Hits of the 60s and 70s by The 60 Four Horsham
2026-09-20 00:00 (Australia/Melbourne)
Back to Horsham by popular demand: The 60 Four are turning back the clock with a brand new show that feels straight out of Las Vegas.
Australia’s best tribute act brings the biggest hits of the 60s and 70s to life in a spectacular production packed with soaring harmonies, slick choreography, and unstoppable energy. From the rock ‘n’ roll swagger of Elvis Presley to the silky harmonies of The Beach Boys and the anthems of The Beatles, The 60 Four capture the magic of the era with style.
Add in the soaring falsetto of Frankie Valli, the disco fever of The Bee Gees, the energy of Johnny O’Keefe, and the timeless pop of ABBA – and you’ve got a two-hour hit parade that will have every generation on their feet.
This is more than a tribute show – it’s a full-scale celebration of the soundtrack of a generation. For those who lived it, it’s a chance to relive the magic. For those discovering it for the first time, it’s proof that great music never goes out of style. Don’t miss the show audiences young and old are raving about. Book now before it sells out.

Organised by Horsham Rural City Council

2026 Horsham Agricultural Show
2026-09-26 00:00 - 2026-09-27 00:00
The Horsham Agricultural Society proudly presents the 148th Grand Annual Horsham Show, western Victoria’s largest agricultural show and one of the Wimmera’s most loved community events. Held onsite at the picturesque Maydale Reserve beside the Wimmera River and the Horsham Showgrounds, the Horsham Show blends traditional country show experiences with exciting modern entertainment for all ages.
From competitions to fireworks, carnival rides and showbags, food and family entertainment, the Horsham Show celebrates the region’s strong agricultural heritage while creating a vibrant festival atmosphere for the whole community.
It is a celebration of regional life, creativity, agriculture and connection, proudly bringing together generations of families from across the Wimmera and beyond.
The show is run across two days with Carnival Night on Saturday including fireworks and the Family Show Day on Sunday.

Organised by Horsham Agricultural Soc

Nutbush for Hope at Horsham Agricultural Show
2026-09-27 00:00
Get ready to dance for a great cause when Nutbush for Hope comes to the Horsham Agricultural Show.
The event will bring people of all ages together to perform the iconic Nutbush and celebrate 10 years since Horsham’s original Nutbush world record.
The event will celebrate community, hope and regional spirit, raising vital funds for the Fiona Elsey Cancer Research Institute, Australia’s only regionally based, independent and community-funded cancer research institute.
Everyone is welcome to take part, whether you remember dancing in Horsham’s original event or will be learning the steps for the first time.
To register, visit the Horsham Show website, select ‘Sunday’ when purchasing your ticket.
Can’t make it? You can still support the campaign by making a $10 Donation of Hope through the Fiona Elsey Cancer Research Institute website (select Events). Donations of more than $10 are also warmly welcomed.
Gather your family, friends, school, sporting club, workplace or community group and be part of the movement. Every step helps fund vital cancer research.

Organised by Horsham Rural City Council

Murtoa's Big Weekend
2026-10-02 00:00 - 2026-10-04 00:00
During the first weekend of October, the annual three-day event of Murtoa’s Big Weekend invites you to explore the many amazing features on offer.
The event program includes tours of the National Heritage-listed Stick Shed, the Annual A and P Agricultural Show, Saturday morning’s MBW Lake Market, Murtoa Cup Race Day, Wimmera Inland Freezing Works Historic Engines two-day Rally and the Murtoa Museum Precinct.
Each year special events are designed that are too good to miss. Please visit the Murtoa Big Weekend website for more information.

Organised by MURTOA & DISTRICT NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE

Horsham Spring Garden Festival
2026-10-10 00:00 - 2026-10-11 00:00
Located in the picturesque Horsham Botanical Gardens, the Horsham Spring Garden Festival hosts all things garden.
A wide range of garden and related exhibitors will provide advice and have a variety of garden and home life-style products for sale. There will be a food court and musical entertainment throughout the weekend. An excellent community outing for residents of Horsham and visitors, from a very wide area, with a healthy mix of gardening, entertainment which showcases the historical elements of Horsham Botanic Gardens.

