Event information
Event information will be updated as we get closer to the festival. Click the event for more information and to purchase tickets.
Blade shearing demos
Showcasing the traditional process of shearing through to garment production.
Gum Leaf Watercolour Masterclass with Lisa Addinsall
Learn to paint beautiful watercolour gum leaves with Art teacher Lisa Addinsall.
Story Time – 11.30am and 2.30pm
Come and join Author & Illustrator, Emma Stuart as she reads her book “Peewii and the Tree”. A book aimed at teaching little ones about
Opening Gala
Official opening of the 2024 Cavendish Red Gum Festival! Drinks & canapes in the beautiful Red Gum Gallery. Feature Artist: Ross Paterson
‘Kite Magic’ – Kite making workshop for kids
Join the team from Kite Magic to create your very own kite. Part of the ALL DAY FUN, kids wristband. Available to purchase at the
Wood Carving Workshop with Eli from ‘Wedge and Edge’
Eli Beke is a master craftsman and facilitator known for his expertise in woodworking and his unique ability to inspire creativity in others. As the
Nicholas Ridiculous – Puppet Show (11am & 3pm) & All day Circus Space
Bring the kids to join the fun of Nicholas Ridiculous and his……. Krazy Koala Puppet Show! 11am and 3pm Nicholas’s Be-Bop circus space will also
Dog High Jump
Head to the school oval at 1pm to see dogs of all sizes and abilities jump the high jump.
History Walks 10am & 3.30pm
Come and join our very own local treasure, historian Peter Watt for some fascinating insight into the history of Cavendish and District in reference to
Master the Art of Landscape Photography with Madi Whyte
Learn some tips and tricks to taking beautiful photos of Red Gums.
Yoga with Frank Jesse from Griffins Hill Yoga
Stretch to the sound of birdsong. Start your festival day with a Yoga class led by Frank Jesse of Griffins Hill Yoga, Dunkeld. Meet at
Environmental Forum 2024
The theme for 2024 is ‘Man’s effect on our natural Red Gum environment” with the emphasis on regeneration agriculture and sustainable farming.
We are thrilled to
Sunday Environmental Bus Tour
An informative tour around Cavendish including two farm visits, morning tea and a drink.
Floral Workshops with Cath Freemantle
Learn to make a beautiful bouquet with Cath Freemantle. Last festival the spots for this filled in record time, so secure your place fast!