Cowboys and Country at Historic Rivermill
Highlights
- Saddle up for a lively day of boots, beats, and bush culture along the scenic Coomera River.
- Join in beginner line dancing sessions from 10 AM, perfect for families looking to have a laugh together.
- Experience the thrill of mechanical bull rides, with adjusted difficulty for all ages to enjoy.
- Explore over 20 market stalls featuring local produce and crafts, adding a unique touch to your day out.
Saddle up for a proper country day out in the Gold Coast Hinterland.
Every second Saturday of the month, Historic Rivermill throws open its gates for a free, all-ages celebration of boots, beats, and bush culture — right on the banks of the Coomera River.
Saturday, 9 May | 8 AM – 3 PM
What’s on:
Live country music · Mechanical bull rides · Whip cracking show by Ringers Western · Beginner line dancing · Reptile show by True Blue Reptiles · Horse and pony rides · Alpaca and animal feeding · Jumping castle · Fairy floss and snow cones · Sheep shearing demonstration · 20+ market stalls · Sausage sizzle · and plenty more across the venue
Schedule highlights:
Line dancing: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Reptile show: 12:00 – 12:45 PM
Sheep shearing demonstration: 1:00 – 1:30 PM
Win $100 on the Bull
Register for a free mechanical bull ride — whoever holds on the longest wins $100 cash. The operator adjusts the difficulty for different ages, so kids can have a go too. Register each person in your group separately. The winner will be notified by SMS on the day.
Register for your free ride at historicrivermill.au/event-cowboys
Entry is completely free — no tickets required.
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