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Jun 26
Winter Love Matchmaking at Nicholson Winery
Singles over 40 are invited to a matchmaking night of wine, food, and fun speed dating!
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Jun 23
Benambra Community Lantern Making Workshops
Make your own lantern for the Benambra Lantern Display. Local artist Tracey Johnson will be holding a community workshop in Benambra.
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Jun 19
Fire + Ice in Metung
Join Metung locals on the Metung Village Green for an afternoon of fire and ice entertainment, live music, food, and family fun with activities for all ages and surprising giveaways from Empty Esky.
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Jun 19
Metung Sunset Instameet
Sunset: Embrace your inner influencer and join Kim Bond for a walking tour of Metung and its most photographic vantage points. Tag your social photos with #MetungWF2021 and #EGWF2021 to be featured in event socials.
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Jun 19
Metung Sunrise Instameet
Sunrise: Embrace your inner influencer and join Kim Bond for a walking tour of Metung and its most photographic vantage points. Tag your social photos with #MetungWF2021 and #EGWF2021 to be featured in the event socials.
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Jun 16 - 21
Norm Neilson Fine Art Photography
Join Norm Neilson from Fine Art Gallery to take in the expansive collection of fine wine, art and images. Free entry and affordable collectables for the mantlepiece at home.
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Jun 27
A day at Nyerimilang Heritage Park
Enjoy the historical homestead, Devonshire tea, live music, demonstrations of skills of the past and sausage sizzle.
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Jul 3
Fireside Folk Festival
Prime Pet Friendly Tourist Park Lakes Entrance Present a Fireside Folk Festival!
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Jun 26
Winter High Tea
Winter High Tea at The Lakes Boatshed Cafe
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Jul 11
Yoga and Sound Meditation
Yoga and Sound meditation in art studio
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Jul 2
Food + Fire at Wyanga
A celebration of fire, spice and food at Wyanga Park Winery.
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Jun 19
We Walk the Track We See
One day exhibition of students work in partnership with Penni Jagiello and Gillian Kline
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Jul 10
Today’s Menu at Bemm River
Orbost band Todays Menu is coming to Bemm River for a family event.
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Jul 9 - 11
Lighting Up Bemm River
Join the Bemm River community as they light up the township with lights.
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Jul 4
Ballroom Dancing for Fun
Free tuition for Ballroom Beginners - master a least one dance and have loads of fun
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Jun 19
The Electric Empire
The Electric Empire. Celebrating local resilience 7.30pm @ the Nowa Nowa Hall.
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Jul 2
Songs From The Valley
East Gippsland singer-songwriters David Swift and Cindy Lee (Raven & the Dove) have composed a diverse range of contemporary, original songs as a tribute to the local legends of the Buchan-Gelantipy area
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Jun 19
Solstice Night Bike Bruthen
Experience the trails of Bruthen by night, with lights!
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Jun 19 - Jul 11
F/Lamp. Art Lamp Exhibition + Sale
F/LAMP. An exhibition of unique, sculpted, handmade lamps.
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Jun 19 - 20
F/Lamp. Art Lamps + Fluoro Frocks
F/LAMP Exhibition opening.
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Jun 22 - Jul 7
Sarsfield Snaps Photography Exhibition
The Sarsfield Snaps photography program is all about helping to bring the junior Sarsfield community together after the horrific bushfires.
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Jun 22
World Bathing Day Sunset SUP
Coinciding with World Bathing Day, join Venture Out for a Sunset SUP
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Jul 2
Night Paddle Paynesville
Immerse yourself in the Paynesville Illuminations experience by SUP or Kayak
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Jun 26
SUP the Night Tour
Take in the Lantern parade on a unique night time Stand Up Paddleboarding tour
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Jun 29
ILOOMination
Make your own whimsical, illuminated woven tapestry to brighten up your winter walls.
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Jul 11
Bathe Wine and Dine @ Metung Hot Springs
An incredible collaboration between Northern Ground, SARDINE eatery + bar, The Local, Lightfoot & Sons Wines at the Metung Hot Springs.
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Jul 11
Night Sky Astro Photography Workshop
If you’ve ever thought about learning how to shoot amazing star trails and the Milky Way, you won’t want to miss this opportunity!
