Celebrations begin this weekend
Bathurst is set to sparkle this July as The Greens on William and Reckless Brewing Co gear up to host two of the season’s most exciting winter experiences.
From Friday 4 July to Sunday 20 July, The Greens on William will transform into a lively winter wonderland, complete with daily ice skating and amusement rides for the entire two-week period. The centrepiece of the action is the McDonald’s Ice Skating Rink, making its much-anticipated return—this time in a vibrant new location.
“The excitement is building, both amongst staff at The Greens and also in the community,” said Rebecca Mathie, General Manager of The Greens on William. “Behind the scenes, there’s still a lot happening—it can be stressful—but it’s definitely exciting. We’re really looking forward to putting on a great event for Bathurst and surrounding areas.”
Rebecca added, “The McDonald’s Ice Skating Rink is back, and we’re so excited to welcome first-timers. It’s perfect for families and anyone who wants to get a taste of winter fun.”
Key themed days include the Opening Weekend Brew & Bite on Friday 2 and Saturday 3 July, Kids Day on Tuesday 8 and 15 July, and the inclusive All Abilities Day on Wednesday 9 July. The season wraps up with the Closing Weekend Brew & Bite on Friday 18 and Saturday 19 July, with plenty of fun spilling onto the surrounding streets. Pre-booking for the rink is highly recommended to avoid missing out.
Midway through the month, things heat up again—this time with a bold new offering from Reckless Brewing Co.
Reckless Western Winter, running from Friday 11 July to Sunday 13 July, is a brand-new three-day festival born from the spirit of Winterfest’s beloved Brew & Bite. It’s a celebration of local producers, great food, and Reckless Brewing’s signature community vibe.
“It’s terrifyingly awesome to see your vision coming to life,” said Jarrod Moore, one of the owners of Reckless Brewing Co. “We’ve had so much support from the local community for something that came together last minute—but if anyone can pull off a great vibe in a thriving, family-friendly precinct, it’s Reckless.”
The event will feature an incredible lineup of local beer, wine, and spirit producers including Bathurst Grange, Stone Pine Distillery, and Cosmo Brewing, plus a mouth-watering selection of food from local favourites like Drew from Short Street Kitchen.
“There’s so much to look forward to,” said Jarrod. “Stone Pine is doing their famous hot Negroni, Renzaglia and Winburndale are bringing their prize-winning mulled wines, and Bathurst Grange is debuting their hot chocolate gin. Everyone is creating something special just for the event.”
Jarrod added, “Winterfest was our single most important consumer engagement last year, and we’re proud to help ensure that momentum continues.”
With so much on offer across both events, Bathurst is well and truly the place to be this winter. Whether you’re carving up the ice, soaking in the tunes, or sipping on something spiced and steaming, there’s a winter experience waiting for everyone.
