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Summer fun at the Port

The Port of Echuca. Stock Photo. Photo by Aidan Briggs

The Port of Echuca will be the place to be during summer with plenty of activities to keep the family entertained.

Summer Cinema

From Friday, December 27 until Sunday, January 26 locals can catch some of their favourite films at the Port's outdoor cinema.

There will be a film for everyone to enjoy with everything from family favourites to horror to action.

Deck chairs are included in the ticket price or can be upgraded to a bean bag lounge for $10.

There will be candy and snacks available for purchase and a licensed bar on site.

Tickets are $15 each, $13 for concession and kids under four are free. Ticket packages are also available.

The films will be screening on the banks of the Murray River every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

For the full list of films and dates, visit https://www.portofechuca.org.au/whats-on/events/summer-cinema/

Summer Tunes

Visitors to the Port will be able to enjoy live music on the Echuca Wharf every Saturday from Saturday, December 28.

The live music will be played by local musicians between 1pm to 4pm and will include a range of genres.

The Port is still on the lookout for more emerging and established musicians who are keen to perform.

If anyone is interested, they can email their details to Marketing@portofechuca.com.au

Kids Adventure Tours

While school is out, children can enjoy an adventure tour every Monday and Wednesday from Monday, January 6.

The kids will be taken on a twilight tour of the Port of Echuca as their guide tells the stories of major figures in Echuca’s history.

The tours are $15 per ticket and kick off at 7.30pm.

Tickets can be booked online at https://www.portofechuca.org.au/cruises-experiences/tours-shows/kids-torchlight-tours/

Wharf Cafe

Locals and visitors alike will be able to keep the thirst at bay during the hot summer days down at the Wharf Cafe.

The cafe includes a licensed bar and sells a range of snacks and drinks.

The cafe will be open from Wednesday, January 1 between 10am to 3pm.

Opening times may also depend on the weather.