The Benalla Festival

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The Benalla Festival is an annual arts and community festival in November featuring concerts, exhibitions, outdoor markets, food and wine stalls, children's entertainment and much more. Visit our official website at www.benallafestival.com.au
We aim to share the latest festival news, events and activities with our followers, and provide a platform for people to comment and to discuss this with o

thers. We encourage intelligent and informed commentary and we ask people to be considerate with their comments, giving their opinions and making their points politely. Your Posts / Comments may also be shared on Facebook and used in wider Benalla Festival publicity. Benalla Festival is not responsible for does not accept any liability for any content on this site other than official Benalla Festival posts. We also reserve the right to moderate, hide or delete any comments, photos or posts on this page at our discretion, or to block and ban any participants on the Page. Posts or Comments containing offensive, abusive, defamatory or commercial messages or links to third-party Pages / websites will be removed. Our moderating decisions are generous and most comments will remain if they are on-topic and not abusive or defamatory. We will moderate the page as carefully and regularly as we can. Thank you for joining the Benalla Festival Facebook community.

11/12/2025

From music and markets to art, flowers, food, and family fun — the Benalla Festival once again brought our community together in the best possible way. Thank you to everyone who joined in. Here’s a look back at the magic. 💜✨

📷 James Bugg

💬 We want to hear from you! ✨If you attended the 2025 Benalla Festival, we’d love to know what you thought. Your feedbac...
17/11/2025

💬 We want to hear from you! ✨

If you attended the 2025 Benalla Festival, we’d love to know what you thought. Your feedback helps us shape future festivals and continue delivering events our community can be proud of. 🙌💜💚

Whether you joined us in the rural villages, by the lake, or somewhere in between, we’d appreciate you taking a few minutes to complete the survey. 📝✨

👉 Share your thoughts here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2Y2M7XK

Thank you for being part of this year’s celebration! 🎉🌟

13/11/2025

Deputy Mayor and Chair of the Benalla Festival Advisory Committee Councillor- Justin King, shares a special thank you as we close out the 2025 Benalla Festival. 💙✨

What an incredible nine days across our community — from our rural villages to the heart of Benalla.

A huge thank you to everyone who helped bring the Festival to life. 🙌💫

Here’s to 2026! 🤩💙

🎉 The 2025 Benalla Festival has officially wrapped up — and what a celebration it was! 🎉Over nine vibrant days, our comm...
10/11/2025

🎉 The 2025 Benalla Festival has officially wrapped up — and what a celebration it was! 🎉

Over nine vibrant days, our community embraced this year’s theme Live Local, Love Local, celebrating everything that makes Benalla Rural City such a wonderful place to live, work and visit. 💙

🌟 From our rural villages to the heart of Benalla, the Festival brought people together through creativity, connection and community spirit. Locals and visitors enjoyed a full program of activities that showcased the heart and soul of our region.

A big thank you to the Benalla Festival Advisory Committee and to the many community members, local groups and partners who helped shape and support this year’s program. 🙌🫶

We are already looking forward to 2026! 🤩🤩

📸 James Bugg

08/11/2025

🎆 The fireworks are ON! 🎆

We’re thrilled to confirm tonight’s fireworks display will go ahead as planned! 🙌

Find a great spot by the lake and enjoy. 🌟

Please remember to keep pets safe and secure during the fireworks. 🐾💙

UPDATE: We’ve just received word the FIREWORKS ARE ON! 💥 Fireworks UpdateA decision has not yet been made about tonight’...
08/11/2025

UPDATE: We’ve just received word the FIREWORKS ARE ON!

💥 Fireworks Update

A decision has not yet been made about tonight’s fireworks display.

We’re continuing to monitor conditions and will provide an update as soon as possible.

Thank you for your patience and understanding 💙

Are you attending the Benalla by the Lake event tonight? 🐾 While we absolutely adore our furry friends, we kindly ask th...
08/11/2025

Are you attending the Benalla by the Lake event tonight?

🐾 While we absolutely adore our furry friends, we kindly ask that you leave them at home for Benalla by the Lake. 🌅

🗓️ 3.30pm - 9.30pm, Saturday 8 November
📍 Faulkner Drive Festival site

No dogs will be permitted on-site.

