This year, we’re doing something truly special — and you’re invited to be part of it.

My Kingdom for a Horse is a collaborative community sculpture project at SIG 2026. Visitors of all ages can work alongside professional artists to build life-sized horses from locally gathered sticks and branches over steel armatures created by the Mudgee Men’s Shed.

Artist-led sessions run daily from 11am, with no experience needed. After SIG, the completed herd will be gifted to communities across the Mudgee Region.

Supported by the Australian Government through the Festivals Australia program.

Bradley Hammond, Curator of Orange Regional Gallery, officially opens the 2026 exhibition and announces this year's acquisition prize winners. Bradley will then lead a sculpture walk with the prize-winning artists — open to all visitors and always one of the most memorable moments of the event.

Free with entry. Hands-on creative workshops for children throughout the event, led by exhibiting artists.

Brothers3 Music Academy.— Let's Celebrate! An enthusiastic hour of Carnival inspired songs- a colourful performance for all. 12pm, Saturday 10

Midwestern Regional Council Children’s Services and Libraries— Storytime and Carnival Creations. Join us for Storytime and carnival creations with Felicity from Mid-Western Regional Council Library. 12pm, Saturday 17

Michael Bourke & Mudgee Arts Precinct  — Carnival Monsters. Come along and turn some rubbish into a monster for your Carnival . All materials supplied. 12pm, Saturday 24

Kay Norton-Knight, founder and Curator of Sculptures in the Garden, leads guided tours of the exhibition for school and community groups. Hear the stories behind the artworks, gain insight into the artists' practice, and experience the exhibition in a whole new way.

Pre-booking is essential. To arrange a group tour, please get in touch. BOOKINGS

The Rosby Wine Bar is open daily, serving estate wines by the glass or bottle. Be among the first to taste the new 2026 vintage releases.

Please note: The Rosby Wines Cellar Door is unable to offer wine tastings during the event.

No need to pack lunch!  Our local favourite will pop-up for barista coffee and delicious bites for anytime of the day.  Open all day on weekends, and 10am - 2.30pm on weekdays.

Old Wheels Grind returns to SIG with their fresh OJ & gelato. Only on the weekends – blink and you’ll miss it!  

My Kingdom for a Horse includes a dedicated schools program for upper primary and secondary students. Weekday structured artist-led workshop sessions are available throughout the 16 days of the event.

Schools will receive booking assistance, supporting educational resources to encourage engagement with the exhibition and volunteer support at the workshop. This is a rare opportunity for students to engage directly with professional artists and large-scale outdoor sculpture.

To register your school's interest or find out more about the schools program, please contact us here: sig@rosby.com.au

Get lost in a-maze-ing fun - dash through our hay bale labyrinth for an adventure the kids will love!