Events & Markets

Bringing together one of Arthur Boyd’s most celebrated bodies of work with a major new commission by acclaimed contemporary artist Shaun Gladwell, Man on Fire: Visions of Nebuchadnezzar is a powerful new exhibition at Bundanon that explores themes of pride, power, transformation and renewal.

At the heart of the exhibition is Boyd’s renowned Nebuchadnezzar series, created largely in the United Kingdom during the 1960s. Inspired by the biblical story of the Babylonian king who is cast into the wilderness and forced to live as an animal, Boyd’s works reflect his deeply held pacifist beliefs and the social upheaval of the Vietnam War era. The paintings offer a compelling meditation on human vulnerability, ego and the consequences of unchecked power.

Responding directly to Boyd’s work is a significant new commission by Shaun Gladwell, one of Australia’s leading contemporary artists. Created during a residency at Bundanon, Gladwell’s work draws on his longstanding connection to the Shoalhaven and interest in themes of masculinity, transformation and the role of art as a catalyst for personal and social change.

Spanning generations and artistic disciplines, Man on Fire: Visions of Nebuchadnezzar creates a fascinating dialogue between two influential Australian artists, inviting visitors to reflect on enduring questions of identity, exile, psychological reckoning and what it means to be human.

Kathy Karas latest exhibition is now on at The Garden Berry. Inspired by her love of gardens and the expressive nature of watercolour, Kathy’s latest collection features works painted not only on traditional paper but also on aluminium, a medium she has been exploring in recent years. The result is a collection full of luminous colour, fluid brushwork and a fresh perspective on this much-loved painting style. The exhibition is on display in the dining room at The Garden Berry until 16th September.

Bringing together one of Arthur Boyd’s most celebrated bodies of work with a major new commission by acclaimed contemporary artist Shaun Gladwell, Man on Fire: Visions of Nebuchadnezzar is a powerful new exhibition at Bundanon that explores themes of pride, power, transformation and renewal.

At the heart of the exhibition is Boyd’s renowned Nebuchadnezzar series, created largely in the United Kingdom during the 1960s. Inspired by the biblical story of the Babylonian king who is cast into the wilderness and forced to live as an animal, Boyd’s works reflect his deeply held pacifist beliefs and the social upheaval of the Vietnam War era. The paintings offer a compelling meditation on human vulnerability, ego and the consequences of unchecked power.

Responding directly to Boyd’s work is a significant new commission by Shaun Gladwell, one of Australia’s leading contemporary artists. Created during a residency at Bundanon, Gladwell’s work draws on his longstanding connection to the Shoalhaven and interest in themes of masculinity, transformation and the role of art as a catalyst for personal and social change.

Spanning generations and artistic disciplines, Man on Fire: Visions of Nebuchadnezzar creates a fascinating dialogue between two influential Australian artists, inviting visitors to reflect on enduring questions of identity, exile, psychological reckoning and what it means to be human.

Kathy Karas latest exhibition is now on at The Garden Berry. Inspired by her love of gardens and the expressive nature of watercolour, Kathy’s latest collection features works painted not only on traditional paper but also on aluminium, a medium she has been exploring in recent years. The result is a collection full of luminous colour, fluid brushwork and a fresh perspective on this much-loved painting style. The exhibition is on display in the dining room at The Garden Berry until 16th September.

Spend a weekend immersed in the art of fashion at Bundanon, with an exclusive program featuring iconic Australian designers Jenny Kee and Linda Jackson.

Taking place across Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 September, this special Stay Weekend explores fashion as an expression of identity, culture and place, with accommodation at Bundanon and a program of dining, conversation, creativity and celebration.

On Saturday, guests will join Jenny Kee and Linda Jackson for a long lunch celebrating local produce and regional flavours, while hearing stories from across their remarkable careers. The afternoon continues with a hands-on collage workshop led by the designers, exploring colour, shape and pattern.

On Saturday night, it’s time to dress up for the Galah Gala, an art and fashion dance party hosted by queer performance artist and DJ Aunty Jonny. Gala entry, dinner and drinks from the pop-up Birdcage Bar and Dining, and a post-party recovery supper are all included in the Stay Weekend.

