Each year Cowra welcomes and celebrates a guest nation for the Festival of International Understanding! Annual events for the Festival include a Tree Planting Ceremony, Ringing of the Cowra Peace Bell, Street Parade and Carnival and of course, the famous Cowra Duck Race!

Every year tens of thousands of visitors flock to the town to witness the visual spectacle that is the Canowindra International Balloon Challenge. Enjoy a week long celebration with a street parade, daily balloon flights and more! The signature event is the Cabonne Community Glow and night markets where you will enjoy local produce, wine, crafts and entertainment culminating in a night display as the balloons light up synchronised to music.

A sister festival to Sakura Matsuri (Cherry Blossom Festival), Kōyō Matsuri celebrates and welcomes in the autumn season. Kōyō Matsuri takes place over two days and incorporates a dedicated Children's Day.

The Wyangala Fireworks & Bonfire Spectacular is back again this year as the highly anticipated June Long Weekend event! The event brings together an estimated 4,000 visitors made up by Wyangala Dam locals, neighboring townsfolk, and visitors that have travelled the distance.

Join us for a weekend of wine! Centered around the Cowra Wine Show Public Tasting, Cowra Tourism Corporation have partnered with the Cowra Show Society Inc. along with a number of local businesses and groups to bring a full program of wonderful events to make your weekend memorable!

The Woodstock Memorial Show is held annually on the first Sunday in September, the first day of spring, Fathers Day. The show encourages the development of pastoral, agricultural, horticultural, viticulture, industrial and cultural pursuits of Woodstock and the surrounding district. The Show provides prizes including cash and trophies. The show is run by the community for the community. It is a great day out for the family. Affordable and Fun!

Experience Cowra's Fields of Gold this canola season!

Sakura Matsuri is the highlight of the year at the Cowra Japanese Garden, a huge festival celebrating the coming of spring, the beauty of the seasonal cherry blossoms, and Japanese culture itself. The festival shows off the best of Japanese culture with displays and demonstrations including music, dance, martial arts and sumo, arts and crafts, tea ceremonies and more. Sakura Matsuri is celebrated annually in September when the cherry blossoms are at their peak. The blossoms are usually in flower from late mid September until mid October, depending on weather each year.

The Cowra Show is an annual event that brings the community together for a fun-filled weekend of entertainment and celebration. The show is a highlight on Cowra's calendar, attracting locals and visitors alike. From thrilling amusement rides to agricultural displays, the Cowra Show offers something for everyone. Visitors can cheer on their favorite contestants in the livestock competitions, marvel at the skilled horsemanship in the showjumping competitions, or indulge in a variety of delicious food and drinks from vendors. The show also features live music performances, sideshow games, and fireworks that light up the night sky. The Cowra Show is a fantastic opportunity to experience the vibrant spirit of the community while enjoying a range of exciting activities.

Held annually on the October Long Weekend, the Bell Beats Festival brings Cowra’s town centre to life with a dynamic program of nationally recognised performers, local musicians, artists, and a creative arts precinct featuring ephemeral art installations, video projection and artmaking workshops. The event includes family-friendly entertainment, local food and wine, and a strong focus on community participation.

Held annually on the Main Street of Cowra, the Cowra Christmas Festival is an opportunity to celebrate community spirit leading into the festive season and share a great night out with friends and family. The main street of Cowra is closed to traffic and will be transformed into a market city with stalls selling everything from local products, handicrafts, clothing and much more. Browse the variety of stalls to the tunes of Christmas Carols before grabbing yourself a bite to eat from a dedicated ‘Eat Street’.