Jilliby Public School

Artisans on Acres

Enjoy some relaxing music while you sit and eat a delicious lunch. Watch the children play as you eat cream and jam covered scones with a cup of tea. Immerse yourself in a range of creative workshops and demonstrations!

  

  

  

Jilliby Public School

Eat like an eco Warrior

Want to eat better, eat more plant based, live more sustainably, be zero waste and plastic free or have a passion to make a difference in your community?  Be empowered to embrace a healthier you and a greener Earth. Get inspired with plenty of practical plant-based eating, kitchen and waste tips. 

  

  

POMs Camp

Archery experience

Join the Tuggerah Lakes Field Archers as they help you to get hands on with this instructed archery experience.  Archery is a fun sport for all levels of fitness. Kids must be over 6 years old to try archery.

  

  

The Giving Farm

Farm animal pat, cuddle and feed experience

Enjoy an extra special, animal experience, on our certified organic farm. From cuddles with babydoll lambs and kids, to feeding cows and geese plus everything in-between including cuddles with chickens, even Buddy the rooster! This hands-on experience is not to be missed.

   

  

Iris Lodge Alpacas

Breakfast with Alpacas and Harvest Festival Open Day

Join Iris Lodge Alpacas during the June long weekend for an array of accessible and engaging experiences that will immerse you in the wonders of their sanctuary. You are invited to embark on memorable adventures that celebrate the spirit of the festival. From breakfast with alpacas to getting up and close personal with alpacas, llamas, sheep and cows.

  

The Salvation Army Equine Connections and Hopetown School

Day on the Farm in Dooralong

A family friendly day at the farm with educational and engaging activities for everyone. Book a pony ride with a herd of therapy horses.  Enjoy live music, market stalls, water life investigations, food truck delights and great coffee.  Feast on a picnic in the orchard with a pre-ordered gourmet picnic!

  

  

Wyong Creek Public School

Fun day at the creek

Come and join the fun at Wyong Creek Public School's "Fun day at The Creek".  Experience a range of exciting and interactive stalls, arts and crafts, local performances and plenty of fun games. Enjoy the great Aussie BBQ, freshly made lemonade and lots of tasty baked sweet treats!

  

Platypus Day

Learn about water creatures

Celebrate the amazing platypus that inhabit Wyong river. Learn about their habitat, what they eat and how they protect themselves. Go on a waterbug hunt, watch a wildlife show and spot the local birdlife while you enjoy a walk through the stunning village of Mardi. 

  

  

Yarramalong School of Art

Bush dancing

Bring the family down to Yarramalong School of Arts hall to enjoy a bush dance with live music from a favourite bush band! Enjoy a sausage sizzle and beverage while you watch family and friends dance the night away.

  

  

Angel Sussurri

Stop for a bite to eat

Indulge in the flavours of the season at Angel Sussurri, where great food, coffee, service, and atmosphere await you on your Harvest Festival journey. Whether you're seeking a cozy spot for breakfast, a delightful lunch, or a memorable dinner with friends and family, this restaurant is the perfect destination. 

  

  

Grace Springs Farm

Farm Tours

Come and experience what farm life is really like! Pat the cow, cuddle a chook, collect the eggs & see the pigs being fed. This is an informative and interactive 90 min tour of a chemical free and regenerative farm. The tour is suitable for all ages with fresh produce available to purchase.

  

Mangrove Mountain Visitors Centre

Dam Day Out!

Visit the new and interactive Mangrove Creek Dam Visitor Centre and take in breathtaking views of the Central Coast’s largest dam while being besotted by the beautiful flora and fauna that occupy the area. Keep the kids entertained with a live theatre performance from local company Gibber or hone your water-wise gardening skills with a free workshop on wicking beds and other water resilient gardening techniques. 

  

Kulnura Public School

Market fresh hub

Come and purchase freshly grown produce from local farmers for a real 'farm to plate' experience. Market stalls will be offering eggs, fruits, veggies, oranges, seedlings, flowers and plants, river mint tea plus a bonsai demonstration!

  

  

East Coast Beverages

Bambino's on the Farm

Bambino's on the Farm is not to be missed. Ride through citrus aisles on a tractor trailer tour, pick your own oranges and sip on the finest coffee from our new on-site café Bambino's whilst cosied up in the orchard on a picnic blanket. Groove to live music and play some lawn games. Dogs are welcome!

  

  

Alison Homestead

Step back in history

The Homestead is set on two hectares in a rural setting on Wyong's first land grant dating back to 1825. See displays of memorabilia, furniture, toys, household items, photos, equipment, machinery and tools relating to the early settlers of Wyong and surrounds. Enjoy a Devonshire Tea and listen to a historical talk about the property. 

