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During the Melbourne Mexican Festival, be immersed in a vibrant Mexican extravaganza in the heart of the city.
Experience the vibrant culture and heritage of Sri Lanka as Lankan Fest returns for its 7th year.
Experience the magic of the holiday season at Santa's Festival, where joy and wonder come to life for the whole family. Step into a winter wonderland filled with enchanting activities and heartwarming moments.
Experience Malaysia’s vibrant culture at Queen Victoria Market, as Colours of Malaysia 2024 offers a lively blend of traditional food, music, dance, art and interactive workshops.
Celebrate Christmas, Filipino-style, at Pasko sa Melbourne at Queen Victoria Market.
Experience the vibrancy of Southbank like never before at Festival at Boyd (FAB), where community connections thrive.
Now in its eleventh year, the African Music and Cultural Festival spans three days.
The Polish Festival at Fed Square is turning 20, and they're gearing up for the biggest celebration yet.
Dive into the vibrant heart of Korean culture at the Sydney Korean Festival, the biggest K-celebration in Australia!
The much awaited Victorian festival of Diwali returns to its home at the iconic Fed Square, and is free and open to all Victorians.
The much beloved Dog Lovers Festival is thrilled to be celebrating ten years of the nation’s favourite doggie-dedicated event with its return to Melbourne this October.
After the roaring success of the 2022 sold-out event, the Cat Lovers Festival will make its long-awaited return to Melbourne this October at its new home of Melbourne Showgrounds.
Get ready Melbourne, as Asia Street Food Festival makes its launch right by the Yarra River.
Indulge your taste buds with a journey through the diverse flavours of India, from traditional favourites like butter chicken to innovative fusion dishes that showcase the culinary creativity of the subcontinent.
Meet acrobatic larrikins Kenny & Jenny on their farm for a 50 min true blue tribute to the outdoors.
Celebrate Children’s Week at Melbourne Museum with exciting activities designed to spark creativity, inspire learning, and build connections for young children and their families.
Starting this year's Melbourne International Jazz Festival with a bang, join for a jam-packed lineup of international legends, local heroes and iconic films over three days of free festival fare at Fed Square.
An interactive Zoom show for Grandparents and their Grandchildren who live apart!
Back by popular demand, The Secret World of Food returns to Melbourne Museum thanks to Victorian Health Promotion Foundation, VicHealth, in celebration of World Food Day (16 October) and Children’s Week (19-27 October).
Flamboyantly reckless and boastful circus: A Rollicking Pirate Adventure for the whole family!
Travel through time and space in this inspiring world premiere story about discovery and connection.
Come for the circus show, stay for the dance party!
Reach into the lucky dip that is The Fringe for Kids, and be delighted by what you’ll find!
Join drag superstar Hugo Grrrl for a musical, magical adventure exploring the science of the skies.
An enchanting and sensitive installation work where the very youngest lead the way.
Festival Indonesia, in collaboration with the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia in Melbourne, is celebrating Independence Day with an outdoor festival at Argyle Square.
Put on your stretchy pants and get down to a foodie wonderland at the Royal Exhibition Building. Sip fine wines then feast on pizza, arancini, cannoli and gelato.
“Everything a science show should be, AND MORE!” ★★★★★ Seesaw Mag
Travelling through worlds Unseen, with creatures Unknown.
The Melbourne Fringe Festival is back this October, with over 450 events to discover across the city from cutting-edge independent artists.
Footy Festival is back this September and bigger than ever before, taking over Yarra Park from Wednesday September 25 to Saturday September 28.
Enjoy a delightful range of Chinese dance and music performances, lion and dragon dance, and various displays of Chinese musical instruments.
In celebration of the two week Wonder Children's Festival this year, Geelong Arts Centre is excited to announce Family Day, a special event packed with fun on Saturday, 21st September.
Join a bumper two-day celebration of harvest and thanksgiving at the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival.
Each spring, we welcome guests to witness our stunning cherry blossom flowers in bloom.
