Cowra’s town centre will come alive on Saturday, 4 October 2025, with the inaugural Bell Beats Music & Arts Festival. A vibrant new event celebrating creativity, culture, and community. Proudly funded by the NSW Government’s Open Streets Program in partnership with Cowra Shire Council, this free, ticketed festival promises a full day of live performances, immersive art, and local flavour.

Bell Beats is designed to be inclusive and family-friendly, welcoming people of all ages. Due to the licensed nature of the event, attendees under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, and those 18+ must present valid ID.

Although entry is free, tickets are required to manage crowd capacity and meet licensing and grant reporting requirements. Only 1,800 tickets are available, and no ticket means no entry. A limited number of tickets may be available at the gate from 12:30pm if not sold out online.

Festival Highlights Include:

Live music from acclaimed artists including Budjerah, Steph Strings, and Stewart Barton

Creative arts precinct with installations, projections, and workshops

Local food and wine from regional producers

Free water refill stations (BYO empty bottle)

Culturally respectful programming, honouring the Wiradjuri people and First Nations communities

Festival entry and exit points will be located on Darling Street and Kendal Street. A dedicated drop-off zone for accessible needs will be available only at the Kendal Street entrance, ensuring safe and convenient access for attendees requiring assistance.

Celebrate Cowra’s very own music and arts festival and help support its longevity by picking up some Bell Beats merchandise.

Available items include:

Stubby holders

T-shirts

Hats

Branded polycarbonate wine tumblers and schooner glasses — perfect for reuse on the day and a great way to help reduce waste.

To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience:

No BYO food or alcohol (exceptions for infants and approved medical needs)

No camping chairs, rugs, or large umbrellas — seating and picnic rugs are provided

No pets, except for certified assistance dogs

Prams are welcome

MUST bring good vibes only!

Gates open at 12:45pm, with the event concluding by 9:00pm. Please note that access to the Peace Bell site will be restricted to ticket holders during the festival.

Bell Beats Festival marks a new chapter in Cowra’s cultural calendar, a celebration of local talent, artistic expression and inclusive culture

For more information and to reserve your free tickets now go to www.bellbeats.com