26. Scone Visitor Information Centre
Come into the Scone Visitor Information Centre at Hunter Warbirds, a short drive from the centre of Scone, and discover everything you need to know about the Upper Hunter and its surrounding areas.
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Have you met our new President? Introducing Jason Hill!
As the Festival enters its 45th year, we are proud to welcome our new President Jason Hill, an accomplished corporate professional within the Upper Hunter region who is also CEO of the Scone Race Club. Mr Hill has joined Vice President Darryn Wicks, Secretary Rachael McGuirk, Treasurer Robyne Smith and other incredible committee members who are all working extremely hard to ensure a brilliant festival experience is delivered again in 2025.
Theme announced for the 45th Warburton Estate Agents Scone Horse Festival!
All roads will lead back home to Scone for the 2025 Warburton Estate Agents Scone Horse Festival with the theme, announced today, calling on past and present residents to revel in their love of Australia’s Horse Capital.
Celebrating the Success of the 2024 Warburton Estate Agents Scone Horse Festival
The 2024 Warburton Estate Agents Scone Horse Festival has concluded, marking another extraordinary year of celebrating the rich equine heritage of the Upper Hunter Valley. Running from May 10 to May 19, the festival embraced the vibrant theme “Let the games begin!” in tribute to the 2024 Paris Olympics and the region’s deep connections to…
Scone Equine Hospital Horse Festival Parade a Huge Success
The streets of Scone came alive with equine splendor on Saturday as the Scone Equine Hospital Horse Festival Parade captivated audiences with its vibrant display of talent and passion for all things equine. The event, which drew participants from diverse disciplines and groups, witnessed a remarkable turnout despite the challenges posed by the weather. Fortunately,…
Announcing Winners of 2024 VIP Awards
The prestigious 2024 Warburton Estate Agents Scone Horse Festival VIP Awards, held tonight, showcased the finest achievements within the Scone region equine industry, honouring those who have made remarkable contributions to the region’s rich equestrian heritage. The evening’s celebration were marked by the recognition of three outstanding winners, each representing excellence in their respective categories:…
Get Ready to Gallop: A Vets View on the Perfect Horse Festival Parade Float
The excitement is building in Scone as the town prepares to welcome back the much-anticipated Scone Equine Hospital Horse Festival Parade, a highlight of the renowned Scone Horse Festival, scheduled to trot through the streets on Saturday 11 May. Presented by Scone Equine Hospital, this year’s parade promises a delightful blend of equestrian elegance and…
11. Sparke Helmore Lawyers Mother’s Day Horses & High Tea at Gwandalan Stables
2pm – 5pm, Sunday 10 May
Gwandalan Stables, Scone
Theme announced for 2024 Warburton Estate Agents Scone Horse Festival!
The theme for the much-anticipated 2024 Warburton Estate Agents Scone Horse Festival can now be announced, ‘Let the games begin!’, after an influx of exciting public submissions were received by the Festival committee and a common theme identified.
Warburton Estate Agents Become Scone Horse Festival’s First-Ever Naming Rights Sponsor!
In a show of confidence for the Scone Horse Festival and the Upper Hunter Region, the festival has secured its first-ever naming rights sponsor in its 44-year history in Warburton Estate Agents, the region’s leading real estate agency. Having previously supported the festival as a Platinum Sponsor, this special new relationship will see Warburton’s involvement…
2023 hosts a record-breaking festival!
We’re proud to share that more than 10,000 people attended the festival, with thousands of visitors coming to our region to celebrate our tremendous equine industry. From a record-breaking crowd at the Warburton’s Street Parade, to fun filled days at various events, packed buses and sold-out tickets – 2023 was one to remember!