Attending the Frinj
Natimuk is a small regional township in a unique setting
We are a small population of approximately 510, which grows to around 3,500 people during the festival weekend. Natimuk is located several kms from the Mt Arapiles-Tooan State Park on the lands of the Wotjobaluk Nation.
The Nati Frinj Biennale ignites the town with activity as art and performance events are spread across various town venues and in the ‘Verj’ parkland. Walking between venues and outdoor locations for high-quality art experiences or just kicking back with friends is all part of the festival experience.
Here is some useful information to help you have the best festival experience including travel, day visits or overnight/weekend stays, access and food options.
How to get here
Transport Options
Natimuk is located 324 kms north-west of Melbourne on the Wimmera Highway.
Driving through the country side and small towns makes a wonderful half a day journey.
Travelling via public transport is via V/Line bus/train travels which run daily from Melbourne’s Spencer St Station and arrive in Horsham or from Adelaide to Horsham. Allow a little more time for transport connections.
Where to stay
In town and in the region
Natimuk Lake Caravan Park –Camping by Lake Natimuk (5mins out of town) Address: 357 Lake Rd, Natimuk VIC 3409 Call : 0407 800 753
Camping and caravan sites are available. Sites with power start at $35, Site without power start at $26
Mt Arapiles – Tooan State Park –Camping approximately 8kms west of town. Popular with rock climbers and bushwalkers, Centenary Park Campground at the base of Mt Arapiles (Dyurrite) offers three camping areas with toilets and picnic tables. One overnight site for two people starts at $6.20. Follow this link to book a camp site here Camping in Mount Arapiles-Tooan State Park
Airbnb accommodation in the region includes in Natimuk, Mitre and Horsham, Dimboola and other locations in the region. Go to Natimuk Holiday Rentals & Homes – Victoria, Australia | Airbnb
Other accommodation options can be explored via www.visithorsham.com.au
Getting around
Access as you move around the festival
Natimuk is a small town, but after you have walked from one end to the other and back again in the pursuit of high-quality art experiences your feet may be feeling it.
Bring a bike (and lock if your bike is precious) and/or some comfy shoes.
Access around Natimuk will require navigation across cracked and sometimes non-existent footpaths, please be aware of this as you plan your festival experience.
There are limited venues within the township so performances may take place in Band Rotunda’s, old shed’s, historic goal cells, someone’s front room, disused garages – you get the idea. This means that access can be difficult. Not all the venues are suitable for disabled access, but we will try and support our audience where we can.
If you would like access information on specific events and venues, please send us an email.
Dining and Food options - more info to come
Natimuk Hotel
Our local pub offers mouth-watering lunch and dinner options.
Information coming soon
Nati Milk Bar
Perfect for a quick pie or sausage roll and cold drink, it also doubles as our fish ‘n’ chip shop.
Pop up food and drinks include
Double Happiness
A unique Asian food and drinks experience. More information coming soon
Dinki Di’s Devonshire Tea room
Soak up the history of Natimuk with a cuppa and cake.
Frinj Food Fiesta
Wonderful local food from Street vendors at NC2 Market Place
Sunday Farmers Market
Food vendor selection
Frinj Food Hampers
Delicious Food Hamper by Arapiles Gourmet, will be available as a pre-order option.
Perfect for picnic lunch in the ‘Verj’ park.
Hamper menu options and ordering instructions coming soon.
FRINJ Bars
There will be various frinj bars across different times and venues.
