Events

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…

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…

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…

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…

Winton Fun Day

Experience the thrill of driving on the iconic Winton Motor Raceway, the same circuit where Supercars compete. A Fun Day offers the perfect opportunity to test your skills on this legendary track in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Drivers can take on the challenge of Winton’s renowned corners and straights while sharing the excitement with passengers.…

Devenish Market

Devenish Makers Market is held the first Sunday of every month excluding January. The Markers Market has great stalls and offers some very unique hand-crafted items, and a variety of local goods including fresh produce, homemade crafts, and regional specialties. If you are visiting the North East Victoria Silo Art trail, stay a little longer…

Morning Mah-jong at the Benalla Library

Mah-jong has been associated with improvements in short term memory, attention, and logical thinking, but most of all it is fun. Join in for a weekly competition and socalise with friends.

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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