All the events, festivals and markets on this weekend in Melbourne's west this 27 February to 1 March. West Melbourne and Beyond informs you as best we can of what's happening in the West every weekend.
Disclaimer: This is an information website and West Melbourne and Beyond do not manage or organise any of these events.
Some highlights include:
Yarraville Twilight Sessions (for music lovers)
Holi Festival Craft (Tarneit))
Holi In the West (Tarneit)
Community Festival - HV McKay Gardens (Sunshine)
Kryal Castle Unicorn Festival (Ballarat)
Wyndham Holi (Wyndham Vale))
Lincoln Park Twilight Festiva (Essendon))
Wyndham Multicultural Lunar New Year Festival (Point Cook)
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What's On Melbourne: 13-15 Feb
This weekend in the West: All the events, festivals and markets on this weekend in Melbourne's west. West Melbourne and Beyond informs you as best we can of what's happening in the West every weekend.
Disclaimer: This is an information website and West Melbourne and Beyond do not manage or organise any of these events.
Kids Activities
Some great kids activities such as Outdoor movie: Mamma Mia (Werribee), Summer Sounds (Altona), Yarraville With Love Block Party, Pasifika Night (Werribee), Altona Miniature Railway, Bulla Hill Railway, Community Cricket Day (Mambourin), Sun Cinema Outdoor movies in Williamstown, fruit picking at Naturipe or Paynes Orchards in Bacchus Marsh, Sunset Safari at Werribee Open Range Zoo, Kryal Castle (Ballarat), Barefoot Bowls (Werribee), Bouncy Roos (Werribee), Cute and Cuddly Pony Hire (Sunbury), Animal Land Children's Farm (Diggers Rest), Elemental Coastal Park with mini-golf for the kids (Wyndham Harbour), Werribee Open Range Zoo, Sunshine Roller Skating Centre, Scienceworks.
Events and Festivals
Events and Festivals: Outdoor movie: Live music at Eynesbury Homestead on Sunday, Mamma Mia (Werribee), Summer Sounds (Altona), Yarraville With Love Block Party, Pasifika Night (Werribee), Altona Miniature Railway, Bulla Hill Railway, Community Cricket Day (Mambourin), fruit picking at Naturipe or Paynes Orchards in Bacchus Marsh, Sunset Safari at Werribee Open Range Zoo,Friday Night Barefoot Bowls (Werribee). As always check out our list of all the MARKETS each Saturday and Sunday. Altona Cherry Lake Market, Altona Meadows Farmers Market and more!
Markets: Any once off markets plus all the recurring markets in the West. Conveniently broken into lists split by Saturday and Sunday to make it easier for you to find markets you want to visit.
ONCE-OFF Markets
Enjoy these once-off markets while you have the chance.
Browning Version and South Downs (Williamstown Little Theatre)
Terence Rattigan’s much loved masterpiece, The Browning Version 11-28 Feb at Williamstwon Little Theatre. A retiring classics teacher at an English public school personal struggles are eased by a meaningful parting gift from a pupil. The story centres on a student grappling with belonging and friendship at school.
Sun Outdoor Cinema (Williamstown) 7 Jan 2026 to Sat 14 Feb. The Gantry Plaza at Seaworks Williamstown transforms into a spectacular open-air cinema featuring a sensational collection of new releases, beloved classics, and crowd favorites. With the waterfront as your backdrop and the night sky above, this is cinema like you’ve never experienced it before. Check schedule at www.sunwilliamstown.com.au. FEES apply.
Coburg Farmers Market at 92 Bell St, Coburg VIC 3058 is a cheerful Saturday morning destination where locals and visitors gather to soak up fresh air, community spirit and incredible Victorian-grown produce every week from 8am to 1pm. Held on the lovely grounds of Coburg Primary School, the market buzzes with more than 30 growers and makers offering seasonal fruit and veg, artisan breads, cheeses, eggs, sweet treats, coffee and more
Pasifika Night presented by The Potters House Werribee. Location: 223 Watton St, Werribee. An unforgettable celebration of Pacific Island culture, heritage, and community through powerful song, dance, and live performances! Experience vibrant island rhythms, cultural performances, joyful atmosphere, and family-friendly entertainment. Bring your family, invite your friends, and come celebrate the beauty, strength, and unity of the Pacific people!