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Jul 10
White Night Bairnsdale
A night of live music, cocktails & canapes... guests will be asked to dress in white.
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Jul 10
Understanding Wine at Nicholson River Winery
Lift the mystery of enjoying wine and answer the questions that have bothered you for years!
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Jul 10
Mallacoota Food Truck Festival
Food Van Feast at Mallacoota Lions Park including food vans, jumping castle, face painting, kids activities and MY Van followed by a lantern display
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Jul 10
Metung Farmers Market
Stock up on glorious local produce to fill the larder during these chilly winter evenings.
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Jul 10
Discover Metung
The optimal treasure trove of all-in engagement for families sure to keep the kids entertained with prizes and lunch provided.
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Jul 9 - 12
Four Day East Gippsland Photography Tour
Take the opportunity to explore the hidden secrets of East Gippsland on this four day landscape photography tour
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Jul 9
Life Drawing Workshop
Art Fridays are for all the local honeys in search of a Friday night alternative.
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Jul 9
Candlelight Yoga and Sound Meditation
Candlelight Yoga and Sound Meditation at the Newlands Arm Community Hall
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Jul 7 - 11
QuasiTrad Winter Tunes Music Camp
Join us for tunes and songs around the pub fire!
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Jul 4 - 7
Historical Exhibition
Travelling exhibition from National Maritime Museum
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Jul 4
Shadow Drawing Kids Workshop
Everyone loves art! Unlock your child's inner creative with our kids shadow art session at our studio space in Lakes Entrance
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Jul 4
Winter Watercolour Master Class
Learn to draw with watercolour pencils with talented artist, Dawn Churchwood
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Jul 4
Deep Winter Recovery Session
Recover from the fun of Deep Winter with some grooves at 'bottom pub'
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Jul 3
The Slow Movement Community Dinner
A night of hearty winter foods, sourced locally and served with Gippsland Wines & Beers.
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Jul 3
The Maes Performing At The Buchan Hotel
Multi-award-winning Melbourne contemporary folk outfit, The Maes will be performing at the Buchan Hotel.
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Jul 3
Winter Fringe Cafe Night
Come and see the Bruthen Main Street gardens and hall surrounds lit up with lanterns
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Aug 28
Deep Winter at Sailors Grave
Sailors Grave Brewing invites you back to the Deep Sou'East in the deepest, darkest depths of 2021
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Jul 3
Mollimor Live in Swifts Creek
Mollimor is a high energy Celtic/Irish band, with a wide repertoire ranging through traditional songs & tunes from all parts of the Celtic world, to covers of more contemporary artists.
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Jul 3
Mollimor Live in Orbost
Mollimor is a high energy Celtic/Irish band, with a wide repertoire ranging through traditional songs & tunes from all parts of the Celtic world, to covers of more contemporary artists.
-
Jul 3
White Night Metung
This Parisian Le Blance evening comes inspired by the streets of Paris direct to Aroma Cafe. The optimal photo moment opportunity that will be the envy of all your social media friends far and wide.
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Jul 2
Resin Art Coffee Table Workshop
Delve into the incredible world of resin art, led by local experts
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Jul 2
Birds of a Feather Exhibition Opening
Phoenix Art Studio and Gallery celebrates its arrival in town with a special exhibition opening.
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Jul 2
Fire And Rain Exhibition Opening
An exhibition of work by local artists reflecting on cataclysm, regrowth, beauty and vulnerability with a lantern display at 6pm.
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Jul 4
Lane Way Pop Up Event
See the Bairnsdale Laneway come alive with live music, roaming performers, art projection, lighting, food and wine for a family fun night
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Jul 2 - 4
Paynesville Illuminations
Paynesville will be lighting up the iconic Raymond Island Ferry and areas around The Esplanade to celebrate its beautiful waterfront. Explore Paynesville at night. Be sure to dress warm!
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Jul 3 - 3
Orbost Event
Businesses, shops and residents have combined to light up the main street of Orbost for a celebration of light and regeneration.
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Jun 26
Masquerade Murder Mystery Night
We all love masquerade and when costumes, divine food and mystery games are concerned this selling-fast event will be one to remember.
