Gateway Festival
Event dates to be confirmed: August – August 2026
Overview
Celebrate the start of the Riverina's iconic canola season at the Gateway Festival, a vibrant two-day event in the historic railway town of Junee.
Centred around the beautifully restored Athenium Theatre and Broadway precinct, the festival brings together live music, regional food and wine, and rural heritage in a uniquely Riverina experience.
The weekend begins with the Golden Gateway Concert, where visitors can enjoy a relaxed "Golden Hour"…
Celebrate the start of the Riverina's iconic canola season at the Gateway Festival, a vibrant two-day event in the historic railway town of Junee.
Centred around the beautifully restored Athenium Theatre and Broadway precinct, the festival brings together live music, regional food and wine, and rural heritage in a uniquely Riverina experience.
The weekend begins with the Golden Gateway Concert, where visitors can enjoy a relaxed "Golden Hour" gathering in the Athenium Green Space featuring local wine, regional grazing and acoustic music before heading inside the theatre for a headline concert performance.
On day two, Broadway Harvest Day transforms Junee's main street into a lively festival precinct with a farmers market showcasing local producers, heritage and motoring displays, and the Yellow Luncheon – a seasonal dining experience celebrating Riverina produce including Junee Lamb.
Whether you're following the Canola Trail, exploring regional NSW or looking for a memorable weekend away, the Gateway Festival offers the perfect way to experience the flavours, culture and community spirit of Junee.
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Accessibility
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
Ask all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Employ people with disability
Offer a range of contact methods for receiving complaints
Offer multiple options for booking - web, email, phone
Provide assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Train your staff in disability awareness