The Patchewollock Music Festival began in 2012 as a one-off event. Still, following the warm reception and its success, it became an annual event that brings together locals and foreign visitors for a fun weekend of music and entertainment.
The event is run by a team of volunteers drawn from the region. They have crafted a unique festival that offers entertainment and various music genres to cater to the diversity of all visitors.
Patchewollock Music Festival, 2025 Dates & Program Schedule, VIC
Like most good ideas, the Patchewollock Music Festival began at the local bar. One evening in September 2012, one bloke said to another, “We need some live entertainment in this part of the world.” Initially thought to be a one-off celebration of the ‘Year of the Farmer,’ the event was so successful that it was subsequently decided to turn it into an annual event.
Run by volunteers, this unique bush festival has become a must-attend on the festival calendar. The committee works hard to provide entertainment for all ages, using various genres to suit many tastes, including music, theatre, bush poetry, and workshops. Some of the amazing artists to appear on stage at Patchewollock to date include the Davidson Brothers, Sara Storer, Eric Bogle, Neil Murray, Greg Champion, Mick Thomas, Pete Denahy, Sal Kimber, Nick Charles, Cat Canteri, Liz Stringer, Lloyd Spiegel, Michael Waugh and The Hillbilly Goats.
This year will be our 11th annual Patchewollock Music Festival, but it will be our 12th year running, including the first year of the Farmer Celebration Event.
Patchewollock Music Festival is a true cultural exchange between performers and visitors, who are treated to a rustic experience of ‘living in the bush’.
The festival takes place on the main street of Patchewollock, which is based around the Patchewollock Hotel. The roads are closed off to accommodate the market stalls and food vans and to ensure the safety of all attendees.
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