Go deeper in the Blue Mountains
The Three Sisters rock formations in Katoomba are famous in Australia and the world over. But we’re so much more than that. With 26 villages surrounded by UNESCO World Heritage-listed national park the Blue Mountains has a diversity of experiences to offer.
Just look a little deeper...
From mocktails atop a cable car suspended 400m above a stunning World Heritage listed valley, with the Three Sisters right beside you, to a chilled wine amongst the native wildlife, with the escarpment glowing orange at sunset. Visit the Blue Mountains for a soul enriching experience.
The Blue Mountains is an eco-certified World Heritage listed destination where rock climbing, canyoning and bush walking are accompanied by award-winning restaurants, beer voted the best in Australia, wineries and a quirky side; think art deco grand hotels, one-off shops you find nowhere else and world class art galleries.
Our vision is to be celebrated not only as a destination, but as an exemplar for sustainability.
World Heritage-listed Greater Blue Mountains Area is located within the Country of six first nations being the Darkinjung, Dharawal, Dharug, Gundungurra, Wonnarua and Wiradjuri Traditional Owners.
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30 Nov 2024 - 30 Nov 2025
Oberon Outdoor Festival
This is a month-long festival with something for everyone from a teddy bears picnic for the small members of the community, to a fun run, sip and splash for the over 21's, redfin roundup fishing comp and a fossicking day out at burraga dam.
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19 Dec 2024 - 15 Dec 2025
Ngurra Bayala (Country speaks)
Co-curated with Dharug artist and curator Leanne Tobin, Ngurra Bayala (Country speaks) celebrates the video work of seven female First Nations artists. Ngurra Bayala will be on permanent display, as per the Cultural Centre’s opening hours for two years.National Gallery of Australia Artists: Megan Cope, Fiona Foley, Julie Gough and r e a.Blue Mountains Aboriginal practitioners: Aunty Sharyn Halls (...
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26 Jul 2025 - 17 Nov 2025
House of Ghosts exhibition by Wendy Sharpe
Wendy Sharpe's House of Ghosts exhibition at Norman Lindsay Gallery features ephemeral wall paintings, oil paintings, works on paper, light installations and more.The concept of ghosts and the afterlife appears in almost every culture. House of Ghosts explores the intersection of the real and the imagined – the seen and unseen, Imagined figures, spirits, ghosts, memories of people, or some kind of...
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19 Sep 2025
Inner Joy Retreat
Craving a reset? Ready to get your happy back?The Inner Joy Retreat is a soul-nourishing weekend designed to bring you back to yourself — gently, joyfully, and in the most beautiful setting.This two-night yoga and meditation retreat in the Blue Mountains is Happy Buddha's signature experience.You'll enjoy yoga, guided meditation, inspiring workshops including African drumming, wholesome vegetarian...
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19 Sep 2025
Silent Meditation Retreat
Shine a light on your inner self...This do-able and accessible silent meditation retreat in the Blue Mountains NSW, is a lot more diverse than you might think.The practice of meditation and its intention go beyond relaxation. Observing your inner thought patterns can teach greater stress tolerance and emotional balance that lasts long after the retreat is over.True stillness removes the pressure o...
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20 Sep 2025
Springwood Spring Festival
Join the fun at the Springwood Spring Festival in 2025! The festival celebrates the village's heritage and showcases what it has become, drawing thousands of people to celebrate the spirit of the town. It is a non-profit event, and all money raised goes back into the local community. You can catch a train or park at the commuter carpark at Springwood Station. This event promises non-stop fun and e...
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20 Sep 2025
Downunder Cigar Box Guitar Festival
Australia's First-Ever National Cigar Box Guitar Festival is Here, featuring interstate and international players – and it's going to be a riot!Get ready to stomp your feet, shake your hips, and feel the groove – because the Downunder Cigar Box Festival is hitting Portland, NSW for two unforgettable days of gritty, foot-stomping, homemade music magic!Head Portland this September for a weekend of p...
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20 Sep 2025
Woman
They are back baby with an even bigger and brighter show!Join them for Woman – an unforgettable night of music.Featuring hits through the years from artists including Gaga, Aretha, Kylie, Dolly, Chappell, Judy, Cyndi, Madonna, Tina, Donna, Annie, Alanis and Cher, performed by talented locals from the Lithgow, Blayney and Bathurst community and supported by entertainment professionals, you're in fo...