Festivals, sport and horses

The Shepparton Italian Festa is on again this Saturday, March 14. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Friday

Northern Victorian Showjumping Club World Cup Festival

The feature class is the CSI1*-W World Cup Qualifier on Saturday afternoon on the Main Grass Arena. With show jumps reaching 1.6m in height, you will see some of the best riders in the country trying their luck at winning some of the total $10,000 prize money.

When: Friday, March 13 to Sunday, March 15 from 7.30am to 5pm

Where: WB Hunter Reserve, Shepparton

Cost: Free

Contact: Stephanie Williams on 0409 940 898, email northernvictoriansjc@gmail.com or visit https://www.facebook.com/NorthernVicSJClub

The Melbourne Celtic Festival on tour 2026

Following the runaway success of the inaugural Melbourne Celtic Festival On Tour 2025, the tour is back on the road in February/March 2026 with the best St Patrick’s Day ‘Craic’.

When: 7.30pm

Where: Riverlinks Eastbank, Welsford St, Shepparton

Cost: For details visit https://tinyurl.com/dejhuu52

Contact: Riverlinks Box Office on 5832 9511

Puff Walk

Come along and stretch your legs while meeting friendly locals. Walk, talk and breathe easy. There is no cost involved and a qualified fitness instructor will help guide the walk, ensuring it is suitable for all walking levels. Bring a water bottle and comfy shoes.

When: 9am to 10am

Where: Meet at Aquamoves

Cost: Free

Contact: Email healthycommunities@shepparton.vic.gov.au

The Italian Divorce

You can leave your wife but you can never leave your family. After sellout seasons in Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide, the hit show is back. It’s loud, heartfelt, and hysterically relatable … it’s like watching your family on stage.

When: 8pm

Where: Riverlinks Westside, Echuca Rd, Mooroopna

Cost: All tickets $74.90

Contact: Riverlinks Box Office on 5832 9511

Saturday

Junior Country Basketball Championships

The Basketball JCC event will bring together teams from across the state. These teams will come together to fight for positions in the Division three, four and five categories for the 2026 event.

When: Saturday and Sunday from 7am to 7pm

Where: Across the Goulburn Valley

Cost: Free

Contact: Basketball Victoria Competitions Manager on 9837 8067 or sarah.szczykulski@basketballvictoria.com.au or visit https://tinyurl.com/478pybzc

Shepparton Italian Festa

The Shepparton Italian Festa celebrates the region’s rich Italian heritage, the event will feature traditional cuisine, live entertainment, family activities, market stalls, and cultural performances showcasing the local Italian community.

When: Noon to 9pm

Where: Shepparton Showgrounds

Cost: Free

Contact: Shepparton Italian Social Club on 03 5821 1520 or leaderpresents@gmail.com

Sunday

Merrigum Town Garage Sale

Enjoy BBQ, drinks, tea and coffee, and grab some charity boat raffle tickets.

When: 7am to 1pm

Where: Merrigum

Cost: MAPS at $2 available at T & M Engineering, 105 Waverley Ave

Contact: Jenny on 0428 552 370 or lawler.jennifer.j@edumail.vic.gov.au