As the Fresh Festival kicks off, there's plenty to do in Wagga this weekend. Check out the top picks in our handy hit list.
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1. Wine appreciation
Friday April 5, Art Gallery
Award winning CSU wine maker Campbell Meeks will guide Fresh Festival attendees through the tastes of wines from different regions, passing on knowledge of the varieties and fermenting techniques synonymous with the Riverina.
2. Emma Pask in Concert
Friday April 5, CSU Riverina Playhouse
Australia's famous jazz singer will be performing alongside Kevin Hunt, featuring a series of arrangements based around the Great American Songbook, Latin themes and even The Beatles. It will be a dynamic show to impress all ages.
3. Her Sound, Her Story
Saturday April 6, Art Gallery
Explore the art of Australian music across six decades in an exhibition featuring conversations with over 45 female artists like Julia Stone, Tina Arena and Eleanor Dixon. Discover the history behind females in music and the legacies they leave behind, as well as continue to create.
4. Machine Knitters' Biggest Morning Tea
Saturday April 6, Olearia Place, Lake Albert
Enjoy an open garden high tea raising money for the Cancer Council. Hosted by the Machine Knitters of Wagga, there is an expected turn out of more than 200 people and their President Hesper Piltz said they had big plans.
"This isn't just your average morning tea, there will be barista-made cappuccinos, fabulously tiered treats and sandwiches served to the attendees who will be seated at tables and chairs under umbrellas while listening to a local musician," she said.
The day will also include raffles, on-the-spot prizes and knitwear for sale and well as viewing of Sue's magnificent garden spanning more than two acres.
5. Lazy Sunday | FRESH
Sunday April 7, CSU Cellar Door
Discover the great boutique wines of Wagga and the greater Riverina region while enjoying live music, wood fired pizzas and even beer for those with less of a taste for wine.
6. Autism Superhero Walk
Sunday April 7, Apex Park
All in the name of helping raise awareness of Autism in the local community, dress up in your best superhero costume, have a whirl at the jumping castle, enjoy a sausage sizzle and get out among the action with your friends and family.