Step into Beechworth's vibrant community at the
Golden Horseshoes Festival
3 - 6th April 2026.
Join us for a weekend filled with family fun, bustling markets, and live entertainment.
Admission is free, so gather your loved ones and immerse yourself in the rich culture and charm of Beechworth at this unforgettable event.
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Have you ever been part of the Easter Parade down Ford Street? Whether you joined a group, built a float, or watched the festivities, this beloved parade has a rich history.
For nearly 100 years, it’s featured moments like Daniel Cameron riding horses with golden horseshoes and Beechworth Bakery tossing dough into the crowd.
In 2026, we’ll be hosting a special retrospective. If you have photos, films, or memorabilia, we’d love to see them!
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There’s a job for every age, skill, and level of energy:
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Helping hands at parades and events
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Welcoming visitors with a friendly smile
Setting up (and packing down) the fun -
Supporting performers, stallholders and community groups
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…and plenty more behind-the-scenes magic!
Get Involved your Way
Love Beechworth? Love good times? Love being part of something bigger? Then we’d love you on our volunteer team!
Come volunteer at the 2026
Beechworth Golden Horseshoes Festival
Listen to Indigo FM Podcast
about the last Golden Horseshoes Festival
In this episode, Indigo FM speaks with Jim Didolis about the exciting plans for the upcoming Golden Horseshoes Festival over the Easter weekend. From vibrant parades to live entertainment and family-friendly fun, Jim shares a sneak peek at what’s in store for this year’s celebration. Tune in to hear all about this much-loved Beechworth tradition!
Image depicting the winning design by Greta from Beechworth Primary in the 2025 Beechworth Golden Horseshoes Design Competition
Image depicting the entries by local children in the 2025 Beechworth Golden Horseshoes Design Competition
Image depicting the winning design by Greta from Beechworth Primary in the 2025 Beechworth Golden Horseshoes Design Competition
We’re excited to announce that Greta from Beechworth Primary School is this year’s winner! Her amazing design perfectly captured the theme “Cultures Through Time” and will now take pride in place on our festival posters, programs, and displays. Congratulations, Greta!
We couldn’t keep the creativity of the rest of the entries to ourselves— so many amazing young artists!
Thank you!
