Things to do in Wagga Wagga

Live Music & Concerts

Fashion Parade Fundraiser by Loved and Found

Thu, 29 Oct, 6:00 pm AEDT

Wagga Wagga · From $22

Forget supermodels. Forget fast fashion. Forget everything you think a fashion parade should be. Frocktober is bringing fashion to the Thirsty Crow Brewery and the catwalk is going to be anything but predictable. Join them for a gloriously eclectic night of second-hand fashion, fabulous folk and a whole lot of fun, raising money for two great causes.

Sports & Recreation

Pink Race Day

Fri, 30 Oct, 12:00 pm AEDT

Wagga Wagga · Check price with organiser

Get ready to paint the Murrumbidgee Turf Club pink in support of local Prime7 News reporter Steph Muir, supporting her mission to raise funds and awareness for the National Breast Cancer Foundation, following her own personal diagnosis. There will be great racing, hospitality offerings, live music and more! Visit The MTC website for further information.

Live Music & Concerts

Small Steps - Curtain Call Hits from Musicals

Fri, 30 Oct, 6:00 pm AEDT

Wagga Wagga · From $35

Join them for Curtain Call – Hits from Musicals, as the Small Steps dancers take to the stage for a special showcase inspired by some of our favourite musicals. Curtain Call is a celebration of music, dance and all the hard work our students have put in throughout the year. They can't wait to see you there!

Classes & Workshops

Halloween Brick Party | Adult Lego Workshop

Fri, 30 Oct, 7:30 pm AEDT

Wagga Wagga · From $65

Enter if you dare...celebrate Halloween at an Adults Only Lego Brick Party! Bring spooky stories to life with creative challenges, enjoy party food and sweet treat​s, and then build a Halloween Pumpkin (#40697) to bring home for future play! Costumes are encouraged!!! Suitable for participants 18+

Theatre & Shows

Breaking Off

Sat, 31 Oct, 12:00 am AEDT

Wagga Wagga · Free admission

Mike Parr is widely regarded as one of Australia's pre-eminent artists. Since staging his first solo exhibition in 1970, Parr has developed a distinctive practice spanning performance, printmaking, painting, sculpture, and installation for more than 40 years. His work is characterised by its cathartic intensity, emerging from personally demanding processes that explore the limits of language and the body. Central to his practice is the extensive "Self-Portrait" series, encompassing over 1,000 works across multiple media. Breaking Off will present a series of etchings that investigate Parr's struggle with the memory of his late brother Tim and their relationship, alongside Ships In The Night, large-scale photographic documentation drawn from Parr's performance archive spanning 1975–2005. Following its installation and durational blind painting performance at Syrup Contemporary, the documentation is now partly visible and partly blacked out, acting as both record and residue. Installed across 20 metres of gallery walls, the work will be accompanied by a video and photostream of Parr's performance, documented by his longtime cinematographer Gotaro Uematsu and stills photographer Zan Wimberley.

Theatre & Shows

Oracle and Riverine Nocturne

Sat, 31 Oct, 12:00 am AEDT

Wagga Wagga · Free admission

An oracle is a portal to the unknown — a person, place or object believed to hold knowledge, power or a connection to something beyond us. Oracle considers the talismanic qualities of jewellery and the ways a piece can transcend adornment to embody meaning, power and identity. Bringing together nearly 50 works from the Griffith Regional Art Gallery's National Contemporary Jewellery Collection and Wagga Wagga Art Gallery collections the exhibition explores jewellery as wearable artwork, charged with stories, symbolism and possibilities. Featuring work by Blanche Tilden, Bronwyn Goss, Marian Hosking, Peter Tully, Julie Blyfield, Christel van der Laan, Johannes Kuhnen, Tracy Pateman and Juanita McLauchlan, Oracle reveals the extraordinary ways contemporary jewellers have used material, form and symbolism to create objects that carry meaning beyond their physical form. Woven throughout the exhibition is Riverine Nocturne, a wall drawing by regional artist Sophie Chauncy. Living and working on Yanco Creek near Narrandera, Chauncy draws on the regional topography, waterways, landscapes, native species and nocturnal magic of this place. Sitting quietly alongside the jewellery, Riverine Nocturne becomes almost a whisper, offering glimpses of the landscape, its species and stories, and a sense of the place in which the exhibition sits.

Theatre & Shows

Wagga Model Aero Club Flying Display - Radio Controlled Model Aircraft

Sat, 31 Oct, 12:00 am AEDT

Uranquinty · Free admission

The Wagga Model Aero Club will be hosting the Military Scale event, the weekend of radio controlled Military Scale model aircraft at the clubs flying field. This iconic event with always attracts the finest examples of Military Scale model warbirds planes.

Sports & Recreation

Wagga Wagga Road Runners - Saturday Runs

Sat, 31 Oct, 12:00 am AEDT

Wagga Wagga · Check price with organiser

Wagga Wagga Road Runners club is a non-profit community group of families and individuals who engage in running and walking activities throughout the year. A major aim is to encourage runners and walkers of all abilities to enjoy exercising for fitness and health. See their website for details on full year calendar run on locations and times.