Organised by Horsham Rural City Council

Kaniva Show
2026-10-10 00:00
The Kaniva Show is your traditional country show, there’s something for everyone to see and do. It is Kaniva’s premiere event.
Last year’s show included children’s entertainment such as Dinkum Dinosaurs, Kaniva Lions Club Car and Bike Show, Young Farmers Challenge, Dog High Jump, market stalls, thrill seeker ride, plus amusements and rides for all the family.
There will be a great variety of food vans along with licensed facilities. People are encouraged to stay for tea, and enjoy live music by The Austins and the bar, concluding with fireworks. So make a weekend of it, book accommodation early and be part of an authentic Australian experience.

Organised by Kaniva & District Progress Association

National Photographic Portrait Prize 2025: A National Portrait Gallery Exhibition
2026-10-16 00:00 - 2027-01-31 00:00
Now in its 18th year, the National Photographic Portrait Prize supports and celebrates photographic portraiture in Australia. Each year the prize attracts thousands of entrants from emerging and established artistic talent across the country. In 2025, the judges – writer and broadcaster Benjamin Law, Senior Curator at the National Portrait Gallery Serena Bentley, and Leigh Robb, Curator of Contemporary Art at the Art Gallery of South Australia selected 48 finalists from a field of more than 1400 entries.
Featuring famous faces and everyday Australians, the prize celebrates the vitality and diversity of photographic portraiture in Australia and invites you into the intimate world of a subject/artist relationship and provides a powerful visual record of the year, reflecting a particular time in Australian culture, both socially and artistically.
Join the exhibition opening on Friday 16 October featuring a special address by Rebecca Blake, Curator at the National Portrait Gallery, offering insights into the exhibition and this year’s prize. Entry is free but bookings are essential. Visit the website to book.
This exhibition is supported by the National Collecting Institutions Touring and Outreach Program, an Australian Government program aiming to improve access to the national collections for all Australians.

Organised by Horsham Rural City Council

Celebrating 150 years of Spirituality, Community and Song - St John the Divine Horsham
2026-10-17 00:00
Join renowned Australian tenor David Hobson for a special anniversary concert celebrating 150 years of St John the Divine Anglican Church, Horsham.
David Hobson’s family has a longstanding connection with Horsham dating back to the early 1900s. His family’s connection with St John the Divine is particularly significant. His grandmother, Lilian Graham, was honoured with a stained-glass window at the church in recognition of her many years of service and his parents were also married there.
To mark this special milestone, David will perform an evening of music at Horsham Town Hall celebrating the Church’s 150 years of spirituality, community and song.
The evening will also feature a performance by the Silver Strings ukulele group to conclude the concert.

Organised by Horsham Rural City Council

Santana and the Doobie Brothers Tribute - Horsham
2026-10-23 00:00
Fans of Santana and The Doobie Brothers are in for a treat with this world-class tribute, presented as part of the Listen To The Music – Australia 2026 Tour.
This high-energy concert experience brings together Australia’s finest musicians, led by internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter Dino Jag, for an unforgettable celebration packed with timeless hits, soulful grooves, and sing-along favourites.
Audiences will relive chart-topping anthems including Black Magic Woman, Listen To The Music, Smooth, What A Fool Believes, and many more.
Praised for their incredible energy and musicianship, this tribute has been hailed as a must-see live concert that captures the spirit, rhythm and magic of two legendary rock supergroups.

Organised by House of Wow!

Regfest Horsham
2026-10-24 00:00
Get ready for a huge day of country music, entertainment and good times at Horsham Regfest 2026.
Gather your friends and enjoy a full day of live music featuring some of Australia’s biggest country music stars alongside exciting rising talent. With a powerhouse lineup and unforgettable entertainment, Horsham Regfest is the perfect day out for country music fans and anyone looking to soak up a fantastic festival atmosphere. Whether you’re a die-hard country fan or simply looking for a great day out with friends, Horsham Regfest promises to hit all the right notes. Come along and experience where country music comes to life.

