2TM's Top Ten Things to Do This Weekend
Updated: Sep 10, 2019
NUMBER 1
NSW State Dressage Championships
These Dressage Championships run all weekend Saturday and Sunday, continue with the Grand Prix High Tea on Sunday
A massive party on Saturday night with Hurricane Fall playing.
Catch all the action at the AELEC.
Saturday and Sunday 24th and 25th August// AELEC // All weekend
NUMBER 2
Tamworth Cycling Festival
2019 Tamworth Cycling Festival will be held on 24th/25th of August.
The festival will include a multi-discipline hill climb (mountain bike, road bike and running) at the scenic Oxley Lookout; a criterium event in the heart of the Tamworth CBD; the traditional 100km Nemingha to Nundle handicap race on the Sunday including a round of the NSW Elite Womens Road Premiership, and a 100km gran fondo and 35km community ride through the beautiful Dungowan Valley.
We look forward to seeing you at our event!
Saturday and Sunday 24th and 25th August // Various Locations
NUMBER 3
Group 4 Rugby League Semi-Finals
Saturday – Major Semi Finals @ Jack Woolaston Oval North Tamworth.
First Grade: North Tamworth v Werris Creek
Second Grade: Manilla v Narrabri
Under 18’s: North Tamworth v Dungowan
Ladies League Tag: North Tamworth Dungowan
Games start 10:30am with Ladies League Tag.
Sunday – Minor Semi Finals @ Kootingal Oval.
First Grade: Kootingal v Gunnedah
Second Grade: Kootingal v Gunnedah
Under 18’s: Kootingal v Gunnedah
Ladies League Tag: Kootingal v Gunnedah
Games start 10:30am with Ladies League Tag.
Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th August
NUMBER 4
Greater Bank AFLNW - Women's GRAND FINAL
A massive weekend for our Women's side the Tamworth Kangaroos heading up against the Inverell Saints Saturday 24th!
Cheer them on in the sunshine 1pm at Wolseley Oval, Gunnedah.
Saturday 24th August // 1pm // Wolseley Oval
Gunnedah Polo Carnival
NUMBER 5
The Gunnedah Polo club invites you to the 2019 Gunnedah Polo Carnival held over two exciting days at the Gunnedah Polo Club.
The carnival cumulates towards the nail-biting Gunnedah Cup Final played after lunch on the Sunday afternoon. Lunch is available on both days and is beautifully presented by the committee. All are welcome to join us for the lunch with players. Polo is a wonderful day out for anyone wanting to enjoy a few drinks with friends or for families looking for a day out.
Gunnedah Polo Club is an inclusive community that promotes Polo and welcomes all people wanting to enjoy our sport.
Free Gate Admission
Families and Picnickers Welcome
Lunch & Bar
Saturday 24th and Sunday 26th August // Gunnedah Polo Club
NUMBER 6
Monthly Rotary Markets
at Calala
Browse the Calala Markets in the sunshine, and grab all sorts of locally crafted bargains. From baked treats to plants, jewelery, candles, honey, preserves, plants, doggy treats, furniture.. and always lots of surprises!
Get in early to get the pick of the stalls!
Saturday 24th August // 8am // Corner of Calala Lane & Campbell Road, Calala.
NUMBER 7
Quirindi Showgirl
Cocktail Party
Join us for an evening to celebrate our 2019 Showgirls. There will be live music great food & drinks and of course speeches from our wonderful Showgirl entrants.
Hop on and grab your tickets today!!
Tickets are $45pp for those buying through trybooking there is a $1.63 booking fee. Tickets can also be purchased from Lush Hair & Beauty in Quirindi
There will be a cash only bar open throughout the evening. Please note there are no EFTPOS facilities at the venue.
Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th August // 10am// Somerton Flying Field
NUMBER 8
Bar Choir at the Welders
Bar Choir is about singing a song you like with just a bit of help with timing, and the words. You are not expected to have any musical training or skill. Just enthusiasm and the ability to read.
We will be singing the Cranberries song Zombie. This is a bit of a tribute to the lead singer Dolores O'Riordan who died unexpectedly in January 2018.
Tickets can be purchased before the event at a discounted price or will be for sale at the door on the day for $20. Please note numbers are limited.
Sunday 26th August // The Welder's Dog // 2 - 4pm
NUMBER 9
Kokedama Workshop
We are excited to be holding a Kokedama making workshop at Miss JuJu!! Where you will make your very own Kokedama, and sample some beautiful food prepared by Miss JuJu at 174 Bridge Street, West Tamworth. https://www.missjuju.com.au/
Enjoy a fun guided demonstration, with tips and tricks along the way. You will handle a variety of real plants, soil and moss to create your very own Kokedama. 🌿
Cost is $75 per person all materials and beautiful refreshments provided. 💕
There will be 2 sessions 10.00am to 12.00pm or 2.00pm to 4.00pm, please message your preferred session time. Be quick spots will fill quickly
Sunday 26th August // 174 Bridge Street // 10am - 2pm
NUMBER 10
Annual Bonfire and Fireworks at Liberty Church Tamworth
The annual Bonfire & Fireworks night is an event for the whole family.
Adult $15, Student $5, Family $40
Ticket price includes entry fee, food, drink, showbag, bonfire, fireworks, marshmallows, sparklers and entertainment.
Tickets can be purchased at the office.
Sunday 26th August // 5pm // Liberty Church (Goonoo Goonoo Rd)