SATURDAY 2 & SUNDAY 3 MAY 2026
DAY 1: STREET FAIR
SATURDAY 2ND MAY
Spudfest is FREE, but there are some very special events that you'll need to buy a ticket for.
Market Street Precinct
10:00am - 4:00pm
Market Street
Market Street – A feast for the senses, from handmade treasures to tasty treats!
Railway Precinct
10:00am - 4:00pm
Trentham Historical Railway Station
Spuds, fun & festivities – A day of tasty delights at the Railway Precinct
High Street Precinct
10:00am - 4:00pm
High Street, Trentham
Explore the heart of town at Spudfest!
Town Square Precinct
10:00am - 4:00pm
Trentham Town Square
Fresh finds & local vibes – experience the Spudfest atmosphere at Town Square
Kids Zone
10:00am - 4:00pm
Railway Precinct
Spudfest Kids Zone – Big fun for little spuds!
Music
10:00am - 4:00pm
Railway Precinct & Town Square
Spudfest Sounds – A celebration of music, culture & community
Devonshire Tea
10:00am - 4:00pm
Railway Precinct
A Spudfest tradition – indulge in our famous Potato Scone Devonshire Tea
Spud Farmers
10:00am - 4:00pm
Railway Precinct
Meet the farmers behind Trentham’s famous spuds!
Spud Hut Tours
10:00am | 12:00pm | 2:00pm
Tours depart from the Trentham Historical Society site, Old Police Station, 3 Camp St.
Step into Spud History – A rare journey through Trentham’s historic Spud Huts
Spud Olympics
Races 10.00am - 3.00pm
Tough Spudder - 3.00pm
Railway Precinct - on the tracks
Spud Olympics – Rise to the challenge & claim your place on the Potato Podium!
The Great Peel Off
Heats from 2pm (until all those who want a go have had a go!)
Railway Precinct
Peel to Win – The ultimate Spud Peeling Showdown!
Name That Spud
10:00am - 4:00pm
Railway Precinct - Spudfest Activity Registration Marquee
Name That Spud – Test your tater knowledge & win!
Spud Hunt
10:00am to 3:00pm. Get your answers back by 4pm to the collection box to be in the competition or just have fun enjoying the town.
Start from either the Information point in town square or from the Railway station precinct.
A Tater-Tastic Treasure Hunt for the whole family!
Spud Shy
10:00am - 4:00pm
Kids Zone
Spud Shy – Take aim, throw hard & topple those spuds!
Count the Spuds
10:00am - 4:00pm
Kids Zone
Guess the right amount of spuds in the sack and win!
Hotel Trentham Gnocchi Making Class
9:30am - 11:30am (followed by lunch)
Hotel Trentham, High Street
Learn how to make gnocchi from scratch with acclaimed chef Erica Crowther!
TNC Teahouse
10:00am - 4:00pm
Trentham Neighbourhood Centre, corner of High Street & Market Street
Come relax in the warmth at the Trentham Neighbourhood Centre with light refreshments & snacks!
Spudfest Family Ceilidh
Doors open 6:30pm
Dancing from 7:00pm
Concludes 9:00pm
The Mechanics Trentham, 66 High Street Trentham
Get ready for a night of fun, laughter, and high-energy dancing at our festival Ceilidh (pronounced ‘kay-lee’)!
"Spud On" Dinner at Ensemble
5:30pm - 8:00pm
Restaurant Ensemble - 2/22 High Street, Trentham
$150 per person Bookings essential - limited spots Email: bonjour@ensembletrentham.com.au Ph: 0493 446 261
Indulge in a four course tasting menu with potatoes being the star of the show!
Spudfest Up Late
8:00pm - 10:30pm
The Stables, The Cosmopolitan Hotel, Cnr High St and Cosmo Rd, Trentham
Trentham’s first fully-loaded “carbaret”. An a-peeling mash-up of late-night burlesque, cabaret, drag and comedy made by and for spud-lovers.