The Gellibrand River Blues Festival is an annual two day event held on the last weekend in February. It is promoted by the Gellibrand River community, traders, artists and artisans.

A Blues Music Festival is held at the Gellibrand River Hotel, Gellibrand River which is 25 kms south of Colac on the Saturday, featuring some of Australia’s top Blues Bands.

On the Sunday, the Markets are held in Rex Norman Reserve, where there is Otways produce, including blueberry products, plants and conserves and a chance to learn about the blueberry industry. There is also local Arts and Craft on display and for sale, as well as food and local entertainment.

The Market Day

The Market

The Festival Market will be held on Sunday February 25th from 10am -2pm, with local food producers, artists and artisans, scrumptious food, new exciting activities for the children and of course Blueberry products in Rex Norman Reserve right in the centre of Gellibrand. Music will continue with local performers entertaining you while you browse. Our region supports some amazing food and produce, so come along for a taste sensation.

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The Music Festival

The Music

The event will be held from Friday, February 23 2024, to Sunday February 25th.  Friday night from 6.00 pm to 10 pm and on Saturday from 12.00 noon till 10.00 pm. We will also have our popular Markets again from 10.00 am till 3.00pm on Sunday, and yes, we will have all our Blueberry treats, all in all, we look forward to a great Festival.

The line-up to be announced.

This will be our 11th annual Festival, we are continuing our tradition of bringing you the best blues bands in the country at the new venue, The Gellibrand River Hotel, Gellibrand. We have 10 hours of non-stop Blues as well as good food and drinks. We look forward to seeing you there!

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