Join us for Mellow Minds Picinic, a vibrant, youth-led event celebrating headspace Day and encouraging everyone to make time for their mental wellbeing. This free community event is open to everyone – young people, families, and locals – is all about connection, creativity, and support.
Thursday 9 October | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Riverside Stage Precinct, near Wagga Beach – Wiradjuri Country
Free Entry | No Tickets Needed
What to expect?
- Live Youth Performances – featuring talented local musicians throughout the day. (Performer names will be announced soon!)
- Food & Picnic Vibes – bring a blanket and enjoy the riverside!
- Creative Activities – art, games, and wellbeing workshops.
- Interactive Stalls – based on out 7 Tips for a Healthy Headspace.
Accessibility
- The Riverside Stage Precinct is wheelchair accessible and located next to Wagga Beach.
- Accessible parking and toilets are available nearby.
- Quite spaces will be available for anyone needing a sensory break.
- headspace staff will be wearing green, feel free to approach them for a chat or support.
Info for Parents & Guardians
- This is a supervised, youth-friendly event with staff and volunteers from headspace Wagga and partner organisations. (all staff hold valid Working with Children Checks)
- All activities are designed to be safe, inclusive, and age appropriate.
- Parents and carers are encouraged to attend and explore the stalls or relax in the picnic area.
- If your young person needs extra support, please speak to a headspace staff member on the day.
Got Questions?
Reach out to us at myheadspace@headspacewagga.org.au – we’re happy to help!
We gratefully acknowledge the support of our partners who help make Mellow Minds possible:
headspace Wagga Wagga
City of Wagga Wagga
Wagga Medicare Mental Health Center
Intereach
Safe Haven
FAQ's
Everyone is welcome! The event is designed by young people but is open to families, carers, and the wider community. Whether you're coming with friends or just curious to learn more, there’s something for everyone.
Yes! We’ll have youth performers playing throughout the day. Performer names will be announced soon, so stay tuned!
Just yourself and picnic vibes! Feel free to bring a blanket, snacks, or lunch to enjoy by the riverside. There will also be food options available on-site.
Expect creative workshops, games, art activities, and interactive stalls based on our 7 Tips for a Healthy Headspace. It’s all about fun, connection, and wellbeing.
Yes. The Riverside Stage Precinct is wheelchair accessible, with nearby accessible parking and toilets. please note that the event is taking place on a grassed area.
Quiet spaces will be available for anyone needing a sensory break, and headspace staff will be on hand for support.
Absolutely. The event is supervised by trained staff and volunteers from headspace Wagga and partner organisations. All staff hold valid Working with Children Checks, and activities are designed to be safe, inclusive, and age-appropriate.
headspace Day is a national day of awareness that celebrates the importance of mental health and wellbeing for young people. It’s a chance to reduce stigma, start conversations, and encourage everyone to take steps toward a healthier headspace. This year’s theme is all about making space for your mental wellbeing.