sure to get there early!

Pick your own sunflowers and enjoy making them into a beautiful bouquet afterwards. Toast marshmallows in the fire pit and enjoy a coffee from the onsite coffee cart while the kids have their faces painted. Feel free to bring a rug and picnic lunch to take in the sea of sunflowers.

Experience the best of winter with our delicious Woodfire Pizza and live music at The Springs, or opt for a sophisticated dining experience in our restaurant. Located in the serene hinterland of Peats Ridge, The Springs offers a tranquil escape for relaxation and enjoyment amidst picturesque surroundings.

Take to the skies in a winch glider and smoothly glide over the lovely countryside around Mangrove Mountain. Enjoy this This introduction to gliding, ideal for those who just want to see what it is like take in the view. The flight will be between about 5 minutes and 15 minutes depending on conditions.

Immerse yourself in a day at the farm full of informative talks and fun for the kids. Buy fresh produce, eat delicious food and kick back and enjoy the entertainment.

Experience life on the farm with a beautiful walk around our farm, honey tasting and feedings our cows and Flora the Alpaca. Bring a rug, enjoy a paddock to plate sausage sizzle as you listen to live country music!

Field Day at Westy's Place has activities for everyone to enjoy! Have fun picking your own macadamia nuts and eating what you've picked. The kids will love the jumping castle and face painting stand. Plus, don't miss out on our ticketed nature craft workshops with The Flower Fairies! Food trucks will be ready to serve you delicious food and there will also be tractors and vintage machinery to admire.

Meet new friends and find your creative side and join other artists for a fun filled day drawing and painting in the spacious Central Mangrove garden followed by a sumptuous lunch and morning tea.

Come and enjoy this unique organic nursery & farm in Somersby. The nursery features a beautiful range of indoor and outplants, succulents, fresh and dried plants. Stay and take a workshop and use succulents or dried flowers to create a beautiful keepsake. For those green finger gardeners, enjoy an organic garden workshop and guided tour of the farm. 

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. 

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.

This June long weekend, we’re celebrating Elvis the Crocodile, the true King of the Crocs, with an action-packed agenda at the Australian Reptile Park! For three days only, witness double-trouble daily feedings, where Elvis – one of Australia’s most powerful (and crankiest) saltwater crocodiles – puts on a heart-stopping display of strength and precision.

Come and visit the mandarin orchards and enjoying picking the zesty fruit!  Bring along a picnic, or grab a coffee and pastry from some of our fabulous vendors, and sit within our wild grass picnic area to pause and reconnect with nature before continuing on with your adventure on the Harvest Trail.

Immerse yourself in a world of entertainment and fun that brings family and friends together. With amazing live music to get you dancing and a delicious food experience to get your taste buds tingling and a huge range of craft beers, premium wines, handmade gins to enjoy. And, with tons of kid's entertainment, it’s the festival for all ages.

Come visit the only farm in Australia that can sell legally both Waratah and Flannel Flower plants under Biodiversity Conservation Licenses.  Learn how to propagate and grow these Iconic Native Plants. Kids will love meeting the gorgeous farm animals and getting their faces painted!

Enjoy a stop along the way and refresh with our Devonshire Tea and pick up some gifts from our craft stall. We also have plants and cakes for sale with a history display plus plenty more.

Local artist Peter Denton showcases his gallery with framed photographs available for viewing and purchase. The collection features stunning images of High Country, African Wildlife and local scenery.