Lithgow Halloween 2024 is the story of ‘Libre de Faire’. (It means: ‘free to be’ or ‘free to make’)
Free to be yourself in costume and cosplay; free to enjoy and express yourself, no matter how old, or young, you are; free to make your own choices of how to celebrate with your family, with three separate zones in the safety and sanctuary of Lithgow’s Main Street:
Libré de Faire
‘Wicked Lane’ runs from Station Street to Cook Street Plaza
‘Freak Street’ from Cook Street Plaza up to Eskbank Street is where the cosplay and fae-folk start their day.
‘The Haunted Highway’ runs from Eskbank Street to Bridge Street, and it’s where children and families shine.
‘Wicked Lane’ – Runs from Station Street to Cook Street Plaza and will have a concert size performance stage, Bands, Dancers, fire stunts, stilt walkers, food stalls, markets, and a mechanical bull.
Wicked Things
Made up of four biological brothers, Blade Hills (guitars), Gericho Hills (bass), Cooper Hills (drums) and Kaleb Hills (vocals), the quartet have been a mainstay in the Sydney rock scene for years and have built quite a following on the back of their hook laden songs, catchy riffs, massive drums and driving bass lines all delivered in one hell of an energy packed live show. , Wicked Things, proudly parade the influence of ’70s and ‘80s rock ’n’ roll in their sound their look and their swagger. Think: Greta Van Fleet meets Van Halen (the David Lee Roth era) or The Struts; good time rock ’n’ roll with the energy of an asteroid!! A show NOT to be missed.
Wicked Envy
Sydney’s Dark Rock Collective Wicked Envy, are ready to make their mark on the heavy music scene. Bringing to you all forces of modern rock and metal, infused with dominating, powered riffs, gritty vocals and bewitching melodic marvels, that will keep you wanting more.
The band consists of Desiree Hancock (Vocals/Keys), Jared Doust (Guitar), Jakub Kyral (Bass) and Eddie Green (Drums). They draw influence from Spiritbox, The Pretty Reckless, Sleeptoken and more.
‘Freak Street’ – From Cook Street Plaza up to Eskbank Street, is where the cosplay and fae-folk start their day. A performance stage, greenscreen, fire stunts, reptiles, LED dancers, stilt walkers, glow lounges, chill zones, food, markets, and the throne of the faery queen Unseelie.
Captain Finhead
Captain Finhead is a world-class combination stunt performer specialising in object balancing and other unique stunts.
He is best known for his extraordinary combinations of skills such as playing violin while balancing a rose on his nose while standing on a rola-bola; balancing a sword on the tip of a knife held in his teeth, again while standing on a rola-bola; fire eating, fire juggling, body burning and much more.
Icarus
Icarus is now 25 years old and in that time has established itself as Australia’s premier roving entertainment company.
Icarus have performed in 40 countries around the world, making it one of Australia’s most successful independent creative exports.
‘The Haunted Highway’ – Runs from Eskbank Street to Bridge Street. This is where children and families shine. The facepainting, activities, glow zone (play area), stilt walkers, fire dancers, LED dancers, jumping castle, giant inflatable slide, cup and saucer ride, spooky backdrop photographic scenes for everlasting photos, food, cafes, market stalls, glow lounges, outdoor seating and more are situated.
Me and Zoo – Reptile Show
Me & Zoo is owned and operated by Zoo Keeper Mark Grant.
Mark has over 17 years experience in zoos in both Australia and internationally. His amazing career has seen him work with a huge variety of animals including reptiles, big cats, elephants and everything in between!
He is now bringing his animal expertise to you with his mobile animal collection Me & Zoo!
Carnival Rides
Fun for all with old favourites like the Teacups and Giant Inflatable Slide, and even a Mechanical Bull for those who dare!
Dragon Puppets
Love dragons? Then Lithgow is the place to be this Halloween! Local paper artist Fiona Russell, from Mythika Studios, has been able to launch an exciting new community project to bring a little more magic to Main Street.
“We’re calling it our giant dragon street puppet project,” Fi says. “Although actually there will be two awesome puppets on parade! Due to the diverse range of ages taking part we’re building both a teen dragon and also an adult. Each group will be responsible for determining the colour and nature of their beast. How it moves, its personality and its appearance. Over 4 weeks we’ll build, decorate, then work together as a team to animate our creatures.”
Each participant will be responsible for a part of the beast – animating the head, hands, tail or wings. The dragon puppets will be a must-see feature of this year’s Halloween ‘parade of Fae’ on Saturday 26 October in Lithgow.
If you are interested in being part of this project, visit www.mythikastudios.com
And there’s more…
Club Lithgow Halloween Ball
Get spooky this Halloween at Club Lithgow! After the Main Street Lithgow Halloween celebrations die down, keep the ritual rocking! Dance the night away to the sounds of DJ Magnetik Zu playing live from 9pm till late. There’s food and drink specials to keep your spirits alive and plenty of ghoulish and ghastly decorations to set the mood! Keep the costumes on and keep the party (and blood) pumping!
Sat 26th October, tickets are just $10 and will only be sold at the door on the night, no pre-booking necessary. 18+ only.
Halloween Ghost Train
Hop onboard the Zig Zig Railway and embrace the spooky season and join Lithgow’s annual Halloween celebration with the Zig Zag Railway Ghost train!
Pull out the dress ups, find your spooky inspiration and get ready for the ride of your life.
Once you’ve had your spooky fill with us, head on down into Lithgow to experience Lithgow Halloween ‘Libre de Faire’.
