Rutherglen Winery Walkabout

Event details

Victoria's original wine festival...

Rutherglen will once again be the place to be on the June long weekend for the annual Rutherglen Winery Walkabout.
From the beginnings in 1974 when the Winemakers' of North East Victoria joined forces to promote their quality wines, the festival has grown in size and stature. Rutherglen Winery Walkabout now attracts over 20,000 visitors and boasts three Tourism Awards including "Best Festival in Victoria" and was also named "Best Festival in Australia". 

Armed with their Walkabout glass & passport, the young, old and in between descend on the wineries for a spectacle not to be missed. 

An array of entertainment and activities are happening throughout the weekend.  You'll find each of the wineries is offering something different from reserve tastings of rare vintages, to live bands, produce markets, unique breakfasts or special dinners. 

How to enjoy the 2010 Winery Walkabout...

From Sparkling Shiraz and classic table wine to wicked Ports and mellow Muscats - Walkbout is the best way to compare, contrast and buy the magnificent wines of Rutherglen.  From bands and barrel racing to dancing and dinners, join in the excitement of Victoria's original wine festival.

Purchase the 2010 Winery Walkabout wine glass, holder and passport from any participating winery for just $20.  This year each of the participating wineries has included a ‘special offer’ in the passport adding more value to your Walkabout weekend!

The official 2010 Walkabout glass is required at all participating wineries over the weekend, so consider it as your ticket to the event.  As always, have your Passport stamped at all participating wineries and receive a unique and highly prized Collector Series bottle of Muscat.  You have until April 30 2011 to obtain the necessary stamps.

Winery Shuttle Bus

Hop on and off as you please in a safe and easy tour of the wineries.  The suttle bus will stop at each winery every half hour making it easy for you to get around to all the wineries you want to visit.  We'll also be providing a pick-up and drop off service from Rutherglen, Corowa, Wahgunyah, Yarrawonga, Wangaratta and Albury/Wodonga.  Please note:  The Shuttle does not stop at All Saints Estate or St Leonards Vineyard. 

Are you driving?

In recognition of the importance of a designated driver, a reward program will operate with free tea and coffee, prizes and giveaways at most wineries.   Find out more...