What's On Gulgong

28/05/2026

🌟 WHAT’S ON IN GULGONG 🌟
Friday 29th May – Sunday 31st May

Fresh off being crowned 🥇 NSW’s Top Small Tourism Town for 2026, it’s another great weekend to get out and enjoy everything happening around Gulgong 💛

🎩 And don’t forget — we are now only ONE WEEK away from the biggest weekend on the Gulgong calendar… the Henry Lawson Heritage Festival! 🎉

If you’re planning your weekend, organising visitors, or just want to see what’s coming up, head over to the festival page for all the latest details:
https://www.facebook.com/gulgonghenrylawsonheritagefestival

Whether you’re after live music, footy, community spirit or a country catch-up — there’s something happening around town this weekend 👇

🏉 Gulgong Terriers Old Boys Day – Saturday 30th May
A big day of footy, cold beers, great company and Terrier pride 🐶💙
📍 Meet at the Gulgong RSL Club from 11am before heading to Billy Dunn Oval
🏉 League Tag – 1:15pm
🏉 First Grade – 2:30pm
🌭 Sausage sizzle, scorer comps, old boys punters comp & more!

🎶 Live Music – Garry Brentnall
Saturday night from 7pm–10pm at the Gulgong RSL Club 🎸
Perfect excuse for a local dinner, drink and live music catch-up.

💚 Gulgong Little Athletics Need Volunteers
The amazing team at Gulgong Little Athletics are still urgently looking for Age Managers for the upcoming season.
No experience needed — just a willingness to help and encourage the kids 🌟
A great way to support local sport and get involved in the community.

🏛 Gulgong Pioneers Museum Volunteers Wanted
The Gulgong Pioneers Museum is currently looking for volunteers.
If you have around 4 hours a week available and would like to help support one of Gulgong’s wonderful local attractions, they’d love for you to call in for a chat 😊

🌧 We’ve also had a wonderfully rainy few days — perfect for washing the dust away and filling everyone’s dams and tanks.

And after this week’s tourism award win, there’s never been a better time to show visitors why Gulgong is such a special place ❤️

As always — if you have an event, market, fundraiser, live music or community notice happening this weekend, pop it in the comments below 👇

27/05/2026

Well Done Gulgong!!! 🥳⭐

Congratulations to this year’s winners in the Small Tourism Town category:

🥇 Gold: GULGONG
🥈 Silver: GLOUCESTER
🥉 Bronze: THIRLMERE

These towns continue to welcome visitors with authentic experiences, regional hospitality, and unique local character that keeps people coming back.

👉The Gold winner will now go on to represent NSW at the national Top Tourism Town Awards later this year.

Congratulations to all finalists and communities involved.

21/05/2026

🌾✨ What’s On in Gulgong – Friday 22nd May to Sunday 24th May ✨🌾

The countdown is officially on for the Henry Lawson Heritage Festival! 🤠🎉
With banners now up around town and excitement building, Gulgong is getting ready for one of the biggest weekends of the year — coming up Friday 5th June through to Monday 8th June.

Until then, this weekend is the perfect chance to slow down, explore our beautiful historic streets and enjoy some of the wonderful cafés, shops and local businesses that make Gulgong so special ❤️

☕ CAFÉ HOPPING IN GULGONG ☕

🥐 Beryl’s Café
📍112 Mayne St
Perfect for breakfast, coffee and a cosy catch-up.

☕ Silver Fox Cafe
📍113 Mayne St
Locally roasted coffee, friendly faces and always a good laugh.

🍕 The Vault Woodfire Winebar
📍107 Mayne St
Woodfired pizzas, wine and a relaxed atmosphere for a weekend dinner.

🥧 Cobb’s Bakery Café
📍82 Herbert St
A Gulgong staple for pies, sweet treats and takeaway goodies.

🫖 The Miner’s Cottage Tea Rooms
📍49 White Street
Historic charm, beautiful tea and homemade scones.

Celebrating 1 YEAR in Gulgong this week! 🎉
🍯 HoneYumm Honey Shack
📍82 Mayne St
This weekend they’re running a birthday special:
BUY 3 small jars & GET THE 4TH FREE 🍯

🛍️ SATURDAY MARKETS
🧺 CWA Rustic Rural Market
📍Gulgong CWA Hall
🕘 Saturday 9am – 1pm
Browse handmade goods, crafts, local produce and country hospitality.

🌅 With crisp mornings, beautiful sunsets and plenty to discover, it’s the perfect weekend to support local and enjoy everything our little town has to offer.

