Mardi Gras is Wagga’s biggest party! Photo: Wagga Wagga Mardi Gras Festival.
The biggest event this week in the Riverina for all to enjoy is none other than the Mardi Gras.
The Downside Bush Dance returns for its monthly class run by the Tin Shed Rattlers.
Sunday promises more action as the Wagga Autism Support Group has its annual Superhero Walk around Lake Albert.
The Choirboys: Run To Paradise is in Griffith for one night only.
Market lovers can head to Riverina Producers Market to find their favourites.
Dungeons and Dragons fan? Head to Leeton Library and enjoy the best of fantasy, kings, queens, dragons, dwarves and swords with Dungeons and Dragons Club and meet like-minded people.
Head to Albury for a night of great music and dancing.
See what the Turvey Park Girl Guides have to offer at their open day.
Catch all the new films at Forum 6 Cinemas this week.
All Week
Catch a flick at Forum 6. Photo: MixMedia.
Forum 6 Cinemas
When: All week
Where: Forum 6, 77 Trail Street, Wagga Wagga
Cost: Various. Tickets can be purchased here.
The new films to check out this week include A Minecraft Movie, Dog Man, Novocaine No Pain, A Working Man and Oh, Canada.
The Choirboys are performing in Griffith. Photo: Choirboys.
Choirboys: Run To Paradise
When: Friday, 4 April, 8 pm
Where: Griffith Regional Theatre, Neville Place, Griffith
Cost: VIP (includes meet and greet): $120 | Adult $69 | Concession $65 | Members $65 | Groups 6+ $65
Check out the Choirboys: Run To Paradise, a rock ‘n’ roll journey through wild stories and iconic hits. Featuring classics from AC/DC, Dragon, and more, this electrifying show blends storytelling with legendary Aussie pub rock.
Saturday
Mardi Gras is an annual event in Wagga. Photo: Wagga Wagga Mardi Gras Festival.
Wagga Mardi Gras Festival
When: Saturday 5 April, 5 to 10 pm
Where: Baylis Street, Wagga
Cost: Free.
This annual event aims to raise the visibility of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex communities in the Riverina, providing an opportunity to express their creativity and celebrate their identity.
They invite the whole community along for the ride, including an evening of amazing floats, laughs and fun. The parade takes place on Wagga’s main strip, Baylis Street, with a free after-party at Victory Memorial Gardens.
C’mon Wagga! Try on your tutu, sew on some sequins, apply liberal amounts of fake tan and glitter and get set for a parade and party like Wagga’s never seen before!
The Downside Bush Dance is just one of many fun events taking place across the Riverina this weekend. Photo: Tin Shed Rattlers.
Downside Bush Dance
When: Saturday 5 April, 7:30 pm
Where: Downside-Shepherds Siding Rd
Cost: Adults $5 | Kids $3 – cash only event.
Held monthly, the Downside Bush Dance has been running on the first Sunday of each month since 1971. Run by the Tin Shed Rattlers, the Downside Bush Dance is a fun evening for new and experienced dancers alike. New dances each month means every occasion feels fresh but with a 70s vibe and aesthetic.
The Dungeons and Dragons Club meets at the Leeton Library every Saturday morning. Photo: Riverina Regional Libraries.
Dungeons & Dragons
When: Every Saturday, 9 – 11:45 am
Where: Leeton Library
Cost: Free.
Head to the Leeton Library and enjoy the best of fantasy, kings, queens, dragons, dwarves and swords with Dungeons and Dragons Club. Dungeons and Dragons is a fantastic way to meet new friends while letting your imagination run wild. So make your best ‘saving throw’, pray for a ‘nat 20’ and enjoy some fun with the guys from Dungeons and Dragons Club.
Turvey Park Girl Guides Open Day is on Saturday. Photo: Turvey Park Girl Guides.
Turvey Park Girl Guides Open Day
When: Saturday 5 April, noon to 2 pm
Where: Turvey Park Girl Guides, 32 Sunshine Ave, Turvey Park, Wagga Wagga
Cost: Free.
Turvey Park Girl Guides is inviting everyone to its open day. Come learn why Girl Guides exist and what it means to be part of the group for young girls.
Sunday
The annual Autism Superhero Walk is on again for 2025. Photo: Wagga Autism Support Group
Autism Superhero Walk
When: Sunday 6 April, 11 am – 2 pm
Where: Apex Park, Lake Albert
Cost: Free.
This year the Superhero Walk will be bigger and better to help families and show support. Join the Wagga Autism Support Group for a walk, barbecue, games, raffle, balloons and superhero costumes down at the scenic Apex Park in Lake Albert.
The Terrys Too Terped Up Weekender. Photo: Beer Deluxe Albury.
The Terrys Too Terped Up Weekender
When: Sunday 6 April, 7 pm
Where: Beer DeLuxe Albury
Cost: $39 and can be purchased via Oztix.
The Terrys will be at Beer Deluxe Albury over the weekend for a night of high energy, old favourites and some spicy new unreleased rippers.
Thursday
The Riverina Producers’ Market runs every Thursday afternoon at the Wagga Wagga Showgrounds. Photo: Riverina Producers’ Market.
Riverina Producers’ Market
When: Thursday 10 April, 1 to 6:30 pm
Where: Wagga Wagga Showground, Bourke Street, Wagga
Cost: Various.
The Riverina Producers’ Market is bustling every Thursday at the Wagga Showground, featuring the Riverina’s local producers and the best of what they have to offer – eggs, chocolates, fruits, veggies and more.
