Market & Fair Days

 

Discover the joy of exploring unique markets and fairs with Connect Coaches, your trusted partner for memorable day tours from the Central Coast to some of the most vibrant destinations in the region. Whether you're heading to the scenic Kiama Seaside, the quaint town of Berry, the rural charm of Cobbitty, or the lively markets of Newcastle, Maitland, and Morpeth, our tours offer the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and local culture. Our professional drivers ensure a smooth and relaxing journey aboard our well-maintained coaches, allowing you to sit back and enjoy the ride without any worries. At each destination, immerse yourself in the rich variety of local crafts, delectable food stalls, and engaging entertainment, all set against charming and picturesque backdrops that capture the spirit of each locale. Beyond our popular public day tours, Connect Coaches also specializes in private tours tailored specifically for social groups and Probus clubs. We work closely with you to design trips that suit your interests and needs, ensuring an enjoyable and personalized experience every time. Safety and comfort are our top priorities. With our expert drivers and carefully serviced vehicles, you can trust that your travel experience will be both safe and pleasant. Book your next market adventure with Connect Coaches and enjoy hassle-free, stress-free travel to exciting local events, creating lasting memories with friends and family. Join us and discover the best of regional markets in style and comfort!

 

Kiama Seaside Markets: Sunday 15th November 2026

The Kiama Seaside Markets are a destination for locals and travellers from all over Australia, showcasing some of  Kiama’s most eclectic and beautiful market stalls on the NSW South Coast and Illawarra region.   They have an increasing selection of gorgeous jewellery, homewares including soft furnishings, art, handm...

Category: Fairs & Market Days
Start Time: 6:00 am
Date: Sunday 15th November 2026
Venue: Kiama
Phone Enquiries: 02 4325 4053
Email Enquiries:  admin@connectcoaches.com.au


ECQ Outlet Centre - Tuesday 17th November 2026

    Book Now   Beat the Christmas shopping chaos and join us as we visit a new & exciting shopping outlet at Eastern Creek.  ECQ Outlet opened in March 2026 as Western Sydney's premier outlet destination. It features100 brands with discounted fashion, sports, home, and lifestyle goods, alongsid...

Category: Shopping Tours
Start Time: 8:00 am
Date: Tuesday 17th November 2026
 Repeating On specific dates
Venue: Eastern Creek
Phone Enquiries: 02 4325 4053
Email Enquiries:  admin@connectcoaches.com.au
Terms & Conditions: Click Here


Glenorie Christmas Markets - Sunday 29th November 2026

Book Now      Glenorie Village Christmas Markets 
Join us for a magical Christmas market day at Les Shore Oval, filled with festive cheer, beautiful artisan stalls, handmade gifts, fresh local produce, delicious food, small businesses… and a very special visitor  Santa is coming to Glenorie! ...

Category: Fairs & Market Days
Start Time: 9:00 am
Date: Sunday 29th November 2026
Venue: Glenorie
Phone Enquiries: 02 4325 4053
Email Enquiries:  admin@connectcoaches.com.au


Cobbitty Village Markets at Christmas - 5th December 2026

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Cobbitty Village Markets

EXPERIENCE A TRUE COUNTRY MARKET DAY with 150 stalls selling an exciting range of craft, gourmet foods, and local produce; perfect for Christmas gifts! Sit, relax, and enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch, Devonshire teas, and a variety of gourmet delicacies.    About th...

Category: Fairs & Market Days
Start Time: 6:30 am
Date: Saturday 5th December 2026
Venue: Cobbitty
Phone Enquiries: 02 4325 4053
Email Enquiries:  admin@connectcoaches.com.au
Price: $70 per person
Transport: Mini-bus or coach transport to & from the markets
Lunch: Lunch can be purchased from one of the many food stalls at the markets
Expression of Interest: Please click here to express your interest in this tour. If we have a seat available, we will book you in & email you an invoice for payment (due 4 weeks beforehand).
Weather: 

Unfortunately, there may be times where the event organisers need to cancel a market due to torrential local rainfall, severe weather warning or damaged grounds. This decision is made by the Thursday evening preceding the market.

If this occurs, Connect Coaches will provide a full refund to those who have paid if they are unable to attend on the rescheduled date.