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Jul 10
Star Gazing by Telescope & Painting Session
Observe stars with our telescope, or bring your own. Share knowledge around a warm fire. Paint your version of Starry Starry Night over Lakes Entrance, under a tree of stars and lights.
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Sold OutJun 20
Wild Bird Cage Lamp Class
Create a birdcage inspired lamp from a variety of recycled wires and hand cut tin flowers.
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Jun 19 - Jul 11
Arts of Many Parts
Over the winter, Wilderness Coast Artists’ members will participate in a mural style painting composed of 100+ small paintings.
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Jun 19 - Jul 11
Light Installation at Jetty Road Retreat
In a salute to winter's long nights, the company behind the iconic Flinders Street Station lighting is bringing some magic to Nungurner Jetty Road!
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Jun 18
Foundry
Come along to the Foundry for the launch of an exhibition in our tiny gallery space from 5.30pm, with wine & nibbles.
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Jun 18
Paper Chase Soup Kitchen
Listen to the live music and soak up the ambience with a warm take away bowl of soup and crusty bread rolls.
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Jun 27, Jul 4, 11
Sundays Night Time Viewings
Lemon Hill Gallery, 158 Lemon Hill Rd, Wairewa, grew out of a container, donated as part of bushfire recovery.
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Jun 19
Live Ice Carving
Glen Smith from ‘Ice Designs Australia’ will be performing several Live Ice Carvings on the Village Green from 4pm in the afternoon.
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Jul 2 - 11
Lighting Up Swifts Creek
Swifts Creek local artists display their star lanterns specially created for the East Gippsland Winter Festival along the Great Alpine Road going through town.
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Jul 1
Bonfire, Burgers, Beer and Banter
Grab some beer and burgers from 6.30pm from the on-site Red Caravan, and then settle in for a toasty evening round the bonfire.
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Jun 30, Jul 2, 7, 9
Fluid Acrylic Pouring
Kids school holiday art with Saltwater Creative - fluid acrylic pouring.
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Jun 30
Outdoor Kiln Fire-ing
Come for a night under the stars at Malcolm Boyd's Pottery Studio where he will light up his wood fired kiln.
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Jun 29
Star Lantern Making Workshop
Take part in a Lantern Making Workshop at the Great Alpine Gallery and create a beautiful star lantern to hang in the street and help light up the charming High Country village along the iconic Great Alpine Road. Embrace the best of winter in East Gippsland.
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Jun 28, Jul 5
School Holidays Kids Art Class
Are your kids looking at getting creative over the school holidays? We have the perfect space for your kids to channel their creative side and mingle with other kids!
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Jun 27
Paper Mache Bowls
Unlock your child's inner creative with our paper mache session at our studio space in Lakes Entrance
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Jun 26
Paint & Sip Winter Festival Snowman
A professional artist will guide you step-by-step and help you to create your masterpiece on canvas.
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Jun 26
Lakes Lights Festival
Be spellbound by the Lakes Light Festival with a parade of lanterns, weaving around lit-up sculptures that pay homage to the region’s flora and fauna. Bask in the glow of the laneway light projections and a jetty-side virtual reality installation.
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Sold OutJun 25
Winter Floral Arrangement Course
SOLD OUT A floral arrangement course with Wren Botanical
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Jun 23, Jul 1
Winter Seafood Feast @Sodafish
Featuring an indulgence of the finest local seafood with locally matched wines.
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Jun 23, 26, Jul 10
Resin Art Workshop
Spend a quality morning or afternoon unwinding and enjoying creating your very own masterpiece.
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Jun 19 - Jul 11
The Phoenix Trail
A trail of artists' open studios and galleries running throughout East Gippsland.
-
Jun 26 - Jul 11
Nicholson River Winery Cellar Door
Visit our Cellar Door for a tasting and a chat. Local cheese and antipasto platters are available at Cellar Door.
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Jun 26 - Jul 11
Ensay Winery Cellar Door
Call into the rammed earth Cellar Door and Winery at Ensay on the Great Alpine Road.
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Jun 22
World Bathing Day Celebrations
What a treat - sunrise and sunset pop-up bathing, feel-good tree planting and a special preview of the Metung Hot Springs. Get in first for this sneak peek and glorious hot spring experience.
