FLY HIGH FOR MENTAL HEALTH
Sunday, 24 August
The month-long Fly High for Mental Health campaign comes together with a family fun day at Stephan Field from 10am to 2pm. There will be a sausage sizzle with proceeds to charity, ice cream van, jumping castle, rock painting, paper plane making and bracelet making. This event is in memory of Corey Woodhouse, and for every young person who needs to know they are not alone. Mental health providers will also be in attendance such as Talk2Me Bro, Boys to the Bush, Yoorana Gunya, Kids Helpline, Headspace. Purchase a paper plane at Bernardi's to raise awareness and funds.
NSW SMALL WINEMAKERS WINE SHOW TASTING
Friday, 29 August
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The NSW Small Winemakers Show has released 2025 dates and this year's public tasting is on Friday, 29 August at Forbes Town Hall. The gourmet wine presentation dinner follows on Saturday, 20 September and if you book tickets for both now in one transaction you'll receive $10 off.
FASCINATING SCIENCE
31 October - 1 September
The Parkes Shire Library and Cultural Centre will be hosting the touring exhibition 'Fascinating Science' from Questacon. The exhibition will be in the Coventry Room gallery from 1 September to 31 October. This is a fantastic opportunity for the community and surrounding towns to engage in scientific principles relevant to everyday life and experience Questacon right here in Parkes.
RESILIENT HOMES EXPO
Wednesday, 3 September
The NSW Reconstruction Authority is hosting a Resilient Homes Expo at Eugowra Showground on Wednesday 3 September, 4pm-7pm.
The Expo is for Resilient Homes Program homeowners and community members who want to make their homes more flood resilient.
Come along for information about: the Resilient Homes Program grant process; development approval processes; how successful resilient building and relocation projects can be delivered.
Homeowners and business representatives can visit information stands and speak with representatives from councils, RA, SafeWork NSW, Building Commission NSW, and various industry associations and businesses interested in resilient building services.
EUGOWRA SHOW
Saturday, 20 September
Head to Eugowra Showground for a fun-filled day for the whole family. While the Show Society is organising all your favourite attractions and events, now's the time to plan your entries in the pavilion sections! Have you got a top fleece, outstanding jam or artwork to bring along? Memberships will be available via 123tix or at the show office from Monday, 15 September. Tickets will be available via 123tix or at the gate.
COMMUNITY FETE
Saturday, 6 September
Forbes Uniting Church is excited to announce a community fete at the church in Browne Street, from 9am on Saturday, 6 September. This will be a great chance to get gifts before Father's Day. More details to come.
TRUNDLE BUSH TUCKER DAY
Saturday, 6 September
Dust off your camp ovens and get your dancing boots ready for a day full of country music and bush cooking in Trundle. This year Casey Barnes will be headlining the popular event with The Bushwackers and The Alternators also gracing the Trundle stage. As well as country music there will also be free kids’ entertainment, pig races, market stalls, food vans, dog jumping and so much more. Get your tickets now at www.123tix.com.au/events/46970/trundle-bush-tucker-day-2025
FORBES SHOW
Saturday, 13 September
Put Saturday 13 September in your diary, it's the date of the 149th Forbes Show. The one-day show format introduced in 2024 is back in 2025, with plenty on. There will be entertainment and rides, animal nursery, fireworks, agricultural exhibitions and so much more. For more information visit their Facebook page www.facebook.com/ForbesShowNSW
CLUB FORBES FIRST ANNUAL LADIES LUNCH
Saturday, 27 September
From 12.30pm through to 4.30pm this will be an afternoon of style, music, food and fundraising all in support of White Ribbon. Champagne on arrival, live music and a three-course lunch. Bookings essential through 123tix.com.au
FORBES MOTOR SHOW
Sunday, 5 October
Save the date, the Forbes Motor Show is returning to South Circle Oval in on Sunday 5 October 2025. Plan your entries now in bikes, cars, boats, vintage machinery, trucks and tractors. Gates open 8am for registration. There will be food, drink and merchandise stalls. Entry will be just $2 an adult, $1 a child with monies donated to local and regional charity groups.
CANOLA CUP FAMILY PICNIC DAY
Monday, 6 October
Eugowra Harness Racing Club knows how to host a great event and the Canola Cup is the pinnacle. This great family picnic day is back again on the October long weekend Monday. While the horses go round on the track, there's live music, great prizes for fashions on the field, free dodgem cars, jumping castle, and face painting. It all happens at Eugowra Showground Paceway from midday.
TRUNDLE PINK NIGHT
Friday, 17 October
Trundle will be turning pink this October. To celebrate their 10th anniversary Trundle Pink Night will be holding their biggest and boldest Pink Night yet! Join them for a night of fun, flair and fundraising as they celebrate a decade of coming together to support a cancer-free future. There will be prizes, raffles and auction on the night that you will not want to miss. Entry is free from 5pm at the Trundle Golf Club and make sure to dress in pink to celebrate community and making an impact. If you can't make it on the night you can still support the worth cause by heading to www.doitforcancer.com.au/fundraisers/trundlepinknight
Want to add to this list? Email renee.powell@forbesadvocate.com.au