Organised by Horsham Rural City Council

Queen Rocks: Royal Rhapsody Tour - Horsham
2026-11-07 00:00
An electrifying tribute to musical majesty and timeless hits.
The best Queen tribute show in Australia is bringing its Royal Rhapsody Tour to Horsham.
Queen Rocks is the definitive tribute to Queen, the greatest rock band of all time. They’ve been amazing audiences for over twenty years with the Australia’s most entertaining Queen tribute show.
Authentically capturing Queen’s unique sound and theatrical stage performances, Queen Rocks bring to life the showmanship, musicianship and majestic power that saw Queen rock stadiums all over the world.
Don’t miss this unique celebration of the most incredible songs in rock history.
Queen Rocks – They will rock you.

Organised by Horsham Rural City Council

Summer Exhibitions Opening Event at Horsham Regional Art Gallery
2026-11-13 00:00
Join in for the opening of two new exhibitions at Horsham Regional Art Gallery.
Curated by Belinda Eckermann, Material Origins brings together artists whose practices are shaped by the materials of the Wimmera. Using locally sourced, reclaimed and everyday materials, the exhibition explores connections between landscape, labour, history and creative making, revealing how the region’s material culture continues to inform contemporary art.
The difference between here and there presents new work by local artist, Paul Blackman. Inspired by the forms of rural industry across the Wimmera and Mallee, Blackman uses virtual reality to construct expansive digital environments that are later transformed into photographic works. The exhibition invites audiences to consider the relationship between virtual and physical space, and how perception, memory and imagination shape your experience of the world.
Join in for light refreshments as you celebrate the opening of these two compelling exhibitions. Entry is free. Bookings are essential.

Organised by Horsham Rural City Council

Music of the Night: A tribute to Andrew Lloyd Webber and the West End musicals
2026-11-14 00:00
Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of music, magic,and pure theatrical brilliance with Joey Fimmano’s smash-hit show Music of the Night – this electrifying production is selling out across the country.
Be swept away by the timeless genius of Andrew Lloyd Webber with iconic hits from The Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat. Plus, enjoy a spectacular tribute to the best of the West End with classics from Les Misérables, Carousel, the Sound of Music, Mary Poppins, Fiddler on the Roof, Miss Saigon, Chess, Jersey Boys and many more.
Starring Australia’s own award-winning maestro Joey Fimmano, alongside the powerhouse Dexter Villahermosa (Miss Saigon) and Opera Australia’s Michaela Hodgson (The Phantom of the Opera on Sydney Harbour 2026).
With a world-class cast, you won’t want to miss this.

Organised by Horsham Rural City Council

Material Origins: When place becomes practice
2026-11-14 00:00 - 2027-02-21 00:00
In the Wimmera, materials are more than resources — they are part of the landscape, the history, and the everyday experiences that shape creative practice. From earth, grain, and timber to found objects and industrial remnants, the region offers a vast source of materiality that artists continually respond to and reinterpret. Through texture, form, and process, these materials become embedded within each work, carrying traces of place, labour, and environment.
This exhibition explores how artists engage with the materials that surround them, transforming the familiar into works that reflect both personal and regional narratives. By utilising locally sourced, reclaimed, and everyday materials, the artists reveal the enduring relationship between maker, material, and the Wimmera landscape itself.

Organised by Horsham Rural City Council

Paul Blackman: The difference between here and there
2026-11-14 00:00 - 2027-02-21 00:00
Inspired by the shapes and forms found in the rural industries of the Wimmera and Mallee, The difference between here and there explores the possibilities that exist between virtual realities and the physical world.
Using virtual reality as a studio space, Paul Blackman constructs vast architectural worlds that range from the industrial to the theatrical. Working within these limitless digital landscapes, he creates sculptures and structures that exist only in virtual reality before documenting them through photography.
Presented as arrangements of photographic images and text, the resulting works trace a journey from the virtual to the physical. What began as an immersive digital experience is now transformed within the gallery setting into a series of patterns and correlations, inviting the viewer to consider both the images themselves and the spaces that separate and connect them.
At once expansive and intimate, Blackman’s work reflects on perception, memory and imagination, suggesting that multiple realities can coexist within the same space and time. From immense virtual environments to the smallest intervals between images, the exhibition reveals a world shaped by relationships, detail and continual transformation, where the difference between here and there becomes increasingly difficult to define.

