Culture Fusion. COUNCIL’S free and popular multicultural event, Culture Fusion, is back for a third year to celebrate Penrith’s diverse community. This two-day festival will be held on Saturday 21 February and Sunday 22 February in St Marys.   With a new central location in Queen Street, St Marys and extended event hours, Culture Fusion […]

A lady bird found on a California poppy by Jenny Camilleri.  Enter Penrith Council’s  Penrith Wild Photo Competition!   All you have to do is:  • Take a photo of an animal or plant local to Penrith • Submit your photo by sharing it in a comment to a Penrith Wild Photo Competition Facebook post […]

ADAPTED by Jessica Hanlon, “The Wizard of Oz” is set to enchant audiences at The Ruby Theatre in Penrith. Directed by Hanlon alongside Louise Gal, this beloved tale brings the magical journey of Dorothy, a young girl from Kansas, to life. Swept away by a tornado to the enchanting land of Oz, Dorothy embarks on […]

GET ready for an adventure packed with friendship and a touch of mischief! Join Q Theatre’s Junior Performance Ensemble as they bring Kenneth Grahame’s beloved classic The Wind in the Willows to life on the stage at The Joan, Penrith for two shows only, 29 & 30 November. Adapted by Mike Smith and Keith Dawson, […]

FRESH from his sold-out Awake Is The New Sleep 20th Anniversary Tour, Ben Lee hits the road again in 2026…and he’s coming to Penrith! Join the award-winning singer-songwriter for an unforgettable night of wit, nostalgia and feel-good hits spanning three decades. Don’t miss this Sydney exclusive performance by one of Australia’s most beloved artists. Date […]

Step into a world of freaky fun, haunting tunes, and food that’s wickedly good. Spookfeast is bringing Western Sydney’s biggest Halloween party to life with live wrestling, roaming performers, thrilling rides, and games for all ages. Eat, dance, play, and scream your way through the night – if you dare! GET ready for a fang-tastic […]

SYMPHONIC SERIES IVSaturday 8 November 2025Concert Hall BRAHMS & BORODIN Originally conceived as part of a larger operatic score, the Polovtsian Dances present an exhilarating  spectacle for orchestra, followed by the soaring Romanticism of Khachaturian. Lara Dowdeswell appears as soloist in Saint-Saëns mellifluous and virtuosic violin showpiece, the  Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso dazzles with its […]

By Jo Tomic, St Marys Town Centre Manager EXPERIENCE where magic intertwines with community spirit, a tradition that has thrived since 2011! This annual spooktacular celebration is dedicated to forging delightful connections between local businesses and the community. Our fabulous trail transforms Halloween into a safe, fun-filled extravaganza, strengthening ties along the bustling Queen Street. […]

CINEMA in the Park returns for a magical evening on Saturday 11 October from 6pm to 9pm at City Park – and the first 200 attendees will receive free popcorn.  Penrith City Council’s Cinema in the Park is airing ‘Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone’ for everyone to enjoy.  Penrith Mayor Todd Carney said he […]