Benalla Festival launch event
Motoring enthusiasts can view a unique and special collection of an all-British static car Show and see the Wheel to Wheel exhibition of celebrated and coveted motorcycles featuring design and sophistication and iconic styling. Live music by the Broken Creek Band with street food and beverages available to purchase. Part of the Benalla Festival: Hidden…
Read MoreDeep Soulful Sweats
Let your hair down and tap into your sun sign! Join Deep Soulful Sweats for an unforgettable night of immersive dancing, chanting, sweating, and stomping! Deep Soulful Sweats (DSS) is a collaborative and participatory event led by Naarm-based dance artists Sarah Aiken and Rebecca Jensen. Facilitated by Naarm-based and international dancers and DJs, the project…
Read MoreBenalla Spring Show
Experience the excitement of the 2024 Benalla Show. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the livestock exhibits, where you can witness the finest cattle, sheep, and poultry on display. Admire the craftsmanship and creativity of talented locals as they showcase their arts and crafts, textiles and photography. Admire the cookery section, where the best…
Read MoreBenalla Costume and Kelly Museum
The Costume and Kelly Museum in Benalla, is a unique attraction that combines fashion history with local folklore. The museum is accredited through the Museum Accreditation Program (MAP) and all exhibitions are put together by the Benalla Historical Society. The museum specialises in local history, including the permanent Ned Kelly exhibition featuring the famous green…
Read MoreBenalla Racing Club – McDonalds Kids Day out
The Summer of Country Racing When the sun is out and the kids are busily splish-splashing down the giant water slide, the grown-ups will love eating dip and having a sip under the shade of an umbrella at the Benalla races. Rally the troops and get set to kick back with your mates, whilst the…
Read MoreBenalla Racing Club – Living Here Christmas Party Race Day
Unwrap the Country this Christmas. Pop some corks, crack some bonbons and get ready to eat, drink, laugh and be merry across a huge afternoon of festive fun at the Living Here Benalla Christmas Party Race Day! Whether you’re gathering family from afar, or celebrating tools down with the work crew, the Benalla races are…
Read MoreWinton Cemetery Mural
Back in 2022 on one side of the storage and maintenance shipping container the committee commissioned local artist Tim Bowtell to paint on one of the walls a magnificent mural of a blue-faced honeyeater which frequents the grevilleas in the cemetery. The cemetery continues to be managed and maintained by members of the Winton Cemetery…
Read MoreBenalla Festival
Mark your calendars for 2024 Benalla Festival. The Benalla Festival is a celebration of the Benalla Rural City’s lifestyle, its community, country living and community spirit. The Festival is a result of community collaboration to design events that celebrate and embrace all that is great about the region through art, music, dance, history, sport, family…
Read MoreGlenrowan Kelly Loop
Beginning and ending in Glenrowan, this intermediate gravel ride loop passes through classic bush landscapes filled with history and birdlife. Take on undulating terrain and two significant climbs on compact gravel roads and some less-maintained farm tracks. This route offers a physical challenge, Arthur Streeton-esque Australian landscapes, and a unique opportunity to connect with the…
Read MoreNed Kelly Discovery Hub
Experience the captivating tale of Ned Kelly’s Last Stand, an iconic moment in Australian history that continues to spark debate and fascination. Step into the world of this enigmatic figure, perceived by some as a ruthless murderer and by others as a courageous champion against corruption, more than a century after his infamous escapades through…
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