Light up your winter at Mirboo North 'Winterfest'

THE Mirboo North Winterfest will bring warmth and light to the cold and dark when the town comes alive on the last weekend in July.

The family friendly event will encompass a lantern parade, art show, market, and dance, DJ and art workshops.

Live entertainment will be blasting out from the pop-up tipi at Baromi Park, supplemented by food vans and a bar.

Winterfest will kick off on Friday night, July 29 with the Art Show's opening party, the show will run all weekend in the Shire Hall, while the ever-popular Arty Bras exhibit will be in full swing at the ArtSpace.

A bumper Mirboo North Market will take place on Saturday morning, July 30 with all your favourite stalls on deck, but with a wintery twist you’re sure to love.
Workshops will run throughout the weekend, with something for all ages - kids, teens, adults and all! Join a West African drum and dance workshop, learn to DJ, develop your own beautiful abstract artwork, or take on a session of modern stitching or rebel floristry.

On Saturday night, July 30, Mirboo North’s first-ever lantern parade will see the main street closed and transformed into a trail of light from beautiful handmade lanterns made by locals and visitors alike.

Local businesses will be offering special winter-themed drinks, meals, treats and live music to welcome you in from the elements.

Meanwhile, over in Baromi Park, the pop-up tipi will act as a hub for the festivities, including live music, fire twirlers, live ice sculpting, food vans and a bar.
It’s all happening at Mirboo North from Friday, July 29 to Sunday, July 31.

The full program is available at http://www.mirboonorthwinterfest.com.au