After breakfast on Sunday, guests can take part in a guided Cultural Walk led by local custodians before joining Jenny Kee and Linda Jackson for The Art of Fashion, a public talk at the Art Museum with Bundanon CEO Rachel Kent. There’s also time to explore the Art Museum, historic Homestead and Arthur Boyd’s Studio.

Dust off your plumage for Galah Gala, the colourful Saturday night centrepiece of Bundanon’s special weekend dedicated to the art of fashion.

Hosted by queer performance artist, party maker and DJ Aunty Jonny (Jonny Hawkins), this unforgettable art and fashion dance party brings together performance, music and plenty of creative flair, with iconic Australian designers Jenny Kee and Linda Jackson joining as very special guests.

The evening begins with firepits, cocktails and dinner options from the pop-up Birdcage Bar and Dining, followed by performances from Aunty Jonny, Cheryn Frost, Emma Kew, Gogo and DJ Lorna Clarkson.

Guests are invited to dress as the bird they were always meant to be – from Lyrebird or Lorikeet to Brolga or Budgie – with awards for Best Dressed Bird, Best Use of Colour and Best Headwear.

Saturday 5 September 2026
6pm – 10pm
Bundanon Art Museum, Illaroo

Return shuttle bus from Bomaderry and Nowra is available.

The Galah Gala forms part of Bundanon’s Fashion weekend, a special 5 – 6 September program exploring fashion as an expression of identity, culture and place, featuring Jenny Kee and Linda Jackson.

Come and shop at the South Coast’s largest monthly outdoor market! Held on the first Sunday of every month except February, Berry Markets hosts approximately 200 stalls offering a range of arts and crafts, locally grown vegetables and produce, collectables, books, plants, leather goods, clothing and many other interesting stalls to browse.

Open to the public from 8am till 2pm. Entry is free.

Stall enquiries

If you would like to apply for a stall at the market, please contact the Market Organisers by email berrymarkets@bigpond.com.

www.facebook.com/berrymarkets

Treat Dad to a great meal this Father’s Day at Berry Hotel.

Gather the family for a relaxed lunch or dinner and enjoy all your pub favourites, cold drinks and the warm hospitality Berry Hotel is known for. Whether Dad’s craving a hearty classic or something from the specials board, it’s the perfect way to celebrate together.

Bookings are recommended, so reserve your table now for Father’s Day.

Join iconic Australian designers Jenny Kee and Linda Jackson at Bundanon for a special conversation reflecting on a lifetime of creativity, collaboration and friendship.

Jenny and Linda first met as young designers in the 1970s, brought together by a shared love of colour, creativity and the Australian landscape. Their partnership went on to redefine Australian fashion, from the legendary Flamingo Follies fashion parades to an enduring influence on fashion, design and craft that continues today.

In conversation with Bundanon CEO Rachel Kent, the pair will share stories from across their remarkable careers, exploring both the professional and personal relationship behind their distinctive yet connected creative practices.

The talk forms part of Bundanon’s special Fashion weekend, a two-day program celebrating the creative and cultural possibilities of fashion.

Discover the art of Belgian chocolate in this indulgent hands-on workshop at The Treat Factory in Berry.

Guests will dip, decorate and create their own collection of chocolate-coated treats using silky Belgian milk and dark chocolate, including strawberries, caramels, pretzels, marshmallows, Turkish delight and more.

Along the way, enjoy a guided chocolate tasting experience exploring dark, milk, ruby and white chocolate varieties, while learning artisan chocolatiering tips from the team inside the working chocolate room.

Creations are beautifully packaged to take home, with guests also able to watch chocolates being handcrafted on-site through the viewing windows.

Located beside The Dairy Bar in Berry’s historic Central Creamery precinct.

Upcoming Workshop Dates:
9 September 2026 – 2:45pm
28 October 2026 – 2:45pm

Get ready to craft your own Rocky Road in this fun, hands-on chocolate experience at The Treat Factory. Whether you love gooey marshmallows, crunchy nuts, chewy caramels, or a refreshing minty twist, this workshop lets you mix and match your favourite ingredients to create a treat that’s uniquely yours.

Start with a base of smooth Belgian chocolate—choose from milk or dark—then customise your Rocky Road with a delicious selection of mix-ins, including fluffy marshmallows, assorted jellies, crunchy nuts, dried fruits, chewy caramels, liquorice bites, refreshing mint pieces, other tasty surprises.

