Upcoming Events in Penrith
For something fun to do this weekend, look no further than Penrith- the Adventure Capital of NSW. Penrith is home to world-class events such as Defqon.1, the Rowing World Cup, Ironman 70.3, Ballet under the Stars and the Real Festival. Located only 50mins from Sydney, Penrith is your ultimate event destination.
Exhibitions
Penrith’s busy events calendar includes a diverse range of exhibitions, trade fairs and expos.
Electric Domestic: modern lives - suburban dreams
02 January 2019 - 30 October 2019
NSW State Archives exhibition exploring power, modernity and the promotion of the suburban dream in mid-1960s Australia
Family
There’s plenty of fun and affordable things to do with the family in Penrith, just 50 min from Sydney’s CBD.
Festivals
Penrith’s busy events calendar features a variety of festivals.
Sydney International Whitewater Festival
15 February 2019 - 24 February 2019
The largest international whitewater event in the Asia Pacific since 2000
Luddenham Show
02 March 2019 - 03 March 2019
The 115th Annual Luddenham Show - The original country show
Markets
MARKETS Stroll through and grab a bargain at one of the many specialty markets Penrith has to offer.
Penrith Showground Market
27 February 2019
A large midweek market held every Wednesday morning, rain, hail or shine
Luddenham Show
02 March 2019 - 03 March 2019
The 115th Annual Luddenham Show - The original country show
Performances
Located only 50 minutes from Sydney’s CBD, Penrith boasts a steady stream of nationally and internationally renowned performing artists.
Dinkum Assorted
22 February 2019
A mixture of comedy, drama, dance and music, this play is a slice of Australia’s social history
Dirty Dusting
22 February 2019
A hilarious comedy presented by mature characters with motive, opportunity and a lifetime of experience
Kings of Country Rock Tour
22 February 2019
An epic musical salute to Americas number one country rock legends: The Eagles and Creedence Clearwater Revival
Sport
Penrith is home to many world-class venues and is the host thrilling sporting events such as Ironman 70.3 and the Sydney International Rowing Regatta.
Sydney International Whitewater Festival
15 February 2019 - 24 February 2019
The largest international whitewater event in the Asia Pacific since 2000
Oceania Championships Slalom
22 February 2019 - 24 February 2019
Part of the 2019 Sydney International Whitewater Festival
Workshops
Pursue your passion, follow your interests, develop a skill and learn something new in Penrith.
Healing The Gut Workshop
23 February 2019
A practical introduction to broth, kombucha and fermented foods
Track Attack Open Track Day at Luddenham Raceway
24 February 2019
Your Car, Our Track – Find out what you and your car are made of
Astronomy Night
02 March 2019
The Western Sydney University Observatory holds astronomy nights on various topics...
