What's On in the Hawkesbury

Autumn is here and it’s the perfect time to be out and about in the Hawkesbury.

Our markets are a good start and are always a great place to browse. On Saturday there’s Richmond Good Food Markets in Richmond Park 8-1pm, Richmond Lions Club Easter Market in the Hawkesbury Showground 7.30-1.30pm and the Bilpin Markets 10 -12pm. On Sunday there’s the Windsor Mall Markets 9am-3pm.

The National Gem and Crystal Expo is on this weekend in the Hawkesbury PCYC Indoor Stadium 9.30-5pm Saturday and 9.30-4pm Sunday. Discover a captivating world of exquisite gemstones, jewellery, minerals, decorative pieces, and fossils. Meet the Hawkesbury Valley Lapidary Club and buy from over 100 traders all under the one roof. Entry is $10 adults and children under 16 free with paying adult.

Take a drive up to Bilpin and visit the beautiful Wildwood Garden. The garden is filled with flowers and the Autumn colour is starting. Open 10am-4pm Friday - Monday. While away the time taking in the sights and smells making sure you browse in the gift shop and relax in the café.

It’s chestnut season so head to stunning Mount Irvine to Nutwood Farm and Kookootonga Nut Farm for some family fun picking your own chestnuts and walnuts. Both are open Saturday and Sunday 9-4. While you’re in the area why not visit an orchard or two for some apple picking to fill the baskets. See below for opening times.

Of course, there’s more to see and do in the Hawkesbury this weekend. Take a peek below for details to help plan your weekend and school holiday activities.

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Fantasia Showstoppers' Productions of Disney's The Little Mermaid JR

Fantasia Showstoppers' Productions of Disney's The Little Mermaid JR

Thursday 10 April 2025 Adults $35, Child/Concession $25, Family (2A,2C) $95 plus booking fee

Event details

An unforgettable adventure filled with stunning music, vibrant characters, and spectacular storytelling!
Bring the whole family and experience this beloved classic live on stage!
Tickets available online.
Thursday 10th April 7pm
Friday 11th April 7pm
Saturday 12th April 1pm and 5pm.

Address

Richmond School of Arts, 26 West Market Street, Richmond NSW 2753

Phone

0493 718 791

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Bilpin Fruit Bowl Fruit Picking

Bilpin Fruit Bowl Fruit Picking

Friday 11 April 2025 Adults $20, Children aged 3-12 years $10, under 3 years free

Event details

Pick your own strawberries & apples.

10am-3pm.

Check facebook for updates.

Open Friday-Monday.

Address

2093 Bells Line of Road, Bilpin NSW 2758

Phone

02 4567 1262

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TNT Produce Fruit Picking

TNT Produce Fruit Picking

Friday 11 April 2025 Farm entry $10 per adult, children 3-12yrs $7.50, under 3yrs Free

Event details

TNT Produce's farm is open for picking fresh apples & produce. 
10am - 2.30pm
Entry fees apply and payment required for fruit picked.

Check facebook for current produce available for picking.

When parking in peak periods please take care when crossing the road and ensure access is kept clear for emergency vehicles.

Address

153 Kurts Road, Bilpin NSW 2758

Phone

0410 676 152

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Bilpin Botanic Orchard Fruit Picking

Bilpin Botanic Orchard Fruit Picking

Friday 11 April 2025 $5 entry fee, children under 3 free

Event details

Fruit picking - apples
Entry fee & payment required for fruit picked.
Saturday, Sunday & Monday 10am-5pm.

Address

2814 Bells Line of Road, Bilpin NSW 2758

Phone

0418 406 648

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Shields Orchard Fruit Picking

Shields Orchard Fruit Picking

Friday 11 April 2025 Free entry - payment required for fruit picked

Event details

Shields Orchard fruit picking for fresh apples. 10am- 3pm   
Friday, Saturday & Sunday.

Please phone or text prior to arriving at the farm with name & number of people.

Address

2270 Bells Line of Road, Bilpin NSW 2758

Phone

0427 772 431

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Bilpin Farm Fresh Fruits & Vegetables - Fruit Picking

Bilpin Farm Fresh Fruits & Vegetables - Fruit Picking

Friday 11 April 2025 Adults $5

Event details

Pick your own fruit & apples.

Fee for fruit picked.

10am-4pm.

Address

2327 Bells Line of Road, Bilpin NSW 2758

Phone

0401 734 536

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Youth Fest 2025

Youth Fest 2025

Friday 11 April 2025 Free

Event details

Music, activities, information, lots of food and a chill-out zone.
Youth Fest provides a evening of Friday festival vibes for pre-teens, teens and young adults aged from 12 to 24 as part of NSW Youth week.

