Easter and School Holidays in Maryborough and Surrounds

"LOVE" Exhibition

An exhibition not to be missed at the newly rejuvenated Central Goldfields Art Gallery.

An exploration of the multiplicity of love through the visual arts.

Exhibition will be on display until 14 April 2024.

Love is a source of inspiration for visual artists throughout history.  This exhibition explores love expressed through the themes of love of country, nature, self-love and love between people.  The exhibition is drawn from the Central Goldfields Art Gallery collection and other public collections. 

The exhibition also features photographs by Wal Richards, who photographed weddings in Maryborough and surrounds for nearly 50 years from the 1940s.

Open: Thursday-Sunday (10am-4pm) free entry. (Closed Good Friday)

Details: HERE

"Women On Women" Exhibition

Women artists in this exhibition explore the many challenges still facing women in today’s society. From the Suffragettes to the #metoo movement, this exhibition contributes to the current narrative surrounding gender, sexism and ageism. 

Women on Women (WoW) is curated by Satellite Projects in Melbourne in partnership with Central Goldfields Art Gallery. In response to and in support of the National Gallery of Australia’s recent project “Know My Name”.

The exhibition forms part of celebrations for International Women’s Day on 8 March 2024.

ARTISTS:
Tenar Dwyer
Starlie Geikie
Ruth O’Leary
Fiona Somerville
Tashara Roberts
Lyndal Walker

This amazing exhibition is at the Central Goldfields Art Gallery.

Open: Thursday-Sunday (10am-4pm) free entry (Closed Good Friday).

Wine Bar

The Wine Bar at the Bull & Mouth Hotel is opened over the Easter weekend.

Details: HERE

Carisbrook Town Hall Market

The Carisbrook Town Hall is an historic precinct in Carisbrook.

Visit the market that features confectionary, products, beverages, gifts and much more!

Explore the nature trail, the Old Gaol, and the historic streetscape of Carisbrook.

Sunday 31 March (9am-4pm)

Details: HERE

Possum Gully Fine Art Gallery

(11am-5pm) Possum Gully Fine Arts invites you to their latest exhibition and permanent collection.

The exhibition features prominent artists from our region and nearby locations.

The gallery is a unique mud brick building located near scenic Paddys Ranges.

(open Saturday & Sunday and Easter Monday)

Nearby Wineries

Our region and surrounds, offers our visitors a taste of gold, with their local wines and produce.

• Amherst Wines
• Dalwhinnie Wines
• Summerfield Winery and Accommodation

Skate & Scooter Park

Maryborough has a new Skate and Scooter Park, located at the Adventure Playground at Princes Park, Maryborough.

Autumn School Holiday Fun

We're into Autumn with Easter and school holidays.

Our Youth, Gallery and Library teams have put together a fun program of activities for young people aged from 3 to 25 years of age.

Full details: HERE

Maryborough Paramount Theatre

The Maryborough Paramount Theatre is screening the latest releases from the box office.

Treat yourself to a movie experience with fully stocked kiosk, bar & ice creams, in this historic theatre with twin cinemas (open Thursday to Monday)

151st Rheola Charity Carnival

This year is the 151st Rheola Charity Carnival held on Easter Monday.

Featuring a great day of events, including wood cutting, the Rheola Gift, live music, tractor pull, dog trials, pony club showjumping, vehicle and motorbike displays, Miss Carnival Girl and Master Tot, novelty rides, luncheon served, afternoon tea, BBQ, bar and much more!

Monday 1 April from 10am.

Proceeds in aid to the Dunolly and Inglewood Hospitals.

Further details: HERE

Maryborough Harness Racing Club Day Meeting

 Wednesday 3rd April (12pm) The Maryborough Harness Racing Club & Function Complex offers a full day of harness racing in a family friendly environment; dining and bar facilities available in a great venue.

