Join us for our Community Fun Day to celebrate Harwood Sugar Mill’s 150th year!
Get ready for a day filled with excitement, activities, and celebrations as we commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Harwood Sugar Mill. The day will be filled with food, music, entertainment and activities the whole family will enjoy.
Event Details
Date Sunday, August 25th
Time 9am to 3pm
Location Harwood Cricket Oval – Australia’s oldest privately owned cricket ground, owned by Sunshine Sugar and the Harwood Sugar Mill.
Program Highlights
Gates Open at 9am Kick off the day with an Official Opening and Welcome to Country at 9:15am.
Free Kids Activities All Day Enjoy a petting zoo, face painting, obstacle courses, train rides, and meet the Wildlife Twins.
Roving Entertainers and a Photo Booth Capture fun memories and be entertained throughout the day.
Cooking Demonstrations and Masterclasses Learn from the best with Peter Nicholson of Nicholson Fine Foods and Belinda Jeffery.
Hobby Horse Races Join in and cheer on the competitors in these whimsical races.
Live Music Enjoy performances by kids band The Gumboots, Pacific Valley School Band, Nathan Beretta and the BJ’s Blues Breakers, and covers band Pink Zinc.
Community Stalls: Visit stalls from RAMPH, Head Space, local schools and more.
Food and Drinks Indulge in delicious offerings from over 20 different food vendors and relax in the Sanctus Beer Garden.
Additional Attractions
Museum Displays
Explore the rich history of Harwood Sugar Mill, local industry and community.
Location: Harwood Hall, River Street
Vintage Machinery Displays
Marvel at the vintage machinery and get up close to the iconic Beardmore barge.
Location: Harwood Sugar Mill precinct
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate a significant milestone in our community’s history. Bring your family and friends for a day of fun, food, and festivities at the Harwood Cricket Oval.
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A big thank you to all our sponsors:
Gold Sponsor
Silver Sponsors
Train Sponsor
Event Supporter
Bronze Sponsors
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