Ironfest is returning for the first time in five years, and like a pheonix rising from the ashes it has been reborn slightly different than it once was.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
$0/
(min cost $0)
or signup to continue reading
For the first time, the iconic Lithgow event will be taking place at the Foundations in Portland.
Despite being a smaller scale than previously, locals are already sharing their excitement about its return on social media.
We have put together the ultimate guide for the Ironfest makers expo, which includes entertainment, weather and where to get cash if you need it.
Parking
Parking will be available on site. Follow the signs to the parking area behind the heritage precinct. There will also be limited parking available on Williwa St.
ATM
There will be eftpos facilities at most stalls, but it is recommended to bring cash with you. You will not be able to get cash out at Ironfest. The nearest ATM is located 1D Wolgan Street, Portland.
Toilets
Toilets are located in the demountable building opposite the boiler house and in the Annexe. There will also be portable toilets available.
Disabled toilets will be available in the Annexe. Access is available via Williwa Street using the side door.
Public toilets are also available in the park across the road from the Foundations
Weather
According to the Bureau of Meteorology, the weather for Ironfest will be reasonable with only 5 per cent chance of rain on both days. Saturday is forecasted to be cloudy with a minimum of four degrees and a maximum of 18 degrees. Sunday will also be cloudy with a minimum of four degrees and a maximum of 21 degrees.
Cost
Entry to Ironfest makers expo is free. Donations to musicians who are playing the event for free are greatly appreciated.
Entertainment and stalls
- Master Craftsman and Bicycle maker John Kitchen- Saturday only
- Crochet Mountain
- Foolish Paul- Robot Maker
- Einherjar- Living history and historical reenactment group
- The 18th Battalion living history group
- Antman- Blacksmith
- Echolyte- drone based trad trance group will be playing in the Minstrel's Gallery of the Great Hall
- Lord Darius, his elegant Lady Kitty and their other furry friends
- Fernhill Australia arms
- Forge Blacksmithing
- NSW Corps of Marines INC.
- Rainbow of knots
- Feli-Fae- handcrafted faux fur ears and fantasy trinkets
- Steampunk_nakedclocks- Handmade recycled art
- Leathercrafters
- Axe-throwing
- Doggy dress up competition- At the back of the Annexe on Saturday at 2:30pm
- LARPers
- Military Vehicle group
Live music
Saturday, April 27
- Kinetic
- Lithgow-Leles
- Lithgow City Band
- Sam Bucca
- Lithgow Highland pipe band
- The puppet master
- Stoney broke band
- James Daley
- Brian and Paul
- Dance Charlton
Sunday, April 28
- Cindy Fox
- James Daley
- Lisa Fire
- Stoney broke band
- Goats can eat anything
- John Too variety show
- Honcho
- Rusty James
- Nyssa
Dance and Music Program- The Annexe
Saturday, April 27
- 11am -Welcome
- 11:15am- Welcome
- 11:30am- Orange Tribal Fusion
- 11:45am- Bashira
- 12pm- Lenore
- 12:15pm- Shimmy Sistas
- 12:30pm- Mistress K's Vagabonds
- 12:45pm- Belly up Tribal
- 1pm- Dance of Thrones
- 1:15pm- Azzire Tribal
- 1:30pm- Shimmy Sistas
- 1:45pm- Nutbush and Macarena
- 2pm- Mistress K's Vagabonds
- 2:15pm- Orange Tribal Fusion
- 2:30pm- Dance of Thrones
- 2:45pm- Bashira
- 3pm- Belly-up Tribal
Sunday, April 28
- 11am- Highland Dancers- Kim Durie
- 11:15am- Highland Dancers- Kim Durie
- 11:30am- Bashira
- 11:45am- Belly up Tribal
- 12pm- Embrace Bellydance
- 12:15pm- Blossoming Butterflies
- 12:30pm- Selkie
- 12:45pm- Orange Tribal Fusion
- 1pm- Lenore
- 1:15pm- Belly up Tribal
- 1:30pm- Embrace Bellydance
- 1:45pm- Wuthering Heights- Kate Bush
- 2pm- Blossoming Butterflies
- 2:15pm- Orange Tribal Fusion
- 2:30pm- Selkie
- 2:45pm- Bashira