Organised by Horsham Rural City Council

Guy Sebastian: 100 X Around Australia Tour - Horsham
2026-11-17 00:00
Following his sold-out 2026 national arena Guy Sebastian announces he will hit the road once again with his band for the 100 X Around Australia Tour, a major regional run of 54 dates spanning across Australia.
See Guy perform some of the biggest songs from his career, including viral fan favourite Who’s That Girl, Like it Like That, Standing With You, and ARIA Song of the Year – 4x platinum smash Choir. Plus standout tracks from his latest album, 100 Times Around The Sun including APRA Award-winning track Maybe and powerhouse ballad The Keys.
Guy will donate $1 (plus GST) per ticket sold to The Sebastian Foundation, a charity set up by Guy and Jules Sebastian to promote adolescent mental health and wellbeing.

Organised by Horsham Rural City Council

In Conversation with Paul Blackman
2026-11-21 00:00
Join artist Paul Blackman in conversation with curator, Astrid Barry, as they explore the difference between here and there, an exhibition that moves between virtual and physical worlds.
Using virtual reality at his studio in Beulah, Blackman creates vast sculptural environments within limitless digital space. These immersive constructions exist only in virtual reality before being translated into photographs, videos and installation works that bring traces of these imagined worlds into the gallery.
Inspired by the shapes and structures of the Wimmera and Mallee’s rural industries, Blackman’s practice blends emerging technology, architecture, photography and sculpture to challenge how we experience space, memory and perception.
This conversation will provide insight into the artist’s unique creative process, from constructing complex forms in virtual reality using industrial design software to transforming them into compelling physical installations. Discover how digital tools are expanding the possibilities of contemporary art and reshaping the relationship between what people see, remember and imagine.
Entry is free. Bookings are essential.

Organised by Horsham Rural City Council

Ross Wilson and The Peaceniks present Now Listen. We’re Steppin’ Out.
2026-11-27 00:00
Due to overwhelming popular demand, Ross Wilson’s 50 Years of Hits Tour extends into 2027 and to over 277 shows making it the biggest tour of his incredible multi-decade career.
With a performing career spanning a mind-boggling seven decades since his first local Melbourne hit single Louie Louie by his first band The Pink Finks in 1965, Wilson and his all-star band The Peaceniks continue touring relentlessly to celebrate over 50 years of hits including all the Daddy Cool and Mondo Rock favourites you’d expect along with his latest offerings.
From Daddy Cool to Mondo Rock and as a solo artist with no less than 26 ARIA Top 40 hits to his credit as a singer, songwriter and producer, Ross Wilson is one of Australia’s most awarded, respected and well-known artists! From the legendary band Daddy Cool whose number one anthem Eagle Rock and debut album Daddy Who? smashed all previous sales records in Australia in 1971, to the 1977 formation of Mondo Rock, delivering 80s hits Cool World, State of The Heart, Chemistry, No Time, and Come Said The Boy and into the 21st century as a solo performer, Wilson has never been out of the limelight.
Twice inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame and 2025 ACE Awards Original Music Performer of the Year Winner, Wilson’s live performances are legendary.

Organised by Horsham Rural City Council

Beatles Legacy with Special Guest Denis Walter
2026-11-28 00:00
Take a journey through the life of the Beatles and a tip-of-the-hat to the Fab Four’s solo careers.
Beatles Legacy is a remarkable tribute act dedicated to faithfully recreating the music, energy, and charisma of the iconic Beatles. Comprising of talented musicians who share an immense passion for the Fab Four’s music, the band meticulously recreates the sound and spirit of the Beatles’ legendary performances.
Performing masterpieces from Paul, John, George, Ringo, Wings, Traveling Wilburys and beyond, this two-hour musical journey will take you from the early Beatles days to their critically acclaimed solo careers.
The Beatles Legacy features some of Australia’s finest musicians including Jacob Butler, James Howlett, Paul Monger, Alby Stefani and Jason Resch. Also featuring a very special guest, Mr. Denis Walter, who will be joining the group on stage to sing some of his favourite Beatles songs.

