Events Program
Sarah Mary Chadwick
$20
Tickets on the door.
Mickey Bourkes
101 Commercial Rd, Koroit VIC 3282
“THERES FUCKING NOTHING TO DO!”
“Not true!” I thought to myself.
Because Sarah Mary Chadwick is back, baby. Melbourne singer and visual artist will be performing songs from “Message To God”
Thursday, July 4, on The Main Stage at Mickey Bourkes. Poker night is still on as usual, but SMC will be serving heartbreak and hymns from the other of the room, supported by Billy Barker. It’s her fourth winter performance in a row, and if you haven’t seen what all the fuss is about, tonight is the night.
Definitely fucking something to do.
Pallisters Reserve
Free
Pallisters Reserve
457 Masons Rd, Orford
You can meet at the Visitors Centre in Port Fairy at 9.30am to follow a convoy of cars to the reserve, if required.
Pallisters Reserve is a 250 hectare Trust for Nature wetland conservation property just outside Port Fairy. It’s home to more than 125 species of birds and abundant native flora including eucalyptus, wattles, banksias native grasses and over 25 orchid species. This year, the Friends of Pallisters welcome you to meet guest speaker Desley Whisson from Deakin University, who will talk about her koala research from 11am.
Winter Solstice Swim
Gold coin donation
East Beach Surf Club
4 Hughes Ave, Port Fairy
Twilight sky. Dark water. Crisp wind. Shivering shoulders. Buzzing minds. Racing hearts. Slivers of light. It. Does. Not. Get. More rejuvenating than this.
The Overwintering Project
Free
Glyph Gallery and Creative Space
38 Bank St, Port Fairy
A selection of local and international prints in response to the global portfolio of The Overwintering Project, a creative collection dedicated to celebrating and protecting migratory shore birds and their habitats across the planet.
Exhibition: Tanja Bruckner
Free
LittleBANK
51 Sackville St, Port Fairy
Winter Weekends presents a stunning exhibition of new works by from Sydney-based photographer Tanja Bruckner. My Friend Annie features the artist’s friend in a series celebrating a woman's life. Join us on opening night for refreshments and a first look at this collection of vibrant images.
Exhibition: Tanja Bruckner
Free
LittleBANK
51 Sackville St, Port Fairy
Winter Weekends presents a stunning exhibition of new works by from Sydney-based photographer Tanja Bruckner. My Friend Annie features the artist’s friend in a series celebrating a woman's life. Join us on opening night for refreshments and a first look at this collection of vibrant images.
The Overwintering Project
Free
Glyph Gallery and Creative Space
38 Bank St, Port Fairy
A selection of local and international prints in response to the global portfolio of The Overwintering Project, a creative collection dedicated to celebrating and protecting migratory shore birds and their habitats across the planet.
Knit for KOGO
Various times - check the shop website for details
Port Fairy Textiles
54 Sackville Street, Port Fairy
Knit One, Give One is a national movement of knitters who create and distribute over 100,000 items to the most vulnerable people in our community. This winter, join a session to knit or crochet simple items to donate.
Sam Martina Comic Artist
Free
Friday 7 June 10am-4pm
Saturday 8 June 10am-4pm
Sunday 9 June 10am-4pm
Monday 10 June 10am-4pm
Poco Ice Cream Shop
27 Cox Street, Port Fairy
Sam Martina is an exciting Warrnambool-based comic artist. He’s the creator of the web series ‘Frank and Jack’ and recently organised Warrnambool’s first ever neuro-divergent speed dating evening! On display for the festival will be a selection of Sam’s comics and sketches, from process drawings through to commissions and small sculpture. A unique, local art show popping up in the charming and nostalgic Poco Ice Cream shop.
Port Fairy Fairy Hunt
Free
Start at the Visitor Information Centre
Railway Place, Port Fairy
Magic is afoot! Winter is a special time of year when the fairies and little folk come out to play. Head to the Visitor Information Centre to begin your search. Collect your clues and look carefully, high and low. Who knows what you will find hiding in unexpected places? Return your completed forms to the information centre for a chance to win a prize!
