Events

Nocturne

40 works by 24 of Australia’s leading artists. Spanning all media, the exhibition explores multiple interpretations of the theme ‘nocturne’, specifically focusing on the scenes, sounds, and movements ‘of the night’

Allan Mitelman: The marks we make

Allan Mitelman was one of Australia’s foremost abstract artists and holds an important place in the history of abstraction in this country. Mitelman was equally accomplished as a painter, draughtsman and printmaker. He had an extraordinary repertoire of techniques and processes that he manipulated to create the subtle, beautifully inflected and resonant surfaces of his…

Jan Donaldson – Objects of Being

Dr. Jan Donaldson (PhD) presents an exhibition of brooches and jewellery in the Gallery Shop throughout September, exploring identity through artifacts. Using form, image, and symbol, the works investigate the intimate and often uncanny relationship between object and self. Drawing on the theatricality of dolls, puppetry, and masks, the works engage with beauty, illusion, and…

Crafternoons at the Benalla Library

Would you like to enjoy a craft session with like minded people in a familiar, friendly environment? Bring your own craft, or join in with some of the limited supplies at the library. New ideas and skill leaders most welcome.

Midweek Board Games

Wednesday Board games run fortnightly at Room at the Table. Come and go at a time that best suits you. At Room at the Table, they love playing modern board games (generally this refers to board games published from the 1990), but don’t worry if you have never played modern board games before, they love…

Looking back: celebrating 50 years of the Benalla Art Gallery Collection

The iconic building that is home to the Benalla Art Gallery is celebrating 50 years since its inauguration. The organisation itself was established in 1968 with considerable community backing and significant donors such as Laurie and Erma Ledger. With this support, noted architects Philip Sargeant and Colin Munro were appointed to design the purpose-built Benalla…

Rhyme Time at the Benalla Library

Looking for a fun and engaging way to promote early literacy in your child? Join in for Rhyme Time at the Benalla Library. Sing along with children’s songs and rhymes from the Rhyme Time songbook, followed by a group story time where we all read together with the children. This is a fantastic opportunity for…

Storytime at the Benalla Library

Go on a magical journey into the world of books at Storytime at the Benalla Library. Storytellers will read children’s books and sing children’s songs and rhymes, providing a fun and interactive experience for children of all ages. At the end of the session, parents and caregivers can participate in a small craft activity with…

Rosewood Music Camp

This annual weekend music camp features accomplished professional musicians, dancers, choralists and creative artists running workshops for beginners and the more skilled. People of all ages and skill levels come together for a weekend of music making, dancing, singing, creative activities, bush walks, yoga and more. The weekend also includes a bush dance on Saturday…

Benalla Park Run

Parkrun organise free, weekly, five kilometre timed runs around the world. They are open to everyone, free, and are safe and easy to take part in. These events take place in pleasant parkland surroundings and they encourage people of every ability to take part; from walkers or those taking their first steps in running to…

Benalla is a vibrant regional city and has a diverse and vibrant portfolio of events both held in Benalla and its surrounding villages.

Thinking of bringing your event to Benalla? To see why you could 'Enjoy Benalla' and hold an event throughout Benalla Rural City, view our Events Attractions Prospectus which provides a snapshot of where we are located, venues, events history and much more.

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