Festivals & Events
Turn a day into an event.
From a country race meeting
to Pyrenees Unearthed.
The locals of the Pyrenees region love putting on a festival or event. And there’s nothing like a picnic race meeting for getting into the country spirit.
Visit in March for the Avoca Autumn Race Day, or October for the springtime Avoca Cup. Pack a picnic lunch. And join the crowd to cheer on your pick of the jockeys and horses.
On the first weekend in May and November, Beaufort hosts the Lake Goldsmith Steam Rally.
For more than 50 years, the rally has celebrated classic vehicles and vintage engines that still work up a head of steam. Watch out also for our village blacksmith working the anvil, hammer and tongs.
Of all events, the Pyrenees Unearthed Festival is one not to be missed.
Experience all that our Pyrenees winemakers have to offer, together in one location for one fun-filled day at the Pyrenees Unearthed Festival. A laid-back afternoon of excellent local produce, live music, lots of kids’ activities and, of course, wine by the glass.
Check the calendar for dates, times and more events.
Live Music at Taltarni Cellar Door
Taltarni Vineyard 339 Taltarni Road, Moonambel, Vic, AustraliaTaltarni Cellar Door presents an afternoon of Sunday live music, wine tasting and cheese platter grazing. Sunday Chill!
Cyril Callister Museum – Guitar Exhibition – Retro Riff
Servo 23 23 Neil Street, Beaufort, Victoria, AustraliaRetro Riff Assemblage Art by Les Toth. A collection of over 40 re purposed guitars influenced by his exciting musical career
Sally’s Paddock – Live Music
Sally's Paddock 1926 Sunraysia Hwy, Redbank, VIC, AustraliaSally's Paddock cellar door is open every day and we welcome everyone to come and enjoy our selection of wines in the heart of the Pyrenees. Adding an extra bit of atmosphere every Saturday over lunchtime (also Sunday on long weekends) our local musician, Graeme Akers, plays his guitar and banjo in the Cellar Door.
Two Vintage Ducks Pop Up Shop
grape farm winery 107 mcadams lane, moonambel, Victoria, AustraliaTwo vintage ducks are popping up once again at Grape Farm Winery. A beautiful collection of vintage wares and exquisite things on sale.
Stay for wine tasting, Devonshire tea, cheese platter and charcuterie board filled with local product.
Rotundone Road Wine & Music Festival 2024
Dogrock Winery 114 Degraves Road, Crowlands, VIC, AustraliaSpend the day listening to music and enjoying a glass of wine as you visit the wineries along the Rotundone Road:Â Mount Langi Ghiran, Mountainside Wines and Dogrock.Â
Paint and Sip Sessions at Mrs Bakers Still House
mrs bakers still house 606 Elmhurst Glenpatrick Road, Glenpatrick, VictoriaGrab a friend and come for a relaxed afternoon of painting botanicals and sipping gin. Held at Mrs Baker's Still House, a micro-distillery 50min west of Ballarat. Whether you are new to watercolours or just looking to brush up on your skills these sessions are a playful way to create a botanical painting with drink in hand!
Two Vintage Ducks – Christmas Decoration Workshop
grape farm winery 107 mcadams lane, moonambel, Victoria, AustraliaHand building table and hanging Christmas decorations Workshop!
Local pop-up Pyrenees Wineries @ The Flywheel
The Fly Wheel Bar and Cafe 27-29 Neil Street, Beaufort, VIC, AustraliaLocal pop-up Pyrenees Wineries at the Flywheel Bar & Cafe. Third Friday of every month. Meet the producers, learn about product origins and gain a new appreciation for the rich wine industry that is iconic to the Pyrenees.
Sally’s Paddock – Live Music
Sally's Paddock 1926 Sunraysia Hwy, Redbank, VIC, AustraliaSally's Paddock cellar door is open every day and we welcome everyone to come and enjoy our selection of wines in the heart of the Pyrenees. Adding an extra bit of atmosphere every Saturday over lunchtime (also Sunday on long weekends) our local musician, Graeme Akers, plays his guitar and banjo in the Cellar Door.
Cyril Callister – Kids Vegemite Playdough activity
Servo 23 23 Neil Street, Beaufort, Victoria, AustraliaCyril Callister Museum is hosting a kids vegemite playdough activity as part of Childrens week.
Blue Pyrenees Estate Avoca Cup 2024
Avoca Racecourse 307 Racecourse Road, Avoca, vic, AustraliaExperience true country racing at the iconic Blue Pyrenees Estate Avoca Cup
Trawalla Hall – Old time dance
Trawalla Hall 3822 Rogers Court, Trawalla, VIC, AustraliaHave you been to one of the Trawalla Halls Old Time Dances yet? no experience needed, catch up with old friends and make new friends! All welcome
Avoca Art Show & Sale
Avoca Town Hall 92 Rutherford Street, Avoca, VIC, AustraliaAvoca Art Show & Sale
Avoca Town Garage Sale
Avoca Avoca, Victoria, AustraliaWho doesn’t love a good garage sale? The Avoca Whole Town Garage Sale is an annual event organized by Advance Avoca and has something for everyone!
Kaleidoscope of Activities in Avoca
Mix & Mingle in Avoca while experiencing a Weekend of Fine Art, Wine, Food and Markets
Avoca Art Makers Market
Avoca Railway Station Arts Precinct York Avenue, Avoca, VIC, AustraliaAvoca Art Makers Market. A great variety of arts & crafts, demonstrations and an opportunity to meet the artists
Sally’s Paddock – Live Music
Sally's Paddock 1926 Sunraysia Hwy, Redbank, VIC, AustraliaSally's Paddock cellar door is open every day and we welcome everyone to come and enjoy our selection of wines in the heart of the Pyrenees. Adding an extra bit of atmosphere every Saturday over lunchtime (also Sunday on long weekends) our local musician, Graeme Akers, plays his guitar and banjo in the Cellar Door.
Cyril Callister – Kids Vegemite Playdough activity
Servo 23 23 Neil Street, Beaufort, Victoria, AustraliaCyril Callister Museum is hosting a kids vegemite playdough activity as part of Childrens week.