-
Sold OutJun 20
Pinot Picnic and Master Class
SOLD OUT Come and enjoy a Pinot Picnic on the deck and lawn with Lightfoot Wines & Sardine Eatery + Bar in celebration of all things Pinot Noir.
-
Sold OutJun 19
The Long Paddock Fire and Brick Degustation
SOLD OUT Enjoy a 6 course degustation dinner centred around the venue's historic Scotch oven
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Jun 19
Winter Solstice Fire and Light
A celebration of Winter Solstice with fire and light as the theme.
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Jun 26 - Jul 11
Lighting Up Omeo
Omeo is lighting up its streets with a theme of the gold rush to celebrate the rich history of this beautiful alpine village.
-
Jun 18
Winter Festival and Laneway 3875 Launch
Join in the fun as Laneway3875 launches to the public for the very first time. There will be incredible street food served from the back courtyards of cafes, a pop up soup kitchen, roving entertainment, fire breathing, live music and a light / art show.
Winter Love Matchmaking at Nicholson Winery
Singles over 40 are invited to a matchmaking night of wine, food, and fun speed dating!
Benambra Community Lantern Making Workshops
Make your own lantern for the Benambra Lantern Display. Local artist Tracey Johnson will be holding a community workshop in Benambra.
Fire + Ice in Metung
Join Metung locals on the Metung Village Green for an afternoon of fire and ice entertainment, live music, food, and family fun with activities for all ages and surprising giveaways from Empty Esky.
Metung Sunset Instameet
Sunset: Embrace your inner influencer and join Kim Bond for a walking tour of Metung and its most photographic vantage points. Tag your social photos with #MetungWF2021 and #EGWF2021 to be featured in event socials.
Metung Sunrise Instameet
Sunrise: Embrace your inner influencer and join Kim Bond for a walking tour of Metung and its most photographic vantage points. Tag your social photos with #MetungWF2021 and #EGWF2021 to be featured in the event socials.
Norm Neilson Fine Art Photography
Join Norm Neilson from Fine Art Gallery to take in the expansive collection of fine wine, art and images. Free entry and affordable collectables for the mantlepiece at home.
A day at Nyerimilang Heritage Park
Enjoy the historical homestead, Devonshire tea, live music, demonstrations of skills of the past and sausage sizzle.
Fireside Folk Festival
Prime Pet Friendly Tourist Park Lakes Entrance Present a Fireside Folk Festival!
Winter High Tea
Winter High Tea at The Lakes Boatshed Cafe
Yoga and Sound Meditation
Yoga and Sound meditation in art studio
Food + Fire at Wyanga
A celebration of fire, spice and food at Wyanga Park Winery.
We Walk the Track We See
One day exhibition of students work in partnership with Penni Jagiello and Gillian Kline
Today’s Menu at Bemm River
Orbost band Todays Menu is coming to Bemm River for a family event.
Lighting Up Bemm River
Join the Bemm River community as they light up the township with lights.
Ballroom Dancing for Fun
Free tuition for Ballroom Beginners - master a least one dance and have loads of fun
The Electric Empire
The Electric Empire. Celebrating local resilience 7.30pm @ the Nowa Nowa Hall.
Songs From The Valley
East Gippsland singer-songwriters David Swift and Cindy Lee (Raven & the Dove) have composed a diverse range of contemporary, original songs as a tribute to the local legends of the Buchan-Gelantipy area
Solstice Night Bike Bruthen
Experience the trails of Bruthen by night, with lights!
F/Lamp. Art Lamp Exhibition + Sale
F/LAMP. An exhibition of unique, sculpted, handmade lamps.
F/Lamp. Art Lamps + Fluoro Frocks
F/LAMP Exhibition opening.
Sarsfield Snaps Photography Exhibition
The Sarsfield Snaps photography program is all about helping to bring the junior Sarsfield community together after the horrific bushfires.
World Bathing Day Sunset SUP
Coinciding with World Bathing Day, join Venture Out for a Sunset SUP
Night Paddle Paynesville
Immerse yourself in the Paynesville Illuminations experience by SUP or Kayak
SUP the Night Tour
Take in the Lantern parade on a unique night time Stand Up Paddleboarding tour
ILOOMination
Make your own whimsical, illuminated woven tapestry to brighten up your winter walls.
