Around the valley
Coming up in Harcourt
A celebration of harvest, place and community
Harcourt Applefest
Celebrate local produce and talent with apples, apple pies, market stalls, music, entertainment, makers and family fun in the Harcourt Valley.
Applefest returns in March, with the next date shared online.
In the valley north of Castlemaine.
Programme times will be published as the day takes shape.
Check the website and socials before planning your visit.
Why Applefest matters
A festival with Harcourt at its heart.
Harcourt Applefest brings residents, growers, makers, visitors and volunteers together to celebrate the valley’s apple-growing heritage and support the local community.
From orchard to festival
Rooted in local produce and made possible by community.
Harcourt’s orchard heritage shapes the flavour, story and character of the day.
Growers, producers, artists, businesses and community groups take centre stage.
Activities are planned for visitors of all ages, from competitions to live entertainment.
The festival is strengthened by local people who give their time and care.
What’s On
A full day to taste, explore and enjoy.
Find the market, main stage entertainment, kids’ fun, art, cookery, Lego and apple pie eating traditions that make Applefest a full day out.
Entertainment
Live Music & Entertainment
Main stage acts, community performers and plenty of local talent.
Taste
Food & Drink
Apple pies, local produce, cider, wine and festival favourites.
Browse
Market Stalls
Makers, growers, community groups and regional producers.
Family
Kids & Family
Outdoor activities, tasty treats and entertainment for kids.
Creative
Art Show
Local artists, exhibitions and creative community showcases.
Enter
Competitions
Cookery, art, Lego and the gloriously messy apple pie eating competition.
Learn
Demonstrations & Displays
Grower stories, cooking demonstrations and orchard heritage displays as the programme allows.
Gather
Special Events
Applefest Royalty, awards, hosted tastings and one-off festival highlights.
Plan Your Day
Visitor essentials, gathered together.
Clear pathways help visitors move from discovery to arrival, with practical information easy to find before festival day.
Programme 2026
See the activities expected for the next Applefest.
Getting Here
Driving, rail, bus and cycling notes for reaching Harcourt.
Parking
Future parking locations, drop-off and accessible parking details.
Festival Map
Festival zones and facilities will be mapped closer to the day.
Visitor Information
Local visitor centres, accommodation, camping and regional travel support.
Accessibility
Mobility access, toilets, assistance and visitor support.
FAQs
Answers for common visitor, stallholder and volunteer questions.
Get Involved
Applefest is made by community.
Whether you want to volunteer, trade, compete or support the festival, these pathways make it simple to find the right next step.
Latest news
Festival updates and community stories.
Watch this space for programme news, competition information, community call-outs and practical updates.
Applefest Returns to Harcourt
Applefest is a one-day-a-year celebration in the fertile Harcourt Valley, bringing neighbours, school friends, visitors, volunteers and local organisations together around apples, food, arts…
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Market Interest
Food vendors, makers, producers and community stalls can contact the committee about taking part.
Supported by
Community partners help make the festival possible.