Markets & Expos

Markets by the Lake

Sat, 31 Oct, 9:00 am AEDT

Lake Albert · Free admission

Enjoy the regular Markets by the Lake, with yummy food and drinks available for purchase including bacon and egg rolls, sausage sandwiches, steak and onion sandwiches, cold soft drinks and water. Stalls also include arts, crafts, local produce, children's activities, entertainment, and much more all on the shores of beautiful Lake Albert.

Markets & Expos

Mates Gully Market

Sat, 31 Oct, 9:00 am AEDT

Wagga Wagga · Check price with organiser

Come along to this Mates Gully Market, every Saturday for your fresh seasonal produce. Picked fresh from their farm in North Wagga, they have a variety of fruit and vegetables for you to enjoy. Also available, freshly baked sourdough.

Classes & Workshops

Welcoming Aurora - Book Launch

Sat, 31 Oct, 10:30 am AEDT

Wagga Wagga · Free admission

Meet the creative team behind Welcoming Aurora. Welcoming Aurora was created by three Wagga Wagga friends, science communicator, Dr Annabel Bowcher, jeweller and photographer, Emma Kidson, and illustrator and teacher, Tara O'Halloran. The travel book format combines Emma's extraordinary local photographs with Tara's original digital drawing style. Each page has something to discover and discuss. Set in and around Wagga Wagga, the story follows the Reed family as they visit Aunty Kate's farm between Mangoplah and Cookardinia. While searching for the perfect name for their new baby, the family shares stories, stargazes together, and experiences the wonder of the aurora australis dancing across the night sky. Following the aurora chase with the story creators, books will be available for purchase and signing along with light refreshments and craft activities inspired by Welcoming Aurora. This is an intergenerational event. Everyone is welcome.

Festivals & Fairs

Weekend Meet & Greet Encounters at Botanic Gardens Zoo

Sat, 31 Oct, 11:00 am AEDT

Turvey Park · Free admission

The zoo will be running meet-and-greet encounters every Saturday and Sunday (weather permitting). See the dingo and red kangaroo, walk around the zoo, including emu deer and camel feeding. Meet near the dingo enclosure and enjoy all the zoo has to offer.

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Entertainment Venues

Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre

Wagga Wagga

Located in the centre of the city on the banks of the Wollundry Lagoon, the Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre is a focus of cultural activities within the community. It regularly presents high quality productions including concerts, shows for kids, drama, comedy, circus and more. Meet up with friends before the show and enjoy a drink overlooking the Wollundry Lagoon. The venue operates a 491 seat theatre space and has two foyer spaces. The perfect contemporary space for theatre functions, product launches, presentations, meetings and cocktail functions.

Shopping and Markets

Kidsons Cycles

Wagga Wagga

Kidsons Cycles is about creating a hub of energy around the sport of cycling. They want to build an environment that you visit regularly not only to purchase bikes and cycling products but to talk about training find out about events and share your riding experiences with likeminded enthusiasts! Kidsons Cycles is a central meeting place for all cyclists, where you can connect with all the energy that being involved in this fantastic sport creates. They're always happy to share bike knowledge, help and advice to customers and always go the extra mile to make sure you get the right bike and equipment for your needs. For the best bikes, in a friendly and welcoming environment. Come and see them, we love to talk all things bike. Full range of hire bikes available.

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Tompson St Arts Precinct

Wagga Wagga

Browse artworks, textiles and wares made by Riverina artists, and speak to the people who made them in this exciting precinct of shops run by artists. The Tompson St Arts Precinct is an ever-evolving strip of creative businesses run by local artists showcasing original artworks and artisanal wares. Each of the shops is a local business that was created by an artist as part of the Renew Wagga Program led by Eastern Riverina Arts. Yellow House Art Gallery and Studio by Renew Wagga graduate Maggie Deall is a gallery and studio that represents the work of a range of emerging female artists and a space to collaborate, meet and support one another. Janine Middlemost is known for her eclectic fashion label Middlemost and is also a graduate of the Renew Wagga program. The Middlemost shop features not only her beautiful designs made from recycled fabrics but also provides workshops to the community. Each garment is a unique piece of wearable art.

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Galleries, Museums and Collections

Transgrid Discovery Hub

Wagga Wagga

Located in the heart of Wagga Wagga, the Transgrid Discovery Hub is a one-stop stop for visitors to access information, learn about energy and the unprecedented transformation occurring across the energy sector. Wagga is a crucial part of the Transgrid network and, with the construction of major infrastructure projects such as EnergyConnect, HumeLink, and VNI West - Wagga is positioned to be a major regional energy hub supporting not only the Riverina, but the National Electricity Market which services eastern Australia. This made Wagga the ideal location for establishment of the Discovery Hub, an exciting space for the community to learn more about transmission projects and Australia's transition to a clean energy future. Within the Discovery Hub you can learn about all aspects of electricity including power generation and transmission, the transition to renewables, engineering and construction processes, sustainability and innovation; and, careers in the energy sector

