Plenty of entertainment options to enjoy your Labour Day long weekend in Blacktown
SEE a band perform, go to Wet’n’Wild, watch the NRL Grand Final head to the Skyline drive-in — there’s plenty to do weekend.
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SEE a band perform, go to Wet’n’Wild, watch the NRL Grand Final or go to the Skyline drive-in — there’s plenty to do this weekend.
FRIDAY
Catch the Kamis
See The Kamis perform at Rooty Hill RSL Club from 8.30pm. The sibling act covers party hits as well as some original material. The party gets started at the club’s Fred Chubb Lounge. Cost: Free Details: rootyhillrsl.com.au
Wet’n’Wild fun
Make the most of the last day of the school holidays and visit Wet’n’Wild, 427 Reservoir Rd, Prospect. Make the most of more than 40 rides and attractions including the beach, the Bombora, the T5, Tropical Cyclone and the Half Pipe. Gates open from 10am-5pm. The park will only operate on weekends from October 11, until December. Cost: From $59.99 Details: wetnwildsydney.com. au
It’s a jungle out there
Jungle fever is sweeping Toongabbie’s Portico Plaza for the last time during the school holidays. Shoppers will be treated to the Jungle Jive interactive children’s shows at 11am and 11.45am when Paul Gallen and Jenny Balmer take youngsters on a magical journey through the jungle where they meet characters such as Tara Tiger and Wally Witch Doctor.
Cost: Free Details: 8863 2100
Parklea Markets
Start your weekend with a shopping trip to Parklea Markets, which starts trading from 8.30am-4pm. Snap up bargains from clothing to fresh produce.
Details: parkleamarkets.com.au
White Brothers perform
Phil and Rohan White perform at Quakers Inn from 8.30pm. Cost: Free Details:
quakersinn.com.au
SATURDAY
Jump to it
Flip Out Trampoline Arena at Westpoint Blacktown (Level 4) will have you jumping for joy. The child-friendly indoor centre is only for those under 140cm. Cost: $10 for half an hour, $14 one hour, $12 for additional hours (group rates apply) Details: flipoutnet.com.au
Mingle with singles
Enjoy a night of dancing and entertainment with other singles at Blacktown Workers Club from 7.30pm. A DJ will spin a mix of hits from the1960s to today. Dress to impress (no jeans permitted). Cost: $15 Details: 9830 0600
Step back in time
Dance to 1980s chart-toppers from 8.30pm at the Retro Party at Quakers Inn. The pub’s dining options include the Sawmillers Restaurant, open from 5.30-9.30pm. Menu options include salt-and-pepper squid, nachos and chicken crepe. Cost: Free entry Details: quakersinn.com.au
Get into gardening
Fancy some basil, parsley or coriander to add some flavour to your meals? Learn how to install a herb garden at a Blacktown Council-run workshop from 10am-noon. Cost: Free Details: 9839 6055
SUNDAY
NRL grand final
After 26 rounds and a thrilling semi-finals campaign, the NRL premiers will be decided tonight. If you cannot get to ANZ Stadium to watch the action, see the match on the big screen at Blacktown Workers Club from 5pm. Dining options include bistro, buffet and Chinese restaurants. Details: workersclub.com.au
Off to market
Blacktown Markets, in the carpark of the Skyline drive at Cricketers Arms Rd in Prospect, opens from 7am-2pm. Grab something quirky from the flea market or staple goods such as fresh produce. Toys, bric-a-brac and plants are among the items sold. Grab a bite to eat from vendors, including Hangi Waka’s (Maori food) and Dutch Poffertjes House (pancakes). Cost: $2 drive, $1 walk-in Details: blacktownmarkets.com.au, 9747 1986 or 0410 557 227
Go to golf
Indoor golf is major fun at Mini Golf King, Blacktown. Thread through themed courses, including the Lost Jungle, Pharaoh’s Tomb and the Dragon’s Lair, over 18 holes. The centre is at Unit 1, 10-14 Third Ave and opens from 9am-4.30pm. Details: Children 15 and under $8.90; concession (student and seniors cards) $10; adults $13.50; family pass (two adults, two children)$36
Buffet breakfast
A hearty breakfast is a Sunday tradition, so devour your favourite English breakfast and continental items at the Atura hotel, Prospect, from 6am when a full buffet is served at the Roadhouse Bar and Grill. Cost: $26 Details: aturablacktown.com.au
Pack a picnic
Head to one of the many picturesque parks in our area and spend the public holiday in the great outdoors. Nurragingby Reserve at Doonside has barbecue facilities, a kiosk and Chinese gardens and the water playground. Blacktown Showground is another attractive option. You’ll find the aquatic playground, picnic tables and plenty of space to play. Cost: Free
Details: blacktown.nsw.gov.au
Discount flicks
Make the most of discounted movie tickets on Tuesdays and head to Hoyts Blacktown to watch flicks, including Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and The Equalizer. Cost: $13 Details: hoyts.com.au
Students to scale
Tuesday is student day at Climb Oz indoor climbing centre at Blacktown where it is $8 for a day pass. Show proof that you are a high school, university or TAFE student. Embark on a challenge to climb the 30m-long boulder wall. Details: climboz.com
Half-price karts
Race to Eastern Creek Karts (50 Peter Brock Drive) on Tuesdays and
Thursdays when 15-minute kart rides are 50 per cent off. Children receive
free membership on Sundays from 9am-noon (mention this article to receive the discount). Details: easterncreekkarts.com.au
Special for seniors
Seniors receive discount meals between Monday and Friday at Seven Hills-Toongabbie RSL Club’s Maze dining options. Lunches and dinners are $9.90 and $13.90 respectively. Details: sevenhillsrsl.com.au or 9622 2800
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