Things to do in Bowral

Harveys Happy Hour

Join us at our cosy bar for happy hour, Monday to Friday from 5pm to 6pm. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with wine for $8, beer for $7, and select cocktails for $12. Perfect for winding down after work or catching up with friends. Cheers!

BRIGADOON 2025

Welcome to the 44^th Brigadoon, a Scottish Highland Gathering held in Bundanoon, NSW. 

Bowral Autumn Music Festival

St. Jude’s Music Association presents the Bowral Autumn Music Festival at the historic St. Jude’s Church, Bowral.

The festival is generally regarded as a highlight on the Southern Highland’s cultural calendar and in 2025 attendees will be thoroughly spoilt with a series of exceptional concerts presented by immense talents of Vatche Jambazian (piano), David Greco (baritone), Alessandro Pittorino (organ), Kristian Winther (violin), the Grigoryan Brothers (guitar), James and Crabb (accordion).

A special concert on Saturday afternoon will feature the Australian Youth Orchestra Momentum Ensemble with the incredible artists William Barton (didgeridoo), Veronique Serret (violin), Meagan Turner (viola), Hyung Suk Bae (cello) and Aunty Delmae.

Programs will feature the much-adored music of Schubert, Bach, Dvorak, Grieg and Piazzolla alongside the atmospheric and innovative creations of Australian composers Slava and Leonard Grigoryan, William Barton, Veronique Serret, Andrew Howes and James Crabb.

Join in the beautiful Southern Highlands for a festival designed for every chamber music lover.

Bowral Classic 2025

Since the inaugural event in 2016, the Bowral Classic has become a staple fixture in the cycling calendar. With three road cycling courses, all showcasing the most beautiful scenery of Bowral and the surrounding Southern Highlands, there is something for cyclists of all abilities.

150km – MAXI CLASSIC: A thrilling ride through some of the most breathtaking scenery you can experience on two wheels.

120km – CHALLENGE CLASSIC: A challenging course seeing riders pass through the beautiful quaint towns of the Southern Highlands.