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Register for news updatesPre-registrations Closed for the Warburton Trail Celebration (VIC)
With less than a week to go pre-registration is now closed.
The Run Walk Ride Day will begin at 9:30 AM at Lilydale Station where you can still register if you haven’t already. If you pre-registered early enough to be eligible for a Ride Pack you can also collect your pack at Lilydale Station. Registered entrants will also receive their Trail Passport so they can collect Station Stamps from all the stations along the trail. It’s also a good opportunity to warm up for the 39 km ride!
At 10 AM the official opening ceremony of the new Maroondah Hwy bridge will commence. Member for Evelyn, Ms Christine Fyffe and Cr Terry Avery (Mayor) will officially open the bridge. The opening will take place at the northern end of the bridge which can be approached via the newly constructed deviation around Mount Lilydale Mercy College.
Mt Evelyn Station will be hosting a Street Party and Festival throughout the day for you to enjoy on your way through. If you’ve registered for your Trail Passport don’t forget your Station Stamp!
Step Back in Time at Wandin Station with some history of the local area.
Splash and Explore at Seville Water Play. Take the shuttle bus for a fun detour at Seville station.
Refuel and Revive at Woori Yallock Station with food, drinks and entertainment provided.
Take a look around Yarra Junction Station and the Upper Yarra Museum.
3 PM at Warburton marks the beginning of the end of the event. Prizes will be drawn for the registered entrants with Trail Passports plus many more activities.
For more information and details of the event see the Yarra Ranges Shire website an also our Warburton Rail Trail description.
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