  

  

  

Wyong

Taste of Wyong

Wyong Town Park will host Taste of Wyong where you can enjoy cuisines from the many local restaurants, free family friendly activities and live music from local musicians. Come and join the fun and celebrate the Harvest Festival!

  

  

Amber Lane Distillery

Whiskey Tasting at Cellar Door

Come along to taste award winning whiskey and some of the best whiskey being made in Australia. Learn about the time-honoured alchemical tradition of distillation in Amber Lane's massive 3600 Litre copper still. 

  

  

  

Wyong Creek Public School

Fun day at the creek

Come and join Wyong Creek Public School's "Fun day at The Creek" for an exciting time by the water. Enjoy interactive stalls, arts and crafts, local performances and lots of fun games. Keep bellies full with BBQ food, homemade fresh lemonade & plenty of delicious baked sweet treats.

  

  

Central Coast Council Environmental Education

Platypus Day

Enjoy a day by the river and try and spot a wild platypus, catch waterbugs, test the water quality and listen to talks from experts. Join a birdwatching tour and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Woodbury Inn Park, Mardi.

  

Ringers Western Open Day

Stop by the Farm

Immerse yourself with homegrown artists, stalls, food vans, in store deals and a pop up bar! Take in the food, fun and music, there's something for everyone to enjoy. It's a great day to call in as you make your way through the Harvest Festival.

  

  

The Bloom Barn Farm

Pick your own sunflowers

Pick your own sunflowers and enjoy making them into a beautiful bouquet afterwards. Toast marshmallows in the fire pit and enjoy a coffee from the onsite coffee cart while the kids have their faces painted. Feel free to bring a rug and picnic lunch to take in the sea of sunflowers.

  

The Springs - Quack Shack

Winter Woodfire pizza

Experience the best of winter with our delicious Woodfire Pizza and live music at The Springs, or opt for a sophisticated dining experience in our restaurant. Located in the serene hinterland of Peats Ridge, The Springs offers a tranquil escape for relaxation and enjoyment amidst picturesque surroundings.

  

  

Central Coast Soaring Club

Gliding lesson

Take to the skies in a winch glider and smoothly glide over the lovely countryside around Mangrove Mountain. Enjoy this This introduction to gliding, ideal for those who just want to see what it is like take in the view. The flight will be between about 5 minutes and 15 minutes depending on conditions.

  

  

Mangrove Mountain Hall

Stories in Landscape

Immerse yourself in an interactive art installation created by children and young people from the mountains and valleys of the Central Coast in response to the climatic impacts which have affected their communities. The art installation was a co-designed and collaborative project with students from Central Mangrove Public School and local home schooling communities alongside studio Lu & Lu and Lead by Story.

  

  

Westy's Place Field Day

Fun on the farm

Field Day at Westy's Place has activities for everyone to enjoy! Have fun picking your own macadamia nuts and eating what you've picked. The kids will love the jumping castle and face painting stand. Plus, don't miss out on our ticketed nature craft workshops with The Flower Fairies! Food trucks will be ready to serve you delicious food and there will also be tractors and vintage machinery to admire.

  

Coachwood Nursery

Succulents, rare plants and workshops

Come and enjoy this unique organic nursery & farm in Somersby. The nursery features a beautiful range of indoor and outplants, succulents, fresh and dried plants. Stay and take a workshop and use succulents or dried flowers to create a beautiful keepsake. For those green finger gardeners, enjoy an organic garden workshop and guided tour of the farm. 

  

  

Artisan Estate

Pecan picking

A Harvest Festival favourite! Pick your own Pecans at Artisan Estate amongst 400 beautiful pecan trees. Watch tree shaking and agricultural demonstrations which are on throughout the weekend. This is a fun filled family event that can't be missed. 

  

Sustainable natives

A gardener's dream

Enjoy time to explore this native production nursery and see the diverse range of native plants the nursery propagates and grows to help attract birds and other fauna to the Central Coast. Nursery tours are available to learn about the process how the nursery's work is helping local bush regeneration. Plants can be purchased so you too can grow them at home.

  

Australian Reptile Park

Jurassic June

Dinosaurs will be on the loose, roaming throughout the park captivating audiences allowing visitors to interact with them and truly immerse themselves in a land before time! Visit the park's own "living dinosaurs" including Elvis, the iconic saltwater crocodile, the resident Komodo dragons and giant Galapagos tortoises! 

  

  

Goodmayes Orchard

Pick your own mandarins

Come and visit the mandarin orchards and enjoying picking the zesty fruit!  Bring along a picnic, or grab a coffee and pastry from some of our fabulous vendors, and sit within our wild grass picnic area to pause and reconnect with nature before continuing on with your adventure on the Harvest Trail.

