Subject: Blue Mountains 'WEEKEND EXPERIENCES' - 9th October 2026

SPRING into the Blue Mountains this WEEKEND


Spring has arrived in the Blue Mountains, bringing brighter days, fresh blooms and a renewed sense of adventure across the region. This weekend is a busy one.


It is a wonderful time to get outdoors for a spectacular bushwalk, take in the views from a sweeping lookout, enjoy a long lunch in the sunshine, or settle in for a relaxed weekend escape. From colourful gardens and cool-climate nature to great food, local events and memorable places to stay, spring is the perfect season to experience the very best of the Mountains.


Ask Roz Blue Mountains is here to help you discover the region’s best places to stay, eat, explore and experience this spring. Use GYRO or VISITOR to find great places to see and do.

SORRY, Mount Wilson, Mount Hay Road and Narrow Neck (cars) are closed. 
HARTLEY is open: Hartley Valley trip

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FINAL WEEKEND


SPRING EXHIBITION: Spring has arrived at Rex-Livingston in Katoomba with ceramics by Rebecca Verpoorten-Laws & paintings by Kjell Daniel Everingham. Check the details for exhibition dates and opening reception. MORE information


UNTIL 11 October '26

IMAGE: Rebecca Verpoorten-Laws, Pomegranate Bowl, terracotta, sgraffito, slip, oxide,earthenware glaze, 63 x 52 x 21cm,

Rex-Livingston Art + Objects

182-184 Katoomba St Katoomba NSW 2780

www.rex-livingston.com

www.facebook.com/RexLivingstonArtObjects

Thur - Sun 11am – 5pm.

Join us in the heart of Leura Mall for a spring weekend of market stalls, local makers, live music, cafés and gorgeous Blue Mountains gardens. More information.

HEADS UP: It’s rhodo time!


The rhodos and azaleas in our gardens are about to explode with colour at Campbell Rhododendron Gardens, Blackheath.


Come and visit the gardens during 'Welcome Weeks' - until 8 Nov, when the Tea Room is open for Aussie Cream Teas.


Tea Room open Thursdays to Sundays 10 am to 3.30 pm, from 3 October. MORE info: https://www.facebook.com/rhodogarden.org.au


Gardens open 9am - 6pm

$5 entry, kids and dogs free

Bacchante St Blackheath

Here: w3w.co/nozzle.entity.sock

REMINDER: BUS TO THE ZIG ZAG RAILWAY: Did you know you can now catch a FREE coach to the Zig Zag Railway?

There are now 6 daily Zig Zag Railway coach stops.

# Bathurst to Katoomba: 10:45am, 1:15pm and 3:45pm
# Katoomba to Bathurst: 10:15am, 12:45pm and 3:15pm

The coach drops off and picks up in the actual carpark, right at the entry to the railway.

The coach stops are:

• Katoomba: Goldsmith Place
• Blackheath: Just before the traffic lights
• Mount Victoria: Mount Victoria Railway Station (either side)
• Lithgow: Lithgow Railway Station, Main St, Lithgow
• Bathurst: Bathurst Railway Station, Havannah St, Bathurst

MORE info: https://transportnsw.info/routes/details/nsw-trainlink/8001/76800-1

Pomona is a solo art exhibition by local Blue Mountains artist Ros Craig.


As a lifelong gardener, plants, flowers, foliage and intriguing vessels naturally form much of what inspires her work.


In Greek mythology, Pomona is the goddess of fruitful abundance, guarding and nurturing gardens and orchard fruit. Significantly for Ros, Pomona was the name of her first home after she married - a rich and diverse fruit-growing settlement on the banks of the Darling River in far western NSW. This exhibition is an expression of the abundance of her life, then and since.

EVERGLADES HOUSE & GARDENS

37 Everglades Avenue, Leura

Playing this week at The Edge! - NEW BIG SCREEN moments to be discovered with our latest releases this week. Book now at www.unitedcinemas.com.au 

School holiday hours Monday 28th September through to Sunday 11th October. Hope to see you in the Little Hartley shop; we are open 7 days again these holidays. 


Zig Zag Railway hours are minimum hours depending on the rail timetable. Book a trip on this iconic railway; it is so much fun. 

HISTORIC SNAPSHOT: Repost - Mt St. Mary's Ladies College, Katoomba. The big building behind United Cinemas The Edge.


