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We’re excited to give you a first look at our 2025 festival program!

While some details are already in place, everything is still being finalised and may change (including time alterations). Stay tuned for updates and check back regularly for the most current information!

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ALL WEEKEND

Gardners Fun Park

Gardner's Fun Park

Police Paddocks, High Street

Family fun including Dodgem cars, Cha Cha, gold rush trains, jumping castles + more!

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Explore Beechworth

Various locations

Immerse yourself in our rich history by visiting our amazing historic museums, locations and tours. 

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Cultural Trail

Camp & Ford ST

Discover Beechworth’s unique Chinese heritage showcased in local business windows. Grab a trail map and explore.

Grand Parade

Grand Parade
Saturday 19th April

2 PM

Catch Every Act, Every Stage

Main Stage

CAMP ST

BHAN TRE

10AM

CHLOE JADE

11 AM

TORPEDOES

12:10 PM

BHAN TRE

1 PM

TORPEDOES

3:15 PM

ARENA

FORD ST

Albury Wodonga

Pipe Band

10 AM

Light Horse Reenactment

10:30 AM

Beechworth Wildlife Stays

11:15 AM

Wagga  & District Highland Pipe Band

12:15 PM

Hung Hing

Lion Dancers

1 PM

Indigo FM is bringing the 'gold vibe' to the Golden Horseshoes Festival with a three-hour themed playlist and podcast content, filling the gaps between live performances with golden tunes. - 88.0 FM

Cultural Stage

CAMP ST

Tales of Beechworth with Dan Goonan

10:30 AM

Filipino Australian Community of Albury Wodonga dancers

11 AM

Albury Wodonga
Bhangra dancers &
Shan-e-Punjab
Bhangra dancers

11:15 AM

Filipino Australian Community of Albury Wodonga dancers

12:15 PM

Albury Wodonga
Bhangra dancers &
Shan-e-Punjab
Bhangra dancers

12:45 PM

O'Shea Ryan Irish Dancers

1 PM

SATURDAY Full Program

Quercus Flea Market

Quercus Flea Market

QUERCUS GARDENS - FORD ST

Checkout the Quercus Flea and Art Market, selling old, unique and new wares

8 AM - 2 PM

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Roaming Performers

FORD & CAMP ST

Stilt walkers, period costumes, theatre skits, Balloonatic Bruce, Beechworths own Sarah Belle, The Beechworth Theatre and Animals of the Magic Mountains perform  throughout Ford & Camp St

9 AM - 2 PM

Rotary Craft Market

Rotary Craft Market

QUEEN VICTORIA PARK - SYDNEY RD

The Rotary Club Market features great stalls offering a wide range of arts and crafts, food and drinks, jewellery, clothing and bric-a-brac.

9 AM - 4 PM

Face Painting

Face Painting

BEECHWORTH BAKERY  & OTHER SITES- CAMP ST

Multiple face painting locations for the young at heart

10 AM - 2 PM

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Tales of Beechworth with Dan Goonan

CULTURAL STAGE - CAMP ST

Join local historian and storyteller Dan Goonan as he brings Beechworth’s rich history and culture to life.

10:30 AM

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Filipino Australian Community of Albury Wodonga dancers

CULTURAL STAGE - CAMP ST

Filipino dancers captivate with graceful movements and dynamic footwork, celebrating their rich cultural heritage through vibrant performances.

11 AM & 12:15 PM        

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Albury Wodonga
Bhangra dancers & Shan-e-Punjab Bhangra dancers

CULTURAL STAGE - CAMP ST

Immerse yourself in the lively rhythms and vibrant colors of Bhangra dance, featuring high-energy performances that celebrate tradition, culture, and pure joy!

11:25 AM & 12:45 PM

Wagga & Wangaratta Pipes and Drums

Wagga  & District Highland Pipe Band

ARENA - FORD ST

The Wagga and Wangaratta Pipes and Drums, with their harmonious blend of Highland music and vibrant drumming rhythms, epitomize the rich cultural heritage of Scotland, resonating with audiences far and wide.

