Friday
Flower Art Party
Participate in a wreath workshop, a unique sensory storytelling opportunity to weave seasonal and foraged foliage into your own special creation. The feel of the natural flowers and foliage in your hands, with bright colours to enjoy and the wonderful scent of eucalyptus, will only add to the immersive experience. Spend three hours experimenting and weaving your own unique colourful piece at this flower party experience.
When: 10am to 1pm, Friday and Saturday
Where: Billabong Nursery, Shepparton
Cost: $80 (online booking required)
Contact: Shepparton Festival on 0475 208 201 or hello@sheppartonfestival.org.au
GVYP Barefoot Bowls
Put your best foot forward and connect with new people at the GV Young Professionals barefoot bowls night. It’s the perfect low-key event to have a game of bowls, with a barbecue dinner supplied and catered for by the Shepparton Bowls Club, and drinks at bar prices.
When: 6.30pm
Where: Shepparton Bowls Club, 15 Golf Dve, Shepparton
Cost: $40 for members and $45 for non-members, pay via Eftpos on the night
Contact: Danielle Tait at info@gvyoungprofessionals.com
Big Land, Wide Country
A treat for live music lovers, Big Land, Wide Country features Simon Marks and his band performing new works inspired by his Artist in Residence stint on a remote NSW farm as part of the ACRE Project in late 2023. They’ll also perform from his much-loved catalogue of works, including his Big River, Little Stories record. Expect laughs, the odd tear, and Simon’s regular good-natured, entertaining banter. Follow the Robin, an indie/folk artist from Melbourne, will join as a support act.
When: 7pm to 10pm
Where: The Vault, 168R Maude St, Shepparton
Cost: $15 to $25
Contact: Shepparton Festival on 0475 208 201 or hello@sheppartonfestival.org.au
Saturday
Teddy Bear Picnic and Face Painting
Take the kids to Queen’s Gardens to enjoy a classic story while getting their faces painted and having fun at a picnic. The only essential thing to bring is your favourite teddy.
When: 11am to 1pm
Where: Queen’s Gardens, Shepparton
Cost: Free
Contact: Greater Shepparton City Council Healthy Communities on 5832 9700
Get hooked on fishing
Give fishing a go this weekend at the Arcadia Native Fish Hatchery. There will be prizes, information, a guest speaker, workshops and much more to get you hooked on fishing. Mini-buses will be available to get you there.
When: 1pm to 5pm
Where: Arcadia Native Fish Hatchery, 200 Ross Rd, Arcadia
Cost: Free
Contact: Jim Gow on 0436 936 446 or jim.gow@salvationarmy.org.au
Kelly’s Ride
Inspired by their aunt Kelly’s diagnosis, Ben and Rick Ramadge are riding their bikes from Lilydale to Cobram to raise funds for Breast Cancer Network Australia. They’ll be stopping in Kialla at the Peppermill Inn on Saturday for hours of fundraising, food and music.
When: 2pm
Where: Peppermill Inn, 7900 Goulburn Valley Hwy, Kialla
Contact: Peppermill Inn on 5823 1800
If We Can’t See It, We Can’t Be It
Back for the second year, Brady Jones, better known as Bricky B, proudly presents, If We Can’t See It, We Can’t Be It, as part of the Shepparton Festival. The show will represent and showcase First Nations songs, dances, stories and culture. With the help of the Shepparton Festival team, Brady has programmed a line-up of artists who live on Yorta Yorta Country alongside invited guests.
When: 4pm to 8pm
Where: Shepparton Art Museum Amphitheatre, 530 Wyndham St, Shepparton
Cost: Free (online booking required)
Contact: Shepparton Festival on 0475 208 201 or hello@sheppartonfestival.org.au
Finish Line Festival — Melbourne to MOVE Rally
Celebrate community and motion as the Melbourne to MOVE rally arrives. Experience the final leg of vehicles, from classic collectables to vintage buses, crossing the finish line at MOVE, concluding the rally. Join the celebration that includes an impressive line-up of vehicles, live music and local treats, and explore and mingle with rally participants.
When: 4pm to 8pm
Where: Museum of Vehicle Evolution, 7723 Goulburn Valley Hwy, Kialla
Cost: Free, or $20 for entry into MOVE and dinner by the Woolshed
Contact: Museum of Vehicle Evolution 5823 5833 or shop@moveshepparton.com.au
Sunday
Annual Heritage Day
The Merrigum Historical Society is holding its Annual Heritage Day, featuring pioneering skills and crafts demonstrations. On the farm front, visitors can watch hay baling with a 1940s stationary baler, milk separation, butter churning and more. Vintage engines will be in action, and a wide range of exhibits and collectables will be displayed. Homemade baked goods will be available to purchase at the museum’s General Store, and a barbecue lunch will also be on offer.
When: 10am to 3pm
Where: 111-113 Waverly Ave, Merrigum
Cost: Adults $10, children $2
Contact: Flo Halliday on 5855 2330 or merrigummuseum@gmail.com
The Big Sing
The Shepparton Festival Big Sing will unite voices from all over the Goulburn Valley, bringing together choirs and vocal groups showcasing their talent. Led by Erin Heycox, an experienced choir leader who has shared songs with audiences across Australia, the Big Sing will come together in a mass choir performance of shared repertoire, culminating in a song circle where singers and audience members will be invited to join in.
When: 1pm to 4pm
Where: Mooroopna Bowls Club, 13 Echuca Rd, Mooroopna
Cost: $10 per person (online booking required)
Contact: Shepparton Festival on 0475 208 201 or hello@sheppartonfestival.org.au
Colour Run, Roll and Stroll
This fun and vibrant colour run, roll and stroll is for all abilities, fitness levels and ages. There will be colour stations, music and games spread around the lake. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, and meet at the playground near the skate park for a colourful afternoon.
When: 2pm to 4pm
Where: Victoria Park Lake north end, Shepparton
Cost: Free
Contact: GSCC Healthy Communities on 5832 9700
Movie favourites with live brass band
Darebin City Brass and Shepparton Brass and Wind are joining forces to bring you a selection of live movie music, featuring pieces from Wallace and Gromit - The Wrong Trousers, James Bond, Indiana Jones and many more. Bring the family and enjoy the experience of film combined with a live brass band.
When: 2.30pm to 4.30pm
Where: Riverlinks Westside, Echuca Rd, Mooroopna
Cost: From $15 at tinyurl.com/yxrftc8n
Contact: Riverlinks box office on 5832 9511