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 the Rowing World Cup, Ironman 70.3 and the Real Festival. Located only 50 minutes from Sydney, Penrith is your ultimate event destination.

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Exhibitions

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Penrith’s busy events calendar includes a diverse range of exhibitions, trade fairs and expos.

Artwork by Blak Douglas

Blak Douglas : The Halfway Line

18 May 2025 (+ 62 more dates)

Penrith Regional Gallery Exhibition

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HSV Owners Club of NSW Muscle Car Show

25 May 2025

Muscle Car Show at the Paceway

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Collector Con

25 May 2025 (+ 2 more dates)

Toy, Hobby and Pop Culture Fair

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Family

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There’s plenty of fun and affordable things to do with the family in Penrith, just 50 min from Sydney’s CBD.

Penrith Showground Market

Penrith Paceway Market

21 May 2025 (+ 36 more dates)

Market held every Wednesday morning

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Harness Racing Night

22 May 2025 (+ 45 more dates)

Regular Racing Nights Brings The Excitement Of Harness Racing To The West

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Nepean River parkrun

24 May 2025 (+ 34 more dates)

It's a 5km run - you against the clock!

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Festivals

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Penrith’s busy events calendar features a variety of festivals.

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Winter Solstice

06 June 2025 (+ 3 more dates)

Join us over the June lone weekend for Winter Solstice!

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Beats, Brews & BBQ 2025

27 June 2025 (+ 1 more dates)

Penrith’s Ultimate Festival of Beer, BBQ & Live Entertainment

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Fireworks

Penrith Show 2025

30 August 2025 (+ 1 more dates)

The 180th Penrith Show

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Markets

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Stroll through and grab a bargain at one of the many specialty markets Penrith has to offer.

Penrith Showground Market

Penrith Paceway Market

21 May 2025 (+ 36 more dates)

Market held every Wednesday morning

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rowers on water

Australian Masters Rowing Championships

29 May 2025 (+ 3 more dates)

Rowing NSW is pleased to bring you the 2025 Australian Masters Rowing Championships

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Fireworks

Penrith Show 2025

30 August 2025 (+ 1 more dates)

The 180th Penrith Show

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Performances

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Located only 50 minutes from Sydney’s CBD, Penrith boasts a steady stream of nationally and internationally renowned performing artists.

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Ngana Birrung

23 May 2025

Ngana Birrung, meaning "Black Stars" in Dharug, is returning to showcasing some of the best First Nations music talent in Australia

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Prinnie Stevens: Lady Sings Soul

23 May 2025

Get ready to lose yourself in the soul-stirring magic of Prinnie Stevens!

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Infamous The Show

23 May 2025 (+ 7 more dates)

This is one Adult Circus you just don't want to miss!

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Sport

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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.

Line up of cars on Racetrack

Track Day at Luddenham Raceway

18 May 2025 (+ 4 more dates)

Find out what you and your car are made of - Perfect for Track & Street Cars

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Group of harness racing horses

Harness Racing Night

22 May 2025 (+ 45 more dates)

Regular Racing Nights Brings The Excitement Of Harness Racing To The West

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Three young women in jogging gear on Nepean River Parkrun

Nepean River parkrun

24 May 2025 (+ 34 more dates)

It's a 5km run - you against the clock!

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Workshops

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Pursue your passion, follow your interests, develop a skill and learn something new in Penrith.

Line up of cars on Racetrack

Track Day at Luddenham Raceway

18 May 2025 (+ 4 more dates)

Find out what you and your car are made of - Perfect for Track & Street Cars

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Introduction to Jewellery-making

18 May 2025

Adult Workshop with Tracy Kelly

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native tree pods

Botany Blitz

24 May 2025

We’re going on a guided walk and talk learning about the native plants found in Rickabys Creek

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