Events - Wine week, Wassail and more!

Our Events: Celebrating Cider!

Our Cellar Door in the rolling countryside of Orange provides a wonderful location for Events that highlight the rich traditions of cider making and culture. From regular Sunday food events to our signature Wassail and Cider-Making Workshop events, we have something for everyone.


Orange Wine Week: Uncommon and Unseen

A Blindfold tasting of unexpected wines and ciders.

Blind Tasting Wine and Cider at the Unseen and Uncommon Event

18th October 2025: Put aside your ideas of wine and cider. This event will challenge your senses. Blindfolds cover your eyes, removing visual distractions to give full focus to the other senses: taste, smell and mouth texture. You will taste a selection of wines and ciders chosen to challenge your idea of what can be made from fermented apples and grapes.

Your blind tasting of natural wines from Cowra’s Pride of Lunatics and small batch vintage ciders from Small Acres Cyder will stretch you well beyond a conventional cellar door tasting.  Relax as we guide you through the character of each tasting. Make your own judgements; there’s no right or wrong, just your own experience.

Expect surprises as we draw from specialty releases, new releases and museum stock to create a taste adventure.

Book online now.


CAJE Kitchen Malaysian Fusion at the Cellar Door

4th and 5th October 2025:  Enjoy CAJE Kitchen's unique Malaysian fusion food with a cider on Small Acres Cyder's terrace. Taste delicious cider and amazing food while you enjoy the stunning views.

From the local legend Julian Ooi, enjoy penang style egg noodles tossed in Julian's special soy mix with your choice of:

  • Chinese barbecue pork, bok chop and wonton or
  • Braised tofu and mushroom, bok choy and wonton (Vegetarian).

Your booking includes your egg noodle dish and and your choice of one of Small Acres Cyder's classic ciders.

Desserts will also be available.

Book online now. 


Crepes and Cider with Romanian Delights.

Join us on the 26th of October 2025, 30th November 2025 or 11th Jan 2026 for our Cider and Crepes event at the cellar door. In Nick's mum's home town in Brittany, Crepes and Cider go together like Eggs and Bacon. We think they are the perfect cider and food pairing. Enjoy a cider and choose from Romanian Delights' legendary range of Savoury and Sweet crepes. Book online now.

Danny from Romanian Delights cooking crepes

Cider-Making Workshop

Cider Making: Where the Magic Happens!

Ever wondered how cider goes from apple to glass?

Join our workshop and:
  • Discover the secrets of cider apples
  • Get hands-on crushing cider apples
  • Taste your creation (and some finished ciders...)
  • Enjoy some delicious food-matching canapés.
Some of Australia's best cider makers started right here at this workshop.

The workshops in 2026 will be held during Orange FOOD Week on 21st and 22nd March

Winter Wassail Festival

A group of young adults dressed in celtic costumes in front of a brightly burnign fire at Small Acres Cyder's Winter Wassail event.

Ignite the Magic of Winter: Join Us for the Enchanting Winter Wassail!

Step into a world of ancient pagan traditions and fiery celebrations at the Orange Winter Fire Festival's Winter Wassail! On the 1st of August 2026 we gather under the starry winter sky to bless the orchard trees and conjure a bountiful harvest.

Immerse Yourself in a Night of Enchantment:

Fire and Song: Be captivated by the warmth of crackling bonfires and the enchanting melodies of live music from the extraordinary Cicada Club.
Feast and Merriment: Indulge in delectable savoury or sweet crepes and savor the rich flavors of warm, spiced mulled cider.
Embrace the Spirit: Dress in your finest pagan, medieval, or winter attire to add to the magical ambiance. (Warm layers are a must!)

Don't miss your chance to be part of this unique and mystical experience!

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