NATIONAL CHERRY FESTIVAL
Join growers, makers and cherry lovers as we celebrate the iconic cherry in the heart of Young β Australiaβs Cherry Capital β from Friday 4 – Sunday 6 December 2026.
Make it a weekend to remember as the town bursts into vibrant colours and flavours during this amazing regional celebration, featuring the award-winning Multicultural Cherry Fiesta.
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HIGHLIGHTS
ALL WEEKEND
FRINGE EVENTS
Alongside the main festivities, our local community welcomes you to visit fringe events across Young: art & photography exhibitions, car displays and more.
FRIDAY 4 DECEMBER 2026
MULTICULTURAL CHERRY FIESTA + FIREWORKS DISPLAY
Kick off the festivities and experience the Multicultural Cherry Fiesta, winner of the 2026 NSW Local Government Excellence Award for Festivals and Community Events (population under 50,000). The evening culminates in a spectacular fireworks display lighting up the summer sky.
SATURDAY 5 DECEMBER 2026
STREET PARADE
Experience the heart of the Cherry Festival with our iconic Street Parade as we celebrate our local pride with an abundance of creativity.
SATURDAY 5 – SUNDAY 6 DECEMBER 2026
BOUTIQUE + FARMERS MARKETS
Discover the regionβs best at the Boutique and Farmers Markets, fresh local produce, handmade goods, and country charm in every stall.
SPECIAL GUESTS
Pitmaster Adam Roberts
Meet Adam Roberts, respected barbecue industry leader and co-founder of the Australasian and New Zealand Barbecue Alliances. With over 35 national titles, heβs bringing bold flavours to Friday night’s Multicultural Cherry Fiesta!
Find him outside the Millard Centre on Boorowa Street, serving curried lamb cutlets with cherry glaze and tzatziki, cherry-glazed pork belly bites, and picanha with chimichurri. Come hungry and enjoy bold flavours cooked over flame, with a delicious cherry twist.
Amber Lawrence
Get ready, festival goers! Weβre thrilled to welcome six-time CMAA Golden Guitar Award winner Amber Lawrence to our main stage at 7.30pm for a National Cherry Festival performance you wonβt want to miss.
Named Female Artist of the Year in 2023, Amberβs extraordinary career spans eight studio albums, chart-topping releases and performances across Australia. Her 2022 album Living for the Highlights topped the ARIA Australian Country Albums Chart.
YOUNG’S NATIONAL CHERRY FESTIVAL
Young, nestled in the beautiful Hilltops Region, bursts into vibrant life each December with the National Cherry Festival. Proudly known as Australiaβs Cherry Capital, our town celebrates its rich farming heritage and delicious cherries with joy and community spirit.
Join us on the first weekend of December as orchards glow red and green, signaling peak cherry season. Streets bustle with lively markets, music, laughter, and the irresistible aroma of freshly baked cherry pies. For over 150 years, cherries have been central to our story, connecting generations and cultures.
The festival isnβt just about cherries; itβs a vibrant showcase of our townβs resilience, unity, and history. Everyone, from locals to travelers worldwide, gathers to share in the warmth, friendship, and the sweetest cherries youβll ever taste.
HISTORY
From humble orchard beginnings to Cherry Capital status, Youngβs story is deeply rooted in tradition, passionate growers, and a proud cherry-growing legacy.
PICK YOUR OWN + ORCHARDS
Thereβs nothing quite like picking your own cherries straight from the tree. Youngβs orchards offer the full experience β wander through rows of fruit-laden trees, taste the difference, and take home the freshest cherries youβll ever eat. Prefer to skip the picking? Visit one of our many local farm gates for just-picked produce and seasonal delights.
2026 PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY
MA Steel
Young Tourist Park
Delaney Civil
Young Veterinary Clinic
HGH Motor Group
Penrose Funerals
Poppa’s Fudge & Jam Factory
Colonial Motel & Serviced Apartments
Robert’s Shark Tank Museum & Collectables
FOLLOW US – @young.national.cherry.festival
Check out our Instagram for festival updates, announcements and all the excitement leading up to the festival weekend, Friday 2 – Sunday 6 December 2026.
DISCOVER THE HILLTOPS REGION
Looking to make the most of your visit? From local eateries and cosy stays to events happening across the region, the Hilltops Region website has everything you need to plan your perfect getaway.