The Easter weekend is stacked with exciting events for the whole family. Photo: Narrandera Shire Council.
No matter what you’re in the mood for, there’s something going on in the Riverina to suit your mood, with family-friendly performances about recycling, art exhibitions, youth events, dachshund races and more.
Head to the Hyphen Wodonga Library for Enjoy this Trip, an exploration of the music posters and counter-cultural moment of the 1960s. Relive the era of protest and subversive music at the Wodonga Library.
Narrandera’s Rod Run Show ‘N’ Shine brings more than 400 classic and vintage cars to town, inviting car enthusiasts and laymen alike to ogle at some beautifully restored hot rods and mid-century cars.
And there are plenty of events for kids and young people, with Wagga’s Youth Week bringing heaps of events to enjoy, as well as kids’ performances and workshops.
All this and a whole lot more in this week’s guide to the best events across the Riverina.
Multiple Days
Take a trip back to the countercultural movement, told through music posters. Image: Hyphen Wodonga.
Enjoy this trip: The art of music posters
When: 3 to 9 April, during normal gallery hours
Where: 126 Hovell St, Wodonga
Cost: Free.
Transport yourself to the 60s, 70s and 80s. Sampling the huge collection of the gallery’s collection of musical artwork, you’ll get a nostalgic look into the groovy design that so easily transports you to the era of Nixon, The Rolling Stones and the ‘free love’ movement. If you’re an authentic veteran of the Summer of Love or just an old soul, this exploration of graphic design, typography, music and eye-popping colour is worth it.
More than 400 beautiful vehicles will be coming to Narrandera. Photo: Visit NSW.
Narrandera Rod Run Show ‘N’ Shine
When: From 2 to 5 April
Where: Narrandera Sportsground, Victoria Avenue, Narrandera
Cost: Free to spectate.
Each Easter weekend, Narrandera comes alive with plenty of family-friendly fun and excitement.
Car enthusiasts and laymen alike will enjoy a fascinating array of beautifully restored vintage and classic cars as they drive down the street and create a festive atmosphere. There will also be plenty of live music, kids activities, market stalls and a whole lot in between.
There will be more than 400 vehicles in attendance, so there’s sure to be a hot rod for everyone.
Young people will find a lot to do at the Wagga Youth Week. Image: Wagga Wagga City Council.
Wagga Wagga Youth Week
When: From 7 to 15 April
Where: Various locations around Wagga
Cost: Event price may vary, see website for more detail.
Youth Week is a celebration of the Riverina’s young people, with plenty of events for 12- to 25-year-olds, getting them involved in upskilling classes, art, competition, workshops and more.
Young people across the Riverina are welcome to attempt chalk art events, skate competitions, mental health first aid certification courses, artistic workshops at the Wagga Art Gallery, first aid certifications, white card certifications and more.
This is a great opportunity for the young people of the region to get together and improve themselves as well as have a good time with their peers.
Pilots and aviators get together for the Holbrook Easter Fly-in. Photo: Holbrook Ultralight Club, Facebook.
Holbrook Easter Fly-in
When: 4 and 5 April, 9 am to 7 pm
Where: Holbrook AirField, Holbrook Wagga Road, Holbrook
Cost: More information on website.
Celebrate regional aviation at the Holbrook AirField, with plenty of aviation events across two days.
There will be forums, licensed bars, a fly-in gala dinner, special guest speakers, museum displays of ultralight aircraft and more. If you’ve been looking to get into the hobby of ultralight flight, this is a great chance to meet with some pros and get the information you need and it’s a must-visit event for aviators who want to meet up with like-minded pilots.
Saturday
Head to the Riverina Raceway for an annual tradition. Photo: Visit NSW.
Dachshund Dash at the Riverina Raceway
When: 4 April, 4:30 pm
Where: 92 Cooramin Street, Cartwrights Hill
Cost: Registration to enter the race is $30 | Book online.
The Annual Dachshund Dash at the Riverina Raceway is back, bringing a lot of excitement across the afternoon with eight horse races, including the Riverina Championship. For the novelty attraction, there will be four dachshund race heats and then a final, pitting the quickest canines against each other.
Forty spaces are available for the dog races and there are trophies and prizes available for the winners, with a $500 prize for 1st place.
There will also be a bar, bistro, TAB, and for the kids, a visit from the Easter Bunny and face painting.
Sunday
A full race day awaits at the Gundagai Racecourse. Photo: Visit NSW.
Gundagai Cup Race Day
When: 5 April, 11 am
Where: Gundagai Racecourse, Oibell Drive, Gundagai
Cost: Free.
A great country race day awaits at Gundagai Racecourse, with plenty of exciting races to enjoy as well as TAB, bookmaker facilities, a bar, dining room options and of course, all the atmosphere that comes with a day at the races in Gundagai.
Whether you’re a regular racegoer who loves the thrill of the track or you just want an excuse to get dressed up and spend a day out with mates, this is the day for you.
Wednesday
A unique blending of music, recycling and dance. Image: Visit NSW.
Junklandia at the Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre
When: 8 April, 10 am and 1 pm
Where: Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre, Burns Way (off Tarcutta Street), Wagga
Cost: Tickets from $35 | Book online.
Junklandia is an interactive kids show combining dance, drumming, circus and comedy, absolutely guaranteed to keep young ones entertained.
In this unique stage performance, siblings from the faraway planet of Junklandia embark on a mission to Earth to teach the Junklandian way, an entertaining combination of music making and creative recycling.
At the end of the show, kids and their guardians become part of the action with the Junk Orchestra, being given their own instrument made from recycled goods. This junkyard band perfectly intersects audience involvement, recycling and musical creativity.
Don’t miss out on this great live show teaching kids the value of recycling and changing their perspective on how their garbage can be repurposed.
Thursday
Dino-obsessed kids will love this workshop. Image: Visit NSW.
Prehistoric Impressions: Draw from the past!
When: 9 April, 11 am to 1 pm
Where: Unique State Artist Studio, 8 Little Best St, Wagga
Cost: Tickets $55 | Book online.
Ideal for kids from 6 to 13 years old, this fun art workshop invites dino-obsessed soon-to-be paleontologists a chance to indulge their passion, with clay impression prints of fossils and drawings of their favourite extinct creature with provided pencils, pastels and watercolour paints.
This class includes materials, tuition and a light snack. Kids are encouraged to wear old clothes and closed shoes that they don’t mind getting scuffed.