Mix, pour, and set your creation before packaging it in your very own take-home gift box—perfect for sharing (or keeping all to yourself!).

This class is perfect for the whole family, adults and children welcome to attend the session. The workbench is 90cm high – to participate your child should be able to easily view and work at a bench this height.

These 45 minute workshops run on:

• 17 September 2026 2:45pm
• 30 September 2026 at 10am, 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3pm (school holidays)
• 8 October 2026 at 10am, 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3pm (school holidays)
• 15 October 2026 2:45pm

Book online!

Celebrate Oktoberfest at Berry Hotel with a weekend of German-inspired food, traditional beers and live music.

On Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September, soak up the festive atmosphere with Bavarian favourites, a great selection of German beers and live entertainment across the weekend. Gather your friends, embrace the spirit of Oktoberfest and enjoy one of the year’s most popular celebrations.

Bookings are recommended to secure your table.

Celebrate Oktoberfest at Berry Hotel with a weekend of German-inspired food, traditional beers and live music.

On Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September, soak up the festive atmosphere with Bavarian favourites, a great selection of German beers and live entertainment across the weekend. Gather your friends, embrace the spirit of Oktoberfest and enjoy one of the year’s most popular celebrations.

Bookings are recommended to secure your table.

Berry’s Extend the Weekend series invites visitors to slow down and experience more of the village, with a curated program of music and cultural events bringing together live performances, great food and warm hospitality across Berry’s venues.

Each themed edition offers another reason to stay a little longer, combining live music, dining, local venues and accommodation into a village-wide experience. It is not about rushing through – it is about unhurried evenings, long lunches, good company and discovering something new each time you return.

The next A Day Well Spent takes place on Sunday 20 September, when the series turns its attention to Folk. Throughout the afternoon and into the evening, a trail of FREE live performances will unfold across venues around Berry, with a line-up of artists bringing their own take on folk music to the village.

The full line-up, venues and set times will be announced soon.

Make the most of the weekend by booking a stay, exploring everything Berry has to offer and discovering why there’s no better place to Extend the Weekend.

Stay tuned to the Extend the Weekend website for the latest details.

Get ready for a night packed with sass, sparkle and non-stop fun at Drag Bingo at The Berry Hotel, with plenty of laughs and chances to win along the way.

Ball drops at 7pm – gather your crew for an unforgettable evening of drag entertainment and bingo fun.

Upcoming dates:

• 30th July
• 27th August
• 24th September
• 29th October
• 26th November
• 17th December

18+ only. $10 entry. Book online or email reservations@ferosgroup.com.au

Berry Village Market is a boutique market held in the grounds of Berry Bowling Club, 10am – 3pm on the 4th Sunday of each month.

What you will find:

• Over 80 unique stalls selling quality products
• A splash of retro and collectables and vinyls
• Something for your fur babies, a must. Please bring them along
• Health products & advice
• Plants, fresh flowers
• Coopers organic produce
• Speciality foods including bagels, croissants, olives, gourmet organic oils, pizzas for home, homemade jams, honey & mead, BBQ essentials
• Gluten free breads and baked goods
• Gin, wine & salami tastings
• Awesome stallholders

Meet up with friends and wander through the market grounds while enjoying great coffee or fresh lemonade and delicious food including South American street foods, Turkish gozleme, amazing avo & feta bruschetta, gourmet toasties, pastries, donuts and more. Bring a picnic blanket with you and laze away in the sunshine while you take in live music and market vibes. Parking is available onsite, including disabled parking, and full club facilities including an ATM are available on the day. The market is also dog friendly.

Follow their Facebook page for all market updates.

Looking for an easy, family-friendly way to keep the kids entertained these school holidays? The Berry Hotel has it sorted with a lively program of hands-on activities, games and interactive fun across two full weeks.

From getting creative with pizza making to the excitement of kids bingo and the up-close experience of a reptile zoo, there is something to spark every child’s curiosity. It is the kind of relaxed, welcoming setting where families can settle in, enjoy a meal and let the kids be part of the action.