Kyneton Farmers Market is a cheerful and lively monthly farmers’ market held on the second Saturday of each month at St Paul’s Park on Piper Street in historic Kyneton, Victoria. This vibrant gathering brings together 50+ local growers, producers and makers offering an inviting mix of fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables, artisan breads and cheeses, honey, jams, olives, local wines, handmade crafts and more.
The Kyneton Rotary Community Market (often referred to as the Kyneton Community Market) is a long-standing, monthly market held in Kyneton known for its diverse range of goods and community focus.
Every Saturday from about 9AM to 1PM, the Wesley Hill Community Market (149 Pyrenees Hwy, Castlemaine, VIC 3450) springs to life with a warm, welcoming country vibe that locals and visitors absolutely love — it’s one of Victoria’s longest running markets and a lovely way to start your weekend. You’ll find a delightful mix of fresh seasonal produce, lush plants, artisan baked goods, handcrafted treasures, vintage finds, aromatic coffee and chai, and plenty of friendly smiles as you wander through the stalls.
Outdoor movie: Mamma Mia (Kelly Park, Werribee) Sat 14 Feb, 5pm-8pm. Spend a romantic summer evening in Werribee City Centre with a special Valentine’s Day outdoor screening of Mamma Mia! Bring your loved ones, a picnic rug, and your best singing voice for a night of feel-good fun and classic ABBA hits under the twilight sky at Kelly Park. Pre-movie entertainment starts at 5pm, with the movie commencing at 6pm. Event organiser: Wyndham City.
Summer Sounds (Logan Reserve, Altona) 14 Feb 2PM-6PM. Adrian Eagle, Horns of Leroy and Hobsons Bay Coast Guard take to the stage for an afternoon of good vibes in beautiful Logan Reserve, Altona. Grab some picnic treats from local traders, find a spot on the grass and soak up the summer atmosphere. No bookings required. WARNING: Event may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Event organiser: Creative City Hobsons Bay.
Image: hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au and westmelbourneandbeyond.
Bacchus Marsh Twilight Market
The Bacchus Marsh Twilight Market 14 February 2026 from 3:30PM-8:30PM rings in summer! Entry is by gold coin donation. Come along for a great night out featuring: Loads of market stalls, Tasty food and drinks, Live music and entertainment, Fun for the whole family. Bring your picnic rug, enjoy the warm summer vibe, and support local makers, creators, and foodies.
Slow Food Melbourne Farmers Market (West Footscray)
The Slow Food Melbourne Farmers Market (West Footscray) is held every 2nd Saturday of the month from 9 am to 1 pm or 2 pm, featuring local Victorian produce, artisanal goods, and takeaway food. Temporarily at Johnson Reserve, 154 Essex Street, West Footscray.
Slow Food Melbourne Farmers Market (West Footscray)
Yarraville With Love Block Party
Kindred Studios (Kindred Studios, 3 Harris Street, Yarraville) warmly invite you to come together for a vibrant, free community block party celebrating love, music, and everything local this 14 Feb 12PM-8PM. FREE event!!! It’s the perfect chance to enjoy a lively day out in the heart of Yarraville, surrounded by great people and a welcoming neighbourhood atmosphere. Enjoy DJs spinning feel-good tunes from 12pm to 8pm, a fantastic bar by Barbarian Brewing, and a delicious mix of food stalls to keep you fuelled throughout the day. With music, culture, and plenty of community spirit, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
A day of sport, entertainment, and plenty of fun! To ensure the whole family has fun, get your face painted; see balloon twisting; decorate your free bucket hat; and marvel at the giant cricket players. Coffee van and hydration station will be on-site. Head to Mambourin Discovery Centre oval for a day of clinics and fun with Mambourin Cricket Club.
Mediterranean Fiesta (Keilor East): Bring your neighbours, family, and friends together for a joyful celebration of our community’s rich cultural heritage. It’s the perfect chance to connect, laugh, and soak up the vibrant atmosphere together. Enjoy the sounds of live music, lively dancing, and plenty of free kids activities to keep little ones smiling all day long. Treat yourself to delicious local dining and make a day of it — this is one community celebration you won’t want to miss!
