Holiday houses & accommodation in Shepparton

A relaxed rural city in the north of Victoria, Shepparton is a great holiday destination for visitors of all ages. The city is situated in the picturesque Goulburn Valley, and the surrounding region has a rich agricultural heritage, with a reputation for fine produce. Visitors to Shepparton will be pleased with the great range of holiday lettings that are available, enabling them to enjoy all the comforts of home while exploring the city's many attractions.

Art and culture in Shepparton

The outstanding Shepparton Art Museum is situated on Welsford Street in the heart of the city, and houses a fine collection of over 3,000 artworks. With its main focus on Australian ceramics and contemporary works, it holds regular exhibitions highlighting the work of local artists and those from further afield. Throughout the year, a comprehensive range of special programs and other events takes place at the gallery, For performing arts enthusiasts, the city's Riverlinks venues are a popular destination, with shows ranging from live comedy and children's performances, to theatre and music.

Plenty of fun for the kids

Children of all ages will have loads of fun at the fabulous SPC KidsTown Adventure Playground. Situated on over five acres of parklands and surrounded by beautiful native bush, the playground features fenced play areas designed to stimulate children's imagination and innate creativity. If you're visiting Shepparton during the warmer months, Aquamoves is another popular family excursion, with pools, swimming lessons, and much more.

Young history lovers will enjoy visiting the Shepparton Heritage Centre Museum, which provides visitors with a glimpse into the town's early colonial days. With a collection of around 100 heritage vehicles, Shepparton Motor Museum is another great excursion destination that kids will love. However, if your children enjoy more creative pursuits, the city also has some great art programs. Both the Shepparton Art Museum and Shepparton Library hold regular children's activities, especially during school holidays.

Festivals and other regular events

Taking place each October, Shepparton's longest-running annual event is the Shepparton Agricultural Show, first held in 1877. A classic country fair, it's a celebration of the region's agricultural heritage and an event that the whole family will enjoy, with farming exhibitions and plenty of showground rides. Other major festivals include the Greater Shepparton KidsFest, Shepparton Festival, and Shepparton Food and Wine Expo.

Many smaller community events are also held regularly in the Shepparton area. Shepparton Farmers Market takes place every Sunday, except for Easter Sunday, and is one of the best places in the city for purchasing fresh, locally-grown produce. There are several other regular community markets in the neighbouring towns, including Nathalia Market, which takes place on the third Saturday each month, and Numurkah Lions Broken Creek Market, held on the third Saturday every second month.

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