Friday
Wonderland on the Murray: Sand Sculpture Trail
A beloved classic has come to life in Echuca Moama, with Wonderland on the Murray bringing Alice in Wonderland to the river’s edge. Jointly delivered by Campaspe Shire Council, Murray River Council and Campaspe Port Enterprise (Port of Echuca), the trail was crafted by Sandstorm Events, transforming public spaces into a captivating family adventure through a series of large-scale handcrafted sand installations.
Where: The journey begins at the historic Port of Echuca, where visitors will see Alice tumble down the rabbit hole into a world of wonder, before continuing through the Port and Aquatic Reserve with eight sculptures depicting iconic moments and characters from the timeless tale. Crossing the Murray River into Moama, the trail concludes at Kerrabee Reserve, where Alice’s Tea Party, set inside the Soundshell, will mark the magical finale to her adventure.
When: The trail started on December 13 and is running to March 9, 2026.
Cost: Free
Contact: Visit tinyurl.com/ymv3vf53
Saturday
Echuca Farmers’ Market
Walk through the variety of stalls offering seasonal fruit and vegetables, preserves, flowers, baked goods and fresh meat and seafood.
When: 8am to 12.30pm
Where: Aquatic Reserve area next to the Pump House, Heygarth St, Echuca
Cost: Free
Contact: Tim Harley on 0403 444 259 or email echfarmkt@gmail.com
Katamatite Rodeo
The Katamatite Rodeo is a community event that supports the region and community, volunteer groups, the school, CFA and sporting clubs.
When: Gates open at 3.30pm with kids’ entertainment, food stalls and bar available. Live entertainment starts at 5pm. The rodeo starts at 6pm and finishes at 10.30pm
Where: Muckatah Recreation Reserve, Sandmount Rd, Katamatite.
Cost: Tickets are available for purchase at ticketebo.com.au/lions-club-of-katamatite-inc/katamatite-lions-rodeo-2026
Sunday
Free trade day
Got cards you’re looking to trade, sell, or buy? Join the free trade day – a perfect chance to meet other collectors, make trades and grow your collection. All trading card games welcome – including Pokémon, Lorcana, Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh!, collectables, comics, sports cards ... and more.
When: From 11.30am
Where: Gamer’s Resort, 135 Maude St, Shepparton
Cost: Free
Stanhope Community Market
This market is held on the first Sunday of each month and boasts a variety of stalls selling fruit and veg, plants, arts and crafts, books, jams and preserves and garage sale items. A community barbecue will be available.
When: 8am to 1pm
Where: Birdwood Ave, Stanhope
Cost: Free
Contact: Email stanhopebc@gmail.com or visit stanhopevic.org.au