HA-HA: Street Art Bushranger
Street Art Bushranger presents a bold exploration of Australian popular culture through the work of renowned street artist HA-HA. Drawing on imagery from mass media and the visual noise of contemporary life, the exhibition examines the obsessions shaping the 21st century, including reality television, celebrity, sport, crime, wealth and the pursuit of instant notoriety. Central…
Read MoreWinton Festival of Speed
The Winton Festival of Speed celebrates the golden era of Australian motorsport with over 300 historic race cars competing at Winton Raceway, known as Australia’s Action Track. Visitors can experience the roar of engines and the thrill of competition across a wide range of racing categories. These include historic touring cars from the 1960s to…
Read MoreReel History: Benalla’s Story on Screen
Reel History: Benalla’s Story on Screen is an immersive exhibit showcasing Benalla’s rich history through short films and documentaries. Visitors can enjoy historical footage, personal stories, and interactive elements, offering a comprehensive and engaging look at the town’s heritage. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a local resident or a curious traveler, Reel History: Benalla’s Story…
Read MoreBenalla Festival
Get ready—Benalla’s biggest celebration is back and bigger than ever. Spread across two vibrant weekends, the Benalla Festival is all about showcasing what makes their Rural City so special: their people, their creativity, their stories, and their unbeatable community spirit. From art, music and dance to history, sport, exhibitions, family fun and everything in between,…
Read MoreThe Art of Flight Festival
The Art of Flight Festival will be held in Benalla. The festival will feature an International Balloon Championship, an evening Balloon Glow Extravaganza with local produce and entertainment, plus aviation displays at Benalla Aviation Museum and Gliding Club of Victoria. Incorporating the Australian National Championships sanctioned by the Australian Ballooning Federation and Fédération Aéronautique Internationale…
Read MoreDesmonde Downing: Threads of Kelly
Benalla Art Gallery presents thirteen watercolour illustrations by Desmonde Downing, a distinguished set and costume designer, actor, and singer who contributed to Australian theatre in the 1950s and 1960s. The works form part of the Benalla Art Gallery Collection. Downing was celebrated for the originality of her stagecraft. She designed sets for Gertrude Johnson’s National…
Read MoreBenalla Street Art Festival
Watch a town turn into a masterpiece with the Benalla Street Art Festival. For three electric days in April, the streets of Benalla, Victoria, pulse with creativity as the Benalla Street Art Festival transforms the town into a living, breathing canvas. World-class artists arrive, lifts rise, paint flows, and monumental murals appear in real time…
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