A MORNING OF MUSIC
Sunday 18 May
Enjoy the unique sounds of the pipe organ and electronic organ together as Maz Rees and Grant Barton take you on a musical journey. The Town Hall doors open at 10am for the concert to start at 10.30am. Entry is simply a donation to CanAssist Forbes.
PARKES GOLD CUP
Sunday, 18 May
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From 11.30am the Parkes Racecourse will be a buzz with an eight race program featuring the Parkes Services Club ‘Parkes Gold Cup’. There will be free kids activities, live music by Robbi and Ben, market stalls, food and more. Adults are $10 with kids under 16 free.
Read all about it on our back page of today’s paper.
SULLIVANS MINING AND INDUSTRIAL EXPO
Wednesday, 21 May
The Sullivans Mining and Industrial Expo 2025 is bringing together over 65 leading brands, live product demonstrations, expert advice and exclusive expo deals.
Whether you’re in mining, agriculture, manufacturing, or heavy industry, this is your chance to see the latest innovations and connect with industry professionals.
The expo will be held at the Parkes Leagues Club from 4.30pm to 7.30pm, entry is free.
EUGOWRA'S BIGGEST MORNING TEA
Thursday 22 May
Eugowra is hosting Australia's Biggest Morning Tea for The Cancer Council again this year. It's on at the bowling club from 10am with this year's guest speaker from 11am. Enjoy delicious morning tea, snap up some raffle tickets or 100 club numbers - you might win a lucky door prize too. Together we can make a difference for people impacted by cancer.
BUILD FORBES TRADIES NIGHT
Friday, 23 May
Build Forbes Tradies Night will be again this year at the Forbes Inn from 6-9pm. This night allows tradies, industry professionals and businesses to network. You can meet with other trades, learn about Forbes development trends and planning and find out about job tendering opportunities. Book your free ticket at 123Tix. Forbes businesses and services are invited to host a free trade table – call 6850 2300 to book your space.
TALK2MEBRO CONSCIOUS CONNECTION WORKSHOP
Friday, 30 May
While Talk2MeBro's free community catch-ups provide a taste of what they offer, this workshop delves deeper, setting itself apart with its intensified focus and depth. Guided by their top-tier facilitators experience a comprehensive deep dive into breath, self-awareness, healing, and collective consciousness with Talk2mebro. This event is for both women and men and will be held at the Forbes Youth and Community Centre from 6.30pm to 9:45pm. Book your spot at Humanitix
THE GOLDEN PLOUGH
Saturday, 31 May
and Sunday, 1 June
The Golden Plough is one of the most prestigious ploughing competitions in Australia which first began in 1976. This year it will be held at the Peak Hill Showground. Gate entry is $15 which covers both days.
RAISE THE WINGS DINNER
Saturday 31 May
Little Wings is bringing their Raise the Wings fundraising dinner to Forbes and you're invited to be part of something special. This event supports Little Wings as they provide free flight and on-ground transport to get children from regional and rural NSW to the specialist medical care they need. Tickets are $120 or $800 a table of eight, which includes a delicious three-course meal; a three-hour drinks package; entertainment; auctions and a dance floor. It's all on at Club Forbes, tickets available now through events.humanitix.com
MEN'S TABLE ENTREE
Tuesday 3 June
This night is an introduction to The Men's Table, an opportunity for locals to find out how a Table works and whether you'd like to be part of it. The Men's Table creates an environment for men to share about their lives, challenges, highs and lows, getting connected and creating community. This "entree" will be hosted by a couple of long-standing members of other Men's Tables, sharing their experiences from their Tables, and responding to questions, concerns and ideas. Book online now through events.humanitix.com
FROST AND FIRE
21 June
Country rock artists the Wolfe Brothers, Ripley Alexander and the Baker Boys headline an incredible night's entertainment for this annual festival. Cosy up by toasty fire buckets, indulge in hearty treats from our food trucks, and savour boutique brews while being serenaded by internationally recognised Australian music acts on the main stage. Tickets now online through 123tix.com.au
Want to add to this list? Email renee.powell@forbesadvocate.com.au
