Opening Night - 'circus, sideshow & showoff'

all welcome - free event

5.30pm - Midnight: Spring Arts Walk Opening Night art exhibitions in cafe venues in Mansfield. All art is for sale. Event starts at Hotel Delatite for opening ceremonies and announcement of winner of ‘Mansfield Visual Arts Open Prize’ and ProActive 'Head Above Water' sculpture prize.
Tour the cafes with special theatrical hosts in a night of sideshow, carnival and spontaneity tasting local wines and gourmet food as you do the Spring Arts Walk.
From 8.00pm: Spring Art Walk continues with live music in cafe venues.
Book for dinner and live music at a local cafe:
Mansfield Produce Store 5779 1401, Tangel-Oz 5779 1600,
The Deck on High 5775 1144, Witches Brew 5775 2623

8.00 Serenity supper dance fundraiser at the Bonnie Doon Rec Hall.
Enquiries Maureen Styles 5779 1577

Daily: Spring Arts Walk exhibitions continue till Monday 2 November

10.00 – 5.00pm: ‘Wooden Animal Totems’ exhibition by Dean Smith ‘Dancing Bear’ and ‘Quirky Zoo Animals’ photographic exhibition at the Mansfield Zoo

11.00am:artVision - Mansfield Spiritual Art Prize exhibition opening at St John's Church Hall, Highett St, by the Bishop of Wangaratta

2.00pm: Artist Talk by Karl Shields at Cafe 41. Come and meet the artist in an informal setting and enjoy great food at the same time. Karl will talk about his work and what inspires him to create his fantastic large scal acrylic landscapes. Free event.

11.00 - 3.00pm: Mansfield Historical Society display at the station precinct

8.00 – 1.00pm: Mansfield Farmers Market. Fresh regional produce, straight from the farmer. Bottom Terrace, Highett St

9.00am: Mansfield Farmers Market official opening ceremonies.

10.00am - 4.00pm: Student Arts in the Open Garden. Refreshments available. (108 Highett St)

12.00noon: Free childrens art lessons at Student Arts in the Open Garden, 108 Highett Street

9.00am - 3.00pm: Open Day and Fair at Mansfield Rudolf Steiner School & Kindergarten:
9am-1pm: Variety of Stalls/School Tour
1pm-3pm continuing with food and a variety of musical entertainment.

Theatre Sports

2.00pm:
Theatresports afternoon workshop. Sleeves up and hands on - build confidence, lateral thinking, storytelling, self expression, characterisation, teamwork and communication skills at the Mansfield Performing Arts Centre. Register with Mansfield Shire Council 5775 8555

3.30pm:
Theatresports afternoon performance. A short production featuring the participants in the workshop. Mansfield Performing Arts Centre. $5 entry at the door

7.00pm:
The Professional Theatresports Touring Company Live!! This is thinking-on-your-feet, never-lost-for-words and flying-by-the-seat-of-your-pants all rolled into one, with side-splitting results! Featuring Theatresports stars John Knowles, Michael Gregory, Patti Styles, Nicola Parry (of Thank God You're Here fame) and impro musician Gep Blake . Tickets $25 from Mansfield Shire Council, 5775 8555. An evening of high energy mayhem!

Daily: Spring Arts Walk exhibitions continue till Monday 2 November

10.00 – 5.00pm: ‘Wooden Animal Totems’ exhibition by Dean Smith ‘Dancing Bear’ and ‘Quirky Zoo Animals’ photographic exhibition at the Mansfield Zoo

11.00 – 6.00pm: artVision Spiritual Art exhibition. St John’s Hall

11.00am: Artist Talk by Brian Langevad at Tangel-oz. Brian has a unique style of visual art and this is a chance to get to know what inspires him. Enjoy great food at this informal 'meet the artist' setting.

