Official opening of the 2024 Cavendish Red Gum Festival! Drinks & canapes in the beautiful Red Gum Gallery. Feature Artist: Ross Paterson

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 Family & Friends Cafe. COME ALONG & JOIN THE FUN! No bookings required.

3.5km Fun run or walk along the banks of the Wannon

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 The Settlers Walk Picnic Area on the Wannon, Cavendish, closest parking on Cameron St.

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 welcome Festival Ambassador, Professor Andrew Campbell as MC and an amazing line up of guest speakers

Learn to make a beautiful bouquet with Cath Freemantle. Last festival the spots for this filled in record time, so secure your place fast!

Learn to paint beautiful watercolour gum leaves with Art teacher Lisa Addinsall.

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 various points along the Wannon River. Meeting at the historic Settlers' Cottage. 10 am & 3.30pm

Showcasing the traditional process of shearing through to garment production.

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 founder of Wedge and Edge Studio, Eli is dedicated to creating compelling and practical handcrafted objects that enrich the lives of those who use them. Learn to carve your very own wooden kitchen utensil.

Learn some tips and tricks to taking beautiful photos of Red Gums.

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 be running all day in the Town Square KIDS WRISTBAND ENTRY

Come and join Author & Illustrator, Emma Stuart as she reads her book "Peewii and the Tree". A book aimed at teaching little ones about the magic and importance of trees. 11.30 and 2.30 in the Town Square, Kids Fun Space. Wristband entry.

Head to the school oval at 1pm to see dogs of all sizes and abilities jump the high jump.

An informative tour around Cavendish including two farm visits, morning tea and a drink.