Castlemaine is set to go bigger for AusMusic T-Shirt Day this November, with a world record attempt for the most people wearing an Aussie band T-shirt in the same place at the same time.
The gathering will be held on Sunday 22 November at the Old Castlemaine Gaol, in the lead-up to the official AusMusic T-Shirt Day on Thursday 26 November. It follows last year's event, which drew more than 180 people and dogs in their favourite Aussie band tees. This year, organisers are aiming for 250.
The event raises money for Support Act, the charity that supports musicians and music workers facing hardship, whether through illness, injury, mental health challenges or financial crisis.
Live music will be provided by Bendigo-based singer-songwriter Nat Vazer, and the event follows Sunday Rinse, a ticketed morning show at the Gaol presented by Forest Creek Folk in partnership with Town Folk Festival, so festival-goers and music lovers can make a full day of it. Tickets for Sunday Rinse are available here.
The program kicks off with picnic and music from 12:30pm, ewoith the photo shoot planned for 1:30pm. A cafe is open all day, alomngside a DIY kids scavenger hunt, live performances, lucky door and raflle prizes, AND dogs are welcome. Entry is by gold coin donation, or more if you afford it.
Sunday 22 November at Old Castlemaine Gaol, 36-48 Bowden St, Castlemaine
The official AusMusic T-Shirt Day is Thursday 26 November, a national celebration of Australian music and the people behind it. Supporters can donate to Support Act.