4-8pm.

Address

Richmond Park, Windsor Street, Richmond NSW

Phone

4560 4444

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Winemakers Dinner at Hawkesbury Race Club

Winemakers Dinner at Hawkesbury Race Club

Friday 11 April 2025 $99 per person

Event details

A night of fine wine and dining awaits!
An exclusive Winemakers dinner featuring De Bortoli Wines. Savour a specially curated menu while hearing from their expert sommelier.
6.30pm.

Address

Hawkesbury Race Club, 1 Racecourse Road, Clarendon NSW 2756

Phone

02 4577 2263

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Fantasia Showstoppers' Productions of Disney's The Little Mermaid JR

Fantasia Showstoppers' Productions of Disney's The Little Mermaid JR

Friday 11 April 2025 Adults $35, Child/Concession $25, Family (2A,2C) $95 plus booking fee

Event details

An unforgettable adventure filled with stunning music, vibrant characters, and spectacular storytelling!
Bring the whole family and experience this beloved classic live on stage!
Tickets available online.
Thursday 10th April 7pm
Friday 11th April 7pm
Saturday 12th April 1pm and 5pm.

Address

Richmond School of Arts, 26 West Market Street, Richmond NSW 2753

Phone

0493 718 791

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Lions Club Richmond Markets

Lions Club Richmond Markets

Saturday 12 April 2025 Free

Event details

Featuring crafts, local food and produce.

Indoor and outdoor market. Enter via gate 2.

7.30am-1.30pm

Address

Hawkesbury Showground, Racecourse Rd, Clarendon NSW 2756

Phone

0415 647 226

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Bilpin Springs Orchard

Bilpin Springs Orchard

Saturday 12 April 2025 Fee to pick fruit

Event details

Bilpin Springs Orchard fruit picking for fresh seasonal fruit.

Apples, Asian pears and Feijoa

8am-1pm Saturday

Address

2550 Bells Line of Road, Bilpin NSW 2758

Phone

02 4567 1294

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Richmond Good Food Market

Richmond Good Food Market

Every Saturday 8am-1pm Saturday 12 April 2025 Free

Event details

Showcasing the best of the Hawkesbury's local produce and food situated beside the central Richmond Park.

Every Saturday morning 8am-1pm

Address

Richmond Park, 118 March Street, Richmond NSW 2753

Phone

0427 892 960

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Kookootonga Nut Farm Chestnut and Walnut Picking

Kookootonga Nut Farm Chestnut and Walnut Picking

Saturday 12 April 2025 Fee to pick nuts

Event details

Pick your own chestnuts and walnuts at beautiful Mt Irvine.  Open 7 days a week during chestnut season.

Open until mid April.

Open daily 9am to 4pm

Address

Kookootonga Farm, 247 Mt Irvine Road, Mt Irvine NSW

Phone

02 4756 2136

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Nutwood Farm Chestnut and Walnut Picking

Nutwood Farm Chestnut and Walnut Picking

Saturday 12 April 2025 Fee to pick nuts

Event details

Pick your own chestnuts and walnuts in the secluded community of Mt Irvine.  Open weekends during chestnut season plus everyday over Easter. Availability is limited so check the website first to ensure you don't miss out.

Open 9am to 4pm

Please note there is no ATM facility at this farm - cash only.

Address

Nutwood Farm, 22 Danes Way., Mt Irvine NSW

Phone

02 4756 2191

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National Gem & Crystal Expo

National Gem & Crystal Expo

Saturday 12 April 2025 Adults $10, children under 16 enter free with paying adult

Event details

Many of Australia's leading dealers and traders in gemstones, crystals, meteorites, fossils, jewellery, mineral specimens, cutting rough, findings, gold nuggets, metaphysical needs and so much more! Lucky door prize.

Saturday 9.30am-5.00pm, Sunday 9.30am-4pm.

Hosted by Australian Gem & Mineral Expo's and the Hawkesbury Valley Lapidary Club.

Address

Hawkesbury PCYC Indoor Stadium, 16 Stewart Street, South Windsor NSW 2756

Phone

0412 333 150

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Bilpin Markets

Bilpin Markets

Every Saturday 10am-12pm Saturday 12 April 2025 Free

Event details

Local market featuring food,  local fruit and veges.

Every Saturday 10am-12pm

Address

Bilpin District Hall, Bells Line of Road, Bilpin NSW 2758

Phone

02 4567 1215

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Bilpin Botanic Orchard Fruit Picking

Bilpin Botanic Orchard Fruit Picking

Saturday 12 April 2025 $5 entry fee, children under 3 free

Event details

Fruit picking - apples
Entry fee & payment required for fruit picked.
Saturday, Sunday & Monday 10am-5pm.