As always — if you have an event, special, live music, market stall or business happening this weekend, add it in the comments below 👇

16/05/2026

DID YOU KNOW THERE IS A SUBSIDISED BUS?

https://events.humanitix.com/copy-of-copy-of-mudgee-connect-bus

Thanks Eastend Bus Service for always being there to shuffle us around.

14/05/2026

🌙 What’s On in Gulgong – Friday 15th May to Sunday 17th May 🌾

It’s a quieter weekend around town, but with crisp mornings, sunny days and beautiful clear skies, it’s actually the perfect excuse to slow down and enjoy the region. ☀️There’s still plenty to explore in and around Gulgong.

♠️ Sunday – Euchre Tournament at Gulgong Bowling & Sporting Club
Dust off the cards and enjoy an old-school afternoon of Euchre.
• Sunday 17th May
• Names in from 1:45pm
• 2pm start
• $10 entry
Everyone welcome — partners drawn at random.

🐄 Blue Springs Highland Cows
A beautiful local experience just outside town, welcoming visitors, families, schools and groups. Their gorgeous Highland cows are always a hit with visitors and a great opportunity to snap a pic!

🌐 https://www.bluespringshighlandcows.com.au

🌌 Mudgee Observatory – Open Friday & Saturday Night
With the skies so clear at the moment, this is the perfect weekend for stargazing. ✨

Located just outside Mudgee, the observatory offers:
• Telescope viewing
• Planetarium shows
• Guided night sky tours
• Educational space presentations

One of the best places in the region to experience truly dark country skies.

📞 Bookings & enquiries: (02) 6373 3431

🏡 Looking for a Weekend Escape?
Kingdom Cottages offers beautiful country accommodation just outside Gulgong, with farm experiences available for staying guests.

Guests can enjoy:
• Guided farm tours
• Animal feeding and petting
• Fresh country air and wide open spaces
• Farm butchery products direct from the property

📞 0448 607 680
📧 [email protected]

☕ Quiet Weekend Ideas Around Gulgong
• Grab a coffee and wander the historic streets
• Take an early morning photo walk while the fog rolls through town
• Head out for a country drive and enjoy the autumn colours
• Enjoy a pub meal by the fire
• Visit local shops and galleries around town
• Take the kids to the Adventure Playground for a picnic or BBQ

And if you’re a local business with something happening this weekend, pop your details in the comments below so visitors and locals can find you 👇🏼

Have a beautiful weekend Gulgong 💛

10/05/2026

How was your Mother's Day?

08/05/2026

Show starts tonight...

Happy Tuesday Gulgong!
Just a reminder to get your tickets for this weekend's production at the Opera House.

This is definitely one not to miss.🤩

Phoenix Rising- A Comedy
Written & Directed by Michaeley O'Brien

Michaeley is a long suffering Gulgong local ;) and we are very privileged to have her in the MADS community.

Dont know her? Maybe you know her work?
Michaeley has been a Script Producer on some of Australia's most successful tv shows, Water Rats, McLeods Daughters and Underbelly Razor to name a few.

See, I told you...this one is definitely not one to miss. 😏

Tickets available at the Post Office or via
The Prince of Wales Opera House website.
princeofwalesoperahouse.com.au

https://www.whatsongulgong.com.au/event/mads-presents-phoenix-rising-by-michaeley-obrien/2026-05-08/

07/05/2026

🥶❄️ What’s On in Gulgong – Mother’s Day Weekend ❄️🥶
Friday 8th May – Sunday 10th May 2026
It’s freezing in Gulgong today — currently 5° but feeling more like 1° 🧣☕
The good news? A sunny weekend is on the way, perfect for getting out, supporting local and enjoying our gorgeous town. 🍂✨

It’s Mother’s Day this Sunday! 💐
Time to spoil Mum, Nan, Grandma or that special mother figure in your life.

