COWRA COMMUNITY MARKETS Sid Kallas Oval, 8:30am - 12:00pm The Cowra Community Markets are held every third Saturday of every month at Sid Kallas Oval with a wide variety of local fresh produce, diverse stallholders and local buskers. Each month at their Markets you can find locally grown fruit and veg, eggs, honey, oils and other pantry staples. They also have home baked bread, cakes, slices and biscuits, homemade preserves, homewares and gift ideas, clothing, candles, plants, collectables and bric-a-brac, tea and coffee, and much more. LEARN TO PLAY BOWLS Sundays 9:15am, Cowra Bowling Club $10 per Adult per game, Children free Looking for a fun, social, and relaxed way to spend your Sundays? Join the Cowra Bowling Club and have a chance to learn to play bowls every week! Whether you’re a complete beginner or just want to refine your skills, the Cowra Eagles Bowlers will guide you through the game! To register your interest, simply contact: Sonia Morgan - 0425 228 505 Mim Shroder - 0417 062 679 Bob Morgan - 0481 244 081 LITTLE FISHES AT THE MUSEUM Ages of Fishes Museum Free program and entry Join friendly staff at the Age of Fishes Museum Canowindra on the first Friday of every month for some fun, hands on science lessons! Each month, the little fishes' study a new topic. Perfect for curious minds and little adventurers, this fun and educational session is sure to spark creativity and wonder. LANDSCAPE DIALOGUES - LITTLE MAGPIE GALLERY April 1-30, W 10-1, Thurs & Fri 10-4, Sat 9:30-1 Wednesday: 10AM-1PM Thursday: 10AM-4PM Friday:10AM-4PM Saturday: 9.30AM-1PM Landscape Dialogues follows Orange-based artist, Rhonda Campbell, in her journeys through paintings and works on paper into the Australian landscape. The exhibition is curated by art historian and Cowra resident Peter Haynes who has also written the essay in the publication that accompanies the exhibition. LEARN TO PLAY CROQUET Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 8:45 Corner Darling and Brougham Streets, $5 per game. It's a fun way to play sport in a relaxed and social way. Join us for a meet and greet, Dress: casual, flat soled shoes, hat and drink bottle. Open to all over 10 years old. Those interested can call Carmel (0409939241), Jenny (0400395196) Elaine (0409781271). BOGANS HERO - Wyangala Country Club April 19, 8pm to close A salute to Aussie rock. Head to the Wyangala Country Club on the 19/4 (Easter Saturday) and enjoy some tunes from band Bogan Heroes from 8pm. CANOWINDRA INTERNATIONAL BALLOON CHALLENGE 26 April - 4 May 2025 Canowindra Showgrounds. The Cabonne Community Glow is the signature event of the Canowindra International Balloon Challenge. The Cabonne Community Glow is an amazing family-friendly spectacle and should not be missed. Furnace and the Fundamentals, Big Night Out, and Nathan Lamont (and one other yet to be announced) will be the festival’s entertainment on Friday, 2 May 2025. The Cabonne Community Glow event will take place on 3 May 2025. CANOWINDRA BBQ MASTERS Saturday, 26 April, Gaskill Street, 5-9pm Cook up a storm alongside some of the region’s best grilling masters, with prizes which include a full lamb, vouchers, and complementary BBQ Aprons for participants. Register today at www.123tix.com.au/events/46896/canowindra-bbq-masters FLICKERFEST SHORT FILM FESTIVAL 2025 Rosnay Winery 27 April 6:45, with optional dinner from 5:45 A specially curated selection of highlights from Flickerfest’s Australian Academy Qualifying competition programmes in Bondi 2025. See the best entries of this year’s 34th festival. Rosnay organic wine will be served, and BYO alcohol is not permitted. All adult tickets include a free glass of wine or soft drink. EASTER IN THE GARDEN Cowra Japanese Gardens, Friday 18 April 2025 to Monday 21 April 2025 Looking for something to do this Easter Long Weekend? Cowra Japanese Garden are ready to welcome you to its breathtaking strolling garden, vibrant with the changing hues of autumn. Plus, a special treat for the kids—a visit from the Easter Bunny! Pack your picnic basket, bring the whole family, and enjoy a delightful day surrounded by nature. Savour delicious Japanese Street food from Koyama Kitchen and enjoy even more tasty options from the on-site café. KOYO MATSURI Friday 2 May - Saturday 3 May Join visitors from across the country at the stunning Cowra Japanese Garden and Cultural Centre as we welcome in autumn and get ready to celebrate Kōyo Matsuri for 2025. In Japanese, Kōyō ~ 紅葉 which translates to ‘colourful leaves’. This time is used to seek out and admire the Autumnal changes. COWRA MASONIC HALL EVENTS HIRE Cowra Masonic Hall is available for hire for weddings, dinners, birthday parties, functions and meetings. Please phone Geoff Baker on 0417 423 678