Minimum Numbers: This event will only proceed if 10 people have booked & paid. When cancelled by Connect Coaches, a full refund will be issued to those who have paid.
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Kirribilli Markets and The Rocks Markets


Sunday 12th January, 2025 
Kirribilli Markets

Art, Design & Fashion
These Art, Design & Fashion markets have a vibrant atmosphere, fantastic stalls, great products and delicious food. The Burton street tunnel exclusively features Artisan made products with the Green and Gravel areas featuring Fashion stalls and much much ...

Category: Fairs & Market Days
Start Time: 7:00 am
Date: Sunday 7th February 2027
Venue: Kirribilli Markets
Phone Enquiries: 02 4325 4053
Email Enquiries:  admin@connectcoaches.com.au
Price: $75 per person
Transport: Mini-bus or coach transport to & from the markets
Lunch: Lunch can be purchased from one of the many food stalls at the markets
Expression of Interest: Please click here to express your interest in this tour. If we have seats available, we'll book you in & email you an invoice.
Weather: 

Unfortunately, there may be times where the event organisers need to cancel a market due to torrential local rainfall, severe weather warning or damaged grounds. This decision is made by the Thursday evening preceding the market.

If this occurs, Connect Coaches will provide a full refund to those who have paid if they are unable to attend on the rescheduled date.

Minimum Numbers: This event will only proceed if 10 people have booked & paid. When cancelled by Connect Coaches, a full refund will be issued to those who have paid.


 
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TERMS OF SERVICE

CONFIRMATION OF DETAILS

It is the responsibility of all patrons to ensure that all details are correct. Connect Coaches must be notified prior to departure if any alterations are required.

In the event of an emergency, outside of business hours, please contact a staff member on 0243254053 or 0417281545 in cases of emergencies.

 

CONDITIONS OF SALE

  • There are no refunds or exchanges on any ticket/tour except as provided in the Entertainment Industry Code
  • If a ticket/tour is re-sold by Connect Coaches on your behalf, a per person cancellation fee of $10.00 per ticket/tour will apply
  • In the event of cancellation on a Coach Accommodation Holiday please refer to the specific Terms & Conditions provided on your booking confirmation.
  • It is the responsibility of all patrons to be at the pickup location at the correct times. Any patrons who fail to board are advised to make their own arrangements to the event where your tickets will be left at the box office. No refund applicable
  • Patrons boarding the Coach at any Club are reminded that the Coach will not enter the Club Carpark, the coach will pick up outside the main entrance. Patrons will not be paged inside the club premises
  • Connect Coaches reserves the right to remove any person/s not conducting themselves in a proper manner or behaving to the detriments of others
  • No eating or drinking (water accepted) or smoking is permitted on board any Connect Coaches Tours Coach
  • Should it be necessary for a particular departure to be cancelled by the promoter or Connect Coaches, where possible Connect Coaches will offer an alternate departure date or issue a full refund

At Connect Coaches, the safety and well-being of everyone on our Day Tours is our top priority. We strictly adhere to both Federal and State Government requirements regarding the wearing of face masks. Rest assured, we are committed to creating a safe and enjoyable experience for all our passengers.

 

 

 

 

 

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Connect Coaches offers home pick up and drop off services for Senior Public Day Tours from various Central Coast suburbs

The Home Pick up service pick up from the following suburbs

 Bateau Bay - Bensville - Berkeley Vale - Blackwall - Blue Bay - Booker Bay - Chittaway Bay - Chittaway Point - Daleys Point - Davistown - East Gosford - Empire Bay - Erina - Erina Heights - Ettalong Beach - Forresters Beach - Fountaindale - Glenning Valley - Glenworth Valley - Gosford - Green Point - Holgate - Kangy Angy - Kariong - Killarney Vale - Kincumber - Kincumber South - Koolewong - Lisarow - Long Jetty - Matcham - Narara - Niagara Park - North Gosford - Ourimbah - Palm Grove - Palmdale - Phegans Bay - Picketts Valley - Point Clare - Point Frederick - St Huberts Island - Saratoga - Shelly Beach - Springfield - Tascott - Terrigal - The Entrance - Toowoon Bay - Toukley - Tuggerah - Tumbi Umbi - Umina Beach - Wamberal - West Gosford - Woy Woy - Wyoming - Yattalunga

Connect Coaches offers convenient transportation services from various retirement villages in Central Coast.

