Clarence Harvest Celebration
Overview
The Clarence Harvest Celebration is a vibrant, month-long festival that celebrates the Clarence Valley's proud agricultural heritage and community spirit. Reintroduced in 2025 after a 25-year hiatus, the festival pays tribute to the region's long-standing connection to the cane industry and, in 2026, expands to also honour its cattle and fishing traditions.
Visitors can enjoy a rich program of experiences that capture the essence of country life — from elegant evenings that celebrate local icons and traditions, to lively community gatherings filled with food, music, and laughter. Families can join in friendly competitions, explore local markets and crafts, and witness the return of the much-loved Billy Cart Derby. The festival also includes opportunities for young people to learn about careers in agriculture and for everyone to experience the magic of the Valley's landscapes through riverfront celebrations and glowing cane fires under the stars.
More than an event, the Clarence Harvest Celebration is a heartfelt tribute to the people, produce, and pride of the Clarence Valley — a time when the community comes together to share stories, celebrate heritage, and showcase the region's warm and welcoming spirit.
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Location
Various locations in the Lower Clarence region.
PO Box 497 Maclean NSW 2463 Australia
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Accessibility
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Adhere to The Food Authority requirements for allergy management in food preparation
Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Have a step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
Have accessible seating areas in theatrette
Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked
Have at least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed (International standards are 3200mm wide x 2500 mm high)
Have equipment to respond to anaphylactic shock such as epi–pens and defibrillator
Have grab rails in the bathroom
Have step free access to restaurant, lounge and bar
Have step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
Modify your cooking and cleaning practices to cater for people with food allergies or chemical intolerances (could include menus with meals free from: nuts, dairy, seafood, eggs, gluten etc)
Offer a range of contact methods for receiving complaints
Provide assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Provide seating in common areas including reception area
Use floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
Use Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)