Sit Down With Sam

Who’s keen for Harvest Festival?

It’s been on my radar since moving to Home Hill, so I sure am.

I can’t remember the last time I saw a street parade; I was lucky enough to get a quick sneak peak at some of the floats this week and they look terrific, so I know it’s going to be a great spectacle.

Growing up on the Darling Downs, I have fond memories of street parades, rides, concerts and gardens at the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers.

Visiting my grandparents in Chinchilla for the Melon Festival was always a good time.

Plus, although there was no parade involved, my hometown of Millmerran throws a great Camp Oven Festival every two years – if you’re down there in October 2024, check it out!

These festivals, carnivals and celebrations encapsulate the spirit and identity of the communities that host them.

So much hard work and so many volunteer hours go into providing exceptional experiences for us attendees, so it’s important to support these events and the businesses that sponsor them.

With the Gala Ball on Friday night and the Grand Parade and Street Party on Saturday afternoon, I’m excited to see what the Home Hill Harvest Festival has in store for 2023!