There are laughs to be had as the Comedy Festival enters its second week. Photo: Visit NSW.
It’s a busy time for the Riverina this week and even though the weather is getting colder, things are warming up across the region, with exhibitions, comedy festivals, day-long celebrations of sport and culture, live music, markets and more.
Wagga’s Comedy Festival is still going strong, with many great comics from around the nation coming to town to lighten up your week – check the program and find the show for you.
The Griffith Shaheedi Tournament brings together the region’s Sikh community for a day of cultural celebration including plenty of exciting events, such as soccer, tug-of-war, an Indian style of wrestling called kabbadi, kids’ events, quizzes and of course plenty of Indian cuisine.
All this and more in our weekly guide to the best to see and do across the Riverina in the days to come.
Multiple Days
An exploration of the region’s physical charms at the Wodonga Library Gallery. Image: Hyphen Wodonga Library Gallery.
Living – Exhibition of Art by Mary-Rose Riley
When: 5 to 11 June, during normal gallery hours
Where: Hyphen Wodonga Library Gallery, 126 Hovell St, Wodonga
Cost: Free.
Mary-Rose Riley’s exhibition Living, is an exploration of the beauty and uncertainty about moving to a new place and getting accustomed to a fresh environment. A great artistic introduction to the colder months, this exhibition captures the natural beauty and seasonal drama of the town of Stanley, known for tall trees and autumnal colours, eventually shifting into a quiet dormancy as winter truly takes hold.
Riley’s works are quiet, contemplative and are informed by her four decades of capturing landscapes.
Get your laughs in at the Wagga Comedy Festival. Photo: Visit NSW.
Wagga Comedy Fest
When: 5 to 7 June
Where: Various venues
Cost: Ticket prices vary | Book online.
The Wagga Comedy Festival is bringing plenty of laughs and joy to town for the June long weekend. Across four venues, there will be a little something for everyone, with international comedians as well as Australian talents sure to entertain.
There will also be delicious treats and great food, so get your mates together for good fun and plenty of laughs.
Celebrate Sikh culture in Griffith this week. Photo: Visit Riverina.
Griffith Shaheedi Tournament
When: 6 and 7 June
Where: Ted Scobie Oval, Griffith
Cost: Free entry.
Each June long weekend the Griffith Sikh community holds a two-day cultural celebration at Ted Scobie Oval. There will be traditional Indian cuisine throughout the celebrations, as well as sports such soccer, tug-of-war, an Indian style of wrestling called kabbadi and kids’ athletic events.
There will also be a Gurmat quiz, Dastar competition and volleyball.
Renowned singer Dylan Wright comes to the Riverina across two shows. Image: Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre.
Dylan Wright in Lockhart and Uranquinty
When: 6 and 7 June, 6 pm
Where: Uranquinty Community Hall and Lockhart Recreation Centre
Cost: Tickets from $5 to $20 | Book online.
Singer-songwriter and guitarist Dylan Wright is known for winning the title on Australian Idol in 2024 by making an impression on audiences with soulful recreations of classic hits. That moment marked the true beginning of a musical career, where he has developed a unique style that he describes as soulful country soft pop.
He is bringing his signature style of raw lyrics and instrumental talent to Lockhart and Uranquinty, performing back-to-back concerts across two days.
Friday
Hone your skills at the Sketch Club. Photo: Visit Albury Wodonga.
Sketch Club at the Murray Art Museum Albury
When: 5 June, 11 am to noon
Where: Murray Art Museum Albury, 546 Dean Street, Albury
Cost: Free.
If you need that little push to start sketching or drawing, the sketch club at the MAMA is a great way to find the motivation to create.
By surrounding yourself with like-minded artists and the many beautiful works of the MAMA, you’ll be inspired to respond to works, dive deep into techniques, find details or just sharpen the skills you already have.
This monthly class begins with a brief introduction to a current exhibition from the gallery’s host, who goes on to share drawing techniques for context and consideration by you, the amateur artist.
Saturday
Test your skills or pick up the basics. Photo: Museum of the Riverina.
Wagga Community Chess Club
When: 6 June, 10:30 am
Where: Botanic Gardens Site, 127 Lord Baden Powell Drive, Wagga
Cost: Free.
Head to the Museum of the Riverina Gardens Site for the fortnightly meeting of the Wagga Community Chess Club. This laid-back club meet is open to seasoned players looking for some real competition as well as casual players who want to gain some experience in a centuries-old game.
Come test your talents, meet other like-minded players and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere of sportsmanship, competition and learning.
Sunday
Head to the border for a special community market. Photo: Visit Albury Wodonga.
On the Border Community Market
When: 7 June, 9 am to 1 pm
Where: Junction Square, Corner of Elgin Blvd and High Street, Church Street, Wodonga
Cost: Free.
Head to the border for the On the Border Community Market, showcasing more than 70 stallholders with handmade and homegrown goods.
Held in the centre of Wodonga, there will be food vans, coffee, entertainment, live music and plenty of unique and exciting opportunities to pick up presents for Christmas.
Monday
Check out historic vehicles at the Walla Walla Sportsground. Image: Walla Walla Show ‘N’ Shine, Facebook.
Walla Walla Show ‘n’ Shine
When: 8 June, 9 am to 1 pm
Where: Walla Walla Sportsground, William Street, Walla Walla
Cost: Entry $5 | Children under 16 free.
Head to the Walla Walla Sportsground for the Show ‘n’ Shine. Local engine heads and auto enthusiasts will be gathering to show off their historic vehicles, including cars, bikes, trucks and tractors.
Lovers of muscle cars, classic cars, historic vehicles, tuned cars, bikes, farm equipment and machinery of all types will find something to love here.