Sometimes, Connect Coaches may need to choose a different pick-up location if they feel the original spot is unsafe for the bus or its passengers, or if there is a risk of damage to property. This is done to ensure everyone's safety and well-being.

For Further information regarding our Home pick up service for our public Day tours please click the link below

Home pick up area map & Information

At Connect Coaches, we understand that transportation can be a challenge for everyone, including those residing in retirement villages on the Central Coast. That's why we offer a convenient Home Pick up and drop of service for our Public Day tours. Our goal is to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to explore and enjoy the beautiful sights and experiences our tours offer, making travel accessible and hassle-free for all.

Some of the villages that we pick up from are 

  • Adelene Village ,Brentwood Village
  • Glengara Retirement Village , Greenlife Erina
  • Henry Kendall Gardens Ingenia Lifestyle Ettalong Beach , Ingenia Lifestyle Ettalong Beach ,Ingenia Lifestyle Ettalong Beach
  • Karalta Court Erina , Kiah Lodge Retirement Community , Terrigal Sands - Over 55s Lifestyle Community , Living Choice Alloura Waters , Living Choice Broadwater Court , 
  • Kincumber Nautical Village
  • Living Choice Deepwater Court Retirement Village
  • Levande Wamberal Gardens ,  Levande The Cove
  • Pine Needles Lifestyle Estate
  • Tarragal Glen Retirement Village , The Rise at Wood GlenWood Glen Retirement Village
  • Terrigal Waters Village ,  Terrigal Sands , Pine Needles Lifestyle Estate ,Woodport Retirement Village , Waterford
  • Yallambee village
  • The CoveUniting Nareen Gardens Bateau Bay
  • Southern Cross Care Reynolds Court Residential Care
  • Brisbane Water (NSW) Legacy , Cooinda Village
  • Hammond Care Erina
  • The Orchards Aged Care
  • Aubrey Downer Memorial Orange Homes
  • BaptistCare Orana Aged Care Centre
  • Wesley Seniors Social Hub Central Coast
  • Levande Wamberal Gardens
  • Peninsula Village
  • The Bungalow's Village Park
  • BlueWave Living
  • integratedliving Australia
  • Broadwater Court Retirement Village, 
  • Uniting Nareen Gardens Lodge
  • Bayside Gardens Lifestyle Village

Due to the challenge of locating addresses in some retirement village, we might need to gather at a central spot like the clubhouse or the gated community's entrance for convenience.

Connect Coaches, the leading provider of Day Tours, is pleased to offer their latest Public Day Tours brochure to passengers. Whether you're a solo traveler or a group of friends, our diverse range of tours promises to cater to everyone's preferences. Click the link below to request your free brochure and embark on your next memorable adventure.

Please click here to request a brochure

Connect Coaches offers public day tours, utilizing their fleet of mini buses to conveniently pick up passengers within the designated pick-up area. To easily locate the pick-up and drop-off points, click on the provided link to access the map. Join us for an unforgettable tour experience!

Central Coast pick up area Map

Our pick up service vehicles will pick you up and drop you off as close to your front door as possible. When passengers live in a retirement village, it is often necessary to nominate a central pick up point within the village.

 

Welcome to Public Day Tours! We offer a range of exciting tours for everyone to enjoy. To make booking and payment convenient, we accept payments through various methods. You can pay by cheque, credit card or bank transfer. Once you book a tour, we will send you an invoice via email or post. The invoice will have a due date indicating when payment should be received. You also have the option to pay with a credit card over the phone by calling 4325 4053.

 

No worries! Just contact Connect Coaches at 4325 4053 to get an extension or pay with your credit card over the phone.

At Connect Coaches, we empathize with the fact that sometimes unforeseen circumstances, such as falling ill, can disrupt travel plans. If you find yourself in a situation where you need to cancel a public day tour due to illness, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our office. Whether you prefer to call us at 43254053 or send an email to admin@connectcoaches.com.au, our team will be more than happy to assist you. Depending on the situation, we may be able to issue a credit note for your next tour, subject to the discretion of Connect Coaches..

Please see our Terms & Conditionspage for more details.

Our vehicles are not wheelchair accessible but have enough space for individuals using walkers. Our priority is the comfort and safety of all passengers.


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