Upcoming Events in MidCoast

The seaside town of Old Bar is located 16 kilometres from Taree and has the closest beach to Taree. Old Bar's laid back, beachside lifestyle is its charm. Whether it's a stroll on the beach, sipping cappuccinos at the local cafe or surfing a wave, Old Bar is a beachside treasure. Old Bar village has a wide variety of retail outlets, ATM facilities, supermarket, tennis and squash courts, restaurants, cafes, a liquor store and a bowling club for meals and entertainment. Accommodation is available at nearby country retreats, self-contained cottages, cabins, a holiday park, beachside guesthouse, villas, units and a resort. The Old Bar Festival is annual event held over the October long weekend celebrating Old Bar's unique heritage listed airstrip, its beach culture and a large gathering of Kombi vans.