The PS Melbourne Centenary River Festival will be held on Sunday 9th September at the picturesque Mildura riverfront to celebrate the 100th birthday of the iconic Paddle Steamer Melbourne.

Heritage paddle steamers and riverboats will travel from South Australia, Victoria and New South Wales to join the birthday celebrations and it will be the largest congregation of vessels Mildura has seen in 50 years.

Over 30 heritage and river boats will be on display on the day and the grand flotilla will arrive at 11.00 a.m. The Sunraysia Farmers Market will commence at 9.00 a.m. followed by the Mildura District Brass Band, food stalls, steam machinery displays, wine tasting, short cruises and much more. The PS Melbourne Centenary River Festival will be a family fun event and entry is free.