Bathe Wine and Dine @ Metung Hot Springs
An incredible collaboration between Northern Ground, SARDINE eatery + bar, The Local, Lightfoot & Sons Wines at the Metung Hot Springs.
Night Sky Astro Photography Workshop
If you’ve ever thought about learning how to shoot amazing star trails and the Milky Way, you won’t want to miss this opportunity!
White Night Bairnsdale
A night of live music, cocktails & canapes... guests will be asked to dress in white.
Understanding Wine at Nicholson River Winery
Lift the mystery of enjoying wine and answer the questions that have bothered you for years!
Mallacoota Food Truck Festival
Food Van Feast at Mallacoota Lions Park including food vans, jumping castle, face painting, kids activities and MY Van followed by a lantern display
Metung Farmers Market
Stock up on glorious local produce to fill the larder during these chilly winter evenings.
Discover Metung
The optimal treasure trove of all-in engagement for families sure to keep the kids entertained with prizes and lunch provided.
Four Day East Gippsland Photography Tour
Take the opportunity to explore the hidden secrets of East Gippsland on this four day landscape photography tour
Life Drawing Workshop
Art Fridays are for all the local honeys in search of a Friday night alternative.
Candlelight Yoga and Sound Meditation
Candlelight Yoga and Sound Meditation at the Newlands Arm Community Hall
QuasiTrad Winter Tunes Music Camp
Join us for tunes and songs around the pub fire!
Historical Exhibition
Travelling exhibition from National Maritime Museum
Shadow Drawing Kids Workshop
Everyone loves art! Unlock your child's inner creative with our kids shadow art session at our studio space in Lakes Entrance
Winter Watercolour Master Class
Learn to draw with watercolour pencils with talented artist, Dawn Churchwood
Deep Winter Recovery Session
Recover from the fun of Deep Winter with some grooves at 'bottom pub'
The Slow Movement Community Dinner
A night of hearty winter foods, sourced locally and served with Gippsland Wines & Beers.
The Maes Performing At The Buchan Hotel
Multi-award-winning Melbourne contemporary folk outfit, The Maes will be performing at the Buchan Hotel.
Winter Fringe Cafe Night
Come and see the Bruthen Main Street gardens and hall surrounds lit up with lanterns
Deep Winter at Sailors Grave
Sailors Grave Brewing invites you back to the Deep Sou'East in the deepest, darkest depths of 2021
Mollimor Live in Swifts Creek
Mollimor is a high energy Celtic/Irish band, with a wide repertoire ranging through traditional songs & tunes from all parts of the Celtic world, to covers of more contemporary artists.
Mollimor Live in Orbost
Mollimor is a high energy Celtic/Irish band, with a wide repertoire ranging through traditional songs & tunes from all parts of the Celtic world, to covers of more contemporary artists.
White Night Metung
This Parisian Le Blance evening comes inspired by the streets of Paris direct to Aroma Cafe. The optimal photo moment opportunity that will be the envy of all your social media friends far and wide.
Resin Art Coffee Table Workshop
Delve into the incredible world of resin art, led by local experts
Birds of a Feather Exhibition Opening
Phoenix Art Studio and Gallery celebrates its arrival in town with a special exhibition opening.
Fire And Rain Exhibition Opening
An exhibition of work by local artists reflecting on cataclysm, regrowth, beauty and vulnerability with a lantern display at 6pm.
Lane Way Pop Up Event
See the Bairnsdale Laneway come alive with live music, roaming performers, art projection, lighting, food and wine for a family fun night
Paynesville Illuminations
Paynesville will be lighting up the iconic Raymond Island Ferry and areas around The Esplanade to celebrate its beautiful waterfront. Explore Paynesville at night. Be sure to dress warm!
Orbost Event
Businesses, shops and residents have combined to light up the main street of Orbost for a celebration of light and regeneration.
Masquerade Murder Mystery Night
We all love masquerade and when costumes, divine food and mystery games are concerned this selling-fast event will be one to remember.
Star Gazing by Telescope & Painting Session
Observe stars with our telescope, or bring your own. Share knowledge around a warm fire. Paint your version of Starry Starry Night over Lakes Entrance, under a tree of stars and lights.