Address

2814 Bells Line of Road, Bilpin NSW 2758

Phone

0418 406 648

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Bilpin Fruit Bowl Fruit Picking

Bilpin Fruit Bowl Fruit Picking

Saturday 12 April 2025 Adults $20, Children aged 3-12 years $10, under 3 years free

Event details

Pick your own strawberries & apples.

10am-3pm.

Check facebook for updates.

Open Friday-Monday.

Address

2093 Bells Line of Road, Bilpin NSW 2758

Phone

02 4567 1262

Find out more

Shields Orchard Fruit Picking

Shields Orchard Fruit Picking

Saturday 12 April 2025 Free entry - payment required for fruit picked

Event details

Shields Orchard fruit picking for fresh apples. 10am- 3pm   
Friday, Saturday & Sunday.

Please phone or text prior to arriving at the farm with name & number of people.

Address

2270 Bells Line of Road, Bilpin NSW 2758

Phone

0427 772 431

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Bilpin Farm Fresh Fruits & Vegetables - Fruit Picking

Bilpin Farm Fresh Fruits & Vegetables - Fruit Picking

Saturday 12 April 2025 Adults $5

Event details

Pick your own fruit & apples.

Fee for fruit picked.

10am-4pm.

Address

2327 Bells Line of Road, Bilpin NSW 2758

Phone

0401 734 536

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A River, A Mountain, A Field, A Road...

A River, A Mountain, A Field, A Road...

Saturday 12 April 2025 Free

Event details

A River, a Mountain, a Field, a Road... offers a rich exploration of the varied portrayals of landscape in the gallery's collections, capturing the breathtaking beauty of the Hawkesbury region, in addition to diverse interpretations of natural and built environments beyond the area.
The exhibition will showcase works from the Hawkesbury Regional Gallery, the Hawkesbury City Council Collections, and contributions from the Friends of the Hawkesbury Art Community and Regional Gallery Inc.

Address

Hawkesbury Regional Gallery, 300 George Street, Windsor NSW 2756

Phone

02 4560 4441

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Print Parade

Print Parade

Saturday 12 April 2025 Free

Event details

Discover the artistry of Australia's finest printmakers in this exclusive exhibition. Showcasing masterful etchings, linocuts and digital prints, it celebrates the depth, technique, and storytelling of contemporary printmaking. A must-see collection for art lovers and collectors alike!
Artists include: Kevin Foley, Max Miller, Clem Millward, Paddy Bedford, Frank Hodgkinson, David Bromley, Greg Hansell, Mellisa Read-Devine, Greg Hyde, Lucy Napanangka Yukenbari, Helicopter Joe Tjungurrayi, Minky Grant, Garry Shead.
Opening night 22 March 6pm in the gallery.

Address

Purple Noon Gallery, 606 Terrace Road, Freemans Reach NSW 2756

Phone

02 4579 6579

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Pine Crest Orchard Fruit Picking

Pine Crest Orchard Fruit Picking

Saturday 12 April 2025 Entry fee $5 adults, $2 children over 3 years

Event details

Pick your own apples & persimmon. 10am-3pm.

Entry fees apply and payment for any fruit picked.

Address

2549 Bells Line of Road, Bilpin NSW 2758

Phone

02 4567 1143

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TNT Produce Fruit Picking

TNT Produce Fruit Picking

Saturday 12 April 2025 Farm entry $10 per adult, children 3-12yrs $7.50, under 3yrs Free

Event details

TNT Produce's farm is open for picking fresh apples & produce. 
10am - 2.30pm
Entry fees apply and payment required for fruit picked.

Check facebook for current produce available for picking.

When parking in peak periods please take care when crossing the road and ensure access is kept clear for emergency vehicles.

Address

153 Kurts Road, Bilpin NSW 2758

Phone

0410 676 152

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Wildwood Gardens in Autumn

Wildwood Gardens in Autumn

Open 21 March - 9 June, Friday to Monday (other times by appointment) Saturday 12 April 2025 Adults $12.50, Concessions and Students $10, Children under 16 free

Event details

Autumn is here and Wildwood is open!  Cherries, dogwoods and maples in autumn colours.  Collections of hellebore, camellia and magnolia. Tearooms, gift shop and nursery.

Opens Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday 10am-4pm, including long weekends and public holidays (other times by appointment).

Peak autumn colour from deciduous trees including maples is usually after mid April.

Salvia Show 12 -13 & 19 - 20 April.

Address

Wildwood Gardens, 26 Powells Road, Bilpin NSW 2758

Phone

0417 042 460

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