Out and About

You're invited to get on board the Out & About bus, and experience some of the iconic activities in Shepparton & Goulburn Valley. On the opening weekend of Facing Modernity: Degas to Picasso, and the King's Birthday long weekend. Locals, friends, relatives and visitors are encouraged to get on board the bus and enjoy some of the amazing activities available in Shepparton & Goulburn Valley.

The Out and About bus is FREE, no bookings required. Spaces are limited and subject to availability on the day.

On Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 May, Saturday 6, Sunday 7 and Monday 8 June, the bus will be running in a loop on the hour, every hour from 10am to 4pm, departing from Shepparton Art Museum (SAM). The final service will conclude at the Shepparton Railway Station at 4.45pm each day of the service. 

Get on the bus and enjoy a day out with family and friends.

The bus will be stopping at some fantastic places in our region, including stops at Shepparton CBD and Emerald Bank (MOVE)

SAM will have exhibition activations and Kaiela Arts will be open on Saturdays. MOVE, Riverside Gardens Mini Golf and Chocolate Apple Factory at Emerald Bank will be ready to receive everyone looking to have a good time.

Council encourages residents and visitors bring along friends and relatives to explore Shepparton and Goulburn Valley though this unique activity.

The Out and About bus is FREE, no bookings required. Spaces are limited and subject to availability on the day.

Stop 1 | Shepparton Art Museum | Kaiela Arts | Elsewhere at SAM | Greater Shepparton Visitor Centre | Victoria Park Lake

Shepparton Art Museum
  • Facing Modernity: Degas to Picasso From the Auckland Art Gallery Toi O Tamaki - book your exhibition tickets
  • Opening Day Celebrations - Saturday 23 May 10am - 2pm
  • Petit Picasso Studio for Kids - Saturday 23 May 10am - 12pm
  • From fascinating art lectures to inspiring creative workshops, immerse yourself in the world of Modernism this winter with curated experiences that are perfect for the culturally curious and art aficionados alike. Explore the program.
Kaiela Arts
  • The only Aboriginal art centre on Yorta Yorta Country.
  • Present your Facing Modernity exhibition ticket for 10% off Kaiela Arts products and merchandise.
Elsewhere at SAM
  • Open 8am - 3.30pm Wednesday - Monday (closed Tuesdays)
  • A variety of experiences during Facing Modernity, visit their website for more information. 
Greater Shepparton Visitor Centre
  • Open 10am - 4pm, 7 days a week. 
  • A broad range of locally inspired products, including limited edition coffee beans inspired by Facing Modernity carefully crafted by Evolve North.

Stop 2 | Shepparton CBD

From specialty pastries to exhibition inspired scarves, to dining experiences and discounts for ticket holders, there is something for everyone as part of the Eat, Play, Stay & Shop in the CBD. Explore the map for full details of all offers, including operating hours. 

  • Apple Republic - various offers and experiences.
  • Augustus Gelatery - Complete the kids colouring activity for a free scoop.  
  • Collins Booksellers - Art & creativity experience and special offer for ticket holders. 
  • Fiore's Bakery Cafe  - Degas morning pastry, filled with pistachio cream and strawberry.
  • Focus Cards and Gifts - Picasso inspired gift items including silk scarves and postcards.
  • Nixon + Maude - 10% discount for ticket holders when they spend over $150.
  • Obertor - 2 course lunch, 3 course dinner, matching wines available. OR complimentary glass of sparkling or a modernist petit dessert for ticket holders.
  • Piccolo Pasticceria - limited edition Picasso inspired mini dessert.
  • Pinch of Salt - 10% off full price items for exhibition ticket holders.
  • Shepparton Brewery - limited edition Picasso pizza.
  • Shepparton Club - limited edition Picasso Parmi.
  • Shepparton RSL - complimentary drink with each meal purchased for exhibition ticket holders.
  • Stanley's Cafe - Complimentary coffee with any breakfast or lunch purchase for exhibition ticket holders.
  • Stellar Coffee - Degas to Piccolo 10% discount for exhibition ticket holders.
  • Supergreen - Surrealist Smoothie.
  • Swirl - limited edition blue vanilla glitter topping for your frozen yoghurt masterpiece.
  • The Aussie Hotel - Picasso Martini and Matisse Mocktail.
  • Welsford Street Cafe - Art trivia with a sweet reward.

Stop 3 | Emerald Bank | MOVE | Barclay's Antiques & Collectables | Milestone Cafe | Chocolate Apple Factory | Riverside Gardens Garden Centre & Mini Golf | Potwerx 

  • MOVE is offering 10% off entry for Facing Modernity exhibition ticket holders.
  • Emerald Bank Miniature Rail operates 10am - 2pm on the first Sunday of the month.

Stop 4 | Shepparton Railway Station

  • Half price regional trains and busses makes getting to Shepparton even easier, only $5.70 per day for full fare and $2.85 per day for concession. Multiple services operate daily to and from Shepparton Railway Station, plan your journey and make the most of the trip.

DATES

The Out & About shuttle runs from 10am until 4.45pm on:

  • Opening weekend: Saturday 23 & Sunday 24 May
  • King's Birthday Long weekend: Saturday 6, Sunday 7 & Monday 8 June

Timetable

Loop SAM Precinct (in the loop) CBD
(Wyndham St - outside Harris Scarf)
Emerald Bank
(MOVE)
Shepparton Railway Station (Purcell St)
Loop A 10am 10.15am 10.30am 10.45am
Loop B 11am 11.15am 11.30am 11.45am
Loop C 12pm 12.15pm 12.30pm 12.45pm
Loop D 1pm 1.15pm 1.30pm 1.45pm
Loop E 2pm 2.15pm 2.30pm 2.45pm
Loop F 3pm 3.15pm 3.30pm 3.45pm
Return 4pm  4.15pm 4.30pm 4.45pm (services concludes)

STOPS

Look for the Out & About flags at each stop.

Stop 1 - SAM Precinct - 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton - in the loop outside the Visitor Centre - near Mooosaurus (the bright dinosaur looking Moooving Art cow)

Stop 2 - Shepparton CBD - 283 Wyndham Street, outside Harris Scarf

Stop 3 - Emerald Bank - 7723 Goulburn Valley Highway, near MOVE

Stop 4 - Shepparton Railway Station - Purcell Street

Eat, Play, Stay & Shop

Welcome to Shepparton & Goulburn Valley. While you are here, make the most of the region's great food, local attractions, and welcoming spaces. Take the time to Eat, Play, Stay & Shop with special activations and offers available as part of the campaign during Facing Modernity: Degas to Picasso. Explore the guide, view the map and plan your stay in Shepparton & Goulburn Valley.