General News
25 September, 2024
What's on this weekend and beyond in the Wimmera and Grampians?
Looking for something to do? Look no further than our guide.
Bit over footy? Not keen on a Sydney-Brisbane grand final? There's still plenty to do in the Wimmera and Grampians, you just need to know where to look.
Look no further than our guide.
Horsham
Saturday & Sunday
The Horsham Show is back for 2024. This year it opens with the twilight carnival on Saturday, September 28, from 5-9pm, followed by show day on Sunday, September 29, from 10am-10pm. Enjoy everything a traditional show has to offer, including carnival rides, showbags, live entertainment, competitions, food, live music, animal nursery, fireworks, exhibitions and so much more. Visit horshamshow.com.au or facebook.com/horshamshow.
Wycheproof
Saturday
Australia's toughest footrace', the King of the Mountain, returns in 2024. Take part in the 1km sprint up the world's smallest mountain - Mount Wycheproof - in a test of speed, endurance, and determination. Who will conquer the climb and claim victory? For more information, visit kingofthemount.com.au.
Ararat
Now until September 28
The Ararat Town Hall is be a hive of activity with the annual Ararat Eisteddfod attracting scores of enthusiastic dancers from across the state. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/AraratEisteddfod.
Wycheproof
Saturday
Australia's toughest footrace', the King of the Mountain, returns in 2024. Take part in the 1km sprint up the world's smallest mountain - Mount Wycheproof - in a test of speed, endurance, and determination. Who will conquer the climb and claim victory? For more information, visit kingofthemount.com.au.
Horsham
October 3-12
The Horsham Arts Council is brining the beloved Pirates of Penzance to life at the Horsham Town Hall Theatre. Eight shows will be held from October 3-6 and 9-12, it is a show that cannot be missed. For more information visit horshamtownhall.com.au.
Ararat
October 3
Join the East Grampians Health Service's auxiliary for An Evening with Amy Harris, and help raise funds for new patient scales. Amy is a former Principal Artist with the Australian Ballet and will speak about her career. Tickets via ararattownhall.com.au.
Stawell
October 6
After a two-year hiatus, the public is invited back to Grannes to discover, explore and enjoy all that the garden has to offer, for a Spring Garden Festival celebrating the synergies of art and nature. Glenda and Greg Lewin open their garden to the public that has been developed during the past 20 years. Special guest presenter is garden designer of the original Grannes garden, Barb Reading. Head to 207 Pomonal Road, Stawell from 11am-4pm. Admission: $20 per person, Kids are free.
Kaniva
October 12
The Kaniva Show is back for another year. Featuring the 'Kaniva Archie' art prizes, dog high jump, cooking competitions, Masterchef Tim Bone, food, entertainment and much more. Visit https://www.facebook.com/KanivaShow or https://www.kaniva.org.
Stawell
October 26
Save the date for the annual Stawell Show. Visit https://stawellagshow.weebly.com.