This event is proudly sponsored by Langley's Accommodation.
Twilight Market
Free
Port Fairy Consilidated School
Albert St Street, Port Fairy
The beautiful Port Fairy Consolidated School Twilight Market is back again this Kings Birthday Weekend! The event is hosted at the school around the 150 year old bluestone building.
Bush Foods Cook Up: Adult session
Free
Port Fairy Bowls Club
4 Bowls Court, Port Fairy
Sunday school is back! Cleanse your palate, dig out your favourite apron and get ready to get hands on in this cooking workshop. Join legendary chef Cat Clarke from Dimboola/Wotjobaluk country and learn how to whip up an irresistible bush foods stir fry that’s sure to impress your guests, and you! Also learn the secrets to making mouth-watering damper. BYO apron and containers to take home all your delicious goodies.
Places are limited and bookings essential.
Tower Hill Studio presents: Art and wine
$75, includes all materials
Oak and Anchor Hotel
9 Bank St, Port Fairy
Join Jenny from Tower Hill Studio for a Paint and Sip session, where you'll be guided step-by-step to create a painting of your creative choice to take home. Share an afternoon of company, art and wine in a fun, relaxing environment. All materials and apron included. Drinks and nibbles available for purchase, or alternatively upgrade your booking to free flowing bubbles for an extra $39 per person.
Worn Gundidj Bush Foods Tour
Free
Tower Hill, Princes Hwy
Tower Hill
This free interactive tour conducted by our local Indigenous guides provides an exclusive opportunity to explore the natural habitat of some of Australia’s most iconic animals and gain an understanding of native plants for food and medicinal purposes.
Postcard Tarot
$25
The Merrijig Front Bar
The Merrijig Inn, 1 Campbell St, Port Fairy
Friday 7 June 1-5pm
Saturday 8 June 1-5pm
Sunday 9 June 1-5pm
“Julie reads tarot from a stack of hundreds of postcards she’s collected over 30 years. The rules are simple. One; any card in her deck has to have been posted to her from somebody else and two; Julie makes the rules. The cards you pull form an equally ambiguous and exciting map which Julie then reads for you like a traditional tarot spread.”
The 2024 Port Fairy and Community Bank Dachshund Dash
$15 per dog registration
Gold coin entry at the oval
Port Fairy Football Oval, 111 Griffiths St
Is your tiny pooch ready for the big race? Is your little darling the next King of the dashing world?
A Seat At The Family Table
$95
Saturday 8 June 12-2pm
Saturday 8 June 2:30-4:30pm
Sunday 9 June 12-2pm
Sunday 9 June 2:30-4:30pm
Basalt Vineyard Cellar Door
1131 Princes Hwy, Killarney VIC 3283
If you’ve ever spent any time with the Clancey Family, you quickly realise food is everything. As Basalt Vineyard celebrates 20 years of growing grapes in the Port Fairy region, it’s time to gather together this winter for a family-style feast in the beautiful Basalt Cellar Door.
The Kirkstall Pub Lunch
$60 includes full lunch and cider demo
Kirkstall Hotel
12/20 Atkinson St, Kirkstall
Fancy a traditional Sunday roast, by a roaring fire, in a quaint country pub, hearty laughs and souls abounding, while learning all about cider making, under the guide of one of the cleverest, friendliest, handsomest blokes in the region? Might you fancy that?
500 Pieces from the Wood Fired Kiln: An Exhibition by Barry Tate
Free
Drifthouse Salon
Drifthouse Luxury Hotel and Dining Room
98 Gipps St, Port Fairy
Barry Tate reveals newly fired works before months of upcoming exhibitions in Brisbane, Sydney and Japan. These beautiful, small-scale domestic pieces are so at home in Drifthouse’s Salon, a hidden sanctuary/breakfast room/afternoon bar available only to guests of Drifthouse. Barry is to ceramics in the south west as Drifthouse is to luxury and we are beyond excited for this special event.