2.00: Artist Talk by Richard White at the Witches Brew. Richard is a freelance photographer who lives in Mansfield, Victoria in South Eastern Australia. He is a Double Master of Photography with the Australian Institute of Professional Photography (AIPP), a regular judge at their annual convention and a past president of the Victorian Division. In 2003 he won the Landscape division of the Victorian Awards and received an Arts Council grant for overseas study. He is also a regular exhibitor of landscape photography and keynote speaker at photographic conventions.Enjoy great food at this informal 'meet the artist' setting. www.richardwhite.com.au

11.00 - 3.00pm:: Mansfield Historical Society display at the station precinct

10.00am: Registration for Dippy Charity Bike Ride at Botanic Park – all welcome

10.30am: Dippy Charity Bike Ride starts from Botanic Park. Riders will make their way clockwise around the 22 km Barwite Loop. The fundraiser for Mansfield Hospital is open to people of all riding levels & will be a relaxed & social event. Cost $7 includes a sausage sizzle style BBQ in the Botanic Park at the finish. Please BYO drinks both for the ride and the BBQ

2.00pm:'The Big Gig'. ‘The Big Gig’ will feature performances from the schools bands from around the district and the M.A.D orchestra. Presented by Mansfield Secondary College, the afternoon kicks off at 2pm at the Performing Arts Centre and entry is by gold coin donation. Enquiries 5775 2022

10.00am - 4.00pm:Student Arts in the Open Garden. Refreshments available
(108 Highett St).

10.00am – 4.00pm:The Jamieson Open Gardens – 5 charming gardens in and around beautiful Jamieson township. Tickets & map at Snowgum Nursery and garden gates, Mansfield, $10 (all gardens) or $5 per garden. Refreshments available

12.00noon: Free children's art lessons at Student Arts in the Garden, 108 Highett Street. No bookings necessary

4.00pm: Student Arts in the Open Garden awards ceremony, 108 Highett St.

6.00pm - 7.30pm: Indigenous Welcome Ceremony and art exhibition by Chris Thorne and Ros Goode at Spirits High, Paps Lane. All welcome. Enquiries 5779 1386

8.00pm: “Life’s a Circus’ Film Fest at Mansfield Armchair Cinema. For a discounted four day Film Festival pass (Sun - Wed) phone 5775 2049

Daily: Spring Arts Walk exhibitions continue till Monday 2 November

9.00 – 3.00pm: artVision Spiritual Art exhibition. St John’s Church Hall

6.00pm - 8.00pm:Acorn Art Show Opening Night cocktail party – 8 Highett St. Everyone welcome. Tickets at Wallaby Ritz, $15 includes supper and glass of bubbly. www.acornartists.com

10.00 – 5.00pm: ‘Wooden Animal Totems’ exhibition by Dean Smith ‘Dancing Bear’ and ‘Quirky Zoo Animals’ photographic exhibition at the Mansfield Zoo

11.00 - 3.00pm: Mansfield Historical Society display at the station precinct

8.00pm: Film Festival at Mansfield Armchair Cinema. For a discounted Film Festival four day pass phone 5775 2049

Daily: Spring Arts Walk exhibitions continue till Monday 2 November

9.00 – 3.00pm: Spring Arts Walk. artVision Spiritual Art exhibition. St John’s Church Hall, Highett St

10.00 – 5.00pm: ‘Wooden Animal Totems’ exhibition by Dean Smith ‘Dancing Bear’ and ‘Quirky Zoo Animals’ photographic exhibition at the Mansfield Zoo

6.30: Artist Talks by Sandy Macfarlane and Ilsa Jones at the Produce Store. Enjoy great food and wine in this informal 'meet the artist' session.

11.00 - 3.00pm: Mansfield Historical display at the station precinct

8.00pm: “Life’s a Circus’ Film Fest at Mansfield Armchair Cinema.
Enquiries 5775 2049

Daily: Spring Arts Walk exhibitions continue till Monday 2 November

Daily: Spring Arts Walk. Acorn Art Show, 8 Highett St

9.00 – 3.00pm: Spring Arts Walk. artVision Spiritual Art exhibition. St John’s Church Hall, Highett St

10.00 – 5.00pm: ‘Wooden Animal Totems’ exhibition by Dean Smith ‘Dancing Bear’ and ‘Quirky Zoo Animals’ photographic exhibition at the Mansfield Zoo

11.00 - 3.00pm: Mansfield Historical Society display at the station precinct

8.00pm: “Life’s a Circus’ Film Fest at Mansfield Armchair Cinema.
Enquiries 5775 2049

Daily: Spring Arts Walk exhibitions continue till Monday 2 November

Daily: Acorn Art Show, 8 Highett St

9.00 – 3.00pm: Spring Arts Walk. artVision Spiritual Art exhibition. St John’s Church Hall, Highett St

