LETTERS TO SANTA
The holiday season is almost here and it’s time to get your letters to Santa ready! You can pop into the Forbes Council to pick up your special Santa letter templates from the front office from 8:30am to 5pm or download templates from the Forbes Sire Council website. Once your little ones have written their magical wishes and heartfelt messages, bring them back and drop them into Forbes Shire Council’s Santa Box starting November 22. Last letters to be posted by Monday, December 16. Santa and his elves can’t wait to read them!
BUNNINGS CHRISTMAS FAMILY EVENT
Thursday, December 5
From 5pm to 7pm at Bunnings Forbes there will be children's craft activities, and much more family fun. A BBQ will be available and Santa will be there for photos. Book your spots today as spaces are limited.
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ROTARY IPOMOEA CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL
Friday, December 6 to Sunday, December 8
Rotary Ipomoea invites you to make and decorate a Christmas tree, nativity or wreath for the 12th community Christmas Tree Festival. Contact Rotary Club of Forbes Ipomoea for more details.
BUILD FORBES TRADIES NIGHT
Friday, December 6
Forbes Shire Council invites everyone working or wanting to work in the building industry to their annual tradies night. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this event offers a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded tradespeople, expand your network, and gain valuable insights into the ever-evolving building and construction landscape. This is your chance to build valuable relationships, gain industry knowledge, and find out what’s shaping the future of construction in Forbes. Don’t miss out! Come along, discover new opportunities, and take your career and business to the next level. 6pm to 9pm at the Forbes Golf and Sportsman Hotel.
TRUNDLE CHRISTMAS MARKET
Friday, December 6
Trundle Christmas shopping night is coming up! From 3pm see all your favourite market stalls and get your Christmas goodies along the way at Trundle Hotel.
FORBES AUTO SPORTS CLUB AGM
Tuesday, December 10
A second AGM meeting has been scheduled in an attempt to fill all positions of the Forbes Auto Sports Club. Without a committee there will be no racing for the 2025 season. The club asks that you please come along, show your support and get behind a long established club.
CHRISTMAS CARNIVAL
Friday, December 13
You don't want to miss out on the best party of the year! Evolution Mining presents the Find it in Forbes Christmas carnival from 5pm to 9pm. There will be giant games, kids rides, face painting, market stalls and food stalls.
CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT
Saturday, December 14
Enjoy Carols by Candlelight in Victoria Park this year. Before the carols begin at 8pm there will be activities and Santa will make an appearance at 7pm. There will be talented local performers, food, drinks and glow candles on sale. Make sure to bring a chair or blanket to enjoy the night in comfort.
EUGOWRA CAROLS BY THE CREEK
Sunday, December 15
Carols by the creek is back again this year in Apex Park from 5:30pm. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon surrounded by community and Christmas carols.
HAVANNAH HOUSE CHRISTMAS LUNCH
Thursday, December 25
No one should spend Christmas alone or without a delicious Christmas Lunch! The Havannah House Group are welcoming local residents to join them at Forbes Town Hall for a beautiful Christmas Lunch at 12pm. For more information, book transport and RSVP please contact Havannah House on 6852 1366 or email havannahhouse@gmail.com
TRUNDLE TESTICLE FESTIVAL
Thursday, December 26
It's time to look after the blokes! It's time for the Testicle Test as in cricket, as Trundle hosts a Testicle Festival and a Super 8s cricket competition on Boxing Day, December 26 at Berryman Oval. Grab a team for a bit of fun in the sun while they raise money for a really important cause, the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia. Runs from 2pm until late and a barbecue and bar will be available.
PARKES ELVIS FESTIVAL
January 8-12
Celebrating it's 32nd year, the Parkes Elvis Festival is back again with features artists, Cote Deonath, Emilio Santoro and Riley Jenkins. The theme for the festival is Easy Come, Easy Go and there will be non-stop entertainment in both Parkes and Forbes. Check out the Parkes Elvis Festival website to view the program.
WANDERERS SOCCER CLINIC
Tuesday, January 21
Looking for the perfect way to keep your young footballer active and entertained these holidays? The Wanders will be hosting a school holiday clinic at the Forbes Botanical Gardens Sporting Complex. A clinic will be held from 9am to 12pm for ages 5-8 and an afternoon clinic will be held for ages 9-12 from 1pm to 4pm. Scan the QR code on the flyer to register.
EUGOWRA BOOTS AND BOWTIES BALL
Saturday, April 5
SAVE THE DATE: this is a fundraiser ball not to be missed presented by the Eugowra Public School P and C at the Eugowra Showground Pavilion.
