What’s on
Mildura hosts a busy calendar of events throughout the year. Head to Mildura in March for Mildura Wentworth Arts Festival, featuring events such as Music under the Stars at the dramatic Perry Sandhills.
In July Mildura Golf Week tees off, and the Mildura Writers' Festival entices lovers of words to the region. Ouyen hosts the The Great Vanilla Slice Triumph where bakers across Australia compete for the prize of Best Vanilla Slice, and The Tour of the Murray River Cycling road race calls in at towns along the Murray.
In September the Mildura Country Music Festival presents Australia's biggest showcase of independent country music artists. The Mildura Jazz and Wine Festival in November combines the best of Australian modern and traditional jazz with the region's fine wines at wineries and on riverboats, restaurants and along streets throughout the town.
Experience our events
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Red Cliffs Country Market
1 August
Over 100 stalls (most undercover) located in Indi Ave, Ilex St and shady Barclay Square of locacl produce, crafts, perserves, timberwares, bric a brac, fresh seafood, jewellery and lots more. There will also be sausage sizzle, face painting and much more.
Red Cliffs Historical Steam Railway
1 August
Come and enjoy a ride on an authentic steam train.
Family $15, Adult $6, Child $3
11am-4pm
Red Cliffs Military Museum
1 August
An extensive display of artefacts and memorabilia from the Boer War through to Vietnam and East Timor covering all services including womens. Entry $2 adults and children free.
Open 10am-4pm.
Rio Vista Historic House Guided Tour
1 August
Take a tour of the grand house. Completed in 1891, WB Chaffey's Rio Vista, symbolises the dreams of the Chaffey brothers who founded the Mildura Irrigation Settlement. Build in Queen Anne style with Californian references, the house commands river views and parkland surroundings. After undergoing a transformation into Mildura's first art gallery during the latter part of the 1900s. Rio Vista house is now gradually being restored to its original splendor. Tours depart 2pm.
After the tour enjoy a coffee and light snack in the new cafe which operates from the kitchen of Rio Vista. Open daily from 10am-3.30pm.
Local Art Group
3 August
Art exhibition of local artists paintings and hand made cards. All mediums-oils, pastels, watercolour. Items for sale and entry free. Open:10am-3pm
Big Issue Street Soccer Program
6 August
The community street soccer program is an initiative of the Big Issue Australia. The program promotes social inclusion by using the power of sport. Street soccer involves males and females from 16 years of age with all abilities getting together once a week for soccer activities and matches. Weekly training sessions are fun, safe and friendly. A street soccer session will involve some stretching, simple fitness work, skill work and a match. No equipment is required, just turn up, join in and have fun.
Sunraysia Farmers' Market
7 August
Buy direct from grower/producer fresh fruit & vegetables, jams, cakes, plants, compost and much much more. A sumptuous breakfast using local in-season produce served until 11am. (Approximately 10kms from Mildura).
Rio Vista Historic House Guided Tours
7-8 August
Take a tour of the grand house. Completed in 1891, WB Chaffey's Rio Vista, symbolises the dreams of the Chaffey brothers who founded the Mildura Irrigation Settlement. Build in Queen Anne style with Californian references, the house commands river views and parkland surroundings. After undergoing a transformation into Mildura's first art gallery during the latter part of the 1900s. Rio Vista house is now gradually being restored to its original splendor. Tours depart 2pm.
Local Art Exhibition
7 August
Art exhibition of local artists paintings and hand made cards. All mediums-oils, pastels, watercolour. Items for sale and entry free. Open: 11am-4pm.
Mildura City Heart Market
8 August
You can find a number of goodies including crafts, clothing, home cooking, fruit and vegetables as well as jams and pickles. Also jewellery, fancy cards, woodwork items and bric a brac and lots more. The Market is managed by the Sunraysia Girl Guides. 9am-1pm.
Local Art Exhibitions
10 August
Art exhibition of local artists paintings and hand made cards. All mediums-oils, pastels, watercolour. Items for sale and entry free. Open: 10am-3pm.
The Mallee Folk Club
12 August
The Mallee Folk Club provides a venue for acoustic music enthusiasts of all traditions to meet and to either perform or listen. A regular music gathering is held on the second Thursday of each month from 7pm onwards. The club welcomes new performers whatever their expertise. Membership encouraged $10 per year. BYO musical instruments.
Wintersun Festival
13-16 August
The best opportunity to revive rock n roll in the city. Rock legends of the 50's and 60's come alive. Dancing in the streets and venues. Display and show off of Hot Rods and vintage cars too.
Big Issue Street Soccer Program
13 August
The community street soccer program is an initiative of the Big Issue Australia. The program promotes social inclusion by using the power of sport. Street soccer involves males and females from 16 years of age with all abilities getting together once a week for soccer activities and matches. Weekly training sessions are fun, safe and friendly. A street soccer session will involve some stretching, simple fitness work, skill work and a match. No equipment is required, just turn up, join in and have fun.
