On Saturday morning, McDonald Street is alive and vibrant. The market features many stalls, a barbecue lunch, street entertainment, pottery demonstrations and busking for all to enjoy.
A barbecue lunch is proudly supplied by OLHC Primary School, Murtoa.
A delightful morning for all, and a great chance to meet up with family and friends.
Murtoa’s Show’n’Shine event is a fun event that runs in conjunction with the Monster Street Market on Saturday morning. Cars from Victorian Car Clubs along with various categories of motorbikes will keep the vehicle enthusiast entertained.
The Murtoa Cup kicks off the Country Cup Race Meetings in the region and is held on Saturday 3rd October 2020.
Maybe it’s your end of season football or netball trip? Or maybe it’s your birthday? Or a bucks or hens party? Or perhaps you are in town for Murtoa’s Big Weekend? Whatever your celebration, a day at the Murtoa Races should be on your calendar this year and will not disappoint.
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Come and explore the recently renovated Railway Station and take in the wonderful railway exhibition.
Within the circular walls of the 1886 Railway Water Tower are three floors include the famous James Hill taxidermy collection of over 500 birds and other fauna of national importance.
Concordia Cottage is the last remaining section of the original Lutheran Concordia College established at Murtoa in the 1890s. It holds interesting local historical material.
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Meet at the Murtoa Cemetery to listen to interesting historical stories that will entertain and amaze!
The Nationally Heritage listed site will be open for inspection over the three days of Murtoa’s Big Weekend. This monumental structure is the largest timber-framed structure still standing in Victoria and is fundamental to Victoria and Australia’s cultural identity. It is an enduring testament to iconic Australian bush ingenuity and a symbol of the growth and strength of the Australian grains industry. Immense in size, the Stick Shed spans the length of five Olympic swimming pools and has been dubbed the ‘Cathedral of the Wimmera’.
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This display of antique engines and related artefacts is another huge attraction.
Included in the impressive museum are four massive single piston Richard-Hornsby engines dating back to 1910 which are believed to be the only set of four remaining on their original footings in the world. An additional display of Single Cylinder Engine Tractors are a major drawcard. Watching them run is a truly unforgettable experience and the Sumpoilers have added a wonderful array of other engines, allied items and artefacts to the display from their own collections.
Be amazed with blacksmithing demonstrations. Not to be missed!
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At the end of your Big Weekend Saturday, make your way to the Railway Hotel where friendly hosts Bill and Kath will keep you quenched and fed with delicious meals!
Entertainment included.
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