The events below are organised by the Society or the Society participates in them or the Society supports their objectives.

The Society organises many regular activities throughout the year which are not listed on this page. See our Bushwalking, Plant Study Group, Wild TING and Plant Nursery webpages for details about these regular activities.

The Society's Events Coordinator can be contacted at events@bluemountains.org.au.

Changes to events appear in red.

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The proposed high-density development at 142–150 Narrow Neck Road, Katoomba is entering a critical phase.

The Blue Mountains Conservation Society invites all community members to attend one of three information meetings to learn more about the proposal, the NSW Government’s Housing Delivery Authority (HDA) process, what it means for you and the future of the Blue Mountains, and how to have your say when the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is exhibited.

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The year commences with our traditional February sunset gathering at the Hut.

A guest speaker will address the meeting - details to be advised.

Meet other members of the Society. Hear about plans for the year and what your Society is up to.

Light refreshments will be served.

Please book here for free to assist catering.

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The proposed high-density development at 142–150 Narrow Neck Road, Katoomba is entering a critical phase.

The Blue Mountains Conservation Society invites all community members to attend one of three information meetings to learn more about the proposal, the NSW Government’s Housing Delivery Authority (HDA) process, what it means for you and the future of the Blue Mountains, and how to have your say when the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is exhibited.

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The proposed high-density development at 142–150 Narrow Neck Road, Katoomba is entering a critical phase.

The Blue Mountains Conservation Society invites all community members to attend one of three information meetings to learn more about the proposal, the NSW Government’s Housing Delivery Authority (HDA) process, what it means for you and the future of the Blue Mountains, and how to have your say when the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is exhibited.

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We all need a Planetary Health Day!

In 2024 the Blue Mountains Planetary Health Initiative launched the world’s first Planetary Health Day and it has now become an annual event.

Visit the Blue Mountains Planetary Health Centre on Saturday 28 February 2026 for a day of fun and inspiration including Deep Listening immersive field workshops, a wellness and neurolinguistic programming session, and the launch of the Planetary Health Heart Foundation Walk.

Food and community stalls will be running throughout the day, supporting physical and mental wellbeing, community connection, healthy food and nutrition, sustainable living and biodiversity, arts, culture, and creative hobbies.

Details and tickets here. Come and see us at our stall.

The Planetary Health Wellness Weekend is supported by Blue Mountains City Council in partnership with the Greater Blue Mountains Rotary Club and the Blue Mountains Interfaith Group. The event has been sponsored by the Katoomba and Upper Blue Mountains Bendigo Community Bank.

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BMCS will be joining BMCC and other local environmental and conservation groups to hold the annual Bat Night at the Katoomba Cultural Centre. It is a great night orientated to children with face painting and interactive experiences with Bats.

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Business will include receipt of reports, adoption of annual accounts, determination of structure of Management Committee, election of President, Management Committee members and other office holders and appointment of auditor. Other Business: Appointment of Life Members.

Guest speaker following the AGM: Eilish McMaster, scientific officer from the Botanic Gardens of Sydney, talking about the Dwarf Mountain Pine, which is a critically endangered and rare species of conifer in the Blue Mountains.

Afternoon tea will be available.

Please register on Humanitix: here.

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Hosted by Resilient Blue Mountains and the Macquarie Alliance for Climate, this public forum brings together community members, experts, and elected representatives to explore recent reforms to Australia’s national nature laws (the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 and the “Nature Positive Plan”).

The session will take the form of a moderated panel and Q&A - Annette Cam, Senior Vice President of the Society will be a member of the panel.

Tickets are free and can be booked here.

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Come along to socialilse with fellow members and hear an interesting talk on the impact of bushfires and anthropocentric climate change on greater glider conservation by Melina Budden (PhD).

Also, hear from the new Society President, Annette Sartor and other management committee members about the important work the Society is currently doing - light refreshments will be served. To assist with catering please register your attendance using the following URL.

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Step into the heart of the Blue Mountains and experience the extraordinary magic of Katoomba’s Winter Magic Festival – a vibrant, one-day celebration unlike any other. As the winter solstice casts its spell on the shortest day of each year, the streets of Katoomba transform into a dazzling showcase of artistry, creativity, and joy. The community comes together to celebrate the unique spirit found only in the enchanting Blue Mountains.

The Society will have a stall at the Festival - come and pay us a visit.

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Did you enjoy hearing about the scientific work being carried out by the Botanic Gardens of Sydney on the Dwarf Mountain Pine Pherosphaera fitzgeraldii at our AGM in April?

If so you might like to accompany us on a visit to the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mt Tomah on Monday 22 June to hear about the latest research being carried out in an attempt to ensure survival of the species into the future. The highlight of the visit will be a tour of the Nursery.

Meet at the visitor centre at 10.15 for a 10.30 start. Bring a picnic lunch to have in the garden or enjoy the selections at the Bell Bird Cafe.

For this excursion bookings are required and can be made here!

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The Day of Peace is about acknowledging and developing a Culture of Peace now and for the future: it will celebrate the diverse BM community members and groups who all –directly or indirectly - work toward positive, sustainable peace, bring peace alive for children and young people through their participation in creative projects, youth-led workshops and panels, through activities on the day and ongoing.

Blue Mountains Conservation Society will be there with a stall and all the latest campaign information. Join us.

For Blue Mountains International Day of Peace 2026 information go here

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Springwood Festival represents a huge day for the NSW Blue Mountains community to participate in the festival that celebrates the spirit of our town. Springwood's Festival has been running continuously for over 30 years (less a break for Covid). Over 15,000 turn out each year to enjoy a day of food, shopping and entertainment. Whether young or old, you will find much to see & do as you stroll through Springwood on the day.

The main road, Macquarie Road, is closed to traffic from 6 am to 6 pm, allowing pedestrians to enjoy over 130 food and market stalls, live entertainment including 3 main stages with 25+ performances on the day, street performers, rides for the kiddies & much, much more. Non-stop fun and entertainment for all the family!

Blue Mountains Conservation Society will be there with a stall and all the latest campaign information. Join us.

For Springwood Festival information go here

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Resilient Blue Mountains is hosting the Sustainability Festival on 26th September. 10am – 4pm at the Katoomba Civic Centre, Katoomba St, Katoomba.

There will be a speakers’ forum, a festival market and workshops and information stalls. The presentations will be in the Tibby Whalen Hall (the old Library) which is the building looking onto the Civic Centre.

Blue Mountains Conservation Society will be there with an information stall displaying our latest campaign information – so call by and have a chat.

To see the latest information about the day go here