Annual Events
For businesses and organisations inside the Bathurst region and surrounds, up coming events can play a major role in the visitor economy and can represent various challenges and opportunities for tourism within the region. During these large annual events the businesses of the Bathurst region usually experience higher demand and traffic. The Bathurst region has a varied and lively events calendar, see below to explore up coming major and hallmark annual events that draw people to the Bathurst region.
Proctor Park Challenge
Held in February the proctor cup is annual Girls Youth League soccer competition that sees over 95 teams compete.
Inland Sea of Sound
During February the Inland Sea of Sound showcases local talent across several venues across Bathurst.
Autumn Colours Festival
From march to May the Autumn Colour Festival celebrates history, heritage and the changing season.
Bathurst NRL
Since 2016 the NRL has drawn thousands of fans to Bathurst with the panthers playing in March at the iconic Carrington Park.
Hi-Tec 6 Hour Races
One of several major race events of the year the 6 Hour Races take place in April.
12 Hour Races
The Liqui Moly 12 hour race takes place in May. Drawing thousands of race fans to the region.
Royal Bathurst Show
Held in late April the Royal Bathurst draws hundreds of competitors and thousands of visitors.
Winter Festival
Throughout the month of July, Kings Parade is transformed into a winter wonderland for the Bathurst Winter Festival.
Edgell Jog
In mid September thousands of people take part in the Edgell Jog.
Bathurst 1000
Held in October the iconic Bathurst 1000 draws tens of thousands of people to Bathurst for the biggest race event of the year.
Panorama Punish
In October the panorama punish invites hundreds of attendees to challenge themselves to run a hot lap around the iconic mountain.
Challenge Bathurst
In late November the Challenge Bathurst gives club drivers the unique chance to race their own street car on the Mount Panorama Track.
Complete Annual Calendar
The events above are just some highlights of the annual events hosted in the Bathurst region. Download the full list of events to find out what is coming up and how it may effect your business or organisation.