Goolabri Estate, Canberra

Grapes of Mirth is returning to the Canberra wine region and Goolabri Estate, bringing with them a heavyweight roster of killer stand-up comedians.

Six of Australia’s best comedians will make their way to Goolabri Estate for an afternoon of comedy, music, wine, gourmet grub, and the most amazing festival vibes.

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From $79 inclusive of booking fee

When

Saturday, 27 January

2:00pm – 8:00pm

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Where

Goolabri Estate

202 Goolabri Drive, Sutton NSW 2620

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What’s Pouring

  • Contentious Character Wines
  • Local Beer & Cider

What’s Cooking

  • Food vendors to be announced

What You Need To Know

  • This is an 18+ event
  • Strictly no BYO food or alcohol
  • All tickets include a take-home wine glass
  • This event will be held in the Wedegtail Pavilion – BYO picnic rugs and / or foldable chairs
  • There is no allocated seating

Prohibited and Unprohibited Items

  • Allowed: sealed bottles of water, empty water bottles, picnic blankets, foldable chairs, soft cooler bags
  • Not Allowed: food, hard eskies, other beverages other than water, professional photography equipment

Lineup

Winner of Best Show at the 2022 Melbourne Comedy Festival, Rhys is razor sharp, daring and downright lascivious. Most recently on our screens as a judge on RuPaul Downunder, Rhys is an absolute superstar of the comedy circuit.

Rhys Nicholson

Writer, noodle enthusiast, designer, actor, rugby lover, and rescue greyhound owner. Lizzy is also a stand-up comedian who has rapidly become one of Australia’s most exciting new voices. She’s spent the last two years touring with the biggest names in comedy and her solo shows sell out instantly. Lizzy is going BIG places.

Lizzy Hoo

Thorno is, without question, Australia’s best MC. He will be steering the ship at the Grapes of Mirth comedy Galas. You’ve seen him on your TV and heard him on the radio, but on the main stage is where Dave belongs.

Dave Thornton

A former journalist, mother of two teenagers and one of the most exciting voices on the Australian comedy scene, say hello to Chris Ryan! Chris is in red hot form with her laconic take on everything from romance to passive aggressive co-workers.

Chris Ryan

The “Merric” from Merrick and Rosso. Mez, as he is affectionately known, has worked at almost every radio and TV station in the country. You might have seen him recently getting smashed in the face on SAS Australia, Australia’s REAL reality show. Mez loves wine, so much so that he’s a qualified sommelier, with dreams of retiring to a big Chesterfield, smoking a cigar and drinking Cabernet.

Merrick Watts

If Grapes of Mirth falls in a Vineyard and DJ Pedro Moshman isn’t there to pick us up and get us dancing, did GoM really ever happen? No, it did not. No Pedro, No Party.

DJ Pedro Moshman

Experiences

Goolabri Estate

Grapes of Mirth – Canberra will be held in the Wedgetail Pavilioin at Goolabri Estate with wines by Contentious Character, one of Canberra’s premium cool-climate wineries. Goolabri Estate is a short 25-minute drive from the Canberra CBD.

Our Partners

Contentious Character

FAQ

Is there allocating seating at the event?

The event does not have allocated seating. Bring your favorite picnic blanket or chair and just pick your spot for the day.

Can I leave the event and come back later?

We do not provide pass-outs at the event. Please bring everything with you that you will require on the day.

Can I smoke at the event?

Yes, but you must stick to the designated smoking area, and please ensure you use the ashtrays.

What time does it all start and finish?

We will release a full schedule closer to the event, but gates will open at 1:45pm, with the comedy starting from 3:00pm. DJ Pedro Moshman will play his last track just before 8:00pm, which is the official end time.

What about car parking and bus services running to and from the event?

There will be on-site parking and there are return buses running from Canberra. Bus tickets are available when you purchase your tickets. Please check the departure locations and times to ensure they suit your requirements.

What can I bring to the event, and what is prohibited?

We recommend you bring something to sit on (chair/blanket), and something warm (depending on the final forecast). We’ve put together a kick-ass selection of food and beverages, so please don’t bring your own. Also, no hard eskies, but soft cooler bags with ice blocks are all good to keep your drinks cold throughout the day – and feel free to bring your own empty refillable drink bottles and / or sealed bottles of water. To look after the ecosystem of the vines we also ask that you don’t bring pets (official assist animals will be permitted). Also, no professional photography equipment.

Will there be shade?

Yes, the event is taking place under the Wedgetail Pavilion at Goolabri Estate.

Can I bring a child?

This is an 18+ event due to the nature of the comedy and content, no children are permitted. If you have a dependent young baby that you would like to bring along, we ask that you email us to arrange this – [email protected]

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