What’s on:

Week 1

Tuesday 29 September: Kids Bingo 11am – 12.30pm
Wednesday 30 September: Pizza Making 11am & 12pm ($5 per child)
Thursday 1 October: Reptile Zoo 11am – 1pm (walk-ins welcome)

Week 2

Tuesday 6 October: Kids Bingo 11am – 12.30pm
Wednesday 7 October: Pizza Making 11am & 12pm ($5 per child)
Thursday 8 October: Reptile Zoo 11am – 1pm (walk-ins welcome)

Whether you are visiting Berry for the day or settling in for a longer stay, it is a great excuse to slow down and enjoy a family outing in the heart of the village.

Bookings are recommended. Please include yourself and any other attending guests in your booking, not just the children, to ensure a table is reserved for your group.

Get ready to craft your own Rocky Road in this fun, hands-on school holidays chocolate experience at The Treat Factory. Whether you love gooey marshmallows, crunchy nuts, chewy caramels, or a refreshing minty twist, this workshop lets you mix and match your favourite ingredients to create a treat that’s uniquely yours.

Start with a base of smooth Belgian chocolate—choose from milk or dark—then customise your Rocky Road with a delicious selection of mix-ins, including fluffy marshmallows, assorted jellies, crunchy nuts, dried fruits, chewy caramels, liquorice bites, refreshing mint pieces, other tasty surprises.

Mix, pour, and set your creation before packaging it in your very own take-home gift box—perfect for sharing (or keeping all to yourself!).

This class is perfect for the whole family, adults and children welcome to attend the session. The workbench is 90cm high – to participate your child should be able to easily view and work at a bench this height.

These 45 minute workshops run on:

• 30 September 2026 at 10am, 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3pm
• 8 October 2026 at 10am, 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3pm

Book online!

Looking for an easy, family-friendly way to keep the kids entertained these school holidays? The Berry Hotel has it sorted with a lively program of hands-on activities, games and interactive fun across two full weeks.

From getting creative with pizza making to the excitement of kids bingo and the up-close experience of a reptile zoo, there is something to spark every child’s curiosity. It is the kind of relaxed, welcoming setting where families can settle in, enjoy a meal and let the kids be part of the action.

What’s on:

Week 1

Tuesday 29 September: Kids Bingo 11am – 12.30pm
Wednesday 30 September: Pizza Making 11am & 12pm ($5 per child)
Thursday 1 October: Reptile Zoo 11am – 1pm (walk-ins welcome)

Week 2

Tuesday 6 October: Kids Bingo 11am – 12.30pm
Wednesday 7 October: Pizza Making 11am & 12pm ($5 per child)
Thursday 8 October: Reptile Zoo 11am – 1pm (walk-ins welcome)

Whether you are visiting Berry for the day or settling in for a longer stay, it is a great excuse to slow down and enjoy a family outing in the heart of the village.

Bookings are recommended. Please include yourself and any other attending guests in your booking, not just the children, to ensure a table is reserved for your group.

Bringing together one of Arthur Boyd’s most celebrated bodies of work with a major new commission by acclaimed contemporary artist Shaun Gladwell, Man on Fire: Visions of Nebuchadnezzar is a powerful new exhibition at Bundanon that explores themes of pride, power, transformation and renewal.

At the heart of the exhibition is Boyd’s renowned Nebuchadnezzar series, created largely in the United Kingdom during the 1960s. Inspired by the biblical story of the Babylonian king who is cast into the wilderness and forced to live as an animal, Boyd’s works reflect his deeply held pacifist beliefs and the social upheaval of the Vietnam War era. The paintings offer a compelling meditation on human vulnerability, ego and the consequences of unchecked power.

Responding directly to Boyd’s work is a significant new commission by Shaun Gladwell, one of Australia’s leading contemporary artists. Created during a residency at Bundanon, Gladwell’s work draws on his longstanding connection to the Shoalhaven and interest in themes of masculinity, transformation and the role of art as a catalyst for personal and social change.

Spanning generations and artistic disciplines, Man on Fire: Visions of Nebuchadnezzar creates a fascinating dialogue between two influential Australian artists, inviting visitors to reflect on enduring questions of identity, exile, psychological reckoning and what it means to be human.

Choose between luscious milk or rich dark Belgian Chocolate as the base for your Giant Freckle masterpiece then let your tastebuds have fun. Choose from freeze-dried strawberries, almonds, hazelnuts, rose petals, Turkish delight, glazed orange, mini marshmallows, party mix, pretzels, caramel popcorn, sprinkles, and more, you’ll have the freedom to go wild and create a truly unique and decadent treat.

