🎼 Opera By The Lakes 2026

An unmissable afternoon of world-class opera in a breathtaking lakeside setting.

The beloved Opera By The Lakes returns to the stunning grounds of Nyerimilang Heritage Park on Sunday, March 15, 2026. Now in its 12th year, this iconic East Gippsland event continues to draw audiences from across Australia and New Zealand — and always sells out!

🌟 2026 Performance Highlights

Georgia Wilkinson – Acclaimed soprano and winner of the 2019 Sun Aria, fresh from starring as Christine in Phantom of the Opera across Europe and the Middle East.
Daniel Belle – Esteemed Opera Australia tenor and former Ten Tenor, currently touring internationally as Jean Valjean in Les Misérables.
William Le Brun – Finalist of Australian Idol 2025, bringing a smooth blend of jazz, swing, and charm.
Simon Loveless – Brilliant accompanist and choir director.
Maddie Crombie & Maddie Clark – Talented local sopranos accompanied by Julie Lockhart.
Plus: Pre-concert entertainment from East Gippsland Brass Band and East Gippsland Symphonia.

🗓 Date & Time

📅 Sunday, March 15, 2026
🕐 Pre-concert entertainment from midday, main concert to follow

📍 Nyerimilang Heritage Park, Lakes Entrance

🍷 Make a Day of It

• Reserved seating with numbered chairs

• Boxed lunches, wine bar, coffee and cakes on-site

• All amenities catered for

• Friendly volunteer hospitality throughout

🎟️ Tickets now available via TryBooking
Or contact the Gippsland Opera box office directly.

This event always sells out — book early to avoid disappointment!