Have You Been To: 30th Mildura Country Music Festival

Answered by: John Arnold, Festival Co-ordinator

The Event: 30th Mildura Country Music Festival

Why should punters visit you? The Mildura Country Music Festival will celebrate its 30th anniversary this year from Friday 23 Sep to Sunday 2 Oct, and will draw thousands of country music fans to Mildura.

What's the history of the event? The Mildura Country Music Festival features some of Australia's best independent country music artists over ten days at 25 venues, both indoor and outdoor, in Mildura and its outlying towns.

Any advice for first timers who want to visit the event? Visit the festival website for all details. Bring a chair for the outdoor performances. Book accommodation early.

Who's performing this time around? Karin Page, Glen Jones, Allan Caswell, Darren Colston, Emma Jene, Angela Easson, Craig Giles, Graeme Hugo, Seleen McAlister, Slim Newton, Evan Platschinda, Craig Stewart, Terry Gordon, Owen Blundell, Reg Poole.

Do you have any plans for the event in the future? Live concert and radio presentation of Southern Stars - The Australian Independent Country Music Awards recognising the achievements of Australian Independent recording artists on Saturday 1 Oct. Adam Harvey is co-compere with Carter & Carter.

When and where for your next event? 23 Sep - 2 Oct. Enquiries 1800 039 043 for festival details.

Website link for more info? milduracountrymusic.com.au