Art Meets Motion: Benalla Street Art Festival & Winton Raceway

Each autumn, Benalla transforms into a living, open‑air gallery as the Benalla Street Art Festival brings world class artists to North East Victoria, turning walls, laneways and unexpected spaces into bold works of public art. It’s a celebration of creativity, community and cultural expression—one that continues to shape Benalla’s identity as Australia’s premier regional street art destination.

Proudly supporting this transformation, Winton Motor Raceway is a Bronze Partner of the Benalla Street Art Festival, reinforcing its commitment to local culture and regional tourism alongside its long standing role in Australian motorsport.

At first glance, street art and motorsport might appear worlds apart. But look a little closer and the connection is clear. Both are expressions of creativity, movement and identity—whether it’s a mural taking shape layer by layer, or a racing line carved through a corner.

Benalla’s festival message encourages visitors to See the Art in Everything. At Winton Motor Raceway, that idea extends to the circuit itself—the flow of the track, the colour and motion of racing cars, and the choreography of speed and precision. Together, Benalla and Winton offer a unique regional experience where art is not confined to galleries, and adrenaline is not confined to race weekends. Explore the 2026 program here.

Stay Close: Camping from $20 per Night

For festival goers looking to turn a day trip into a weekend away, the Winton Campground offers affordable on‑site camping from just $20 per site, per night. Reserve your site, book online here.

Located just minutes from Benalla, the Winton Campground provides a relaxed, practical base for exploring the region during the festival, with:

  • Over 700 unpowered camping sites

  • Toilets, hot showers and RV dump point

  • Easy access to Benalla’s town centre and street art trail

It’s an ideal option for visitors wanting flexible, budget friendly accommodation while immersing themselves in the festival atmosphere and wider High Country region.

The Benalla Street Art Festival is more than an event—it’s an invitation to explore. Wander the evolving street art trail, experience creative workshops and live activations, then balance the stillness of painted walls with the energy of Victoria’s Nation’s Action Track.

Through its Bronze Partnership, Winton Motor Raceway is proud to support an event that celebrates creativity, place and community—helping visitors experience Benalla from a fresh perspective, both on the streets and at the circuit.

Explore the art. Experience the action. Camp trackside from $20 per night at Winton Motor Raceway.

Benalla artist Tim Bowtell at Winton Raceway

Tim Bowtell’s mural from the 2024 Benalla Street Art Festival

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