Pasifika Night presented by The Potters House Werribee. Location: 3/7 Wedge St, Werribee. An unforgettable celebration of Pacific Island culture, heritage, and community through powerful song, dance, and live performances! Experience vibrant island rhythms, cultural performances, joyful atmosphere, and family-friendly entertainment. Bring your family, invite your friends, and come celebrate the beauty, strength, and unity of the Pacific people!
Belmont Market operates on each Sunday (except on Easter Sunday, Christmas Eve, New Years Eve and other public holidays). Open for trade and to the public from 8AM-1PM.
Come explore fresh produce, handmade treats, artisan crafts, and specialty foods. An amazing community of makers, growers, bakers, and creators. Gold coin entry. 9AM-2PM.
The Kensington Market in Melbourne, Victoria, is a monthly, volunteer-run boutique market held at the historic Kensington Town Hall (30-34 Bellair St). It showcases over 70 local artists, designers, and makers, featuring items such as ceramics, fashion, jewelry, and handmade goods.
Essendon Farmers Market (also known as the North Essendon Village Farmers Market) is a monthly event held in Lincoln Park on the 3rd Sunday of every month from 8AM to 1PM. Fresh produce, artisan goods, ready to eat foods and a great community atmosphere
The Flemington Farmers’ Market is a vibrant Sunday morning favourite held every week on the grounds of Ascot Vale Primary School, where locals and visitors alike can enjoy a delightful array of fresh seasonal produce and artisanal goodies straight from Victorian farmers and makers, 8:30AM-12:30PM.
The Daylesford Sunday Market is a warm, colourful community favourite held every Sunday in the heart of Daylesford, where visitors can wander among an eclectic mix of stalls filled with fresh produce, artisan foods, handmade crafts, plants, vintage treasures and unique gifts, all set against the charming backdrop of this picturesque town.
The Coburg Trash and Treasure Market is a vibrant and welcoming Sunday tradition in Melbourne’s northern suburb of Coburg that’s all about community, bargains and the joy of discovery. Set in the open air (be aware of weather conditions) at the iconic Coburg Drive-In site, this classic market brings together hundreds of stalls offering new and second hand goods, antiques, quirky collectibles, craft items, plants, clothes and more.
Sundays at Ms Peacock (Eynesbury Homestead, 487 Eynesbury RoadEynesbury). Join Ms Peacock any time from 12pm – 8pm for great food and drinks, and enjoy live solo artists performing from 3:30pm – 6:30pm.
The Williamstown Craft Market is at the Commonwealth Reserve on the third Sunday of the month. Includes over 50 stalls covering homegrown produce, food vendors, handmade craft and live music.
Family fun, smiles, joy, fun at the Bulla Hill Railway every 3rd Sunday of the month, 11AM-4PM. Perfect family entertainment guaranteed every month. Next door to the simultaneous Bohemian Bulla Market (Note: Market closed Jan, July, July and August). Enjoy a great double header!
Animal Land Children's Farm (Diggers Rest) every Fri, Sat, Sun and Monday. Animal Land Children s Farm is Melbourne s premiere farm experience. For more than 30 years this unique attraction has offered visitors to the only truly authentic, first-hand experience of a working farm. Great fun for the kids. FEES apply.
Heaps and heaps of food stalls and live musical entertainment. Located at 20 Booker Street, Spotswood (next to Scienceworks). Friday - 5pm to 10pm, Saturday - 12 noon to 10pm, Sunday - 12 noon to 9pm.
Ezi-Streat (EziStreat, 275 Macaulay Road, North Melbourne) open Saturday and Sundays with a hipster warehouse type feel and food from around the globe. Ezi-streat also host regular once-off events showcasing different cuisines and cultures. Live out your inner hipster at Ezi-streat and enjoy the vibes.
Forest Glade Gardens (Macedon) are beautiful gardens containing manicured decorative gardens, native forest, Japanese garden, sculptures for plenty of selfies and picnic areas to chill and unwind. A real gem of a garden. Highly recommended. Entrance fee applies. This garden is perfect for families to bring their own picnic lunches so be organised and get the most out of your visit.
Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm (Daylesford) has history, farm animals, wood fired pizza, decorative gardens, lavender and aromatherapy products and more! Open Friday - Tuesday 10AM to 5PM.
At the Altona Homestead, visitors of every age are afforded a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the life and times of the region's early settlers. Situated with a serene view of Logan Reserve and in close vicinity to the picturesque Altona foreshore, this homestead stands as a distinctive and valued piece of Altona's historical tapestry.
Image: West Melbourne and Beyond and Altona-Laverton Historical Society Inc.
Open the following times:
Saturdays 10AM to 12PM (Except January).
First Sunday of the month (Mar, Apr, Sep to Dec) 10AM to 2PM.
Devonshire Tea available on first Sunday, bookings required.
Newport Railway Museum, open every Saturday 12PM-5PM, 26 Champion Rd Newport. Entrance fees apply. Contains steam, diesel and electric trains as well as a host of other railway exhibits.
RAAF Museum. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! You MUST plan ahead for this event! Explore more than 100 years of Australian Air Force history. Learn about the Australian Flying Corps, the courage of Australia's Second World War aviators, and the service of thousands of men and women serving Australia at home and abroad in times of peace and war.
Cute And Cuddly Pony Hire is fantastic fun for the kids. Animals and children make for a perfect combination and lots of smiles. Open every weekend except for inclement weather or booked out for private functions.
Roller skating fun at the Sunshine Roller Skating Centre (38 McIntyre Rd, Sunshine Viv 3020). Experience the roller disco atmosphere, complete with the latest music plus a variety of games to ensure a fantastic time for everyone! Fees apply.
Image: Logo's from each store. Photo's: West Melbourne And Beyond.
Bouncy Roos (Werribee)
An exciting and safe indoor play centre located in Werribee. This vibrant inflatable park offers endless fun for children aged up to 12. With 12 thrilling attractions, including towering slides, action-packed obstacle courses, and themed bounce zones, Bouncy Roos ensures a memorable experience for every child.
Altona Miniature Railway is a hobby club run by railway enthusiasts that provide miniature train rides on scaled steam and diesel engines (5" and 7 1/4" gauge), on a 1.5 km length track. Great fun for kids and the young at heart.
The Altona Miniature Railway is located at 1/21 Blenheim Rd, Newport VIC 3015.
Werribee Open Range Zoo
Enjoy the Werribee Open Range Zoo. Take the bus ride and get up close and personal with the African animals including rhino's, giraffes, zebras and more. Walk around the rest of the enclosures and see the lions, cheetah, monkeys, meerkats as they roam about. Enjoy the cafeteria or bring your own food for a picnic lunch. Great fun for the kids!
B-24 Liberator Memorial Museum (Werribee), open Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday's 9:30AM - 3:30PM located cnr Princes Hwy & Farm Rd, Werribee Vic 3030. Learn about some of Australia's unique aviation history. The B-24 is the only remaining Liberator in the Southern Hemisphere and is one of only eight still existent in the world. This intricate restoration work is proceeding in one of the impressive World War II hangars on the old Werribee airfield.
Image: www.b24australia.org.au and Air Force Association
Eynesbury Heritage Trail Junior Parkrun
Eynesbury Heritage Trail Junior Parkrun (FREE). Free weekly 2km event that takes place at 8AM every Sunday morning in the Eynesbury forest and is open to 4 to 14-year-olds. Supervised by a team of volunteers who all hold current Working With Childrens Checks. Please register ahead of the run. Refer to website.
Slow Food Melbourne Farmers Market (West Footscray)
Slow Food Melbourne Farmers Market (West Footscray), Saturday at 8AM-1PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Ballan Community Market (Ballan), Saturday at 9AM-1PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Kyneton Rotary Community Market, Saturday at 8:30AM-1PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Wesley Hill Market (Castlemaine), Saturday at 9AM-1PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Flemington Farmers Market, Sunday at 8:30AM-12PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Wyndham Makers and Farmers Market (Werribee), Sunday at 10AM-2PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Malmsbury Farmers and Artist Market, Sunday at 9AM-1PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Bendigo Showgrounds Market, Sunday at 8:30AM-2:30PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
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