There are plenty of things to get excited about this week across the Riverina. Photo: Carnival of Cups, Harness Racing NSW.
There’s a whole lot going on across the Riverina this week, with plenty of races, live music, stage performances, markets and more.
Bell Shakespeare will visit the Griffith Regional Theatre with a special performance of Romeo and Juliet – the classic story of forbidden love ending in tragedy.
Musician Matthew Garvie will put on a special concert of classical music made to evoke the sounds of a storm. Using the guiding themes of thunder, rain and wind, Garvie will create a special atmosphere using nothing but his skill as a musician.
The students of Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School will tell the story of Roald Dahl’s Matilda in a special musical rendition of the much-loved children’s story.
There’s all this and so much more in our weekly guide to all the best to see and do in the Riverina.
Friday
The races are on this week. Image: eventbrite.
Wagga Carnival of Cups
When: 14 November, 4:30 pm
Where: Riverina Paceway, 92 Cooramin Street, Cartwrights Hill
Cost: Free for general admission | VIP tickets $160 | Book online.
The Carnival of Cups is a night of racing, entertainment, great food and plenty of fun.
Cheer on your lucky pick as they race towards the finish line, all while listening to the music of Ian Moss – co-founder of Cold Chisel – as well as The Superjesus, 1927 and local performers.
And of course, there will be plenty of food and drink. It’s free to enter – don’t miss out this week.
A staple in the Aussie rock/country scene performs one night only at the Tumut Brewing Co. Photo: Tumut River Brewing Company.
KINGSWOOD live at Tumut River Brewing Co
When: 14 November, 7:30 to 11 pm
Where: Tumut River Brewing Company, 1/5 Capper St, Tumut
Cost: Tickets $35 | Book online.
This alt-rock/country music powerhouse is coming to the Tumut River Brewing Company for a night of great tunes and cold beers.
Kingswood have been widely recognised across Australia for their musical talent, with ARIA-topping albums, platinum records, positions on the Hottest 100 and main stage appearances at Splendour in the Grass.
This is a great opportunity to see one of the biggest bands in the Aussie music scene up close and personal in the familiar setting of Tumut Brewing Co.
Saturday
The talented students of the Zana Aerial Dance Academy take to the air this week. Photo: Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre.
Circus! Zana Children’s Showcase
When: 15 November, 2 pm
Where: Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre, Burns Way, off Tarcutta St, Wagga
Cost: Tickets from $18.50 to $33.50 | Book online.
Friends and family of Zana Aerial Dance Academy are invited to join this showcase of gymnastic and acrobatic talent as students perform a unique combination of dance and gymnastics.
This showcase will have younger kids showing off spins and balance tricks, and more seasoned teenagers who have previously competed in aerial dance competitions. Students have been building their skills and style over months, if not years, and this showcase is an opportunity for them to practise their routines with an audience before they compete. Don’t miss out on this amazing display of athletic and dance talent at the Wagga Civic Theatre.
Open-air markets, food, drink and handmade goods at the Whitton Malt House. Photo: Whitton Malt House.
Twilight Markets at Whitton Malt House
When: 15 November, 3 to 8 pm
Where: Whitton Malt House, 783A Whitton Darlington Point Road, Whitton
Cost: Free.
Whitton Malt House hosts Twilight Markets this week.
Enjoy open-air markets by Lake Hulong, where there will be live music, regional flavours, artisanal stalls, handmade gifts, local produce, homewares, fashion and boutique goods.
Have a taste of delicious street food, get a drink from the bar and see what you can find as a gift for a loved one or even yourself this Saturday.
Shakespeare’s enduring tale of love and loss comes to the Griffith Theatre. Photo: Arts and Culture Griffith.
Romeo & Juliet – Bell Shakespeare at the Griffith Theatre
When: 15 November, 7:30 pm
Where: Griffith Regional Theatre, 1 Neville Place, Griffith
Cost: Tickets from $30 to $55 | Book online.
After a chance meeting, an intense but forbidden love is ignited between two young lovers, Romeo and Juliet. And despite the unending, violent feud between their families, they will risk everything to be together.
This raw portrayal of Romeo & Juliet will envelop you in the passion, the intensity and the heartbreak of Shakespeare’s most evocative tragedy.
Peter Evans’ critically acclaimed production of the greatest love story ever told returns to stages in 2025. Introducing the magnetic Madeleine Li as Juliet, this production is not to be missed.
Sunday
Jazz, classical and pop from emerging Riverina artists. Photo: The Cube Wodonga.
Symphonic Connections – Murray Conservatorium Concert at the Cube
When: 16 November, 2 pm
Where: The Cube Wodonga, 118 Hovell Street, Wodonga
Cost: Tickets from $22 to $27 | Book online.
This concert showcases the artistic talent of the Riverina, with a collection of artists performing a broad variety of genres such as classical, jazz and pop.
This special performance is about forging community through the shared experiences inherent to music, with a particular focus on the bond between the audience and the artist. There will be newer artists, flexing their musical muscles as well as more seasoned performers with years of practice under their belt.
The Murray Conservatorium is vital in preparing the next generation of Riverina musicians. Come see how the bonds of mentorship create amazing performances.
Wednesday
A classic Roald Dahl tale comes to the stage. Image: Visit Wagga.
Matilda Jr – Musical
When: 19 November, noon
Where: Kildare Catholic College Hall, Coleman Street, Wagga
Cost: Tickets from $5 to $12 | Book online.
The talented students at Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School are putting on a show this week with Matilda the Musical Jr. This production tells the beloved story with a full cast of students performing the singing, acting and dancing.
About a young girl who dares to dream of a better life, Matilda is, at its heart, about determination and standing up for what’s right in a world that may not reward that at all times.
Get ready for heartfelt performances, energetic dancing and great music.
Thursday
One of the most anticipated films of the year premieres this week. Image: Humanitix.
Premiere Screening – Wicked: For Good
When: 20 November, 7 to 11 pm
Where: Forum 6 Cinemas, 77 Trail St, Wagga
Cost: Tickets $20 | Book online.
Head to Forum 6 Cinemas for one of the most anticipated family-friendly films of the year – Wicked: For Good. In this sequel to the recent musical hit, the Wicked Witch of the West continues her life as a fugitive, straining her relationship with Glinda the Good. Can their friendship survive the tumultuous world of Oz?
All ages are welcome to this premiere screening, which will help to raise funds for the Friends of the Library Wagga Wagga. Costumes are encouraged at this showing as well, so feel free to get dressed up.
A unique musical performance showcasing the ability of composition to replicate the sounds of nature. Photo: Humanitix.
Matthew Garvie Piano Recital
When: 20 November, 7:30 to 8:30 pm
Where: Riverina Conservatorium of Music, 1 Simmons St, Wagga
Cost: General admission tickets $25 | Children under 12 enter for free | Book online.
This unique piano program explores the sounds of storms, using them as a guiding theme to create the atmosphere of rain and thunder through music.
Pieces to be played include Chopin’s Raindrop Prelude, evoking the subtle sound of rain, while Ballade No. 2 and Schumann’s Symphonic Etudes hint at growing energy in the air, followed by Debussy’s Pagodas, representing the feeling of calm before the terrific winds of Justin Williams’ A Storm. This is a unique concert seeking to replicate the energy and drama of the natural world through composition.
Don’t miss out on this concert featuring old and new compositions, masterfully blended.