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Cadell Place Murals

Wagga Wagga

Discover a hidden gem of Wagga Wagga’s CBD. Cadell Place Murals are located between Fitzmaurice Street and the Murrumbidgee River. Drive down Cadell Place or park in the carpark and walk along the Wiradjuri Walking Track to get a better view. From here take you best selfies/photos and share with hashtag visitwagga. The six colourful murals were part of the 2018 and 2019 Lost Lanes Micro Festival. The murals include works by Australian artists who are listed below. Like a Bull – by Keo Match. Local People ft. Dane Simpson and Jada Whyman - by Reuben Broughtwood . Dane Edna - by Ling. Medusa – by Ignacio Querejeta . Murrumbidgee Flow by David 'Meggs' Hooke. Togetherness - by Creature Creature.

Image: City of Wagga Wagga

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Public Art Audio Trail

Wagga Wagga

Taking you along the banks of the Murrumbidgee River, through the CBD and along Fitzmaurice Street, this walking tour will introduce you to a selection of the wonderful artworks in Wagga Wagga. As you walk, scan the QR code at each stop to hear interviews with artists and the inspiration behind the artwork. The reasonably flat walk is approximately 3 kilometres and will take about 45-60 minutes at an easy pace.

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Entertainment Venues

Forum Cinemas Wagga Wagga

Wagga Wagga

Forum Cinemas is a six-cinema complex in the heart of Wagga. Offering a range of movies from the big blockbusters to art house features. Forum 6 showcases classic silver screen movies, as well as operas from the MET, and Australia, Special Events and Midnight Premieres. There's always something special on show for you or your family. Session times, trading hours and pricing are available on the website or Facebook page.

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Amusement and Theme Parks

Vortex Entertainment

Wagga Wagga

Vortex Entertainment is an immersive entertainment centre within a secure and inclusive setting. As the leading hub for family leisure, Vortex caters to a diverse range of age groups, with attractions including towering six-metre rock climbing walls, exhilarating High Ropes challenges, a dynamic ninja course, dedicated play areas for toddlers, bumper car rides, Virtual Reality experiences, private party rooms, 18 holes of mini golf and a cafe serving a delectable array of hot and cold food and drinks.

Shopping and Markets

Sturt Mall

Wagga Wagga

Sturt Mall is a sub-regional shopping centre located in the largest inland city in NSW, Wagga Wagga. Anchored by Coles, Kmart and The Reject Shop and supported by over 45 specialty stores the centre has a strong mix of local and national retailers. With 606 car spaces and single level shopping, the Sturt Mall is a convenient shopping destination offering shoppers fresh food, both eat-in and take- away, fashion and a variety of services.

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Natural Attractions

Riverside Wagga Beach

Wagga Wagga

Riverside Wagga Beach is a popular, natural, attraction in Wagga Wagga. There's great access to the Murrumbidgee River, plenty of grassed, shady spots for a picnic, sheltered barbecue areas, a large 'destination' playground, food and drink options, sculptures, event spaces and seats to just sit and watch the world go by. Splash about and cool off at the sandy beach area during the warmer months. Or, launch your kayak or canoe from here and see part of the city from the water. Riverside Wagga Beach is also home to a large 'destination' playground catering for all ages and abilities. Kids will be spoilt for choice with a variety of play equipment, and adults can enjoy coffee from nearby food and drink vans. Riverside Wagga Beach is also part of the Wiradjuri Walking Track in Wagga Wagga. Stop off here for a rest as you wander the track, or start here and discover more of the city. Wagga Beach is just five minutes from the city's CBD, so you don't have to travel far to find this small piece of paradise when you visit Wagga. If you do enjoy a dip in the Murrumbidgee River remember to have fun, but most of all, stay safe, wear a life vest and respect the river.

Parks and Gardens

Collins Park

Wagga Wagga

The tranquil setting of Collins Park provides the perfect family escape. Located in the centre of the park is a playground for the kids, with mature trees providing plenty of shady spots. Around the playground are a gazebo, a double barbecue and picnic benches. Collins Park is also rich in history and features several memorials and original gas lamps throughout.

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Shopping and Markets

Maison Mae

Wagga Wagga

Maison Mae is a curated women's fashion boutique in the heart of Wagga Wagga, located inside the Wagga Wagga Marketplace on Baylis Street. The boutique brings together a considered edit of Australian and international labels, including Mela Purdie, Verge, Nobody Denim, Nude Lucy, Toorallie and Goodsole, alongside Country Road, Witchery, Trenery and Mimco, which are available in store only. Visitors to Wagga Wagga can browse polished, easy-to-wear clothing, shoes, bags, jewellery and accessories, with friendly styling advice from the Maison Mae team and spacious, oversized change rooms. It's an ideal stop for travellers looking for a quality wardrobe piece, a travel-friendly outfit or a special gift to take home. Opened in November 2025 by local owners Louise and Scott Parker, Maison Mae was created to give women in Wagga Wagga and the Riverina access to quality fashion close to home. The boutique is open seven days, with late-night shopping on Thursdays.