$2.50 entry, includes a pack of pencils

The Paper Store
50A Sackville St, Port Fairy

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!

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.

Free

LittleBANK
32A 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.

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.

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.

$2.50 entry, includes a pack of pencils

The Paper Store
50A Sackville St, Port Fairy

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!

Free

LittleBANK
32A 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.

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.

BOOK ONLINE

Booking details to come

The Merrijig Snug
The Merrijig Inn, 1 Campbell St, Port Fairy

“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.”

Free

Upstairs at Mason and Francis
39A Sackville St, Port Fairy

An exhibition of select, visiting art from Kyneton’s Lauriston Press Gallery! Lauriston owner, curator and artist Sarah Gabriel brings a considered range of original works on paper, printmaking and ceramics into the heart of Sackville Street. Enjoy hand-picked works by Martin King, David Fraser, Sarah Gabriel, Kathryn Ryan, Harley Manifold, Kate Hudson, Peta West, Georgina Sambell, Lucy McEachum, Miriam Porter and more.

Join the opening night drinks on Friday 7 June from 5pm. Exhibition runs until Tuesday 11 June. All welcome.

$25

Noodledoof Brewing and Distilling Co
128 Commercial Rd, Koroit VIC 3282

Come and hear Noodles and Doof speak about five of their favourite creations, all inspired by ingredients closely linked to their south west location. Sip along and savour the stories behind the brand new Potato Vodka, the Cutting Gin, Bush Citrus Gose, Rhubarb Custard Sour and their Cherry Whisky Imperial Stout.

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Free

The Railway Goods Shed
Railway Place, Bank St

Kick off the King’s Birthday long weekend with our festival opening party in the Goods Shed! Grab a feed from the food trucks, a bevvie from the bar. We’ll have bands and DJs, so get down and make some warm connections to start a long, cool weekend of winter fun.

$20 full, $15 concession + $10 for dinner

St Brigid's Hall
212 Koroit-Port Fairy Rd, Crossley

Nothing warms a south-west hall in the middle of winter quite like the oh-so-cherished, always-heart-warming, ever-popular 15 Minutes of Fame, where commuity takes center stage!

$15

Reardon Theatre
35 Bank St, Port Fairy

A 1920s English seaside town bears witness to a dark, absurd scandal in this riotous mystery comedy. Wicked Little Letters follows a group of residents who start to receive wicked letters full of unintentionally hilarious profanities, spawking a national uproar and putting one local firmly in the suspect seat.

BOOK ONLINE

Free

Russell Clarke Reserve
James St, Port Fairy

Run, jog or walk your way into the weekend in some of Port Fairy’s prettiest parklands. A timed 5km event for people of all ages and abilities. Register online, print out your barcode and meet at the amenities block. Dogs (on a lead) are also welcome! Register to run at www.parkrun.com.au/portfairy

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.

Free

Railway Place
Bank St, Port Fairy

Shop, eat and love local at our gorgeous community market. It’s loaded with goodies and is the absolute best way to kick off a winter Sat’dy morning in Port Fairy.

Free

St Johns Church Hall
21 Regent St, or enter from Barclay St

One of the region’s most loved markets, MADE showcases a curated collection of fine handmade art, carft and design from established and emerging makers.

Free

The Railway Goods Shed
Railway Place, Bank St, Port Fairy

Discover the future of creativity and entrepreneurship at the Young Makers' Market—an exciting showcase of innovative products crafted by talented young artisans.

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.

Free

Upstairs at Mason and Francis
39A Sackville St, Port Fairy

An exhibition of select, visiting art from Kyneton’s Lauriston Press Gallery! Lauriston owner, curator and artist Sarah Gabriel brings a considered range of original works on paper, printmaking and ceramics into the heart of Sackville Street. Enjoy hand-picked works by Martin King, David Fraser, Sarah Gabriel, Kathryn Ryan, Harley Manifold, Kate Hudson, Peta West, Georgina Sambell, Lucy McEachum, Miriam Porter and more.

Join the opening night drinks on Friday 7 June from 5pm. Exhibition runs until Tuesday 11 June. All welcome.

Free

Port Fairy Library
Sackville St, Port Fairy

The Port Fairy Library is turning 40 years old and is ready to celebrate with everyone, big and small.

Free

LittleBANK
32A 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.

$2.50 entry, includes a pack of pencils

The Paper Store
50A Sackville St, Port Fairy

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!

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.

BOOK ONLINE

Free

Community House
Railway Place, 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. Bookings preferred.

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.

Free

Fiddlers Green Stage
Cnr Sackville and Bank St, Port Fairy

Dive into a mesmerising world of colour, movement and joy with our poi twirling circus workshops. where every spin brings balance to both body and mind. Discover the benefits of stimulating right and left brain coordination while indulging in a fun, soulful fitness activity.

Free

Fiddlers Green Marquee
Cnr Sackville and Bank St, Port Fairy

The Men's Shed masters lead a toy making workshop for kids of all ages to construct wooden toys.