The original Mt St. Mary's Ladies College was on Katoomba Street pre-1909, before moving to the location we all know. Here: w3w.co/ozone.sadden.appetite

More information

The Old City Bank Bar & Brasserie


Casual dining with pub-style classics every day of the week. Bar & Beer Garden open for lunch from noon. Brasserie open for dinner from 6:00pm - Dinner bookings recommended. Live music Friday & Saturday nights. https://thecarrington.com.au/dine-drink/old-city-bank/

DID YOU KNOW, The Wayzgoose Diner was voted the 'Best Cafe' in Leura in 2026? There burgers are amazing.

The Metropole Tasting Room

Thursday 15th October - 6 pm - 7.30 pm

Bookings essential. Limited to 12 spaces.

Bookings and more information


Step into the timeless surrounds of The Metropole for an intimate evening of wine, cheese and conversation. Hosted by Clio Collar from Appletone Wine Imports, this guided tasting will introduce you to eight carefully selected Australian wines, showcasing a range of varieties, regions and styles.


Over 90 relaxed minutes, Clio will share the stories behind each wine, offering insights into its origins, character and winemaking style. Whether you are a dedicated wine enthusiast or simply curious to explore, the evening is designed to be welcoming, engaging and enjoyable. Each tasting will be accompanied by a generous selection of cheese, crackers, dried apricots and olives, served within the heritage charm of The Metropole.

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Spring Groove in the Garden welcomes Murray and the Movers, led by powerhouse vocalist Lizzie Mack and legendary guitarist Murray Cook - beloved by generations as the original Red Wiggle.


Welcome spring with a fun evening of live music, local flavours and beautiful heritage gardens at the Norman Lindsay Gallery & Museum.


Featuring much-loved Wiggles legend Murray Cook, and led by vocalist Lizzie Mack, Murray and the Movers musical tour-de-force across a hip and funky retro musical spectrum, recreating the best sounds from the 1960s and ’70s, and making them “one of the most exciting live show and festival acts on the touring circuit today” (Glenn A Baker). 


Saturday 24 October, 6pm - 9pm

All ages welcome! Tickets: https://www.nationaltrust.org.au/event/spring-groove

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Natalie Claire Jazz Band - Modern Hits Made Vintage!

Saturday 17th October

Baroque Room (Carrington Hotel), Katoomba


Prepare to be transported back in time as 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗲 returns to the Baroque Room accompanied by her phenomenal band plus sax!

  • 'Dreams' (Fleetwood Mac) becomes Sarah Vaughan

  • 'Flowers' (Miley Cyrus) becomes Antonio Jobim

  • 'Man I Feel Like a Woman (Shania Twain) becomes Marilyn Monroe

  • 'Levitating (Dua Lipa) becomes Ella Fitzgerald

“This is not just a jazz band, but jazz royalty; musos at the top of their game.” Georgia Cassimatis, Sydney What’s On.


“This indeed was an amazing performance.” Eric Myers, Sydney Arts Guide.

“These jazz musicians are the real deal!” Scott Levi, ABC

7:00 pm: Doors - 7.30 pm: Music

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DID YOU KNOW the Victoria & Albert Guesthouse, Mount Victoria, is open for breakfast and lunch from 8am, 7 days a week.

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Bon Bakery Cafe - 176 Lurline St, Katoomba 

Beyond the Blacktop Adventure Tours specialises in offering a variety of exciting guided tours in the Blue Mountains region. Their services include immersive experiences such as the Army Truck Adventures, which provide a unique way to explore the stunning landscapes and natural beauty of the area. Beyond the Blacktop aims to create memorable experiences by inviting guests to "Share The Adventure!" through their diverse tour options.

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The Metropole Halloween


Saturday 31st October: 4.00 - 9.00 PM

Bookings required

More information 


This Halloween, the historic Metropole Katoomba is getting a haunting transformation.


Step inside our historic guesthouse for an immersive, family-friendly Halloween experience filled with ghostly characters, eerie hallways, gothic décor and a few surprises lurking around every corner.


Explore the hotel as roaming zombies and undead hotel staff bring the building to life (or perhaps back from the dead). Follow the trick-or-treat trail, have your fortune revealed with a tarot reading, visit our Halloween face-painting station and discover themed activities throughout the hotel.


Come dressed for the occasion, with prizes up for grabs for the best adult, child and family costumes.


Expect atmospheric lighting, cobweb-covered rooms, swirling bats, fog, strange sounds and plenty of photo opportunities as The Metropole becomes a haunted hotel for one night only.

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