While your custom Giant Freckle sets, the chocolate experts will discuss the world of chocolate. From the raw and intense 100 percent cacao to smooth dark, creamy milk, vibrant ruby, and velvety white varieties, explore and taste the different types of chocolate, expanding your knowledge of this loved indulgence.

Once your Giant Freckle is ready, it is packed in a stunning gift box, ready for home or gifted to a loved one. If one Giant Freckle isn’t enough to satisfy your cravings, let us know on the day, and you can make additional Giant Freckles.

This class is perfect for the whole family, adults and children welcome to attend the session. The workbench is 90cm high – to participate your child should be able to easily view and work at a bench this height.

Workshops run on:

• 1 October 2026 at 10am, 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3pm
• 7 October at 10am, 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3pm

Book online!

Looking for an easy, family-friendly way to keep the kids entertained these school holidays? The Berry Hotel has it sorted with a lively program of hands-on activities, games and interactive fun across two full weeks.

From getting creative with pizza making to the excitement of kids bingo and the up-close experience of a reptile zoo, there is something to spark every child’s curiosity. It is the kind of relaxed, welcoming setting where families can settle in, enjoy a meal and let the kids be part of the action.

What’s on:

Week 1

Tuesday 29 September: Kids Bingo 11am – 12.30pm
Wednesday 30 September: Pizza Making 11am & 12pm ($5 per child)
Thursday 1 October: Reptile Zoo 11am – 1pm (walk-ins welcome)

Week 2

Tuesday 6 October: Kids Bingo 11am – 12.30pm
Wednesday 7 October: Pizza Making 11am & 12pm ($5 per child)
Thursday 8 October: Reptile Zoo 11am – 1pm (walk-ins welcome)

Whether you are visiting Berry for the day or settling in for a longer stay, it is a great excuse to slow down and enjoy a family outing in the heart of the village.

Bookings are recommended. Please include yourself and any other attending guests in your booking, not just the children, to ensure a table is reserved for your group.

Celebrate the beauty of original craftsmanship at Bundanon.

Set against the stunning backdrop of Bangli / the Shoalhaven River, Bundanon Artists & Makers Market showcases contemporary makers, small-batch creators and First Nations artists, with a selection of new Stallholders and offerings. Discover jewellery, textiles, ceramics, weaving and more.

Come and shop at the South Coast’s largest monthly outdoor market! Held on the first Sunday of every month except February, Berry Markets hosts approximately 200 stalls offering a range of arts and crafts, locally grown vegetables and produce, collectables, books, plants, leather goods, clothing and many other interesting stalls to browse.

Open to the public from 8am till 2pm. Entry is free.

Stall enquiries

If you would like to apply for a stall at the market, please contact the Market Organisers by email berrymarkets@bigpond.com.

www.facebook.com/berrymarkets

Looking for an easy, family-friendly way to keep the kids entertained these school holidays? The Berry Hotel has it sorted with a lively program of hands-on activities, games and interactive fun across two full weeks.

From getting creative with pizza making to the excitement of kids bingo and the up-close experience of a reptile zoo, there is something to spark every child’s curiosity. It is the kind of relaxed, welcoming setting where families can settle in, enjoy a meal and let the kids be part of the action.

What’s on:

Week 1

Tuesday 29 September: Kids Bingo 11am – 12.30pm
Wednesday 30 September: Pizza Making 11am & 12pm ($5 per child)
Thursday 1 October: Reptile Zoo 11am – 1pm (walk-ins welcome)

Week 2

Tuesday 6 October: Kids Bingo 11am – 12.30pm
Wednesday 7 October: Pizza Making 11am & 12pm ($5 per child)
Thursday 8 October: Reptile Zoo 11am – 1pm (walk-ins welcome)

Whether you are visiting Berry for the day or settling in for a longer stay, it is a great excuse to slow down and enjoy a family outing in the heart of the village.

Bookings are recommended. Please include yourself and any other attending guests in your booking, not just the children, to ensure a table is reserved for your group.

Choose between luscious milk or rich dark Belgian Chocolate as the base for your Giant Freckle masterpiece then let your tastebuds have fun. Choose from freeze-dried strawberries, almonds, hazelnuts, rose petals, Turkish delight, glazed orange, mini marshmallows, party mix, pretzels, caramel popcorn, sprinkles, and more, you’ll have the freedom to go wild and create a truly unique and decadent treat.

