Friday
ShepparCon
Feel like a solid weekend of meeting people, playing new games, old favourites and having fun? You should head to ShepparCon, an annual board gaming event organised by a passionate group of local board gamers. Attendees can enjoy the friendly atmosphere, access to board game libraries, door prizes and good food and coffee on-site. With a growing library of over 100 games to play over the weekend, you’ll have a blast.
When: Noon to midnight, 9am to midnight on Saturday and 9am to 6pm on Sunday
Where: The Terminus Hotel, 212-226 High St, Shepparton
Cost: $50 per adult, $10 for children under 15 (attendees under the age of 18 will need to be accompanied by a guardian to attend)
Contact: Michael at gvgamersguild@gmail.com
School Holiday Movie Afternoon - The Bad Guys
Take the kids to the Shepparton Library for a free movie afternoon to see the 2022 animated film The Bad Guys. A perfect school holiday activity, the movie is about a crew of animal outlaws who are about to attempt their most challenging con yet — becoming model citizens. With free popcorn available, what more could you want? But make sure you book your spot, as places are limited.
When: 2.30pm to 4.30pm
Where: Shepparton Library, 41-43 Marungi St, Shepparton
Cost: Free
Contact: Shepparton Library on 1300 374 765 or shepparton@gvlibraries.com.au
Hall Stories at Tallygaroopna
Three-time Melbourne Comedy Festival Best Show nominee Damian Callinan is heading to Tallygaroopna on Friday night with his show Hall Stories as part of the Riverlinks In Your Town series. Hall Stories is a live comedy show that documents Australia’s beloved meeting places’ culture, characters, history and stories. You won’t want to miss Callinan humorously examining the quirks, traditions and characters of the Tallygaroopna Soldiers’ Memorial Hall, tailor-made for the town.
When: 7.30pm
Where: Tallygaroopna Soldiers’ Memorial Hall, 21 Victoria St, Tallygaroopna
Cost: From $23
Contact: Riverlinks box office on 5832 9511
Saturday
Laser Tag
Are the kids after some laser tag fun for the school holidays? They can gear up, lock and load for a session this weekend! Take cover, fire away and get ready to dominate the laser tag battlefield like a champion. This event is specially for children 12 and under, ensuring a safe and fun experience for the youngsters.
When: Noon to 4pm
Where: Kidstown, 7287 Midland Hwy, Mooroopna
Cost: Free
Contact: Healthy Communities, Greater Shepparton City Council, on 5832 9700 or healthycommunities@shepparton.vic.gov.au
GV Suns vs Fitzroy City
Cheer on the GV Suns as they take on Nunawading City this Saturday at McEwen Reserve.
When: 5pm
Where: John McEwen Reserve, Shepparton Sports City, corner of Numurkah Rd and Brauman St, Shepparton
Contact: info@gvsuns.com.au
Shepparton Gators vs Pakenham Warriors
The Gators have a home game this weekend! Get ready for some high-energy basketball and show your support for the Shepparton Gators when they take on the Pakenham Warriors in round 13 of the Big V Championship Division.
When: 7pm
Where: Shepparton Sports Stadium, 120 Numurkah Rd, Shepparton
Cost: From $5, tickets available at the door
Contact: Steve on 0418 586 033
The Best of the Bee Gees - Greatest Hits Tour
The Best of the Bee Gees is bringing their brand new show to Shepparton, with special guests Roslyn Loxton and Colin ‘Smiley’ Petersen, who is the original drummer for the band. Don’t miss out on this high-energy show filled with your favourite hits that’s sure to have you up and dancing.
When: 8pm to 10.20pm
Where: Riverlinks Eastbank, 70 Welsford St, Shepparton
Cost: From $69
Contact: Riverlinks box office on 5832 9511
Sunday
Emma Memma - Boop & Twirl
ARIA award-winning children’s musical favourite Emma Memma is touring the country and bringing her Boop & Twirl Tour to Aussie families far and wide, including us here in Shepparton. There will be performances of classic tunes, and songs from the new album. So take your kids along to sing and dance with Emma Memma and her friends, Elvin Melvin, BB Butterfly, Waffles the Wombat and their favourite Memma Mates. Better yet, why not dress up in Emma Memma and Elvin Melvin’s favourite colours, orange, pink and green?
When: 10am to 10.45am
Where: Riverlinks Eastbank, 70 Welsford St, Shepparton
Cost: Full $35, and children 12 months and under are free sitting on the knee
Contact: Riverlinks box office on 5832 9511. To purchase seating in close view of the Auslan interpreter, contact boxoffice@riverlinksvenues.com.au or team@emmamemma.com
Fruits of the Valley Cyclo-Cross
Shepparton Cycling Club is hosting the Fruits of the Valley Cyclo-Cross, a two-day event where competitors tackle a mix of road cycling, mountain biking and running, all while navigating various obstacles spread across the course. Still not quite sure what cyclo-cross is? Go and have a look for yourself this weekend. If that doesn’t tickle your fancy, the event is fully catered with a coffee van, wood-fired pizzas, local beers and ciders, a speciality barbecue and a canteen available.
When: 8am to 5pm and Saturday 1pm to 10pm
Where: Shepparton Cycling Club, 96 Packham St, Shepparton
Cost: Gold coin entry
Contact: Bradley Higgins on 0418 350 840 or sheppartoncyclingclub@gmail.com