What's on in Gippsland this September?
From comedians and cabaret to bike races and ballet.
Jacob Wallace
June 06, 2025
Gippsland has so many gigs, exhibitions, festivals and shows to check out this September. Don’t let the cold weather stop you from getting outside and making the most of regional life. The Monitor has listed some of the biggest events in Gippsland this month so have a browse and make the most of it!
🚀 Let’s jump into our Gippsland event guide for September!
Lawrence Mooney - Dead Set Country
Australian comedian Lawrence Mooney is playing two shows in early September in Gippsland.
Where: Berninneit, 91-97 Thompson Avenue, Cowes and Gippsland Performing Arts Centre, 32 Kay Street, Traralgon.
When: Friday, September 5 and Saturday, September 6.
Check out this clip from Lawrence Mooney’s show.
Beauty and the Beast by Victorian Ballet
The Victorian Ballet performing Beauty and the Beast.
The Victorian Ballet is coming to Wonthaggi with its rendition of the classic Beauty and the Beast.
Where: The Union Theatre. 96 Graham Street, Wonthaggi.
When: Saturday, September 6.
Here’s a clip showcasing the performance.
Dave Thornton - Nothing’s Unpossible
Dave Thornton on tour with his 2024 festival show.
Dave Thornton is taking his 2024 festival show on the road and stopping off in Traralgon. Thorton has been on The Project, hosted The Big Trip, worked with Andy Lee on The Hundred, and was in Upper Middle Bogan on ABC.
When: Saturday, September 13.
Where: Berninneit, 91-97 Thompson Avenue, Cowes.
If you’re interested, take a look at Dave Thornton’s Melbourne International Comedy Gala performance below.
Tidal Seafood Festival
Oysters and lobster
Celebrate all things seafood on Phillip Island, with Gippsland restaurants and businesses providing a mix of locally caught seafood dishes and entertainment.
Where: Marine Parade, San Remo.
When: September 19-21.
Sporting Legends Gippy Cup
Sporting Legends Gippy Cup is a local 8-ball competition.
A team-based, 8-ball pool event, with a Friday night singles comp.
When: September 19 - 21.
Where: 116 Cobains Road, Sale.
Arj Barker - Mind Field
American comedian Arj Barker is performing his latest comedy show in Wonthaggi and Sale.
When: Friday, September 19 and Saturday, September 20.
Where: The Wedge Performing Arts Centre, 100 Foster Street, Sale and the Union Theatre, 96 Graham Street, Wonthaggi.
Here’s a clip from Arj Barker’s show.
Nomads of the Sky
Campfire at the Nomads of the Sky event.
A caravan camping experience in remote Noorinbee bushland. The weekend will feature stargazing, wildlife spotting, night walks, campfires, a three-course spit roast dinner and wild venison tasting.
When: September 20-21.
Where: 600 Monaro Highway, Noorinbee.
Gippy Shifty Fifty Round 5
Mountain bike racing at the Gippy Shifty competition.
Partnering with a local mountain biking club, Gippy Shifty will be hosting a day of races at Glenmaggie. Make sure to book beforehand on the website.
When: Tinamba-Glenmaggie Road, Glenmaggie.
Where: Sunday, September 21.
The Paramour Cabaret
Performers at the Paramour Cabaret.
An adults-only cabaret that includes song and dance numbers, circus acts and burlesque performances.
When: Friday, September 26.
Where: The Wedge Performing Arts Centre, 100 Foster St, Sale.