Everything Potato Party at Noodledoof
Free
Noodledoof Brewing and Distilling Co
128 Commercial Rd, Koroit VIC 3282
We are celebrating the International Day of Potatoes (a week late), with special guests and local Potato growers, Johann and Dianne. Come and hear about how they sow, grow and harvest their precious potatoes right here in Koroit. If we're really lucky, they might even park their tractor out the front...
Bush Foods Cook Up: Youth session
Free
Port Fairy Bowls Club
4 Bowls Court, Port Fairy
Sunday school is back! Cleanse your palate, dig out your favourite apron and get ready to get hands on in this cooking workshop. Join legendary chef Cat Clarke from Dimboola/Wotjobaluk country and learn how to whip up an irresistible bush foods stir fry that’s sure to impress your guests, and you! Also learn the secrets to making mouth-watering damper. BYO apron and containers to take home all your delicious goodies.
Places are limited and bookings essential.
Vinyl Swap Meet
Gold coin entry
Vic Hotel Drill Hall
35 Bank St, Port Fairy
Vinyl hoarders, music collectors, creat diggers and closet DJs. . . gather with your people for an day of swapping, selling and spinning.
The Dash Colouring Competition
$2.50 entry, includes a pack of pencils
Head to the Paper Store to collect your colouring-in sheet from Thursday 6th June and bring the design to life. There are three categories for children to enter: Under 6, ages 7-10 and ages 11-13. Entries must be back by midday Sunday 9th June, with winners called at 2pm. Happy colouring!
Worn Gundidj Basket Weaving Workshop
Free
Port Fairy Community House
Railway Place, Bank St, Port Fairy
In this two hour session for 6-15 year olds, participants will learn how to basket weave using rafia, creating their own work to take home.
Sam Martina Comic Artist
Free
Friday 7 June 10am-4pm
Saturday 8 June 10am-4pm
Sunday 9 June 10am-4pm
Monday 10 June 10am-4pm
Poco Ice Cream Shop
27 Cox Street, Port Fairy
Sam Martina is an exciting Warrnambool-based comic artist. He’s the creator of the web series ‘Frank and Jack’ and recently organised Warrnambool’s first ever neuro-divergent speed dating evening! On display for the festival will be a selection of Sam’s comics and sketches, from process drawings through to commissions and small sculpture. A unique, local art show popping up in the charming and nostalgic Poco Ice Cream shop.
The Overwintering Project
Free
Glyph Gallery and Creative Space
38 Bank St, Port Fairy
A selection of local and international prints in response to the global portfolio of The Overwintering Project, a creative collection dedicated to celebrating and protecting migratory shore birds and their habitats across the planet.
Pre-Loved Art Fair
Free
Port Fairy RSL Club
4 Bank St, Port Fairy
Everything old is new again, right? Peruse pre-loved painting, pottery, glass and ceramics to find the statement piece you never knew you wanted or needed till now.
Acro Yoga
Free
Port Fairy Sea Scouts Hall, 5 Bank St, Port Fairy
Join us for laugh out loud mindful movement in this Acro Yoga session for ages 8+. Expect and enjoy personal, partner and group challenges involving balance, strength and focus.
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Knit for KOGO
Various times - check the shop website for details
Port Fairy Textiles
54 Sackville Street, Port Fairy
Knit One, Give One is a national movement of knitters who create and distribute over 100,000 items to the most vulnerable people in our community. This winter, join a session to knit or crochet simple items to donate.
Exhibition: Tanja Bruckner
Free
LittleBANK
51 Sackville St, Port Fairy
Winter Weekends presents a stunning exhibition of new works by from Sydney-based photographer Tanja Bruckner. My Friend Annie features the artist’s friend in a series celebrating a woman's life. Join us on opening night for refreshments and a first look at this collection of vibrant images.