Crows Nest Festival returns October 20

29 August 2024

By Hannah Wilcox

It’s that time of year again – the sun is shining, the birds are chirping and the Crows Nest Fest is coming to town.

On October 20, Willoughby Road and surrounds, including the newly completed Crows Nest Metro, will transform into a day of festivity and fun.

This year’s theme is ‘Connection, Culture and Creativity’ and will ‘showcase the dynamic spirit of the Crows Nest community’.

From 10am to 5pm, enjoy over 200 market stalls, Gourmet Food and Food Truck alleys plus a new Pop-Up Tequila and Taco Bar by North’s Collective Cantina.

Events will kick off with the ‘Canine Caper’ at Ernest Place’s John Griffin Memorial Stage, with 20 local dogs and their owners going snout to snout for best lookalike, best biscuit catcher and People’s Choice Award. 

Local artists will compete in live creative sessions throughout the day on Kelly’s Place. Winners will be decided by an audience vote. 

Musicians from Big Music will perform all day at Ernest Place whilst local school bands and dance groups take the stage on Hume Street. 

A family favourite, the Kids Zone makes a return featuring a petting zoo, pony rides and the Circus Playground. 

“We are thrilled to invite everyone to Crows Nest Fest 2024,” organiser JoEllen Henderson said.

“This festival is a true celebration of the vibrant culture and strong community spirit that makes Crows Nest so special.”

She added: “We’ve curated a day full of activities, food, and entertainment that promises to make this year’s fest the best one yet.”