Markets, Modern Art, and Live Music: Your Easter Saturday Guide to Albury

Community Spirit at the Albury Wodonga Farmers Market

Start your Easter Saturday by immersing yourself in the local flavors of the region at the Albury Wodonga Farmers Market. Located at Gateway Village on the Lincoln Causeway, the market runs from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. This weekly staple is the perfect place to secure fresh ingredients for your Easter feast. Visitors can browse a diverse array of stalls featuring seasonal fruits and vegetables, artisanal sourdough bread, preserves, and locally sourced meats including beef and pork. Beyond the groceries, the market offers a vibrant atmosphere where you can grab a hot coffee and enjoy baked treats while listening to local buskers. It is a dog-friendly event, provided your pets are kept on a short lead.

Contemporary Discoveries at Murray Art Museum Albury

For a dose of culture, the Murray Art Museum Albury (MAMA) on Dean Street is open today from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. This is an excellent opportunity to view the RAW26 exhibition before it concludes. RAW26 is the museum’s annual showcase of outstanding original artworks produced by young people from the Murray region, featuring eleven artists exploring themes of memory and human connection through painting, ceramics, and digital media. Other current exhibitions available today include:

• Fragile Armour by Teelah George: An exploration of textiles and bronze that examines the concept of permanence.
• She Saw, Sea Shore by Francis Upritchard: A collection of distinctive figurative sculptures and mixed-media works.
• Mabinya, Wibiyanha, Wudhagarbinya by Ruth Davys: An exhibition featuring Wiradjuri puppetry and storytelling.

Entry to the museum is free, offering a relaxed and air-conditioned environment for families and art lovers alike.

Evening Entertainment and Live Melodies

As the holiday weekend continues into the evening, Albury’s local venues provide plenty of options for live entertainment. Brady's Railway Hotel on Smollett Street is hosting Easter Saturday Live Music starting at 7:00 pm. This event highlights local musical talent and offers a festive atmosphere for those looking to enjoy a meal and a drink with friends. Additionally, comedy fans should head toward the Astor Hotel on Young Street, which is scheduled to host a performance by the award-winning Australian comedian Sam Campbell. Whether you are looking for a high-energy show or a relaxed pub vibe, the city's nightlife is set to be a highlight of the long weekend.