Could you ask for a more appropriate venue?

Ticket Prices –  Adults $60     Children $35 (2 to15).  Plus postage and handling. 

Tickets On sale July 21, 2008

Call Ticketmaster on 136100 or via the ticketmaster web site 

For local tickets only phone: 1300OTWAYS.

Shuttle Bus from Apollo Bay
Catch the return shuttle bus from Apollo Bay to the Opera only 108 seats available. First in best dressed. Email info@otwaysopera.com.au to book you seat. $10 return pp

The shuttle bus time of departure from the Apollo Bay Visitor Information Centre being
12 noon and the estimated time of arrival back in Apollo Bay is 6:50pm

For parking and to pick up your tickets and swap them for wristbands you will have to go to the Lavers Hill School where free shuttle buses will take you into Melba Gully. Parking not available at Melba Gully.

Make a weekend of it!
The region welcomes you to make the most of a weekend in the Otways.
Attractions, dining and a range of accommodation venues are joining in on the fun of Gumboots & Pearls by opening late, creating special menus and offering great value accommodation packages.

Early bird tickets can only be purchased with accommodation packages ~ by contacting accommodation venues.

Accommodation packages include tickets to Gumboots & Pearls. Accommodation ranges from luxury 4.5 star through to camping. There’s something for everyone’s budget.

“No BYO alcohol. Local produce (wine, beer, cheese, soup, chocolate, muffins, hot drinks) available on the day.”
To taste the local produce or order hampers contact: 5233 8400 or email

A limited amount of tickets are available ~ Avoid disappointment and get in early.

Tickets are issued to purchasers through the mail & should be presented at ticketing tent on the day. Tickets are non-refundable.  This is an outdoor event with limited undercover areas and various seating areas are available. Wear warm clothing. Gumboots and pearls are definitely an option or any variation

Festival Coordinator: Larelle Fitt - 0410926367
Marketing: Jane Chisholm - 0414410993
Friends Coordinator: Jemma Rosevear 52319700 or email