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Things to do in Jilliby and Dooralong during Harvest Festival

Things to do
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Things to do in Jilliby and Dooralong during Harvest Festival

Things to do

You'll forget you are on the Central Coast as you wind your way around the rural charm of Jilliby and Dooralong stopping at farm gates to enjoy pony rides, feed farm animals, breakfast with alpacas and try your hand at archery. This June long weekend, our region will come together for the region's annual harvest festival giving you the chance to enjoy farms, locally made foods, drinks and more! Get your friends together and support our wonderful local community. 

Please visit the Harvest Festival website for more information about events that are on during the Harvest Festival.

When: Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 June 2024, across the Central Coast's Hinterland.

Photo opportunity: Snap a selfie in the beautiful rural countryside with an llamas, babydoll lambs and local artisans.

Keen to be featured in one of our Itineraries? We’d love to hear from you.

*This itinerary is intended as an inspirational guide only. We encourage you to check ahead of your visit that individual businesses are open, or book in advance to ensure the best experience.

The Itinerary

Take the lush green country roads, stop by local farms, taste award winning produce and visit the growers who feed the Central Coast.

Discover two hidden hinterland destinations and explore the rural goodness that you'll find in Jilliby and Dooralong during the Harvest Festival.

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!

  

  

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