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The 1950’s come alive in Shepparton!

This is a family friendly event with something for everyone including up to 100 food and trade stalls, bars, classic hot rods, fashion parades, pin up competitions, and headline international rockabilly acts performing the greatest hits from the 1950’s. There is even a petting zoo, jumping castles, dodgem cars and cha cha ride to keep the kids entertained.

CLICK HERE to join the Shepparton Shake-Out Facebook event.

Some of the worldwide bands performing include Gamblers Mark and Alex Vargas from the USA, The Vargas Bros, CC Jerome from the Netherlands, Shorty Jenson and Racketeers from Belgium, plus Record Hops featuring top DJ’s and more.

This three day event is proudly brought to you by Rockabilly King Productions, Greater Shepparton City Council and Shepparton Show Me.

Rockabilly King Productions Event Director Arthur Matsakos said “we are very excited to be able to bring all of the best Rockabilly and Rock & Roll talent in Australia to this amazing venue in Shepparton.

“Supporting the event will be 50s lifestyle traders and food vendors with retro flavours. Classic car drivers receive discount off their ticket and schoolchildren receive free general admission upon presentation of current student card.

“This festival has the potential to be the biggest event of its type in Australia and to be held in Shepparton is a testament to the drive and initiative of the local council and their events staff,” he said.

Greater Shepparton City Council Acting Director Sustainable Development Greg Mckenzie said “this is the first time Shepparton will see an event like this, and we are excited to introduce something new to our region.

“Our team are working hard to bring the biggest and best events to Shepparton and we are hoping the Shepparton Shakeout will become an iconic event for the region in the years to come. I encourage everyone to check out the website and come along,” he said.

CLICK HERE to join Shepparton Shake Out on Facebook.

Shepparton Show Me Chairman Simon Quattrocchi said "the SSM committee are excited to be part of this iconic event for Shepparton. The Shepparton Shake-out 1950's will be an invigorating event for this region bringing international bands and attracting visitors from across Australia. A chance to dress up. It will be a great opportunity for the local businesses to take advantage of the increased visitors to Shepparton."

CLICK HERE to secure your Shepparton Shake Out tickets online.