  

Glenworth Grazing Food & Wine Festival

Fun for all ages

Immerse yourself in a world of entertainment and fun that brings family and friends together. With amazing live music to get you dancing and a delicious food experience to get your taste buds tingling and a huge range of craft beers, premium wines, handmade gins to enjoy. And, with tons of kid's entertainment, it’s the festival for all ages.

  

  

Cafe One Fifty Four, Budgewoi

Nestled in the heart of Budegwoi enjoy a varied menu of wholesome and nutritious food.  With specials such as their special pavlova, nacho or bbq bacon buttery croissants, this charming cafe will excite your taste buds.

  

Three Peas Eatery, Warnervale

We welcome a newbie cafe to the Coast serving nourishing foods made from seasonal ingredients, leaving you feeling healthy and full of goodness. From fresh bean and pork burrito bowls to banana and walnut muffins, this newcomer has its customer's health at heart. 

  

Duck Duck Moose, Wyong

Coffee served in an adorable laneway

In the heart of Wyong, up a gallery precinct laneway is a bustling cafe serving speciality coffee and house baked goods. Stop by for an early morning coffee before work or brunch in style with food set to bring your taste buds alive! 

  

Triple Two Cafe, Somersby

Supporting our local farmers and suppliers

Using the freshest and finest ingredients from the Central Coast, this cafe wholeheartedly believes in supporting local. Their sustainable menu boasts a delicious selection of gourmet sandwiches, hearty salads, tasty pastas, tempting treats and speciality coffee.

  

Cake & Plate, Niagara Park

Cupcakes and coffee

The Central Coast's dessert bar and coffee shop is a sweet treat for anyone! The cafe offers a variety of delicious house made cupcakes and treats along with barista made coffee. Why not combine your visit with taking a class and learning how to decorate your own cupcakes and cakes!

  

  

Zanziba Riverside Cafe, West Gosford

Modern, light and airy ambience

Nestled in the Riverside business park, this go-to popular spot is a great place for coffee, breakfast and lunch, serving a variety tasty fresh meals and sweet treats. Enjoy the contemporary cafes feels while you relax inside or out. 

  

The Village Emporium, Wamberal

Feeding a village

The name of the cafe says it all, a place where the locals like to go! With an extensive range of gluten free, vegan and vegetarian options, enjoy the taste of authentic artisan bakes breads, speciality coffee and a selection of house made provisions. 

  

Brown Sugar Bakery, Forresters Beach

Award winning bakery

Multi award winning bakery baking fresh artisan loaves, cakes and pies daily! Stop by for a homemade pie and see what has the town talking. Try their brisket and BBQ bourbon with jalapenos and cheese pie and afterwards treat yourself to a coffee and lamington to go!

  

Better Days Cafe, Tumbi Umbi

Nourishing soul and stomach

Nourishing, wholesome and simple food to make your day and life better. This non-for-profit cafe, gives back to the community through pathway careers, making a difference to the lives of locals. Enjoy great 'grab and go' healthy muffins or dine in for a satisfying breakfast or lunch.

  

Belle & Co Coffee, Long Jetty

Boutique coastal dining

Located right between the beach and lake, step inside the breezy coastal feels of this boutique coffee house and relax into the vibes of the Coast. This paw friendly cafe offers a puppachino for your dog and an array seasonal blended coffee for humans!

  

Village Kiosk, Toowoon Bay

Kiosk by the Coast

Enjoy a freshly baked muffin in a mug served with a perfectly brewed coffee while unwinding from a busy morning. Stay for lunch and dine on the revamped terrace deck and let the sound of the waves wash away your worries. 

  

The Surf Shack, North Entrance

Good vibes only

At the North Entrance Surf Live Saving Club, the busy cafe has all the food you need to replenish your energy after a morning at the beach surfing and swimming. Fill up on gourmet burgers, fresh juices and ice teas! 

  

  

The Island Cafe, Norah Head

Coastal inspired cafe

Sit inside this coastal cafe and feel the vibes of the beach come to you. With a coastal blue and white theme decor, it's a great place to have a yummy breakfast bowl to start the day or a poke bowl for lunch. Perhaps you'd fancy an order to go and picnic on beach! 

  

Norah Head beach Haus, Norah Head

Fresh, local and seasonal dishes

Situated next to the iconic Norah Head Lighthouse and the rock pool, pop in for a healthy breakfast after an early morning beach walk or a beautiful brunch to replenish your body after climbing the steps of the famous lighthouse.