SUNDAY, MAY 17TH

Giro di Myrtleford

9.00 – 10.00am

WHERE:
Myrtleford Cycle Centre – 59A Clyde Street, Myrtleford

WHAT:
Rejuvenate after indulging at Saturday’s Festa with a gentle bicycle tour through Myrtleford. Cycle along with a local guide who’ll share stories, history and a few hidden gems during this easy one-hour ride.

The ride finishes at Il Mercato, where you can wander the stalls, filled with local seasonal produce and treat yourself to that essential morning coffee (and maybe an Italian sweet) – the perfect post-ride treat! Relaxed pace, great company, fresh air – the ultimate Festa recovery session.

Cost: $10 BYO bike or bike hire available (regular $40, Electric Bike $80),
for hire options contact Claire 0439 488 378

Online bookings via: https://www.trybooking.com/DKHOC

IL MERCATO

9:30am – 2:00pm

WHERE:
Myrtleford Piazza, Great Alpine Road, Myrtleford

WHAT:
Step into the Piazza and you might just think you’ve arrived in Italy, Il Mercato is our market with an Italian twist – delicious aromas and full of local, seasonal produce.

Start the day the Italian way, with a coffee and freshly cooked frittole or a cannoli, before moving on to savoury flavours, as the aromas fill the Piazza.

Take your time to explore and meet our local producers and soak up the atmosphere with Italian entertainment by Top Shelf Duo (Dean Canan & Lisa Asta)

And don’t forget, have your eskies in the car, bring your baskets! It’s time to stock up on new season walnuts, hazelnuts, chestnuts, mushrooms, pasta & sauces, veggies, salami, cheeses, and so much more…

Il Mercato is hosted by the Myrtleford Farmer’s Market which is an accredited VFMA produce market, everything local, seasonal & freshly harvested.

Gold coin donation is welcomed.

IL MERCATO MASTERCLASS WITH JAMES MELE & ELISE PULBROOK

9.45 – 10.45am

WHERE:
Myrtleford Anglican Hall in the Piazza (entrance next to Bastoni)

WHAT:
Join James Mele from The Meat Room and Elise Pulbrook for a relaxed and tasty cooking demonstration at Il Mercato

With salami-making season just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to catch up with James sharing his passion, while Elise celebrates some of the beautiful produce from the market with an appearance of a Floridia cheese to complete the dish.

This a free event, but reserve your spot, so you don’t miss out on a tasting, https://www.trybooking.com/DKITT

IL MERCATO - Italian Motorbike Display

Hosted by Blacklocks Motorcycle

9.30 – 2.00 Clyde Street

WHERE: Clyde Street Myrtleford
(which will be closed to traffic during Il Mercato)

WHAT:
Head to the Blacklocks Motorcycle marquee to see a display of Italian Motorbikes – Ducati, Aprilia, Moto Guzzi and Vespa.

Riders of any Italian motorbikes are welcome to free parking in Clyde Street for an informal show ‘n shine.

More to come….

La Fiera Cup @ Myrtleford Savoy Soccer Club

9.00am – 5.00pm

Traditional rivals Myrtleford Savoy Soccer Club & Wangaratta City play head-to-head for the La Fiera Cup.

Always a good crowd of supporters from both towns, this game is not one to miss. Bring a chair & blanket and enjoy the best canteen in the league with great Italian food available.

Join us and cheer on the Myrtleford team (yes, we are a bit bias) and enjoy our brand-new state-of-the-art facilities, following our recent re-development.

Match Time:

9.00am – Junior’s match
3.00pm – Main match

Free entry

Exhibition: Aboriginal Italian Connection Exhibition

10.00am – 3.00ish

WHERE: 74 Standish Street & The Myrtleford Gallery, 51A Standish St, Myrtleford

WHAT:
An exhibition of artwork by Billy Doolan, inspired by this time in Italy and reflecting on the important of family, a shared value by both Italian and Aboriginal cultures. The exhibition also features works by Mick Harding, further exploring the cultural connections.

Old School Museum Open House

11:00am – 3:00pm

WHERE:
Old School Museum – 29 Elgin Street, Myrtleford

WHAT:

isit the community Museum and view displays of historical information and memorabilia relating to the Myrtleford district and the role Italian migration played in the social and economic development.

Displays include static and digital presentations; migration, agriculture & forestry, Italian regional organisations, the local Italian cinema and the Italian POW Camp 5 (1942-46).

Entry:
Adults $5, Concession $3, Children $1
– EFTPOS not available, please bring cash

Taste of Italy @ Gapsted Estate

12.00pm – 2.00pm

WHERE:
Gapsted Estate – 3897 Great Alpine Road, Gapsted

WHAT:
Enjoy our Taste of Italy menu featuring 3 delicious courses matched to Italian wine varietals @ $75 per person.

Bookings essential, via www.gapstedestate.com.au or phone 03 5751 9101

Spritz O’clock @ Bastoni Pizzeria

5.00pm – 6.00pm

WHERE:
Bastoni Pizzeria – Myrtleford Piazza, 148 Great Alpine Road, Myrtleford

WHAT:
Come and unwind with a Spritz – Aperol, Campari or Limoncello – before you enjoy an authentic wood fired pizza to complete your Italian evening.

Bookings recommended, phone 03 5751 1478

(Take-away Spritz available for those without a booking or not dining & enjoy your Spritz in the Piazza or Jubilee Park with friends)

2024 Program will be available from early April