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ARTS AND CULTURE... The 29th Shepparton Festival officially opens Friday, April 4, with a free Walking Art Tour exploring exhibitions, live music, spoken word and talks. During the festival, which closes April 13, you can explore many free and low-cost activities from burlesque to comedy, workshops to exhibitions. Photo: Cam Matheson

FROM laugh-out-loud comedy to thought-provoking exhibitions and creative workshops, the 2025 Shepparton Festival promises more than 40 unique experiences to delight locals and visitors alike.

The 29th Shepparton Festival officially opens Friday, April 4, with a free Walking Art Tour exploring exhibitions, live music, spoken word and talks beginning from the Shepparton Brewery at 5pm. It will close at the brewery on April 13, with an afternoon of music and storytelling with BRICKY B, following an Art Bus tour to Dookie departing from the Shepparton Library.

During the festival, there are 13 free activities and exhibitions, 15 events under $50, and four more exclusive experiences, ranging from $25 to $155. You can view the full program at sheppartonfestival.org.au/event/

ARTS AND CULTURE… The 29th Shepparton Festival officially opens Friday, April 4, with a free Walking Art Tour exploring exhibitions, live music, spoken word and talks. During the festival, which closes April 13, you can explore many free and low-cost activities from burlesque to comedy, workshops to exhibitions. Photo: Cam Matheson

Some highlights include a burlesque performance ‘The Exotic Lives of Lola Montez’, an underwater sonic artwork ‘Saturate’ reimagining Aquamoves, ‘Fashion in Shepparton: Sky Stories’ featuring a fashion parade of local designers and artists, ‘Opera in the Antique Shop’, and many more unique offerings.

Families will not be disappointed with a wide range of activities to entertain children through the school holidays including SAM Camp: On the Road, Converge on the Goulburn Festival, or the Holiday Dance Program with Transit Dance.

Explore the full program and book your tickets now to avoid missing out. Go to sheppartonfestival.org.au to find out more or follow Shepparton Festival on social media.