East Gippsland acknowledges the Gunaikurnai, Monero and the Bidawel people as the Traditional Custodians of the land that encompasses East Gippsland Shire. We pay our respects to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in East Gippsland, their Elders past and present.
Get amongst the locals
You don’t need a reason to visit East Gippsland, but when you can feast at a Wild Harvest, dance in the street at a Festival or nail a PB at one of our Mountain Bike Trails, Experiencing one of our events will take your visit to a new level.
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PAGE: Bizarre, Banal and Beautiful
Paper art, whether paper making, artists’ books or a myriad of surface designs, has delighted members of PAGE since it was founded by Margaret Mason in 2007. They continue to explore the delights and challenges of the world of paper, sharing and travelling together in expanding concepts and ideas.
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Melanie Skuse: Tiny Sculpture
Melanie Skuse discovered sculpture just over a year ago and it’s been a love affair ever since. Alien creatures, magical cartoon gardens and aquatic seascapes reflect her strange imagination and interest in the extraterrestrial and natural world. There will be a special opening event 5.30pm Thursda...
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Wild Harvest Seafood Festival
The Wild Harvest Seafood Festival was created to highlight the unique abundance and variety of seafood in East Gippsland and surrounding regions. It is a celebration of the natural fruits of the land and sea, and the Indigenous custodians that have been connected with this land for thousands of year...
Sporting Events
Great East Rail Trail Ride -Autumn Event
Embark on a leisurely journey through the East Gippsland Rail Trail in this fully-supported event. Spanning over four days, three nights, participants will cover a comfortable distance of 120km over three riding days. Their comprehensive package includes meals, first aid support, and a backup vehicl...
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Alice Hesse - Nature Inspired Weaving
"My exhibits are an expression of the experiences in nature that have inspired my creativity. I learnt some basics of weaving from the Yolngu women of Mapuru North East Arnhemland (The Arnhem Weavers) during my time working in the community. However, most of my weaving has deviated from the traditio...
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Meralin Fawcus - Artworks with a Twist
Meralin Fawcus lives in Metung, and has been painting since 2010. She works in water based oils, felt pen, and coloured pencil and has dabbled in lino-cut. Meralin’s background is over 45 years in the graphic design, advertising and marketing industries, working as an Art Director, Illustrator and ...
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The World of Musicals in Concert - Bairnsdale
Following a sell out 2022 Australia tour - The World of Musicals in Concert Returns to Australia in 2024 featuring an all new show. The World of Musicals in Concert has graced stages across the globe and features a world-class ensemble of multi-talented artists who exquisitely perform classic hits,...
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East Gippsland Winter Festival
Experience how locals winter in East Gippsland as the region comes alive in a festival of light, food, music, art and culture. Featuring more than 100 plus spectacular events right across the region, the East Gippsland Winter Festival presents one of the largest and most diverse winter festival pro...
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South East NOW
A group show of artists with a connection to Gunnai Kurnai Country. Includes exhibitions, artists talks, and children's workshops. There will be more details to follow. Special Opening event 5.30pm Friday 21 June. Images: Ray Thomas, Barlajan the Platypus. Limited edition print Patricia Pittma...
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Medieval Winter Fire Festival
A festival of all things Medieval. Come dressed in your best medieval costume to join the fun. See flaming sword combat demos, a great fire act, medieval demonstrations, play medieval games, the duck trebuchet, good food and drinks and of course a bonfire. All backed with by live medieval music and...