$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.

BOOK NOW

Free

Port Fairy Library
65 Sackville St, Port Fairy

Unlock your creativity by learning how to create an 8-page folded zine about your loves, loathes and other heartfelt opinions. Explore the zine collection of seasoned zine-makers Helen and Alex. Find your own unique zine style by playing with different techniques that are a staple of zine-making!

BOOK NOW

Free

Port Fairy Community House
Railway Place, Port Fairy

Jelena Lockett is a Port Fairy artist and teacher with 13 years experience teaching art in New Zealand and Australia. Join Jelena for a class of fun, artistic expression and mindfulness working with clay to create something to take home.

BOOK NOW

$25pp, $150 for table of six, includes afternoon tea and hot drinks

Port Fairy Senior Citizens Centre
19 Barklay St, Pory Fairy

The very popular winter afternoon of trivia quiz is back with delicious afternoon treats, tea & coffee and of course a selection of quizzical queries and questions to stimulate and stumpt the mind!

BOOK NOW

$30 full, $20 concession

Reardon Theatre
35 Bank St, Port Fairy

Returning to the Reardon in 2024, this powerful annual concert showcases the talents of local female performers - musicians, singers and songwriters to celebrate local, emerging and experienced acts.

BOOK NOW

$15

Railway Goods Shed
Railway Place, Bank St, Port Fairy

Rug up and come on down for the Winter Weekends Comedy night featuring Melbourne comedian Kirsty Webeck & guests. Come and enjoy delicious food by the Streaterie from 6pm with plenty of laughs to follow from 8pm. Drinks at bar prices.

BOOK NOW

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.

Free

Koroit Village Green
Commercial Rd, Koroit

Head to the newly-launched Koroit Community Market, for all your fresh fruit and veggies, cakes, jams, candles, clothes, local wine, hot food and coffees, plants, flowers, jewellery and collectibles. All served with a friendly dollop of magical Irish Koroit hospitality!

$5 Adult, $1 child, $10 family (cash or card accepted)

The Lighthouse
Griffiths Island, Port Fairy

Walk to the very edge of town, climb the stairs and take in the Southern Ocean views to imagine the life of a lighthouse keeper. A rare opportunity to visit the internal workings of the historic Port Fairy lighthouse that’s been in operation since 1859. Please note: this event is subject to weather. Check the festival socials or the Visitor Info Centre on the day.

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.

BOOK ONLINE

Free

Community House
Railway Place, 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.

BOOK NOW

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.

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.

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.

BOOK NOW

Free

Upstairs at Mason and Francis
39A Sackville St, Port Fairy

An exhibition of select, visiting art from Kyneton’s Lauriston Press Gallery! Lauriston owner, curator and artist Sarah Gabriel brings a considered range of original works on paper, printmaking and ceramics into the heart of Sackville Street. Enjoy hand-picked works by Martin King, David Fraser, Sarah Gabriel, Kathryn Ryan, Harley Manifold, Kate Hudson, Peta West, Georgina Sambell, Lucy McEachum, Miriam Porter and more.

Join the opening night drinks on Friday 7 June from 5pm. Exhibition runs until Tuesday 11 June. All welcome.

$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!

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.

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.

BOOK NOW

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...

$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?

$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.

BOOK NOW

$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?

Free

Drifthouse Salon
Drifthouse Luxury Hotel and Dining Room, 98 Gipps St, Port Fairy

Details to come. In the meantime, enjoy this selection of kiln-fired works by Barry Tate…

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.

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.

BOOK NOW

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.

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.

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.

BOOK ONLINE

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.

Free

LittleBANK
32A 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.

Free

Upstairs at Mason and Francis
39A Sackville St, Port Fairy

An exhibition of select, visiting art from Kyneton’s Lauriston Press Gallery! Lauriston owner, curator and artist Sarah Gabriel brings a considered range of original works on paper, printmaking and ceramics into the heart of Sackville Street. Enjoy hand-picked works by Martin King, David Fraser, Sarah Gabriel, Kathryn Ryan, Harley Manifold, Kate Hudson, Peta West, Georgina Sambell, Lucy McEachum, Miriam Porter and more.

Join the opening night drinks on Friday 7 June from 5pm. Exhibition runs until Tuesday 11 June. All welcome.

Free

Upstairs at Mason and Francis
39A Sackville St, Port Fairy

An exhibition of select, visiting art from Kyneton’s Lauriston Press Gallery! Lauriston owner, curator and artist Sarah Gabriel brings a considered range of original works on paper, printmaking and ceramics into the heart of Sackville Street. Enjoy hand-picked works by Martin King, David Fraser, Sarah Gabriel, Kathryn Ryan, Harley Manifold, Kate Hudson, Peta West, Georgina Sambell, Lucy McEachum, Miriam Porter and more.

Join the opening night drinks on Friday 7 June from 5pm. Exhibition runs until Tuesday 11 June. All welcome.

Free

LittleBANK
32A 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.

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.

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.

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.