The award winning Wyong Lakes Festival continues this week with the final weekend expected to draw big crowds for key events.

The final couple of days will see outdoor cinemas, obstacle races, street festivals, kayak tours, concerts and more.

Council’s Administrator, Mr Ian Reynolds, said the Festival had already proved popular with residents and visitors alike and the final weekend is expected to attract even more people to the area.

“The opening weekend saw thousands of people flock to The Entrance for the free concert, breakfast, colour run and stand up paddle board competition as well as compete in the triathlon at Budgewoi,” Mr Reynolds said.

“It was great to see so many people flock to our lake’s foreshore to be part of a festival that has something for everyone.

“The weather was perfect and the Lakes really took centre stage – they looked pristine!

“The Wyong Lakes Festival is a great chance to see the lakes from a different angle and see how beautiful the Coast really is to live, work and play.”

Don’t miss out - there is something for everyone in the program designed to entertain, delight and educate. See the full program at wyong.nsw.gov.au/wyonglakesfestival

Some of the highlights to conclude the Wyong Lakes Festival include:

Kayak Tour – Ourimbah Creek

Thursday 17 November, 9am-2.30pm
Discover why healthy streambanks are vital for the health of our estuaries as you paddle a kayak from Ourimbah Creek into Tuggerah Lake, spot some wildlife and enjoy the views.  FREE! All equipment, instruction and lunch provided

Outdoor Cinema – Family Movie Night

17 November, 6pm - Lake Munmorah

Walk on down to Colongra Bay Reserve with your rug, family and get ready to laugh the night away watching Karate Kid 2. Please note: This is an Alcohol FREE family event.

Band on a Floating Device

18 November, 6-9pm – Mackenzies Reserve, Budgewoi

If basking under a twilight sky, nibbling on delicious foods, and enjoying a quiet drink sounds like the perfect way to kick start your weekend, where better to do it than at Star 104.5’s Band on a Floating Device and enjoy locals playing live music across the water.

Splash N Dash

19 November, 10am-3pm – Canton Beach Foreshore

Spend the day joining in the fun water activities and explore our lake with family and friends. There are also lots of cash and prizes to be won on the day and so much more!

Long Jetty Sunset Cinema

19 November, 4-9.30pm – Long Jetty Foreshore

Come along for the free screening of the cult Studio Ghibli anime classic ‘Ponyo’ and join in all the festivities including live music, face painting and more.

Lighthouse Folk Festival

19 November – Norah Head

Don’t miss out on tickets to the inaugural Folk Festival featuring some of Australia’s best musicians such as Paul Kelly and Charlie Owen. Tickets still available Via Oztix.

Long Jetty Street Festival

20 November, 11am-6pm – Long Jetty Foreshore

Don’t miss out on the street festival celebrating all things music, art, food and culture within the Coast and beyond. Be sure to check out the art installation called ‘The Big Weave’ – a celebration of a sustainable lifestyle in and around the town of Long Jetty and the Central Coast.

Pedal to Paddle

Sunday 20 November, 8am-4pm

Book in today and enjoy a leisurely bike ride along the southern shore of Tuggerah Lake as you learn about the estuary’s ecology from the experts. Then, after lunch, cool off as you paddle a kayak across The Entrance Channel to Terilbah Island. FREE! All equipment, instruction and lunch provided.