About the weekend
The Yowie Festival is a three-day community fundraiser in Bellbrook, NSW, raising funds for Macleay Valley Hospice and the Bellbrook community. From 2–4 October 2026, expect live music, markets, camping, a wood chopping demonstration, a fishing competition, whip cracking displays, face painting and plenty of Big Foot fun for the whole family. Entry is $10 per adult for the whole weekend, kids under 14 free — you'll get a ticket once you've paid, so you can come and go as you please, just show it again on re-entry.
Weekend highlights
Live Music
Local live music across the festival weekend.
Markets
Local makers, food and community stalls — see Stalls & Sponsors for the full list.
Wood Chopping Demonstration
NSW Axemen demonstration on the main arena.
Fishing Comp’
Runs the whole weekend on the Macleay River, prizes for all ages.
Whip Cracking Display
Whip cracking, a trick pony and wandering donkeys with Laughing Stock Productions.
Face Painting
Free face painting for the kids.
Camping Available
Two camping options near the hotel — see pricing and booking details.
Yowie Hunt
An off-road adventure along Postman's Trail — can you find a Yowie?
Getting there
The Bellbrook Hotel, 10–12 Main Street, Bellbrook, NSW 2440, in the Macleay Valley. Parking on-site is monitored by attendants.
From Kempsey, follow Armidale Road inland to Bellbrook — about 47 minutes (52.4km).