Rio Vista Historic House Guided Tours
14-15 August
Take a tour of the grand house. Completed in 1891, WB Chaffey's Rio Vista, symbolises the dreams of the Chaffey brothers who founded the Mildura Irrigation Settlement. Build in Queen Anne style with Californian references, the house commands river views and parkland surroundings. After undergoing a transformation into Mildura's first art gallery during the latter part of the 1900s. Rio Vista house is now gradually being restored to its original splendor. Tours depart 2pm.
Local Art Exhibition
14 August
Art exhibition of local artists paintings and hand made cards. All mediums-oils, pastels, watercolour. Items for sale and entry free. Open: 11am-4pm.
Merbein Street Market
15 August
Antique traders, second-hand and food shop and various stalls. Fresh produce, preserves, craft and much more. All Welcome.
8am-1pm
Local Art Exhibition
17 August
Art exhibition of local artists paintings and hand made cards. All mediums-oils, pastels, watercolour. Items for sale and entry free. Open: 10am-3pm.
Sunraysia Farmers' Market
21 August
Buy direct from grower/producer fresh fruit & vegetables, jams, cakes, plants, compost and much much more. A sumptuous breakfast using local in-season produce served until 11am. (Approximately 10kms from Mildura).
Big Bush Dance
21 August
Large bush dance ofnlarge country property unique to the area. Big Bush Dance will have 2 name bands, entertainment, auction, competitions, children's activities and over night camping. $10.00 single, $25.00 per family
Rio Vista Historic House Guided Tours
21-22 August
Take a tour of the grand house. Completed in 1891, WB Chaffey's Rio Vista, symbolises the dreams of the Chaffey brothers who founded the Mildura Irrigation Settlement. Build in Queen Anne style with Californian references, the house commands river views and parkland surroundings. After undergoing a transformation into Mildura's first art gallery during the latter part of the 1900s. Rio Vista house is now gradually being restored to its original splendor. Tours depart 2pm.
Local Art Exhibition
21 August
Art exhibition of local artists paintings and hand made cards. All mediums-oils, pastels, watercolour. Items for sale and entry free. Open: 11am-4pm.
Mildura City Heart Market
22 August
You can find a number of goodies including crafts, clothing, home cooking, fruit and vegetables as well as jams and pickles. Also jewellery, fancy cards, woodwork items and bric a brac and lots more. The Market is managed by the Sunraysia Girl Guides. 9am-1pm.
Local Art Exhibition
24 August
Art exhibition of local artists paintings and hand made cards. All mediums-oils, pastels, watercolour. Items for sale and entry free. Open: 10am-3pm.
Rio Vista Historic House Guided Tours
28-29 August
Take a tour of the grand house. Completed in 1891, WB Chaffey's Rio Vista, symbolises the dreams of the Chaffey brothers who founded the Mildura Irrigation Settlement. Build in Queen Anne style with Californian references, the house commands river views and parkland surroundings. After undergoing a transformation into Mildura's first art gallery during the latter part of the 1900s. Rio Vista house is now gradually being restored to its original splendor. Tours depart 2pm.
Sunraysia Garden Club Inc. Annual Spring Show
28-29 August
The Annual Spring Show includes sections of Floral Design in Open, Intermediate and Novice and is always well contested. The cut flowers include camellias, daffodils, pelargoniums, carnations, hellibore trees, shrubs and a large section of containers of spring flowers. The pot plants include ferns, cactus, bulbs and bromeliads. We also have our Autumn Show in May which features Floral Design, dahlias, chrysanthemums, general cut flowers and shrubs and a large section for roses. The Garden Club has meetings once a month on the 1st Thursday at 8pm at the Old Aerodrome Ovals Pavilion, 11th Street where we help people interested in growing and showing a huge variety of plants.
The Spring Show times:Saturday: 12.30pm-5pm, Sunday: 10am-4.30pm. Entry: $3 (children under 13 free).
Local Art Exhibition
28 August
Art exhibition of local artists paintings and hand made cards. All mediums-oils, pastels, watercolour. Items for sale and entry free. Open: 11am-4pm.
Mildura R.J. Shield Chess Tournament
29 August
The Mildura R.J. Shield Chess Tournament will be held 4 times a year. It is an open event, with Under 8, Under 10, Under 12, Under 14, Under 18 and Open Divisions. Everybody, from the beginner to the Master is encouraged to come along and have a fun afternoon. Everybody play 7 timed games, with a maximum of 15 minutes per player per game. Each year, the 4 tournaments results will be collaborated, and the winner in each division qualifies to represent Mildura in the finals, held by Chess Kids in Melbourne in November of each year. $20 per participant (free to spectate). TIMe 1pm-5pm. Doors open 12.30pm. BYO food and drink.
Tour of the Murray River
29 August
The tour has grown into Australia's premier road cycling classic. The Tour of the Murray River is more than just a bike race. It is a regional community event. (In Ouyen for the Great Australian Vanilla Slice Competition, 3 September).
Local Art Exhibition
31 August
Art exhibition of local artists paintings and hand made cards. All mediums-oils, pastels, watercolour. Items for sale and entry free. Open: 10am-3pm.