12:15 PM

Easter Fun Run

BAARMUTHA PARK - BALACLAVA RD

Participate in 3km or 10km fun runs while raising funds for our local Football & Netball Club

Starts 9 AM

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Bonegilla Migrant Centre

CAMP ST

One in 20 Australians have a connection to Bonegilla Migrant Reception and Training Centre. Discover stories of courage, hope and resilience that shaped the journey of over 300,000 newly arrived migrants from the post-war period.

9 AM - 2 PM

Animal Nursery

Animal Nursery

FORD ST

An opportunity for kids to get up close with some of their favourite furry and feathered friends

9 AM - 4 PM

Quercus Chill Out Zone

Quercus Chill Out Zone

QUERCUS GARDENS - FORD ST

A safe space for families to relax, snack, colour and unwind.

10 AM - 2 PM

Light Horse Reenactment

Light Horse Reenactment

ARENA - FORD ST

Watch expert light horseman re-enact routines and listen to stories, histories and legends about our iconic Australian past.

10:30 AM

Chloe Jade

CHLOE JADE

MAIN STAGE - CAMP ST

Chloe Jade, an indie-folk singer-songwriter from Victoria’s North-East, blends soulful folk, blues, and country influences. Captivating audiences with dynamic live shows using a stomp box and loop pedal.

11 AM

Colorful Flags

Acknowledgement of Country & Festival Welcome

ROUNDABOUT FORD & CAMP ST

Join us for our Acknowledgment of Country, with Mayor Sophie Price and Greta, our festival poster designer, officially welcoming everyone!

11:50 AM

Hung Hing Lion Dancers

Hung Hing Lion Dancers

ARENA - FORD ST

We are proud to have the amazing Hung Hing Lion Dancers performing with their beautiful lions.

1 PM

Show & Shine

Show & Shine

FORD ST

Old Cranks Club presents a truly magnificent collection of vintage, veteran and classic era cars

9 AM - 1 PM

Food Court

Food Court

CAMP ST

An amazing array of food stalls and eateries in the heart of town. Feast while you enjoy a great program of live entertainment on stage and on the streets throughout the day

9 AM - 4 PM

Bhan Tre

BHAN TRE

MAIN STAGE - CAMP ST

For almost 30 years, Bhan Tre—have delighted audiences with their Celtic tunes and harmonies. Their music continues to captivate with foot-stomping energy and soul-stirring songs.

10 AM & 1 PM

Albury Wodonga Pipe Band

Albury Wodonga Pipe Band

ARENA - FORD ST

The Albury Wodonga Pipe Band, renowned for its spirited performances and traditional Scottish tunes, captivates audiences with its melodic bagpipe melodies and precision drumming.

10 AM

Crossley Engine

ALBERT RD

Feel the roar and vibration of one of the few Crossley engines left in the world. Originally purchased by the Zwar Bros. Beechworth Tannery in March 1936, this engine was the sole provider of electricity to the town for 10 years.

11 AM

Beechworth Wildlife Stays

Beechworth Wildlife Stays

ARENA - FORD ST

Local wildlife & reptile experts demonstrations

11:15 AM

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TORPEDOES

MAIN STAGE - CAMP ST

Local Rock'n'Roll & Blues legends the Torpedoes; Paul Wookey, Ado Osborne, Sean Curtis & Del Preston.

12:10 & 3:15 PM

Irish Dancers

O'Shea Ryan Irish DAncers

CULTURAL STAGE - CAMP ST

Irish dancers showcase tradition with fast footwork and rhythmic precision, mesmerizing audiences with vibrant energy.

1:10 PM

Grand Parade

GRAND PARADE

FORD ST

A celebration of our town, community and history with a fantastic array of floats, bands, dancers and more!

2 PM

Golden Horseshoes Festival Run Event

Festival Partner Run Event

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with thanks to the Victorian State Government through through the Multicultural Festivals and Events Program

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© Copyright 2025 Beechworth Golden Horseshoes Festival.

Contact: goldenhorseshoesfestival@gmail.com

We acknowledge the traditional owners and custodians of the land on which we gather and pay respects to Elders past, present and future for they hold the memories, culture, tradition and hopes of our First Nations people that contribute to our community.

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