Upper Macleay Country Ball

Upper Macleay Country Ball

Dress Up. Catch Up. Celebrate.

Join us for the inaugural Upper Macleay Country Ball on Saturday, 17 October 2026 at the Bellbrook School of Arts Hall.

Enjoy an unforgettable evening of live country music by Sarah Leete, delicious grazing boards served throughout the evening, lawn games, bush dancing, line dancing, raffles and auctions, all while catching up with friends and celebrating our incredible community.

Your ticket includes:

• 🥂 A complimentary welcome drink on arrival

• 🧀 Grazing boards served throughout the evening

• 🎶 Live country music by Sarah Leete

• 🤠 Bush dancing & line dancing

• 🌿 Lawn games

• 🏆 Community celebration

• 🎁 Raffles & auction

This is a BYO event. Guests are welcome to bring their own alcoholic beverages to enjoy responsibly throughout the evening. A complimentary welcome drink will be provided on arrival, along with tea, coffee and water.

This year’s event is proudly funded by the University of New England’s EQUIP Project, allowing ticket prices to remain affordable. All proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to the Bellbrook School of Arts Hall and the Bellbrook Public School P&C.

The Upper Macleay is one of nine rural communities across Australia participating in the EQUIP Project, supporting local communities to strengthen wellbeing and social connection. While proudly supported by EQUIP, the Upper Macleay Country Ball has been organised by Rose and Ally, two local community members.

Dress Code: Black Tie with a Country Twist

18+ Event

We can’t wait to welcome you to what we hope will become a much-loved Upper Macleay tradition.

We’re currently exploring a return shuttle bus service from Kempsey to Bellbrook, with a stop in Willawarrin and the possibility of pre-arranged pick-up and drop-off points along Armidale Road.

If you are interested in using the shuttle service, please select the shuttle bus option when purchasing your ticket. This expression of interest will help us determine demand and confirm the appropriate bus size.