The festival will take place on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 10am to 4pm at the Harden Racecourse, with entry by gold coin donation.
David Munnerley, Events Coordinator for Hilltops Council, said the milestone year would be a standout.
“The 20th anniversary of the Harden Kite Festival is looking absolutely sensational," he said.
"We’ve got a fantastic lineup of massive displays, plenty of food vans, market stalls, and an amazing layout of rides, including some exciting new additions like the dodgem cars.
"Of course, there are the old-time favourites too, like the teacups and the inflatable jumping castles."
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The main stage entertainment includes performances by the Young Town Band, the Kapooka Army ‘Pep’ Band, Prosperous Mountain Lion Dance, Little Riverina Band, Jane Dee, and a performance from Murrumburrah Public School.
Roaming entertainers such as bubble artists and circus performers will also keep the crowds entertained throughout the day.
Festival-goers can enjoy free activities such as kite and badge making workshops, face painting, a petting zoo, a sandpit, and public kite flying.
For those chasing thrills, an all-day rides pass is available, with attractions including the gigantic adventure slide, Lightning McQueen jumping castle, bungee trampoline, Run the Gauntlet wipeout inflatable, gladiator sumo wrestling, and more.
“It’s a really good community-minded event that’s going to be a great economic boost for the region, especially with the major support of our sponsors,” Mr Munnerley said. “This is such a well-thought-out and well-laid-out festival.
"We’re really focused on making it a fun and affordable day out for the whole family.”
Alongside the rides and performances, highlights include the big kite display, the Transport for NSW ‘Wiggles’ Big Red Car exhibit, and a dramatic rescue car cut-up demonstration by Harden Fire and Rescue at 2.30pm, showing how emergency crews respond to road accidents.
Food and drink will be plentiful, with both regional and visiting vendors.
“We’ve got some great local involvement too, with food from Aolog’s Barbecue, coffee vans from the Hilltops region, and two local ice cream trucks joining the lineup alongside other vendors,” Mr Munnerley said.
The Harden Kite Festival has become one of the Hilltops region’s premier annual events, drawing visitors from across NSW.
“We’re proud to see it continue as a traditional festival while also adding new features. It really is a day for the whole community to come together,” Mr Munnerley said.