Service dogs exempt.

Thank you for your understanding! 🙏✨

Consumption of Alcohol – Benalla by the Lake 🕞 3.30pm – 9.30pm📅 Saturday 8 NovemberAlcohol consumption is only permitted...
07/11/2025

Consumption of Alcohol – Benalla by the Lake

🕞 3.30pm – 9.30pm
📅 Saturday 8 November

Alcohol consumption is only permitted within the red line area shown on the site map.

🚫 No glass allowed – bottles, cups or containers are strictly prohibited in this area. Bringing glass into the restricted zone may result in the seizure of alcohol or other enforcement action.

🍺 Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase on site.

Enjoy responsibly and help keep the event safe for everyone 💙

🎤 FCJ College – Live at Benalla by the Lake! 🎶Get ready to be entertained as FCJ College takes the stage at Benalla by t...
07/11/2025

🎤 FCJ College – Live at Benalla by the Lake! 🎶

Get ready to be entertained as FCJ College takes the stage at Benalla by the Lake on Saturday 8 November! 🌟

A talented group of singers and musicians from across multiple year levels will perform a vibrant mix of songs and genres in a show that’s sure to impress. 🎵💙

Catch their performance from 4.45pm–5.05pm as part of Benalla by the Lake, running 3.30pm–9.30pm with live music, food trucks, entertainment and a spectacular fireworks finale! 🎆

👗 The Preloved MarketRefresh your wardrobe the sustainable way at Benalla’s secondhand clothing market! Discover quality...
07/11/2025

👗 The Preloved Market

Refresh your wardrobe the sustainable way at Benalla’s secondhand clothing market! Discover quality pre-loved clothes and accessories — from shoes and scarves to hats and sunglasses — all looking for a new home.

By buying or selling, you’re helping reduce waste, support sustainability, and keep fashion in circulation. It’s the perfect chance to find unique pieces, connect with others, and make a positive impact.

📅 Date: Sunday 9 November
🕐 Time: 1pm–3pm
💰 Cost: FREE
📍 Venue: Benalla Visitor Information Centre, 14 Mair Street, Benalla

♻️ Come along, find your next favourite outfit, and give pre-loved fashion a fresh start!

🎷 Benalla P-12 College Secondary Stage Band – Live at Benalla by the Lake! 🎶Feel the rhythm and groove with the Benalla ...
07/11/2025

🎷 Benalla P-12 College Secondary Stage Band – Live at Benalla by the Lake! 🎶

Feel the rhythm and groove with the Benalla P–12 College Secondary Stage Band, performing live at Benalla by the Lake on Saturday 8 November! 💙

This vibrant ensemble of talented young musicians from the secondary campus brings together brass, woodwind and rhythm, showcasing incredible teamwork, creativity and musical talent. 🎺🥁

Under the expert direction of their dedicated music staff, the Stage Band delivers an exciting mix of jazz, swing, contemporary and pop that’s sure to get your toes tapping! 🎵

Catch them live from 6pm–6.20pm as part of Benalla by the Lake, running 3.30pm–9.30pm with non-stop entertainment, food trucks and a spectacular fireworks finale! 🎆

💃 TDA Performing Arts – Live at Benalla by the Lake! 💃Get ready to be amazed by the talented dancers from TDA Performing...
06/11/2025

💃 TDA Performing Arts – Live at Benalla by the Lake! 💃

Get ready to be amazed by the talented dancers from TDA Performing Arts, Benalla’s leading dance school with over 30 years of experience! 🌟

Performing a vibrant mix of ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, acrobatics and contemporary, these local stars will light up the stage with energy, grace and creativity. 🎶✨

Catch their performances at:
⏰ 3.50pm–4.05pm
⏰ 5.40pm–5.55pm

Come along and cheer on Benalla’s young dancers as part of Benalla by the Lake, running 3.30pm–9.30pm on Saturday 8 November, with live music, entertainment, food trucks and a spectacular fireworks finale! 🎆💙

Address

1 Bridge Street East
Benalla, VIC
3672

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61357602600

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