Your Guide to the Top 6 Experiences at Orange FOOD Week 2025

Nestled in the heart of New South Wales, Orange is a foodie gem that truly comes alive during Orange FOOD Week. Known for its world-class wineries, and thriving gourmet food scene, this picturesque region is the ideal setting for Australia’s longest-running food festival. Whether you’re looking to indulge in farm-fresh produce, sip award-winning wines, or soak up the region’s charm, Orange offers it all.

Sitchu Tip: We stayed at Quest Orange during our visit and loved being just a short stroll from many of the FOOD Week events, especially handy after indulging in all that delicious local produce and wine.

Italian Cooking Class at Ross Hill Wines

Join chef Michael Manners at Ross Hill’s The Barrel & Larder for an intimate Italian cooking class. Limited to just 12 guests, begin with bubbles on arrival before diving into a three-hour class where you’ll enjoy a delicious Italian feast perfectly paired with Ross Hill’s wines. With its warm, communal vibe and unforgettable flavours, this is a must for food and wine lovers alike.

$140 per person, purchase here

Saturday 22nd March, 11am to 2pm

Ross Hill Wines, 134 Wallace Lane, Orange

An Apple Pie Workshop at Hillside Harvest

It doesn’t get much more wholesome than this food festival experience at Hillside Harvest Orchard. Begin with a stroll through rows of apple trees as you hand-pick the perfect fruit for your pie. Then, step into the kitchen for a hands-on workshop where you’ll create a pie using fresh, local ingredients. To finish, enjoy a slice of pie served with Split Milk gelato and Little Big Dairy double cream. Bonus, you get to take your very own homemade pie home to share.

$85, purchase here

Friday 28th March, 10am to 4pm

Hillside Harvest, 1209 The Escort Way, Borenore

Fermented Drinks Workshops with Orange Fermentary

Dive into the art of fermentation with this hands-on masterclass, where you’ll explore the different types of probiotics you can create at home and learn practical techniques for fermenting your own drinks. The workshop also includes a tasting plate along with a homebrew kombucha kit to kickstart your fermenting journey.

$60 per person, purchase here

Friday 28th March, 2pm 

Saturday 5th April, 3pm

48 Silverdown Way, Orange

Orange FOOD Week Night Market

A signature event in the Orange FOOD Week calendar, the Night Market is arguably the most popular event of the season. Wander through nearly 50 stalls at this night market offering dishes crafted by local chefs, cooks, and caterers, paired with local wines, ciders, spirits, and craft beers. There will also be live music making it the perfect spot to soak up the lively atmosphere. 

Sitchu Tip: Don’t leave without a cup of the Small Acres Cyder Mulled Cyder. It’s the ultimate autumn warmer, its spiced, steamy, and just the thing to cradle in your hands if the temperature drops. Trust us, it’s like a hug in a cup.

Entry from $10

Friday 28th March, 5.30pm to 8.30pm

Robertson Park, Orange

Sampson Street Lunch

Set beneath a canopy of golden autumn trees on one of the prettiest streets in Orange, this one-of-a-kind event brings together the region’s renowned and emerging chefs, winemakers, and food lovers for an unforgettable afternoon. Enjoy a three-course meal with paired wines, along with canapés and drinks on arrival.

Sitchu Tip: After your long lunch under the autumn leaves, head to Hotel Canobolas to keep the good times flowing. As a proud partner of Orange FOOD Week, they throw some of the week’s most talked about events like RAW FIZZ, with local bubbles, bites and live tunes.

$290 per person, purchase here

Saturday 29th March, 12pm to 4pm

Sampson Street, Orange

Pizza and Prosecco at See Saw Wines

Unwind in style with See Saw Wine and Arancia Pizza for a Sunday afternoon ‘wine down’ on their stunning lawn, complete with live music and a laid-back atmosphere.

$55 per person, purchase here

Sunday 30th March, 12.30pm to 4.30pm

See Saw Wines, 42 Lake Canobolas Road, Nashdale

Swinging Bridge Wines

Sitchu Tip: If you’re heading to Orange FOOD Week, keep an eye out for special events hosted by Swinging Bridge Wines. This family-owned winery is known not just for its elegant drops and cellar door, but for its flair for hosting unforgettable experiences, like 2025’s Bubbles & Brunch celebration for their 30th anniversary, a glamorous start to the weeks festivities featuring oysters, caviar, and their signature G&A Méthode Traditionnelle. With stunning views of Mount Canobolas, gourmet bites, and sparkling wine to match, their events are always worth adding to your itinerary.

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