International Dog Day

24 Aug 2025

10:00 am ‐ 4:00 pm

International Dog Day activities are included in a regular General Entry – Garden ticket for Saturday 24 August.

Members: Free

Concession: $15.00

Adult: $17.00

Child: Free

Family: $49.00

NSW

Calling all dogs, hounds, pups, mutts, doggos and pooches to celebrate International Dog Day with their humans at Retford Park.

In celebration James Fairfax’s adoration of his dogs, we invite you and your furry friends to join the festivities at historic Retford Park.

Activities include free gardens tours for dogs and their humans, competitions, an agility course and demonstrations.

Browse a range of stalls selling a variety of dog-related goodies and services.

Stay tuned for more info as we firm up the program of events.

 

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Plan your visit

Retford Park

Address:

1325 Old South Road, Bowral NSW 2576

Open:

Thursday to Sunday
10am – 4pm

House access is by guided tour only at set times: Thursday - Friday 10.30am, Saturday - Sunday 10.30am, 12.30pm & 2.30pm

Easter Monday 10am – 4pm
House access is by guided tour only at set times: 10.30am, 12.30pm & 2.30pm

Closed:

Good Friday, ANZAC Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, 30 December & New Year's Eve

Phone:
(02) 4861 1933
Email:
retfordpark@nationaltrust.com.au
Entry Fees:

Garden visit:
National Trust members - FREE
Adults - $17
Concession* - $15
Family - $49

House tour and garden visit (booking recommended):
National Trust members - FREE
Adults - $35
Concession* - $25
*Concession applies for full-time students, seniors, pensioners and children aged 5-15 years.

How to book your tickets
Tickets can be purchased at the door or booked in advance to guarantee your spot. Booking fees apply.
Book a ticket to Retford Park: House tour & garden visit.
Book a ticket to Retford Park: Garden visit only.
Terms and conditions of entry apply.
For group visits to Retford Park: Group visits.

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