While your custom Giant Freckle sets, the chocolate experts will discuss the world of chocolate. From the raw and intense 100 percent cacao to smooth dark, creamy milk, vibrant ruby, and velvety white varieties, explore and taste the different types of chocolate, expanding your knowledge of this loved indulgence.

Once your Giant Freckle is ready, it is packed in a stunning gift box, ready for home or gifted to a loved one. If one Giant Freckle isn’t enough to satisfy your cravings, let us know on the day, and you can make additional Giant Freckles.

This class is perfect for the whole family, adults and children welcome to attend the session. The workbench is 90cm high – to participate your child should be able to easily view and work at a bench this height.

Workshops run on:

• 1 October 2026 at 10am, 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3pm
• 7 October at 10am, 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3pm

Book online!

Looking for an easy, family-friendly way to keep the kids entertained these school holidays? The Berry Hotel has it sorted with a lively program of hands-on activities, games and interactive fun across two full weeks.

From getting creative with pizza making to the excitement of kids bingo and the up-close experience of a reptile zoo, there is something to spark every child’s curiosity. It is the kind of relaxed, welcoming setting where families can settle in, enjoy a meal and let the kids be part of the action.

What’s on:

Week 1

Tuesday 29 September: Kids Bingo 11am – 12.30pm
Wednesday 30 September: Pizza Making 11am & 12pm ($5 per child)
Thursday 1 October: Reptile Zoo 11am – 1pm (walk-ins welcome)

Week 2

Tuesday 6 October: Kids Bingo 11am – 12.30pm
Wednesday 7 October: Pizza Making 11am & 12pm ($5 per child)
Thursday 8 October: Reptile Zoo 11am – 1pm (walk-ins welcome)

Whether you are visiting Berry for the day or settling in for a longer stay, it is a great excuse to slow down and enjoy a family outing in the heart of the village.

Bookings are recommended. Please include yourself and any other attending guests in your booking, not just the children, to ensure a table is reserved for your group.

Get ready to craft your own Rocky Road in this fun, hands-on school holidays chocolate experience at The Treat Factory. Whether you love gooey marshmallows, crunchy nuts, chewy caramels, or a refreshing minty twist, this workshop lets you mix and match your favourite ingredients to create a treat that’s uniquely yours.

Start with a base of smooth Belgian chocolate—choose from milk or dark—then customise your Rocky Road with a delicious selection of mix-ins, including fluffy marshmallows, assorted jellies, crunchy nuts, dried fruits, chewy caramels, liquorice bites, refreshing mint pieces, other tasty surprises.

Mix, pour, and set your creation before packaging it in your very own take-home gift box—perfect for sharing (or keeping all to yourself!).

This class is perfect for the whole family, adults and children welcome to attend the session. The workbench is 90cm high – to participate your child should be able to easily view and work at a bench this height.

These 45 minute workshops run on:

• 30 September 2026 at 10am, 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3pm
• 8 October 2026 at 10am, 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3pm

Book online!

Looking for an easy, family-friendly way to keep the kids entertained these school holidays? The Berry Hotel has it sorted with a lively program of hands-on activities, games and interactive fun across two full weeks.

From getting creative with pizza making to the excitement of kids bingo and the up-close experience of a reptile zoo, there is something to spark every child’s curiosity. It is the kind of relaxed, welcoming setting where families can settle in, enjoy a meal and let the kids be part of the action.

What’s on:

Week 1

Tuesday 29 September: Kids Bingo 11am – 12.30pm
Wednesday 30 September: Pizza Making 11am & 12pm ($5 per child)
Thursday 1 October: Reptile Zoo 11am – 1pm (walk-ins welcome)

Week 2

Tuesday 6 October: Kids Bingo 11am – 12.30pm
Wednesday 7 October: Pizza Making 11am & 12pm ($5 per child)
Thursday 8 October: Reptile Zoo 11am – 1pm (walk-ins welcome)

Whether you are visiting Berry for the day or settling in for a longer stay, it is a great excuse to slow down and enjoy a family outing in the heart of the village.

Bookings are recommended. Please include yourself and any other attending guests in your booking, not just the children, to ensure a table is reserved for your group.

Step inside the working chocolate room at The Treat Factory for an immersive hands-on Belgian chocolate workshop in the heart of Berry.