Egg & Spoon Race & Family Picnic

The Dunolly Gilbert and Sullivan Festival present a fun family day at the Rene Fox Gardens on Sunday 31st March from 11am-3pm.

Come along and meet your neighbours.

BYO food and drink, chairs, or picnic rug (no alcohol).

Join in the Egg & Spoon Race for the kids.

Further details: HERE

Good Friday - 3 Person Ambrose

The Maryborough Golf Club is conducting a 3-person Ambrose to aid the Good Friday Royal Children's Hospital Appeal.

Gentsomes - get a team of three together for some fun on the golf course!

Shotgun start at 10.30am for 11am hit off on Friday March 29 March.

Further details: HERE

Experience the New Interpretative Visitor Centre

(9am-5pm) Visit our transformed Visitor Centre at the historic Railway Station, and experience our innovative new facilities.

Explore our latest extensive range of products created by local artisans and producers

Try your luck with 'Worth Its Weight in Gold' and view the Welcome Stranger production.

Open every day (except Good Friday) 9am-5pm.

Goldfields Reservoir Parkrun

A free, weekly, timed 5km walk/jog/run at 8am every Saturday.

Open to all ages and abilities.

Details: HERE

Prospecting Tours

Established in 2002, Coiltek Gold Centre has become the place to be in the Golden Triangle.

Staff at Coiltek Gold Centre are all very experienced in Gold detecting, prospecting and Gold prospecting equipment as well as accessories.

They are happy to offer assistance to you in your endeavours to find the elusive yellow metal.

For tour details: HERE

Heritage Tours of the Maryborough Railway Station

Maryborough Railway Station is truly magnificent! Why was it built in this small Victorian country town?

Join our one hour guided tour to explore the myths and stories surrounding the origins of the station.

Our tour guide will also highlight the intended purpose of each section of the station, some of the changes over time, and the craftsmanship and engineering of the day. There may also be some ghost stories.

Afterwards experience the grandeur and visit the former First-Class dining room, now a cafe, for morning or afternoon tea (additional to the tour).

Tour dates:

• Saturday mornings (11am-12pm)

Bookings: Visitor Information Centre - 035460 4511/$5 per person

Live Music - Easter at the Highland

Three Days of Fun!  Great Live Music

Join us at The Highland for some Easter fun! 

ALEXI COLA will be playing some awesome live tunes while you sit back and enjoy your Easter long weekend  FREE ENTRY over the whole weekend!

• Kick things off on Easter Thursday (28 March) - Alexi Cola will be playing live from 7pm in the Main Room.
• Then join us again on Easter Saturday (30 March) - they'll be playing from 7pm in our fantastic Beer Garden.
• Keep the fun going on Easter Sunday (31 March), Alexi Cola returns to the beer garden, playing live from 7pm 

So grab some mates, round up the fam, and come on down for a great time at The Highland this Easter - see you there! 

School Holidays Art Workshop - DIY 3D Heart Keyring/Necklace

Come into the Gallery to design and make your own air-dried clay heart creations (a keepsake, keyring or necklace) to take home.

School holiday workshop led by local artist and educator Jennifer Latch. Perfect for primary school aged children.

Bookings required, as places are limited: $5 per person

Call or email: [email protected]/ 035461 6600.

Further details: HERE

Maryborough Regional Library School Holiday Program

Join us these school holidays for some Sand Art fun and an after-hours storytime + craft session.

SAND ART:

Tuesday 2nd April 10am-11.30am at Maryborough & Dunolly libraries.

Come along to create a sand art masterpiece.

Free session, suitable for ages 4+ years. No booking required.

PYJAMA STORY TIME:

Maryborough Library - Wednesday 10th April, 6pm-7pm

Dunolly Library - Thursday 11th April, 6pm-7pm

Join us for a session full of songs & stories with a craft activity as well as milo + cookies. Don't forget your PJ's!

Free session, suitable for ages 3-12 years. No booking required.

Further details: HERE