10.00 – 5.00pm: ‘Wooden Animal Totems’ exhibition by Dean Smith ‘Dancing Bear’ and ‘Quirky Zoo Animals’ photographic exhibition at the Mansfield Zoo

5.00pm: Artist Talks by Wendy Jagger and Lyn Cole, both ceramicists but with totally unique styles. Wendy with her fine porcelain and Lyn with her large 'earthy' constructions. They will talk about their work and inspirations. Feel free to enjoy beautiful Thai food and a local wine at this 'meet the artist' session at The Deck on High

11.00 - 3.00pm: Mansfield Historical Society display at the station precinct

9.00 – 12noon: Universal Childrens Day activities at the Sporting Complex. Pre-school and under, but all children are welcome accompanied by an adult. Free event, no booking required

6.00 – 7.30pm: ‘Fascinating Cocktail Party’ at the Racecourse. Race Club Members and sponsors only in this big night out pre-cup event. Ladies wear your fascinator, prize for most fascinating fascinator. Bookings essential 5775 3138 includes fabulous finger food and drinks. Membership enquiries 5775 3138

Daily: Spring Arts Walk exhibitions continue till Monday 2 November

9.00 – 3.00pm: Spring Arts Walk. artVision Spiritual Art exhibition. St John’s Church Hall, Highett St

10.00 – 5.00pm: ‘Wooden Animal Totems’ exhibition by Dean Smith ‘Dancing Bear’ and ‘Quirky Zoo Animals’ photographic exhibition at the Mansfield Zoo

6.00pm - 8.00pm: Mansfield Hospital Auxiliary Art Show opening. Presentation of Mansfield Rotary Club Award. Tickets at the door $20 includes wine & canapes

11.00 - 3.00pm: Mansfield Historical Society display at the station precinct

7.00am - 9.00am: Autistic Centre ‘Breakfast on the Lawn’. Adults $6 Children $3

1.00pm - 3.00pm: Combined Schools Music Concert in central High Street

4.30 - 6.00pm: African Drumming & Dance Workshop at the Mansfield Neighbourhood House run by Simon Lewis and Mitzi McCrae of Melbourne Djembe. Bookings $10 call Sue Arndt 5775 8575

7.15pm - 8.00pm: Dance to the djembes. African drumming and dance workshop for kids on the High Street median strip

Dusk: CFA Torchlight Procession starts at CFA shed in Mansfield and then works its way along High St to the Botanical Park

After dark Fireworks Extravaganza and entertainment at the Mansfield Botanic Park

8.00pm: Bracket & Jam at the Produce Store with Jo Jo Smith & Alastair Pirie & a host of Mansfield’s finest musicians - bookings for dinner 5779 1404

Daily: Spring Arts Walk exhibitions continue till Monday 2 November

9.00 - 4.00: Median to Rare Sculpture exhibition with
Prize award ceremonies at 3.30pm

9.00 – 6.00pm: artVision Spiritual Art exhibition. St John’s Hall

9.00am - 4.00pm: Mansfield Hospital Auxiliary Art Show. Highett St

10.00 – 5.00pm: ‘Wooden Animal Totems’ exhibition by Dean Smith ‘Dancing Bear’ and ‘Quirky Zoo Animals’ photographic exhibition at the Mansfield Zoo

11.00 - 3.00pm: Mansfield Historical Society display at the station precinct

9.00am - 2.00pm: Bushmarket in Highett St, Mansfield

9.00am - 2.00pm: Devenshire Teas at St John's Church Hall.

9.00am - 4.00pm: St Johns Floral Festival & Devonshire Teas in Highett St. Gold coin donation supporting local community welfare. An Open Gardens Festival event

10.00am: Apex Medley in High Street

11.00am: Grand Parade in High Street

10.00 am - 4.00pm: Jamieson Photographic & Art Exhibition at Jamieson Hall. Gold coin donation

2.00pm - 6.20pm: Mansfield Charity Pro Rodeo at Mansfield Showgrounds. Fully catered, no BYO. Adults $20, Family $40, student (over 15) $10, Concession $15. Saturday night bar & entertainment $10 cover charge. Enquiries: 0429 128 131

8.00 – 12.00pm: Saturday Night’s Alright For Dancing at St Mary’s Hall. Dance to live music of local band 'Gunna Do Covers'. BYO Food & Drink. $25 tickets from Mansfield Hospital 5775 2111

