Pick your own fruit has now finished for this season.
June Long weekend hours:
Saturday 9am - 4pm, Sunday 9am - 3pm, Monday CLOSED
What's on at Hillside Harvest
Orange is renowned for its four distinct seasons and at Hillside Harvest we want to
share this with you by celebrating the beauty of each one with special events.
WINTER
BENEATH THE BRANCHES
Orchard walk and talk tour
SATURDAY 6th JUNE I 10.30AM I From $10
Step behind the scenes in a relaxed 45-minute guided tour through the working orchard at Hillside Harvest. Led by Allan or Paula, whose family have been orcharding in the district for over 100 years, we invite you to wander through the trees, ask questions, learn how fruit gets from tree to table, hear our story and the history of fruit growing in the Orange region.
After the walk, guests are welcome to stay and explore, pick your own fruit if in season (orchard entry included), relax among the trees, or visit the farm shop and café showcasing local produce.
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GRANOLA MAKING
SUNDAY 7th JUNE I 10AM I From $80
Learn how to make your own Granola.
You will be amazed at the difference in quality and taste.
Learn about the key steps to success, taste some popular flavour combinations, then get busy making your own batch.
Recipes provided or create your own blend.
Take home: Your granola, workshop notes and recipes
Provided: Tea and coffee, ingredients (including GF), all tools and equipment.
Bring: Enclosed shoes and your own container.
EASY APPLE DESSERTS
SUNDAY 14th JUNE I 10AM I From $80
Join us for a fun, hands-on class where you'll learn to make two comforting apple desserts: classic baked apples and a delicious apple crumble. Using fresh, orchard-picked apples, you'll discover how to tailor each recipe to your taste—whether you're after a healthier treat or something a little more indulgent. With step-by-step guidance, proven recipes, and plenty of tips, you'll build confidence in the kitchen and enjoy the handmade results. Best of all, you’ll get to savour one dessert at the end and take the other home to share!
SOLSTICE AND SONG
SATURDAY 20th June I 6PM I $50
Join us for an enchanting Winter Solstice celebration, where the warmth of community meets the soulful melodies of the Orange Male Voice Choir. As the longest night of the year unfolds, immerse yourself in the rich harmonies that echo the spirit of the season. Savour a heart-warming meal featuring homemade soup with crusty bread roll -perfect for warming your spirit, with Hillside apple cake and tea and coffee that captures the essence of winter's sweetness.
Let the music lift your heart as we gather together to celebrate the beauty of the solstice, sharing laughter and warmth on this magical evening.
CHILDREN'S ART WORKSHOP
MONDAY 13th JULY I 9.30 - 11.30 AM I $29
THURSDAY 16th JULY I 9.30 - 11.30AM I $29
A fun and engaging art workshop for children aged 7 - 12years, using vibrant watercolours and mixed media techniques. Whether your child is a budding artist or simply loves to explore, this workshop offers the perfect balance of education, creativity and self-expression. Guided by an experienced instructor, children will create unique nature-inspired artwork to take home.
WINTER FIRE FESTIVAL
BRUSHSTROKES AND BARRELS
SATURDAY 8th AUGUST I 2 - 4.30PM I $85
Join us at Brushstrokes and Barrels, a celebration of art and flavour, hosted by Hillside Harvest, Orange Mountain Wines, and artist Kerrie Stewart. Start in the Hillside Harvest Orchard, enjoying stunning views of Mt Canobolas while painting your own masterpiece with Kerrie's guidance—no experience needed! Then, visit Orange Mountain Wines for an intimate experience, exploring the vines and tasting handcrafted wines in a warm atmosphere.
EMBER FEAST
Where flame meets flavour beneath winter skies
SUNDAY 16th AUGUST I 11AM - 3PM I $65 adults
Gather beneath the bare winter branches at for Ember Feast, a relaxed afternoon celebrating food, fire, and community.
Renowned local chef Richard Learmonth joins Aiden and Felix from Trunkey Bacon and Pork to slow roast a whole pig over open flames, serving succulent spit-roasted pork with hearty BBQ sides and Hillside’s orchard-made apple sauce.
As live acoustic music drifts through the orchard and fire buckets crackle nearby, enjoy the warmth of good company and country hospitality. Bring your own drinks, picnic rug, and chairs, and settle in for a memorable fireside feast in the heart of the orchard
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