Thousands of people are expected to make their way to the Dubbo Showground over three days to attend the annual Show this weekend. Admission tickets can be pre-purchased online through 123tix for $13, compared with $15 at the gate.

Jets take on the Tigers

The Narromine Jets will be taking flight at Cale Oval this Sunday when they take on the mighty Nyngan Tigers. League tag kicks off at 11am followed by the U/18's, reserve grade and then first grade. Tickets can be purchased at the gate.

Burrendong Arboretum Guided Tours

The Burrendong Botanic Gardens and Arboretum will host a set of free, guided tours. Taking place on the fourth Sunday of every month until November, participants will take an hour long tour of the botanical gardens' grounds between 1pm to 3pm and experience the vibrant colours, shapes and smells of some of unique flora.

Hot Air Balloon Festival

The Mudgee Hot Air Ballooning Festival encompasses multiple events during the week, including Mudgee Night Glow, Balloons and Bubbles at Blue Wren, the Australian National Hot Air Ballooning Championships and more. For further details head to www.visitmudgeeregion.com.au

Book and car boot sale

Come along to the Wellington uniting Church on Arthur Street to find a 'preloved' book to read or set up your own car boot full of no longer needed treasures and items for people to buy. It costs $15 to book your own car boot spot.

Wedding Open Day

Central west brides-to-be will be spoilt for choice when they attend Taronga Western Plains Zoo's annual Wedding Open Day. The cost is free to attend. The event will run from 11am to 2pm. For more visit www.taronga.org.au

Ready, set, run

The event takes place each Saturday morning at 8am, and participants can walk, jog or run five kilometres. The voluntary-run event is free, but participants must register before their first run. If you would like to find out more or wish to register please visit www.parkrun.com.au

Rotary Markets

The 'friendliest little market in the west' returns every Saturday in the award-winning Cameron Park in Wellington, with a ton of market stalls offering locally grown produce, crafts and other art goods, food, coffee, entertainment and much more.