Now picking peaches, nectarines, plums and apples.
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.
ORANGE RAINBOW FESTIVAL 4-8th MARCH
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TASTE THE RAINBOW
Guided Orchard Fruit Picking Tour
SATURDAY 7th MARCH I 10AM - 11AM I $15
Celebrate Pride in the orchard with a guided fruit-picking tour Discover how fruit is grown, pick the ripest produce straight from the tree, and fill your bucket and your heart with a rainbow of fruit in a celebration of inclusion, diversity and community. After the tour, guests are warmly invited to relax in the orchard, visit the farm shop stocked with fresh local produce, or enjoy coffee and light bites from the café.
Pick with Pride. Taste the Rainbow. All Welcome.
SIP and MAKE SAUCE
SATURDAY 14th MARCH I 3PM - 5PM I $80
2 hrs of fun, sipping on a glass of your favourite drink while making a batch of yummy Asian style Plum Sauce!
No prior experience required.
Take home what you make, along with the recipe, so you can make more!
Nibbles & all ingredients & equipment provided.
BYO drinks.
Suitable for those 18yrs +
Orange FOOD Week - 2026
HARVEST & BAKE
A Local Apple Pie Workshop
FRIDAY 20th MARCH I 10AM - 12.30PM I SOLD OUT
FRIDAY 20th MARCH I 2PM - 4.30PM I $90 - SOLD OUT
SATURDAY 21st MARCH I 10AM - 12.30 PM I $90 - SOLD OUT
A paddock-to-plate journey, starting with an orchard tour to see the trees the apples are from, followed by a hands-on pie-making workshop using local ingredients and Grandma's cherished recipe. Take home your crafted masterpiece to share.
TREES & VINES WALKING TOUR
SATURDAY 21st MARCH I 9.30AM - 11AM I $15
MONDAY 23rd MARCH I 9.30AM - 11AM I $15
FRIDAY 27th MARCH I 9.30AM - 11AM I $15
SATURDAY 28th MARCH I 9.30AM - 11AM I $15
Take a step behind the scenes with an immersive 1.5-hour walking tour through Hillside Harvest Orchard and Orange Mountain Estate vineyard.
Led by the orchardist and winemaker themselves, this casual stroll offers a rare opportunity to explore the land, ask
questions, and gain insight into the rich history and hands-on processes behind fruit growing and winemaking in the Orange region.
A PADDOCK, A PINOT AND A PAINTBRUSH
SATURDAY 21ST MARCH I 2PM - 4.30PM I SOLD OUT
Experience the tranquillity of the countryside in our unique outdoor artist studio, surrounded by orchard views and Mt Canobolas. Enjoy a guided painting session with Kerrie Stewart, complemented by a glass of Orange Mountain Wine and a grazing table of local produce. As you create your masterpiece, learn about the latest wine harvest from Julie, with the option to add a cellar door tasting after the class. All materials provided.
JAM MAKING 101
SUNDAY 22nd MARCH I 2PM I $80
FRIDAY 27th MARCH I 2PM I $80
Have you always wanted to preserve those delicious seasonal fruits? This is your opportunity to learn how.
Learn all the fundamentals of jam making. Put this all into practice when you get “hands on”, using fruit from the orchard to prepare and make a batch of yummy jam.
With the skills and knowledge gained from this class, you’ll be equipped to take advantage of the seasons and preserve fruits when they are fresh and plentiful.
Photographybypip
FROM TREE TO TABLE
A Progressive Orchard Lunch
SUNDAY 22nd MARCH I 11AM - 2PM I SOLD OUT
"Taste the Season, Savour the Story"
A unique orchard lunch at Hillside Harvest. Enjoy a guided foraging tour, a three-course meal crafted from fresh local produce, all perfectly paired local wines and served among the apple trees.
Every course is a tribute to our orchard's fruits, the local harvest and the artistry of our local vignerons, connecting you to our family and our dedication to fresh, seasonal flavours.
CHUTNEY MAKING 101
MONDAY 23rd MARCH I 10AM I $80 SOLD OUT
SATURDAY 28th MARCH I 10AM I $80 SOLD OUT
Have you always wanted to know how to turn seasonal fruit
& veg into amazing relishes, chutneys & sauces? With the skills and knowledge gained from this class, you’ll be equipped to make these tasty preserves for use throughout the year, or to give as beautiful gifts.
Learn all the fundamentals of preserving methods, then put them into practice when you get “hands on”, using ingredients from the orchard to prepare & make a batch of yummy relish or chutney.
SATURDAY 28th MARCH I 1PM - 3.30PM I $80
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Photography Monique Lovick
CULINARY CONNECTIONS
WEDNESDAY 25nd MARCH I 6PM - 8PM I $30
We invite you to celebrate the stories behind the dishes that bring people together, through the experiences of two local ladies. Through their heartfelt narratives, these remarkable ladies share their journey to Australia, the challenges, and the cherished traditions that define their culinary heritage. Included is a taster of each featured dish.
This event promises an evening of connection, culture, and the power of food to tell extraordinary stories.
HARVEST
FRIDAY 27th MARCH I 6PM - 9PM I $40
Join the Orange Mountain and Hillside Harvest families to celebrate vintage 2025. Gather your friends and family for live music in the Orchard.
Ticket includes a glass of Orange Mountain and a tasting table featuring Molly’s Grove products. Music from local musicians, relaxing or dancing under the festoon lights and stars, family games and a dessert from Hillside Harvests Orchard.
Purchase your dinner from a local pop up. Additional wine and beer can be purchased.
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CHILDREN'S ART WORKSHOP
THURSDAY 9th April / 9.30 - 11.30 AM / $29 WEDNESDAY 15th APRIL /9.30 - 11.30AM / $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.