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Be part of the inaugural Canola Gateway Festival as Junee comes alive to celebrate the start of the Riverina's iconic canola season.

Held in the heart of the Riverina, the festival showcases the very best of regional NSW through live music, local food and wine, community spirit, and the breathtaking golden landscapes that make canola season one of the most spectacular times to visit the region.

Whether you're joining us for one event or making a weekend of it, the Canola Gateway Festival offers an unforgettable celebration of country hospitality, culture, and community.

GOLDEN GATEWAY CONCERT – SATURDAY

The Golden Gateway Concert is the festival's premier Saturday evening event, combining live music, regional food and wine, local hospitality, and an unforgettable concert experience in the beautifully restored Athenium Theatre.

The afternoon begins in the Athenium Green Space, where guests can relax with a drink from the outdoor bar, enjoy food trucks, explore our Canola Trail installation, capture memories at the festival Instagram frame, and soak up the atmosphere with live acoustic entertainment as the sun sets over Junee.

As Golden Hour arrives, the celebration continues with more live music, regional flavours, and a vibrant festival atmosphere before moving inside the Athenium Theatre for an incredible evening of live entertainment.

Whether you're travelling the Canola Trail, planning a weekend getaway, or simply looking for a fantastic night out, the Golden Gateway Concert offers the perfect blend of music, community, food, and country hospitality.

This is more than a concert - it's the official opening celebration of canola season in Junee.

CAN ASSIST YELLOW LUNCHEON – SUNDAY

Continue your Canola Gateway Festival experience on Sunday with the Can Assist Yellow Luncheon, a long-table celebration of community, connection, and regional hospitality.

Set amongst the vibrant atmosphere of Memorial Park Harvest Day, the Yellow Luncheon brings together locals and visitors to enjoy a memorable afternoon showcasing the best of the Riverina. Guests will be treated to a delicious seasonal menu, local produce, live entertainment, and the warm country hospitality that Junee is renowned for.

The luncheon proudly supports Can Assist Junee, helping provide practical and financial assistance to local people and families affected by cancer. By attending, you are not only enjoying a fantastic festival experience but also contributing to an organisation that makes a real difference within our community.

Guests are encouraged to embrace the spirit of the occasion by wearing a touch of yellow as we celebrate the golden canola season and support an important local cause.

Following the luncheon, visitors are invited to explore the wider Memorial Park Harvest Day festivities, featuring market stalls, local producers, community displays, entertainment, family activities, and a showcase of everything that makes the Riverina such a special place to live and visit.

WEEKEND FESTIVAL PACKAGE

Want the complete Canola Gateway Festival experience?

A limited number of Weekend Festival Packages are available, providing entry to both the Golden Gateway Concert on Saturday evening and the Can Assist Yellow Luncheon on Sunday.

It's the perfect way to experience everything the festival has to offer while enjoying a full weekend of music, food, community, and country hospitality in the heart of the Riverina.

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