6 www.visitbluemountains.com.au 7 www.visitbluemountains.com.auThe character and colours of the Blue Mountains Region change throughout the year. From spring time blooms to falling leaves, fresh cool summers, to crisp and cosy winters. Each season brings withit a calendar of unique events. JANUARYAustralia Day Celebrations throughout the region.Wines of the West at The Carrington Hotel. This event showcases many of the Central West regions leading wineries with opportunity to taste the different wines. www.thecarrington.com.auAustralian Gnome Convention.Join in the fun as gnomes gather at Glenbrook for their annual convention.http://australiangnomeconvention.com.auA Day Out With Thomas - Zig Zag Railway (operates during all school holidays). Join Thomas the Tank Engine and some of his friends for a unique steam trip.www.zigzagrailway.com.auRockleys Annual Rodeo. Rockley Showground. Bucking since the 1950s. www.oberonaustralia.com FEBRUARYOberon Agricultural Show.Bring all the family along and join in the fun of the 110th Annual Oberon Show.www.oberonaustralia.com.auJazz in the Gardens at Norman Lindsay Gallery. The Friends of the Norman Lindsay Gallery invite you and your friends to this ultimate jazz experience, a musical picnic party to celebrate the birthday of one of Australias nest artists, Norman Lindsay.www.normanlindsay.com.auThe Roaring 20s...and all that Jazz! The 1920s was a roaring time in the Blue Mountains, Lithgow and Oberon Region. Re-live this golden era by attending some of the many activities and events taking place during February. Frock Up. Jazz Up. Come Up and celebrate The Roaring 20s...and all that Jazz! www.visitbluemountains.com.auRydal Agricultural Show. The greatest little show in the west. Rydal Showground. www.tourism.lithgow.comMARCHSix Foot Track Marathon. This 45 kilometre race from the Explorers Tree near Katoomba to Jenolan Caves is Australias largest 100% off road marathon.www.sixfoot.comBlue Mountains Music Festival of Folk, Roots and Blues. A three day internationally renowned festival of folk, roots and blue music featuring artists from around Australia and the world.www.bmff.org.auLithgow Flash Gift. Australias richest female footrace. Athletes from around Australia compete under a handicap system. www.tourism.lithgow.comThe Norman Lindsay Festival of Childrens Literature. Talks, workshops and book signings by well-known childrens book authors held within the grounds of the home of The Magic Pudding.www.normanlindsay.com.auSpringwood Foundation Day. Community Festival with parades, stalls and much more.www.visitbluemountains.com.auAPRILLithgow Agricultural Show. Come and see all the attractions of the show.www.tourism.lithgow.comIronfest. Celebrate the festival of all things metal through entertainment, music and art. Ironfest features the International Jousting Championship and Colonialre-enactments. www.ironfest.com.auCar Net Rally of Lithgow. Witness the spectacle of rally cars competing. Ceremonial start in the main street with the rally conducted in the nearby State forests.www.rallyoithgow.comConcert in the Caves. Immerse yourself in a concert in the Cathedral Chamber of the Lucas Caves. Jenolan Caves host regular musical performances throughout the year. www.jenolancaves.org.auMAYGreat Train Weekend, Mount Victoria. A great event for train buffs and everyone alike. www.mountvictoria.bizWinmalee Autumn Artfest. Local artists work and crafts. Winmalee High School. www.visitbluemountains.com.auAutumn Harvest Food & Wine Fair. Mount Tomah Botanic Garden. Tantalise your tastebuds with fresh produce from local producers and growers.www.mounttomahbotanicgarden.com.auThe North Face. A journey through 100km of wilderness trails that will delivery nothing less than the ultimate endurance experience. www.thenorthface.com.auWild Endurance. A team event that races 100 kilometres through the region raising funds to save the planet.www.wildendurance.org.auVaruna The Writers House presents the Sydney Writers Festival. Each year Australias only national writers centre hosts events in conjunction with the Sydney Writers Festival. www.varuna.com.auThomas at the Zig Zag RailwayIronfest LithgowRockleys Annual RodeoJUNEWinter Magic Festival. The winter months are a special time in the region. This month long event celebrates all thats wonderful about the season including a street parade that lls Katoombas main street with colourful performers. One of Australias largest community festivals www.wintermagic.com.auNRMA CareFlight Woodford to Glenbrook Classic. Ride or run from the Blue Mountains town of Woodford to Glenbrook via the Oaks Fire Trail. This incredibly scenic route is mostly downhill and in great condition for mountain bikes or a good set of running shoes.http://careight.orgWizards Express. Enjoy the magic and mystery of the Zig Zag Railways Harry Potter themed train rides. (June/July August/September). www.zigzagrailway.com.auJULYYulefest celebrations. Held throughout the region in hotels, guesthouses and resorts. www.visitbluemountains.com.auWizards School of Magic. Enjoy some magical school holiday fun with Mistress Wollemia Bubblebark. (June/July/August) www.mounttomahbotanicgarden.com.auAUGUSTVietnam Veterans and Associated Forces Memorial Day Springwood. www.visitbluemountains.com.auSpringwood High School Annual Artshow. An outstanding event with over 1000 art works on display.www.visitbluemountains.com.auSEPTEMBERHazelbrook/Woodford Spring Garden Festival. These diverse and delightful gardens offer something of interest to all, set amidst the unique charm of the Blue Mountains.www.visitbluemountains.com.auDaffodils at Rydal. Stroll through rural gardens experiencing the magic of Spring. www.rydal.com.auOberon Daffodil Spring Garden Festival. Open gardens in andaround Oberon.www.oberonfestivals.com.auOCTOBERLeura Gardens Festival. Famous for their different magnicent displays of springtime colour and beauty in public and private gardens.www.leuragardensfestival.com.auLeura Village Fair. Leura Mall comes alive with the annual celebration of Spring.www.leuravillage.com.auBreenhold Gardens Annual Springfest Concert. Bring a picnic and relax in this Mount Wilson Heritage listed garden estate. www.breenhold.com.auOktoberfest. Celebrate with authentic German cuisine, Lowenbrau beer and German Om-pa-pa Band.www.thecarrington.com.auNOVEMBERBlackheath Rhododendron Festival and Art Show. The village of Blackheath comes alive with oral displays, art show, parade and much more. www.rhodofestival.com.auWild About Waratahs. Designed to celebrate our States oral emblem and inspire a love of Waratahs in the wild. www.mounttomahbotanicgarden.com.auCelebrate Lithgow. A week of celebration culminating in the annual street party.www.tourism.lithgow.comGlenbrook Spring Festival.Popular for local art, craft, live shows, displays, amusements and stalls.www.glenbrookchamber.com.auKedumba Drawing Award. Considered one of the premier events for drawing in Australia. www.kedumba.org.auDECEMBERChristmas Carols. Various locations throughout the region including a festive performance at Jenolan Caves.www.jenolancaves.org.auSunny Corner Sunday. Local artists display the variety of local arts. Entertainment and displays at various locations within the village.www.tourism.lithgow.comThese are only a few of the events and festivals. For more information on these and regional markets, exhibitions and music in the Blue Mountains Region visitwww.visitbluemountains.com.auOberon Daffodil Spring Garden FestivalTrout Fishing in Oberon. Season opens November.Christmas Carols at Jenolan CavesLeura Gardens FestivalStreet performers at the Winter Magic Festival Katoomba