Events in Tongala

"Live Comedy in the Hall!" 🎭😂

Hall Stories is a captivating live performance by Damian Callinan, three-time Melbourne Comedy Festival Best Show nominee and creator of The Merger. Combining storytelling, stand-up, and character acting, Damian takes you on a journey through the quirks, traditions, and characters of rural Australian halls. With humor, music, and multimedia, he shares hilarious tour stories, from chatting over a bubbling urn to stacking chairs in fives. Damian’s wit and charm bring the unique spirit of Australian halls to life—just hand him the hall key, and he’ll do the rest. Don’t miss this unforgettable night of comedy!

May 30, 2025 - 6:30pm

Annual Events

Where Food, Music & Community Come Together!

Eats & Beats

Held on the second Sunday in October - Get ready for Eats & Beats, Tongala’s signature event celebrating great food, live music, and community spirit!

Whether you're a local or just passing through, this vibrant event brings people together with delicious eats from food trucks and local vendors, plus an incredible lineup of live music to keep the good vibes flowing.

Set in the heart of Tongala, Eats & Beats is all about enjoying great company, supporting local businesses, and soaking up the friendly country atmosphere. From mouthwatering street food to toe-tapping tunes, it’s the perfect way to spend an afternoon with family and friends.

So bring a picnic rug, grab a bite, and dance under the stars— Eats & Beats is an experience you won’t want to miss!

A Festive Country Tradition

Tongala Hay Bale Trail

Born out of community spirit during COVID-19 in 2020, the Tongala Hay Bale Trail began as a safe, family-friendly event to bring joy to locals and visitors alike. Since then, it has grown into an annual tradition, held at Christmas and Easter, featuring a spectacular trail of creatively decorated hay bales.

With designs crafted by local families, businesses, and guest artists, the trail showcases everything from festive Christmas scenes to vibrant Easter creations, turning simple hay bales into works of art. It’s a fun, socially distanced way to explore Tongala while celebrating the creativity and resilience of our community.

Whether you’re following the trail by car or on foot, expect plenty of smiles, photo opportunities, and a touch of country magic. Come and see how Tongala turns hay into holiday joy!

A Bargain Hunter’s Dream!

Tongala Town-Wide Garage Sale

On the first Saturday of October, Tongala turns into a treasure hunter’s paradise with our Town-Wide Garage Sale! With over 50 homes taking part each year, locals and visitors alike flock to town to browse, bargain, and buy everything from furniture, antiques, and collectibles to tools, toys, clothes, books, and more.

What started as a small community event has grown into a must-visit day for thrifty shoppers and vintage lovers.

With so many sales in one place, you never know what hidden gems you’ll find! Plus, it’s a great way to meet the locals, explore our town, and enjoy a day of fun and friendly competition for the best deals.

Maps of participating homes are available on the day to help you plan your route. Whether you're clearing out clutter or on the hunt for a bargain, the Tongala Town-Wide Garage Sale is the ultimate community event for buying, selling, and socialising!

Mark your calendar, grab your shopping bags, and get ready to shop ‘til you drop!