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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 7 and Sunday 8 June 2025, 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

Jilliby school is hosting 'Artisan on Acres' during the 2025 Harvest Festival. Come along and immerse yourself in a variety of workshops or demonstratons along with a variety of good quality arts and crafts for sale. From metal forging to weaving, painting to pottery, here is something for everyone. 

  

  

  

  

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. Archery minimum age - 6 years old. Pre-booked sessions available (see times below) or just come to the Camp between 9am and 2pm on either day.

  

  

  

The Giving Farm

Farm animal pat, cuddle and feed experience

Cuddle, feed, and learn about adorable farm animals at a certified organic farm! Meet goats, babydoll sheep, chickens, ducks, and cows, bottle-feed babies, hunt for eggs, and discover farm life with friendly farmers. A farmtastic hands-on adventure awaits!  

  

   

  

Iris Lodge Alpacas

Breakfast with Alpacas and Harvest Festival Open Day

Get up close with our 140 friendly alpacas at Iris Lodge Alpacas in Jilliby, Central Coast! Our Alpaca Meet & Greet is a hands-on experience perfect for families, couples, and animal lovers. Feed, cuddle, and snap unforgettable photos with our photogenic herd while learning fun alpaca facts from our knowledgeable team.

  

  

Horseshoe valley Farm

Hungry for honey?

Stop by the  Horseshoe Valley Farm farmstand to sample a variety of locally produced raw honey and take home a jar or two of your favourites.

 

 

  

  

Yadhaba Farm Horses

Come and meet the horses

A wonder-filled day at the farm for the whole family!   Feel like you are in another world as you walk through the Tall Forest. Be creative and make something beautiful. Get your hands dirty and plant a tree. Feed treats to a horse.  Enjoy Cue & Crew burgers, live music, snacks, great coffee, demonstrations and stalls.  Book the kids tickets for unique experiences with our therapy horses. 

  

  

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