Organised by Horsham Rural City Council

The Eagles Greatest Hits 2026
2026-12-04 00:00
Join in this year as they celebrate The Eagles Greatest Hits live in concert.
A two-hour performance of songs that defined an era, Take It to the Limit, Desperado, Lyin’ Eyes and the world-famous Hotel California.
A six-piece band lead by David Thompson and Jethro Andrews as Don Henley and Glenn Frey, arguably the best sounding anywhere in the world.
Secure your tickets now and be part of a night that pays homage to one of the greatest bands in history.

Organised by Horsham Rural City Council

OVATION - Horsham
2027-02-21 00:00
After 22 sold out shows across the country in the first half of 2026, OVATION have extended their tour dates. Come enjoy four of Australia’s best-loved artists in a performance of a lifetime.
This superb concert will blend their stunning voices and feature timeless classics from iconic shows such as The Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables, Cats, Mamma Mia! and Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, as well as operatic masterpieces including La bohème. From the Sydney Opera House, to the world’s most popular musicals, and Carols by Candlelight, Marina Prior, David Hobson, Silvie Paladino and Michael Cormick have captivated audiences around the world.
Experience an unforgettable night of music as these four stars come together in a showcase of their exceptional talent, accompanied by piano and string quartet.

Organised by Horsham Rural City Council

Minyip Show and Shine
2027-02-28 00:00
Rev your engines and shine up your pride and joy, the Minyip Show and Shine is back. Set in the heart of the Wimmera, this classic Aussie car and bike event brings together enthusiasts from near and far to celebrate motoring history, country hospitality, and community spirit.
From vintage Holdens and Fords to custom builds and modern classics, there’s something for everyone to admire. Enjoy a relaxed day among beautifully restored vehicles, local food stalls, family entertainment, and good old-fashioned country charm.
Whether you’re entering your ride or just coming along for a look, the Minyip Show and Shine is a great day out for all ages. Celebrate your love of cars, community, and the open road.

Organised by MINYIP PROGRESS ASSOCIATION INC

Wimmera Steampunk Festival
2027-04-17 00:00
The Wimmera Steampunk Festival blends Victoriana and Imagination. Set in the 19th-century railway town of Dimboola, the event celebrates the weird and wonderful. People of the Wimmera and beyond come together through creativity, festivities and an appreciation of 19th-century aesthetics.
Step into a reimagined Dimboola, a 19th-century Carnival of Peculiarities, where you are both a spectator and part of the spectacle. Diversity and inclusion are celebrated. Engage with street performers, marvel at stilt walkers, and be fascinated by fantastic mechanical contraptions. Get your fortune read, challenge yourself at Pinball Alley, or explore various entertainment options leisurely. It’s a night of pure escapism and imagination. The Carnival of Peculiarities is about celebrating your uniqueness and creativity.
There will be three stages: bands, performers and illusionists, food and drink vendors, exhibitions, and ribbon acrobatics. A children’s lantern procession will open the event.

Organised by Dimboola Imaginarium

Fleetwood Macs - Horsham
2027-06-25 00:00
Dreams really do come true, as the Fleetwood Macs celebrate the incredible discography of Fleetwood Mac in this tribute performance.
From their formation in 1967, constant lineup changes, crippling addictions, and tumultuous romances, Fleetwood Mac spun inner discord into gold, creating enduring music that would resonate with multiple generations of rock fans, continuing to capture the zeitgeist.
Fleetwood Macs bring all the hits – from their early British days to their US move, and various line-up changes – in this live two hour concert. They recreate the timeless music in one extravaganza you do not want to miss. You could Go Your Own Way, or you could join in for a night of Rumours and Dreams.

Organised by Horsham Rural City Council

The Traveling Wilburys Collection
2027-07-09 00:00
Harrison. Petty. Orbison. Dylan. Lynne. The Traveling Wilburys.
There’s never been a group, let alone a supergroup, in rock history quite like it. Four years, two mega albums, a slew of hits, and a Grammy. But the one thing they never did was tour. That is, until now.
The Traveling Wilburys Collection brings together the collective talents, excitement, and magic that the original had to offer. Live. On stage. Like never before.
Featuring all the hits of the Traveling Wilburys plus the classics from each individual artist – Harrison, The Beatles, Petty, The Heartbreakers, Lynne, ELO, Orbison, and Dylan.
Join in for a night of fun, nostalgia, and unforgettable hits.

Organised by Horsham Rural City Council