Designed as a more in-depth chocolate-making experience, this premium workshop invites guests to learn, create and package their own beautifully handcrafted assortment of chocolates using a range of artisan techniques.

Participants will explore chocolate from raw cacao through to dark, milk, ruby and white varieties before creating a selection of nut clusters, hand-dipped chocolates, filled chocolates, solid chocolates and seasonal chocolate room favourites.

Creations are professionally packaged into a stunning take-home chocolate gift box to enjoy or share.

Guests can also watch chocolates being handcrafted on-site through the viewing windows into the real working chocolate room, making this one of Berry’s most unique artisan food experiences.

Located beside The Dairy Bar within Berry’s historic Central Creamery precinct.

Berry Gardens Festival returns on Thursday 15th – Sunday 18th October 2026. A selected program of beautiful gardens in and around Berry on the South Coast of New South Wales, will be open to the public to enjoy and appreciate from 10am – 4pm each day.

Proceeds from this event support local charities and community groups.

Get ready to craft your own Rocky Road in this fun, hands-on chocolate experience at The Treat Factory. Whether you love gooey marshmallows, crunchy nuts, chewy caramels, or a refreshing minty twist, this workshop lets you mix and match your favourite ingredients to create a treat that’s uniquely yours.

Start with a base of smooth Belgian chocolate—choose from milk or dark—then customise your Rocky Road with a delicious selection of mix-ins, including fluffy marshmallows, assorted jellies, crunchy nuts, dried fruits, chewy caramels, liquorice bites, refreshing mint pieces, other tasty surprises.

Mix, pour, and set your creation before packaging it in your very own take-home gift box—perfect for sharing (or keeping all to yourself!).

This class is perfect for the whole family, adults and children welcome to attend the session. The workbench is 90cm high – to participate your child should be able to easily view and work at a bench this height.

These 45 minute workshops run on:

• 17 September 2026 2:45pm
• 30 September 2026 at 10am, 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3pm (school holidays)
• 8 October 2026 at 10am, 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3pm (school holidays)
• 15 October 2026 2:45pm

Book online!

Join one of Australia’s most respected landscape painters for an immersive two-day workshop on beautiful Berry Mountain this October.

Led by acclaimed artist and educator Idris Murphy, this workshop focuses on painting and sketching directly from nature, encouraging participants to develop their own visual language while exploring the landscape around them. Through practical demonstrations, discussion and individual guidance, students will investigate composition, colour, mark-making, spatial illusion and the creative influences that shape contemporary landscape painting.

Suitable for artists working in any medium, the workshop’s small class size ensures plenty of personalised feedback, critique and support. Whether refining an existing practice or exploring new approaches, participants will gain valuable insights from an artist whose work is held in major Australian collections including the National Gallery of Australia, the National Library of Australia and the Art Gallery of New South Wales.

Berry Village Market is a boutique market held in the grounds of Berry Bowling Club, 10am – 3pm on the 4th Sunday of each month.

What you will find:

• Over 80 unique stalls selling quality products
• A splash of retro and collectables and vinyls
• Something for your fur babies, a must. Please bring them along
• Health products & advice
• Plants, fresh flowers
• Coopers organic produce
• Speciality foods including bagels, croissants, olives, gourmet organic oils, pizzas for home, homemade jams, honey & mead, BBQ essentials
• Gluten free breads and baked goods
• Gin, wine & salami tastings
• Awesome stallholders

Meet up with friends and wander through the market grounds while enjoying great coffee or fresh lemonade and delicious food including South American street foods, Turkish gozleme, amazing avo & feta bruschetta, gourmet toasties, pastries, donuts and more. Bring a picnic blanket with you and laze away in the sunshine while you take in live music and market vibes. Parking is available onsite, including disabled parking, and full club facilities including an ATM are available on the day. The market is also dog friendly.

Follow their Facebook page for all market updates.

Discover the art of Belgian chocolate in this indulgent hands-on workshop at The Treat Factory in Berry.

Guests will dip, decorate and create their own collection of chocolate-coated treats using silky Belgian milk and dark chocolate, including strawberries, caramels, pretzels, marshmallows, Turkish delight and more.

Along the way, enjoy a guided chocolate tasting experience exploring dark, milk, ruby and white chocolate varieties, while learning artisan chocolatiering tips from the team inside the working chocolate room.