Wild Bird Cage Lamp Class
Create a birdcage inspired lamp from a variety of recycled wires and hand cut tin flowers.
Arts of Many Parts
Over the winter, Wilderness Coast Artists’ members will participate in a mural style painting composed of 100+ small paintings.
Light Installation at Jetty Road Retreat
In a salute to winter's long nights, the company behind the iconic Flinders Street Station lighting is bringing some magic to Nungurner Jetty Road!
Foundry
Come along to the Foundry for the launch of an exhibition in our tiny gallery space from 5.30pm, with wine & nibbles.
Paper Chase Soup Kitchen
Listen to the live music and soak up the ambience with a warm take away bowl of soup and crusty bread rolls.
Sundays Night Time Viewings
Lemon Hill Gallery, 158 Lemon Hill Rd, Wairewa, grew out of a container, donated as part of bushfire recovery.
Live Ice Carving
Glen Smith from ‘Ice Designs Australia’ will be performing several Live Ice Carvings on the Village Green from 4pm in the afternoon.
Lighting Up Swifts Creek
Swifts Creek local artists display their star lanterns specially created for the East Gippsland Winter Festival along the Great Alpine Road going through town.
Bonfire, Burgers, Beer and Banter
Grab some beer and burgers from 6.30pm from the on-site Red Caravan, and then settle in for a toasty evening round the bonfire.
Fluid Acrylic Pouring
Kids school holiday art with Saltwater Creative - fluid acrylic pouring.
Outdoor Kiln Fire-ing
Come for a night under the stars at Malcolm Boyd's Pottery Studio where he will light up his wood fired kiln.
Star Lantern Making Workshop
Take part in a Lantern Making Workshop at the Great Alpine Gallery and create a beautiful star lantern to hang in the street and help light up the charming High Country village along the iconic Great Alpine Road. Embrace the best of winter in East Gippsland.
School Holidays Kids Art Class
Are your kids looking at getting creative over the school holidays? We have the perfect space for your kids to channel their creative side and mingle with other kids!
Paper Mache Bowls
Unlock your child's inner creative with our paper mache session at our studio space in Lakes Entrance
Paint & Sip Winter Festival Snowman
A professional artist will guide you step-by-step and help you to create your masterpiece on canvas.
Lakes Lights Festival
Be spellbound by the Lakes Light Festival with a parade of lanterns, weaving around lit-up sculptures that pay homage to the region’s flora and fauna. Bask in the glow of the laneway light projections and a jetty-side virtual reality installation.
Winter Floral Arrangement Course
SOLD OUT A floral arrangement course with Wren Botanical
Winter Seafood Feast @Sodafish
Featuring an indulgence of the finest local seafood with locally matched wines.
Resin Art Workshop
Spend a quality morning or afternoon unwinding and enjoying creating your very own masterpiece.
The Phoenix Trail
A trail of artists' open studios and galleries running throughout East Gippsland.
Nicholson River Winery Cellar Door
Visit our Cellar Door for a tasting and a chat. Local cheese and antipasto platters are available at Cellar Door.
Ensay Winery Cellar Door
Call into the rammed earth Cellar Door and Winery at Ensay on the Great Alpine Road.
World Bathing Day Celebrations
What a treat - sunrise and sunset pop-up bathing, feel-good tree planting and a special preview of the Metung Hot Springs. Get in first for this sneak peek and glorious hot spring experience.
Pinot Picnic and Master Class
SOLD OUT Come and enjoy a Pinot Picnic on the deck and lawn with Lightfoot Wines & Sardine Eatery + Bar in celebration of all things Pinot Noir.
The Long Paddock Fire and Brick Degustation
SOLD OUT Enjoy a 6 course degustation dinner centred around the venue's historic Scotch oven
Winter Solstice Fire and Light
A celebration of Winter Solstice with fire and light as the theme.
Lighting Up Omeo
Omeo is lighting up its streets with a theme of the gold rush to celebrate the rich history of this beautiful alpine village.
Winter Festival and Laneway 3875 Launch
Join in the fun as Laneway3875 launches to the public for the very first time. There will be incredible street food served from the back courtyards of cafes, a pop up soup kitchen, roving entertainment, fire breathing, live music and a light / art show.