What’s on in the Southern Highlands in December
Red Cow Farm Open Garden
7480 Illawarra Highway, Sutton Forest
Event Date: 1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2026, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Open everyday Red Cow Farm is a unique cool climate garden set on 6 acres and divided into 22 garden rooms in the picturesque rural village of Sutton Forest. This garden has been described as one of the best gardens in the world. A rare beauty awaits your visit. A garden for all seasons brimming with imaginative flair, romance and beauty.
https://www.visitsouthernhighlands.com.au/event/red-cow-farm-open-garden/
The Spirit of Timber
Milk Factory Gallery, 33 Station St, Bowral
Event Date: 8 Nov - 16 Dec 2025, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Gallery opening hours: 10am – 4pm daily, closed Tuesday and Wednesday.
I would describe my work as decorative organic shapes inspired by nature, which are made from sustainably sourced beautiful Australian timbers that reflect my interest in surface texture contrast and form, and the personal responses I have to them.
https://www.visitsouthernhighlands.com.au/event/the-spirit-of-timber/
The New Bowral Market – Twilight Christmas Market
Bowral Public School, Bendooley Street, Bowral
Event Date: 4 Dec 2025, 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
All your favourite stallholders will be there. Producers, artisan and made in Australia stalls offer an eclectic selection of quality goods, produce, plants, clothing, jewellery, gifts and more.
https://www.visitsouthernhighlands.com.au/event/the-new-bowral-market-twilight-christmas-market/
Open Mic Night with Loki Hines!
89 Hoddle Street, Robertson NSW, Australia
Every 3rd Monday of the month at Robbo Pub! This is a super fun night, and everyone is welcome to participate. Loki will be providing some equipment but please bring your instruments! Please register with Loki through his social media pages: @lokihinesofficial on Instagram.
Our Open Mic Night is proudly supported by our local radio station, Highland FM 107.1, supporting emerging artists in the Southern Highlands.
https://www.visitsouthernhighlands.com.au/event/open-mic-night-robbo-pub-monthly/
Summer Sunday Sessions at Dawning Day Cellar Door
Dawning Day Cellar Door, 25 Rockleigh Road, Exeter
Event Date: First Sunday of every month Think local food, wine, and good vibes among the vines.
Dawning Day Wines, a family-owned, local winery in Exeter has launched its Summer Sunday Sessions: relaxed, family-friendly afternoons among the vines, held on the first Sunday of every month at the Dawning Day Cellar Door.
Expect all the good things that make Summer special: Dawning Day wines, and that unmistakable laid-back vineyard atmosphere. It’s the perfect spot to unwind with friends with a glass of wine and soak up the sunshine, all while supporting local producers and hospitality in the Highlands.
The cellar door pours from 11am to 5.30pm, with food served from 11am to 3pm. With stunning vineyard views and plenty of open space, it’s as family-friendly as it is wine-lover-approved.
https://www.visitsouthernhighlands.com.au/event/summer-sunday-sessions-at-dawning-day-cellar-door/
