EVENTS CALENDAR

Every Tuesday

ECHUCA DANCE GROUP SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCING

Come and join our friendly group of dancers, visitors always welcome. Echuca Moama Uniting Church hall, Hare Street, Echuca, every Tuesday night from 6–9pm. Contact Dave on 0419 374 627.

Every Wednesday

ECHUCA DANCE GROUP BALLROOM DANCING LESSONS

Come and join our friendly group of dancers, visitors always welcome. Echuca Moama Uniting Church Hall, Hare Street, Echuca, every Wednesday night from 6.30–8pm. Contact Dave on 0419 374 627.

Every Saturday

ECHUCA-MOAMA PARKRUN

Free, timed 5km run or walk open to any member of the community. 8am sharp, Echuca Lions Park. Participants must register online at parkrun.com.au and scan a QR code upon entry.

Monthly

ECHUCA DANCE GROUP MONTHLY BALLROOM DANCING

Come and join our friendly group of dancers, visitors always welcome. Echuca Uniting Church, Hare Street, Echuca, third Saturday of each month with a couple of Saturday/Sunday dance weekends included throughout the year. Contact Dave on 0419 374 627.

Monthly

ECHUCA COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB DANCING AFTERNOON

From 11am-4pm, third Sunday of every month at the Tongala Public Hall, Mangan Street, Tongala. For more information contact Lesley on 5482 6281 or 0438 115 552.

Ongoing

BENDIGO BLUES TRAM

The Blues Tram in Bendigo will be running monthly from here on in and (except due to unforeseen circumstances) it'll be on the second Saturday of the month, as well as the four Blues Tram events that will be run at the Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival in November. BIKE TO WINERY TOUR

The best way to explore the Murray River is on a bike, and the best place to ride your bike is to St Anne’s Winery. Green Pedal’s ‘Bike to Winery Tour’ takes you to the stunning Moama Beach and Horseshoe Lagoon, before arriving at St Anne’s Winery and Cellar Door located in the heart of the Perricoota wine district. THE FOUNDRY ARTS SPACE

During spring, the Foundry is presenting a series of group exhibitions: August 19 to September 11: Painted on Smile is a multimedia exhibition by 13 Echuca-Moama artists responding to the need to continue smiling over the past few years. September 16 to October 9: Through our Lens is an exhibition of work by members of the Echuca Moama Photography Club.

Markets

ECHUCA MOAMA MARKET

The big general market is held fortnightly on Sundays at Moama's Kerrabee Soundshell Gardens from 8am to 2pm. ECHUCA FARMERS’ MARKET

An accredited farmers’ market that operates at the Aquatic Reserve (beside the Visitor Centre) from 8am to noon on the first and third Saturday of each month. Enjoy a cooked breakfast and freshly brewed coffee from 8.30am to 11.30am. GIRGARRE FARMERS’ PRODUCE AND CRAFT MARKET

Held on the second Sunday of each month in the Progress Park Reserve, on the corner of Winter Rd and Station St. RUSHWORTH MARKET

Held on the third Saturday of the month from 8am to 1pm.

September 10-11

AMERICAN IRON ECHUCA TRUCK DISPLAY

American Iron Echuca Truck Display is coming to town on September 10 and 11, from 9am to 4pm at Rotary Park, Echuca. All truck makes and models welcome and possibility to camp on-site. Official dinner and auction will be held on Saturday at 6pm. For more information, contact gearchange@outlook.com

September 25

FINLEY SHOW AND SHINE

The annual Finley Show and Shine Swap Meet returns to the Finley Showgrounds at 7am.

September 30 - October 1

DENI UTE MUSTER

From Friday, September 30 to Saturday, October 1, the Deni Ute Muster will delight visitors of all ages with two night-time concerts featuring Australia’s best country and rock musicians.

October 1

GUNBOWER GOLD CUP

This annual cup meeting will be held at Gunbower Racing Club on October 1.

October 4-6

ELMORE FIELD DAYS

The Elmore Field Days on October 4, 5 and 6 will provide a ton of fun for the entire family and it’s where farmers can come to get some great ideas.

October 8

JOHNNY CASH AND JUNE CARTER TRIBUTE SHOW

The high energy Johnny Cash and June Carter Tribute Show will be at Echuca Paramount, starring Mark and Joanne Caligiuri. MOTOR MUSIC FESTIVAL

Bring your unique trucks, bikes and cars to the inaugural Motor Music Festival at the Exchange Hotel Kerang.

October 9

SWEAT VS STEAM

Sweat vs Steam, a unique race that pits runners against a paddle-steamer, returns to Echuca. TONGALA EATS AND BEATS

Tongala Eats and Beats will be held from 12pm to 4pm after enjoying great success in its debut last year.

October 21-23

LOCKINGTON COUNTRY MUSIC FESTVAL

After being cancelled in 2020 and 2021, the Lockington Country Music Festival is back with a show bursting with talent over three days on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, October 21, 22 and 23.

October 22

KYABRAM TASTES AND TUNES

Kyabram's inaugural Tastes and Tunes will bring Allan St to life.

October 23

TONGALA BEERSHEBA, ROD, CUSTOMER AND CLASSIC CAR AND BIKE SHOW

This show will bring some of the best customer and classic cars to Tongala on October 23.

October 29

SOS: THE ABBA TRIBUTE SHOW

SOS: The Australian ABBA Tribute Show will be performing at the Rich River Golf Club at 9pm.

November 1

ECHUCA RACING CLUB’S MELBOURNE CUP

A day of fashion, horse racing and excitement at Echuca Racing Club’s Melbourne Cup Day event.

November 2-6

KYABRAM’S COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL

Kyabram’s Country Music Festival is held from Wednesday, November 2 until Sunday, November 6.

November 4-6

LAKE MULWALA ROD RUN

The Lake Mulwala Rod Run will be held from November 4 to 6, promising attendees a chance to see some of the best hot rods in Australia.

November 6

MUSTANG CLUB

Echuca will be a car lovers’ delight when the Mustang Owners Club of Australia (Victoria) rolls onto Murray Esplanade to show off some fine rides.

November 12

BEEHAG 100 SKI RACE

Boats and skiers will race along the Murray River in the annual Beehag 100 Ski Race.

November 21-25

MASSIVE MURRAY PADDLE

The Massive Murray Paddle has a new name and a new course. Now called mmp415, it will run from November 21 to 25.

November 26

POP & POUR

A progressive festival across seven different wineries on November 26.

November 5-6

ECHUCA MOAMA AGRICULTURAL SHOW

The Echuca Moama Agricultural Show on November 5 and 6 is a highlight event of the year that is not to be missed.