BE A PART OF THE NATIONAL CHERRY FESTIVAL

The countdown to the National Cherry Festival has begun! Now’s the time to get involved and prepare to celebrate three unforgettable days of fun in the heart of Young, the Cherry Capital of Australia. Host a market stall, join the beloved parade, volunteer your time or partner with us to help make the magic happen. However you take part, you’ll be helping bring this much-loved celebration to life, filling the streets of Young with enthusiasm and community pride.

Scroll down to explore how you can be part of the action. More applications and details to come.
For applications, sponsor or organiser enquiries, please email: events@hilltops.nsw.gov.au
For general festival questions, contact: vic@hilltops.nsw.gov.au

BECOME A PARTNER

Not yet released – 2026 National Cherry Festival Partnership Prospectus

STALLHOLDERS

Not yet released – 2026 Stallholder Applications

JOIN THE PARADE

Not yet released – 2026 Street Parade Applications

FRINGE EVENTS

If you are interested in running a fringe event or performance over the National Cherry Festival weekend, please contact: events@hilltops.nsw.gov.au

FRIENDLY COMPETITION

Register for the Cherry Pie Eating and Pip Spit competitions on the day, 15-30 minutes before they start. Times are confirmed in the program.

GET ONBOARD

New National Cherry Festival committee members and volunteers are welcome to join the team and are key to our success. To enquire further, contact: events@hilltops.nsw.gov.au

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.

FIND OUT WHERE TO EAT, DRINK AND STAY