Blue Mountains Grammar School, Wentworth Falls, New South Wales, 2782
Phone Number: 61 02 4757 2371

From 01-Nov-2009 to 30-Nov-2009
The Kedumba Drawing Award was first presented in 1990, and is now considered the premier event for drawing in Australia with a $20,000 acquisitive award for 24 invited artists. The Kedumba Gallery displays the Kedumba Collection in the grounds of Blue Mountains Grammar School at Wentworth Falls, New South Wales. Every year it is enhanced through works acquired from the Annual Kedumba Drawing Award and by donations and acquisitions approved by the Trustee. The Gallery also exhibits part of the Kedumba Collection Monday to Friday from 11am to 4pm and at weekends by appointment. In November of every year, during the Kedumba Drawing Award, the gallery is open daily and admission is free. The Kedumba Trust invites and welcomes friends, sponsors and benefactors to support the Kedumba Collection to grow and thus provide an important statement of the development of drawing through time.

Katoomba Town Centre, Katoomba, New South Wales, 2780
Website: www.wintermagic.com.au

From 19-Jun-2010 to 19-Jun-2010
June in Katoomba in the beautiful Blue Mountains is when one of Australia's most famous towns is taken over by local musicians, mask makers, dancers, drummers, poets, pantomime artists, choirs, clowns and the community. It is a chance for all to participate and have fun – kids and adults alike Winter Magic won’t just be the name of Katoomba’s premier festival during winter, but an accurate description of what will be experienced when the town during 2010 will unleash a mammoth mix of surprises once again. The Winter Magic Grand Parade, is always popular and will have a new theme to be announced. Satellite events will run during June - new events plus favourites including ArtStreet and Katoomba Short Film Festival. Enjoy the day by using the train to the Blue Mountains with extra services available on the day.

Throughout the Blue Mountains, Blackheath, New South Wales, 2785
Website: www.environment.nsw.gov.au/NationalParks/parkTours.aspx?id=N0004
Phone Number: 61 02 4787 8877
Fax Number: 61 02 4787 8514

From 01-Jan-2009 to 31-Dec-2009
All year round it is a great time to experience the seasons in your National Parks. Whether it's early morning, in a canyon environment or indoor, join a Discovery activity to find out more about habitat in the World Heritage Blue Mountains and Australian Wildlife. Further information is available on the National Parks website. Tours and activities can also be tailored to suit the needs of particular individuals, groups and tours. Call 02 4787 8877.

Blue Mountains Region, Katoomba, New South Wales, 2780
Website: www.visitbluemountains.com.au

From 01-Sep-2009 to 31-Dec-2009
Music and Theatre - Local Hotels and Clubs in the Blue Mountains provide a variety of music and bands during the weekends and occasionally midweek. THE CARRINGTON - Katoomba St Katoomba Info - 4782 1111 www.thecarrington.com.au Baroque Bar & Nightclub – Several DJs Fri & Sat nights Old City Bank Bar & Brassiere – Live performances Fri & Sat. RAZZ RESTAURANT - 150 Macquarie Rd Springwood Info - 4751 7500 www.razz.com.au Regular Music often featuring Jazz, various entertainers & comedy acts. SPRINGWOOD SPORTS CLUB – Macquarie Rd. P: 4751 1298 www.springwoodsports.com.au Music on Fridays and Saturday night and Sunday afternoon HILLCREST COACHMAN RESTAURANT- Leura Info - 4784 3265 www.bluemts.com.au/coachman A variety of top Australian & international jazz artists Fri & Sat. evenings THE CLARENDON - Lurline St Katoomba Info - 4782 1322 www.clarendonguesthouse.com.au Changing concerts & shows with a range of high quality performers GEARINS HOTEL - Great Western Highway Katoomba Info - 4782 4395 www.hotelgearin.com Music & bands during Thursday, Fri & Sat nights plus Sunday afternoon RSL KATOOMBA - Cnr Lurline & Merriwa St Info - 4782 2624 www.katoombarsl.com.au Regular entertainment IVANHOE HOTEL

Civic Centre, Springwood, New South Wales, 2777
Website: www.spiritualcarnival.com.au
Phone Number: 61 02 9361 3027

From 16-Jan-2010 to 16-Jan-2010
Following on from the success of their 2007 and 2008 concert tours, Le Carnaval returns to Australia this summer to entertain us with their colourful “joie de vivre” performances. With spectacular flair they bring the stage to life, unveiling a rich tapestry of music, dance, tribal drumming, yoga, martial arts and surreal theatre, evoking the timeless wisdom of India’s ancient spiritual culture.

Springwood High Hall, Faulconbridge, New South Wales, 2776
Phone Number: 61 02 4751 9261

From 21-Nov-2009 to 21-Nov-2009
Celebrating Design is an event to admire or buy handcrafted wares direct from the artisans or designers in Faulconbridge. Gifts, jewellery, woodwork, leather, glass and textiles will be included with over 30 stalls. Celebrating Design is a fundraiser for the Springwood High School P and C. A Café will be open throughout the day.

Six Foot Track, Katoomba to Jenolan Caves, Katoomba, New South Wales, 2780
Website: www.sixfoot.com

From 13-Mar-2010 to 13-Mar-2010
The Six Foot Track is a 45 kilometre footpath stretching across the Blue Mountains from The Explorer's Marked Tree, near Katoomba to Jenolan Caves. The marathon started in 1984 and follows the length of the entire footpath. It is Australia's fifth largest marathon and by far the largest 100 per cent off-road running event. The race is a fundraiser for the Rural Fire Service and Six Foot Track Heritage Trust. For more information please visit the their website.

1 Sublime Point Road, Leura, New South Wales, 2780
Website: www.thenorthface.com.au/100

From 15-May-2010 to 16-May-2010
The North Face 100 is a 100 kilometre competitive ultra-trail running event through the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains open to individuals. The pinnacle of trail running events in Australia includes a spectacular course, over 4,200 metres elevation and a cut-off time of only 30 hours to complete the course. Belt buckles for those finishing in less than 14 hours! Test yourself, push your own limits and achieve something to be proud of! For those not quite ready for the total experience, the Marathon Pairs option offers teams of two the possibility to relay the distance at mid-course.

School of Arts, Wentworth Falls, New South Wales, 2782
Website: www.spiritualcarnival.com.au
Phone Number: 61 02 9361 3027

From 15-Jan-2010 to 15-Jan-2010
Following on from the success of their 2007 and 2008 concert tours, Le Carnaval returns to Australia this summer to entertain us with their colourful “joie de vivre” performances. With spectacular flair they bring the stage to life, unveiling a rich tapestry of music, dance, tribal drumming, yoga, martial arts and surreal theatre, evoking the timeless wisdom of India’s ancient spiritual culture.

Katoomba, Katoomba, New South Wales, 2780
Website: www.wildendurance.org.au

From 01-May-2010 to 02-May-2010
Wild Endurance is a spectacular and challenging 100 kilometre teams-only trail trek in the heart of the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains National Park, just two hours drive from Sydney. The route passes through some of Australia's most iconic scenery, including the world famous Three Sisters and the stunning Jamison Valley. The event starts in the Megalong Valley and finishes in the historic town of Katoomba, with regular checkpoints along the route. Raising funds and awareness for The Wilderness Society, this event is open to teams of four to six completing the full course or relaying the distance half-way through.