🌹 THIS WEEKEND AROUND TOWN 🌹

🎭 Phoenix Rising – Gulgong MADS
Opening night Friday at the Prince of Wales Opera House!
A fun comedy with a talented local cast and plenty of laughs.
• Friday 8th May – 7:30pm
• Saturday 9th May – 7:30pm
• Sunday 10th May – 2pm matinee
🎟 Tickets available online or at Gulgong Post Office

☕🍰 CWA 100 Years Celebration
Celebrate 100 years of service with hot scones, tea and coffee.
📍 CWA Hall, Herbert St
🕙 Saturday 10am – 12pm

🚗☕ Gulgong Coffee & Cars
Cars, bikes, trucks, treasure stalls, coffee and BBQ breakfast.
📍 Gulgong RSL Carpark
🕘 Sunday from 9am

🎨🍷 Mother’s Day Paint & Sip
📍 Gulgong RSL Club
🕥 Sunday 10:30am
Booking Essential - 6374 1310

🎁 Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Support local this weekend:
💛 Heart of Gold Country
💄 All Natural Beauty Gulgong
🕯️ The Gallery Gulgong
🌿 Plenty of beautiful gifts and vouchers available around town.

🍽️ Mother’s Day at the Bowlo
Every mother who orders a dine-in meal at the Lucky Star Bistro goes into the draw to win local vouchers! 🌸

🚒 Gulgong Fire & Rescue Open Day
A fantastic family day out with the local crew.
📍 Fire & Rescue NSW Station 312 Gulgong.

💚 Gulgong Little Athletics
The club is looking for Age Managers for the upcoming season. Great way to get involved in the community and support local kids. Check out their page if you're interested.

✨ And while you’re here…
Grab a coffee, wander the shops, enjoy the crisp mornings and golden autumn afternoons, and maybe finish the day with a pub lunch by the fire. Gulgong really shines this time of year. 🍂🔥

As always — if your business or event is on this weekend, pop it in the comments below 👇

05/05/2026

Happy Tuesday Gulgong!
Just a reminder to get your tickets for this weekend's production at the Opera House.

This is definitely one not to miss.🤩

Phoenix Rising- A Comedy
Written & Directed by Michaeley O'Brien

Michaeley is a long suffering Gulgong local ;) and we are very privileged to have her in the MADS community.

Dont know her? Maybe you know her work?
Michaeley has been a Script Producer on some of Australia's most successful tv shows, Water Rats, McLeods Daughters and Underbelly Razor to name a few.

See, I told you...this one is definitely not one to miss. 😏

Tickets available at the Post Office or via
The Prince of Wales Opera House website.
princeofwalesoperahouse.com.au

https://www.whatsongulgong.com.au/event/mads-presents-phoenix-rising-by-michaeley-obrien/2026-05-08/

30/04/2026

🎉 What’s On in Gulgong
Friday 1st May – Monday 4th May 2026

It’s a BIG weekend in Gulgong and the surrounding region, with live music, circus fun, and major events nearby 🎶🎪🚴‍♂️

🎸 Friday Night – Live at the RSL
Two Fires – Chisel Barnes Show
📍 Gulgong RSL Club
🕺 A massive night of classic hits from Cold Chisel & Jimmy Barnes
👉 Tickets: https://www.showentertainment.com.au/buy-tickets

🎪 Circus Arlo in Town!
📍 Gulgong Showgrounds
📅 April 30th – May 3rd

Showtimes:
• Thursday – 7:00pm
• Friday – 7:00pm
• Saturday – 4:00pm & 7:00pm
• Sunday – 12:00pm (final show)

🎟️ Tickets from $15–$35
🤹‍♀️ Aerial artists, clowns, magic & family fun
📞 Bookings: 0422 293 332

🚴‍♂️ Mudgee Classic – Road Closures
📅 Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd May

There will be increased traffic and some road closures across Mudgee, Gulgong, Ulan & surrounds.

⚠️ Key impacts:
• Church St & Mortimer St (Mudgee) closed Sunday 5am–9am
• Glen Willow parking changes in place
• River Road access via Putta Bucca Rd closed (Sat & Sun)

👉 Plan ahead if you’re travelling this weekend

📚 Coming Up – Monday 4th May
Circle of Stories (Gulgong Library)
🕤 9:30am – 10:20am
Perfect for little ones (0–5) with stories, songs & craft
📍 Gulgong Library
📌 Bookings essential

🏆 Vote Gulgong – NSW Top Small Tourism Town
We’re officially in the running — let’s get behind our town 💛

👉 Vote here: https://tinyurl.com/dz9s4bzm

⏰ Voting closes Sunday 3rd May — last chance this weekend!

☀️ Local Tip
Make the most of the beautiful autumn weather 🍂
Perfect weekend for:
• A walk through our historic streets
• A pub lunch and a cold drink
• Browsing our unique local shops
• Catching a sunrise or golden twilight photo 📸

💬 Local Businesses
Got something on? Drop your details in the comments so visitors can find you this weekend