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Rock and rodeo: Saddle up for the long weekend

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Saddle up: It’s time for the Kyabram Rodeo. Photo by Rodney Braithwaite

Friday

International Women’s Day Luncheon

Celebrate International Women’s Day at the East Shepparton Bowls Club with a complimentary glass of champagne on arrival, raffles, games and lucky spot prizes to be won. The guest speaker is Shepparton’s Judith Hanlon.

When: 11.30am

Where: East Shepparton Bowls Club, 2 Zurcas Ln, Shepparton

Cost: $30

Contact: Josie Italia on 0411 858 433 or Josie Michielin 0439 312 777

Kyabram Rodeo

It’s time to saddle up — the Kyabram Rodeo is here. The rodeo is back for its 78th year and is one of the five longest-running rodeos in Australia. In addition to the usual rodeo, there will be events the whole family can enjoy, such as bull riding, bucking horses, barrel racing and more. Grab your tickets at https://tinyurl.com/mrx86kkh

When: Events start at 7pm

Where: Kyabram Showground, 180 Allan St, Kyabram

Cost: Tickets range from free to $70

Contact: 0428 992 450 or kyabram.show.rodeo@gmail.com

Flow Yoga

Relax your mind and body as you end your work week with a rejuvenating flow yoga session.

When: 6pm to 7pm

Where: Queen’s Gardens, Shepparton

Cost: Free

Contact: 5832 9431

Saturday

Violet Town Community Market

Whether flying solo or with friends, enjoy a wide range of food, delicious coffee, good music, great shopping and a friendly and relaxing atmosphere at the community market. It’s on the second Saturday of each month, so head down and help support the community and stallholders.

When: 8.30am to 1pm

Where: Tulip St, Violet Town

Contact: 0416 233 584

Market delights: Support local producers at the Violet Town Community Market. Photo by Julie Mercer

Welsh National Show

You can look at Welsh ponies this long weekend at the Welsh National Show in Tatura. Two judges from the UK will be judging the events over three days, including various ridden and in-hand classes.

When: 9am to 3pm

Where: Tatura Park, 21 Hastie St, Tatura

Cost: Free

Contact: Fiona Forge on 0408 482 870 or forges@bigpond.com

It Takes Two — Volume Two

After the success of It Take Two, Shepparton Theatre Arts Group is back at it again with It Takes Two — Volume 2: The Greatest Duet Hits of All Time. Timeless hits from the 1960s to now will come to life in the vibrant atmosphere of a live variety show, promising an unforgettable musical journey.

When: Matinee 2pm; evening show 7pm

Where: Riverlinks Eastbank, 70 Welsford St, Shepparton

Cost: $40

Contact: Riverlinks box office on 5832 9511

Dynamic duo: Kat Bristol and Stevie Renee belting out their tunes in preparation for this Saturday’s shows. Photo by Djembe Archibald

Exhibition opening celebration: YEARBOOK

Head to the Shepparton Art Museum on Saturday for the opening of the major international exhibition by Ryan McGinley, YEARBOOK. The ever-evolving landmark project is a large-scale photographic installation consisting of over 700 studio portraits of musicians, artists and creatives living and working in New York. Be aware that this exhibition contains full-frontal artistic nudity, and adult supervision is required for visitors under 16.

When: 5pm to 8pm

Where: Level 1, Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham St, Shepparton

Cost: Free

Contact: Shepparton Art Museum on 4804 5000 or info@sheppartonartmuseum.com.au

Artistic exploration: Celebrate the opening of Ryan McGinley’s YEARBOOK exhibition at the Shepparton Art Museum on Saturday. Photo by Megan Fisher

Rock In Shepparton festival

Some of Victoria’s favourite bands and local stallholders will be at Rock In Shepparton, one massive festival over the Labour Day long weekend. Saturday will include a gala dinner, and Sunday will feature a music festival. With live entertainment all weekend and a huge production set-up, this event will rock your socks off.

Grab your tickets at https://tinyurl.com/mr2j92b7

When: 6pm to 11pm on Saturday, and noon to 11pm on Sunday

Where: The GV Hotel, 235 High St, Shepparton

Cost: $30 to $250

Contact: Essence Events and Productions on 0413 159 759 or inforockinfestival@gmail.com

Carole King and James Taylor: A Musical Journey

Presented by Nikki Nicholls, immerse yourself in a night filled with Carole King’s iconic songs, ranging from her own hits to those she wrote for musical legends, while also enjoying timeless classics by James Taylor.

When: 7.30pm

Where: Riverlinks Westside, Echuca Rd, Mooroopna

Cost: Full $69

Contact: Riverlinks box office on 5832 9511

Sunday

Anatolian Art Classes

An art masterclass is coming to Shepparton, offering participants the opportunity to engage in a blend of traditional mosaic lamp-making and ceramic painting infused with the spirit of Anatolia. Each session is two-and-a-half hours, giving the dedicated instructors plenty of time to nurture your talents and help you perfect your art, no matter your skill level.

When: Session times begin at 10am, 2pm and 6pm on Saturday and Sunday

Where: The McIntosh Centre, 90 Welsford St, Shepparton

Cost: $99 to $209

Contact: Art Masterclass on 0483 955 983 or bookings@artmasterclass.com.au

Solar City Country Music/Rock Day

The Solar City Country Music/Rock Day will feature artist Vanessa Waara. There will be a barbecue and tea and coffee available, as well as raffles, door prizes and nifty-fifty.

When: Noon to 5pm

Where: Shepparton Harness Racing Club, 7580 Goulburn Valley Hwy, Kialla

Cost: $10 for non-members, $8 for members

Contact: Heather on 0437 418 594

Live on the Green

Bring your friends and family to enjoy a fantastic afternoon of live music with Molly Connors at the Mooroopna Golf Club.

When: 2pm to 6pm

Where: Mooroopna Golf Club, 2 Fairway Dve, Mooroopna

Cost: Free

Contact: Mooroopna Golf Club on 5825 4135 or info@mooroopnagolfclub.com

The Robertson Brothers Variety Show

Australia’s ‘Kings of Variety Television’ are back with a brand new show in 2024, which is coming to Mooroopna. The charming and cheeky Robertson Brothers will be your hosts for this nostalgic night of entertainment. The new uplifting 1960s Variety TV Show will pay tribute to musical icons of the 1960s, including The Beach Boys, The Bee Gees, Johnny Farnham, plus many more you’ll have to go to find out about.

When: 3pm

Where: Riverlinks Westside, Echuca Rd, Mooroopna

Cost: Full $79.95

Contact: Riverlinks box office on 5832 9511

Nostalgic night of entertainment: Join the Robertson Brothers in their 1960s Variety TV Show. Photo by Contributed