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A tennis tournament will be happening as part of the festival at the Strathbogie Recreational Reserve. Photo by Megan Fisher

Friday

Halloween Dance Party

Excell’s Monthly Dance is transforming into a spooktacular Halloween party. Shake it off in your scariest costumes, and enjoy a feed from Cuban Break Cafe, with the entry fee redeemable there.

When: 8pm to 10pm

Where: Excell Dance Centre, 3 Williams Rd, Shepparton

Cost: $10 (redeemable at Cuban Break Cafe)

Contact: Excell Dance Centre on 5831 1777

Saturday

Strathbogie Cup Weekend Festival

Back for the second year, explore Strathbogie for four fun-filled days. From Saturday to Tuesday, try croquet, tennis or bush dance, walk through market stalls and have a drink by the bar.

When: Various event times

Where: Strathbogie

Cost: See event costs online at tinyurl.com/2kjpwytw

Contact: strathbogiecupweekendfestival@gmail.com

Head out to Dookie for the show. Pictured is Harry Keat. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Dookie Show

Dookie’s classic show is back for the 139th year. Head to Dookie for a fun-filled day out, with agricultural displays, cooking, needlework and floral displays and more. Funds raised on the day will be going back into the community, so be sure to come out and support the town.

When: From 9am

Where: Showgrounds, corner Baldock St and Dookie St, Dookie

Cost: $5 to $12, kids under five free

Contact: Peter Shields on 0419 317 671

St Andrews Rd Spring Festival is back for a second year after last year’s success. Photo by Megan Fisher

St Andrews Rd Spring Festival

Back for another year, the St Andrews Rd Spring Festival is bringing all the family fun. With food trucks, live music, activities for kids and more, head on down for a fun day out.

When: 10am to 3pm

Where: Shepparton South Community Church, 15A St Andrews Rd, Shepparton

Cost: Free

Contact: Beth Hunter on 0431 693 475 or beth.hunter87@gmail.com

The Cubby’ Toy Library Community Event

The Toy Library is hosting a fun day filled with activities. With a sausage sizzle, tea and coffee, and fun bags for sale, bring the whole family and have some fun.

When: 11am to 2pm

Where: Toy Library, corner Balaclava Rd and Numurkah Rd, Shepparton

Cost: Free

Contact: Khadeejah and Ellen on 0411 499 750, 0432 061 172 or kanderson.edu.au@gmail.com

Derby Day in the Garden

Celebrate Derby Day at the Seven Creeks Hotel. Dress to impress and enjoy delicious food, cocktails and great company in the beautiful garden.

When: Noon to 5pm

Where: Seven Creeks Hotel, Tarcombe St, Euroa

Cost: $91.31, tickets available at tinyurl.com/3cns55s2

Marina Prior and Michael Cormick are performing at Riverlinks for one night only. Photo by Megan Fisher

Marina Prior and Michael Cormick Centrestage

Longtime friends Marina Prior and Michael Cormick are coming together and taking their first full-length tour across Australia. Marina, Australia’s leading lady of musical theatre, and Michael, an internationally renowned singer and actor, will both be performing songs from their hit musicals and more.

When: 7.30pm to 9.30pm

Where: Riverlinks Eastbank, 70 Welsford St, Shepparton

Cost: $79.95

Contact: Riverlinks box office on 5832 9511

Sunday

Roads and Runways

Cruise or fly in to the Shepparton Airport for a classic car and plane show. Make sure you’re there before 11.30am for the trophies to be presented.

When: 8.30am to 11.30am

Where: Shepparton Aerodrome, Goulburn Valley Hwy, Kialla

Cost: $5 per vehicle, gold coin donation per person

Contact: 0438 848 8180