Daily: Spring Arts Walk exhibitions continue till Monday 2 November

11.00 – 6.00pm: Spring Arts Walk. artVision Spiritual Art exhibition. St John’s Church Hall

10.00am - 4.00pm: Mansfield Hospital Auxiliary Art Show. Highett St

10.00 am - 4.00pm: Jamieson Photographic & Art Exhibition at Jamieson Hall.
Gold coin donation

10.00 – 5.00pm: ‘Wooden Animal Totems’ exhibition by Dean Smith ‘Dancing Bear’ and ‘Quirky Zoo Animals’ photographic exhibition at the Mansfield Zoo

11.00 - 3.00pm: Mansfield Historical Society display at the station precinct

9.00 Bonnie Doon Market. Bonnie Doon Community Park. Stalls, bric-a-brac, treasure, live music and food

9.15am - 10.00am: Fun Run registration, Botanic Park

10.00am Mansfield Fun Run starts at Botanic Park

11.00 – 4.00pm: St Johns Church Floral Festival, Highett St. Gold coin donation.

10.00 – 12noon: Topiary Workshop at High County Maze & Nursery, Goughs Bay. Learn the fine art of topiary. Workshop $10 bookings essential 5777 3190. Open Garden (not Maze) open all day to the public $5 at the gate.
678 Goughs Bay Rd, Goughs Bay

11.00am - 3.00pm: St John's Church Floral Festival in Highett St.

11.00am - 4.00pm:Mansfield Garden Club Open Gardens. Four gardens - 2 town & 2 country. $10 Entry tickets to all gardens and map available from Snowgum Nursery, Mansfield. Raffle, plant stall and refreshments available at the Dueran garden.

3.00pm - 5.00pm:Topiary Workshop at High County Maze & Nursery, Goughs Bay. Learn the fine art of topiary. Workshop $10 bookings essential 5777 3190. Open Garden (not Maze) open all dayto the public. $5 at the gate.

11.30am - 4.30pm: High Country Heritage Day at Maindample. Historic displays, demonstrations, engines, shearing, animals, stalls, craft, live music and so much more. All round family entertainment. It’s a big day at Maindample so come early.

4.30pm: Cafe Concert Series presents ‘The New Melbourne Jazz Band’ on the Station Platform. Party atmosphere, bring a chair and enjoy the vibe. Refreshments available. Tickets $25 - Bookings Wallaby Ritz 5775 2276. (Wet weather venue is Mansfield Performing Arts Centre, View St)

Daily: Spring Arts Walk exhibitions final day

10.00am - 3.00pm: Mansfield Hospital Auxiliary Art Show. Highett St

10.00 – 5.00pm: ‘Wooden Animal Totems’ exhibition by Dean Smith ‘Dancing Bear’ and ‘Quirky Zoo Animals’ photographic exhibition at the Mansfield Zoo

7.00pm: Spring Arts Walk Auction at the Masonic Hall. A sensational finale to the Spring Arts Walk. Last chance to pick up a great piece of art from the Spring Arts Walk and Hospital Art Show. Register at 7.00pm, auction starts at 7.30pm. Food & drinks available

11.00 - 3.00pm: Mansfield Historical Society display at the station precinct

10.00am: Wetlands Discovery guided walking tour (approx. 45mins). Meet at Visitor Info Centre. Be introduced to our local wetlands and learn about the history of the rail station and native flora and fauna. Free event.

11.45am - 4.30pm: Andy Cowan at Kinloch – Pre Melbourne Cup Luncheon. Cost $55 per head which includes lunch – wine and beverages at Cellar Door prices. Bookings essential 5777 3447.

3.00pm: ‘Quirky Zoo Animals’ photographic exhibition winners announced at the Mansfield Zoo

11.00 - 3.00pm: Mansfield Historical Society display at the station precinct

10.00 – 5.00pm: ‘Wooden Animal Totems’ exhibition by Dean Smith ‘Dancing Bear’ at the Mansfield Zoo

11.00am - 5.00pm: Mansfield Picnic Cup race meeting, featuring Fashions on the Field marquees, bar & gourmet food, TAB and children’s activities. A fun family day in spectacular style. Avoid the queue into the racecourse and fast track your access into the event by pre-purchasing an entry ticket from Mansfield Tattslotto.