Winter Playground

The Winter Playground is the heart of the Bathurst Winter Festival.

In the Winter Playground you'll find the McDonald's Bathurst Ice Rink, giant Ferris wheel, two-storey carousel, delicious food and all the wonder that the Bathurst Winter Festival has to offer.

Plus, stay tuned for other fun additions joining the Winter Playground in 2024!

Opening Hours

The Winter Playground is open 9am - 9pm daily.

Ride Operating Hours:

  • Ferris wheel - Open 9am - 9pm daily
  • Two-storey carousel - Open 9am - 9pm daily

Prices

  • Ferris wheel & two-storey carousel - $5 per person

Children aged 2 & under and seniors aged 75 & over ride for free.

Tickets can be purchased from the ticket box located in the Winter Playground throughout the festival. Ride tickets cannot be pre-purchased.

See the festival from new heights as you ride the giant Ferris wheel.

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Explore the Winter Playground during the day and after dark.

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Explore the Winter Playground during the day and after dark.

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