Creations are beautifully packaged to take home, with guests also able to watch chocolates being handcrafted on-site through the viewing windows.

Located beside The Dairy Bar in Berry’s historic Central Creamery precinct.

Upcoming Workshop Dates:
9 September 2026 – 2:45pm
28 October 2026 – 2:45pm

Come and shop at the South Coast’s largest monthly outdoor market! Held on the first Sunday of every month except February, Berry Markets hosts approximately 200 stalls offering a range of arts and crafts, locally grown vegetables and produce, collectables, books, plants, leather goods, clothing and many other interesting stalls to browse.

Open to the public from 8am till 2pm. Entry is free.

Stall enquiries

If you would like to apply for a stall at the market, please contact the Market Organisers by email berrymarkets@bigpond.com.

www.facebook.com/berrymarkets

The Berry Writers’ Festival returns to town from 6-8 November 2026, bringing a weekend of stories, ideas and imagination to the heart of the village.

A much-loved fixture on the local calendar, the festival will once again gather writers, thinkers and readers for a rich program of conversations, insights and creative exchange. Alongside the familiar elements audiences return for each year, the 2026 edition promises a fresh energy, with new team members, a renewed vision and a few unexpected additions set to inspire.

Set against Berry’s charming streets and welcoming venues, it’s the perfect excuse to plan a weekend away, settle in with a good book, and be part of a vibrant literary community.

Mark the dates and stay tuned for program announcements in the months ahead.

Berry Motorfair returns on Sunday 8th November 2026, bringing together an impressive collection of more than 100 classic, collectable and cool vehicles in the picturesque grounds of Coolangatta Estate Winery.

From Italian exotica and Aussie muscle cars to German engineering, track-day specials, modified machines, motorcycles and priceless classics, the event showcases vehicles to suit every taste and generation of enthusiast.

More than just a car show, Berry Motorfair is a community celebration featuring food trucks, local wine, live music, charity auctions and family-friendly entertainment throughout the day.

Since its launch, Berry Motorfair has raised more than $300,000 for charity partners, with proceeds supporting Lifeline Australia and local community initiatives.

Set against the backdrop of one of the South Coast’s most historic estates, Berry Motorfair offers a relaxed day out for motoring enthusiasts, families and visitors alike.

For car lovers, the vehicles are the stars – but the atmosphere, entertainment and community spirit make this one of the region’s most anticipated annual events.

Adult spectators $20, Children under 16 year $2.

Spend two inspiring days immersed in colour, creativity and contemporary painting with acclaimed Australian artist Larissa Blake in this workshop hosted by Artxtra on 14 & 15 November 2026.

Known for her joyful use of colour and expressive figurative abstraction, Larissa will guide participants through a hands-on workshop designed to help artists develop their practice, gain confidence and explore new creative directions. With a strong focus on individual feedback and mentoring, the workshop encourages participants to work on their own projects while receiving personalised guidance throughout the weekend.

Suitable for painters with some experience, participants are invited to bring their own reference images, canvases, works on paper or unfinished pieces for feedback and development.

Held in the beautiful surrounds of Berry Mountain, this intimate workshop is limited to just eight students and runs 10am – 4pm daily – includes morning tea, afternoon tea and lunch each day.

Berry Village Market is a boutique market held in the grounds of Berry Bowling Club, 10am – 3pm on the 4th Sunday of each month.

What you will find:

• Over 80 unique stalls selling quality products
• A splash of retro and collectables and vinyls
• Something for your fur babies, a must. Please bring them along
• Health products & advice
• Plants, fresh flowers
• Coopers organic produce
• Speciality foods including bagels, croissants, olives, gourmet organic oils, pizzas for home, homemade jams, honey & mead, BBQ essentials
• Gluten free breads and baked goods
• Gin, wine & salami tastings
• Awesome stallholders

Meet up with friends and wander through the market grounds while enjoying great coffee or fresh lemonade and delicious food including South American street foods, Turkish gozleme, amazing avo & feta bruschetta, gourmet toasties, pastries, donuts and more. Bring a picnic blanket with you and laze away in the sunshine while you take in live music and market vibes. Parking is available onsite, including disabled parking, and full club facilities including an ATM are available on the day. The market is also dog friendly.

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