What's on in Melbourne and the West this weekend 21-23 April? Music in the Park starring Sienna Katelyn (Tarneit), Makers and Shakers Market at Seaworks, Williamstown on Saturday and Sunday, Kaleidoscope Multicultural Festival (Pointcook) continues with the Latin American Festival on Saturday and the Fillipines Fiesta on Sunday, Youth Festival in Hoppers Crossing.
Also, the Cheeky Monkey Market returns to The Village, Bacchus Marsh, Thursday 20 April, Paddle the Werribee River, Composting and Garden workshop in Manor Lakes, Flower Art at Cherry Lake (Altona), Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival at multiple locations, sculpture exhibition at Hanging Rock Winery and lots more. And as always there are plenty of markets on.
Music in the Park starring Sienna Katelyn (Tarneit)
Sienna Katelyn and other live performances at Meet Me in Tarneit, Sat 22 April 5-8PM, Baden Powell Reserve, Tarneit. There will be food trucks onsite, selling delicious food for dinner and dessert. Also light-up hula hoops, poi balls, LED wings, giant bubbles wands, twirling ribbons and spinning plates to play with.
Image: www.wyndham.vic.gov.au
The Makers and Shakers Market (Williamstown)
The Makers and Shakers Market at Seaworks, Williamstown 22-23 April, 10AM-4PM. Over 100 stalls, Australian made homeware, fashion, food and lots more. Entry fee applies. $4, kids $2 (can be pre-purchased or paid at the door).
20th Anniversary Youth Festival (Hoppers Crossing)
Youth Resource Centre 20th Anniversary Youth Festival, Fri 21 April, 4PM-8PM (86 Derrimut Road, Hoppers Crossing). Live performances, cultural dance competitions, rides, food trucks and more! Connect with the community and discover a range of services that can enhance your life within Wyndham. Kick back in the Chill Out Space, DJ spinning chill tunes, thrill seeking rides, cupcakes, flossy joes, a dunk tank and more!
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South American Festival (Point Cook)
Kaleidoscope Multicultural festival (#pointcook) continues with the South American Festival, Sat, 22 Apr 2023, 4PM-10PM. A day full of fun, music, food, and dance as we celebrate the passion of Latin-Americans for soccer. Live music from the Latin artists from Peru, Colombia and Argentina, delicious Mexican, Chilean, Argentinian and Salvadorean cuisine from the best food vendors, Cuban Salsa, Tango dancing and more! #westmelbourneandbeyond
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Cheeky Monkey Market (Bacchus Marsh)
Cheeky Monkey Market returns to The Village, Bacchus Marsh, Thursday 20 April.
Original image: www.melbournecheekymonkeymarket.com
Paddle the Werribee River
Paddle the Werribee River, Sat 22 April, 10AM - 1:15PM at the Riverbend Historical Park. Fees apply and bookings required. Single and double canoes available, lifejackets and instruction provided. Enjoy the beauty of the Werribee river and nature from the water with Paddle Victoria instructors, suitable for all levels. It's an experience not to be missed! Bookings required.
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Gardening and Composting Workshop (Manor Lakes)
Gardening Workshop at Manor Lakes, Sat 22 April, 10AM-11:30AM. FREE event but book ahead. Beginners workshop in composting, worm farms and Bokashi bins. Learn how to get compost systems up and running and at the same time turn your waste into a valuable resource for your garden.
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Earth Day Art Exhibition (Point Cook)
International Youth Art Exhibition of Earth Day, 1-21 Cheetham Street, Point Cook. Artworks exhibition how to make our world better.
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Filipino Fiesta (Point Cook)
Kaleidoscope Multicultural festival (#pointcook) continues with the Filipino Fiesta, Sun, 23 Apr 2023, 11:30AM-3PM. A celebration of Filipino Culture in the heart of Point Cook. Come and celebrate Filipino culture through children’s activities. From storytelling, parlour games, arts and crafts. Children's activities including arts and crafts, tumbang preso , pabitin , face painting, face glitter bar. #westmelbourneandbeyond
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Unicorn Festival (Ballarat)
Unicorn Festival at Kryal Castle in #ballarat Great kids entertainment for the holidays. Until 22 April.
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Pyrenees Unearthed Wine and Food Festival (Avoca)
Pyrenees Unearthed Wine and Food Festival, Avoca. Fees apply. Sat 22 April, 11AM-5PM. Wine, delicious food, local produce and live entertainment, the Pyrenees Unearthed Festival is a brilliant day out for all ages. Held along the banks of the Avoca River.
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Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival
Get organised, get out into the country and enjoy the #macedonranges Autumn Festival during April. #westmelbourneandbeyond
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Art at Cherry Lake (Altona)
Sea Flowers and Lake Stories Art at Cherry Lake, #altona. FREE Event! View fourteen Sea Flowers floating in the waters of Cherry Lake with the skyline of Altona in the background (just off the Millers Road carpark) through April 2023 (1st – 23rd April 2023). Bring a picnic to the lush grass next to the lake. Discover the history of the lakeThis event is free.
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Grazeland (Spotswood)
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.
Victorian Farmers' Markets Association accredited farmers’ markets
Enjoy farmers' markets? The #Victorian Farmers' Markets Association accredited farmers’ markets on this weekend
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Saturday Markets
- Slow Food Melbourne Farmers Market (Spotswood), 8AM–1PM, Saturday.
- Lancefield and District Farmers Market, 9AM-1PM, Saturday.
Sunday Markets
- Bendigo Showgrounds Market, 8:30AM–2:30PM, Sunday.
- Laverton Market, 7AM-4PM, Sunday.
- Eynesbury Market, 9AM-2PM, Sunday.
- Ballarat Market, 8AM–1PM, Sunday.
- Bendigo Showgrounds Market, 8:30AM–2:30PM, Sunday.
- Trentham Station Market, 9AM-2PM, Sunday.
- Flemington Farmers Market, 8:30AM-12PM, Sunday.
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Future Events
Plan ahead for these irregular or once-off markets and events.
Arts, Craft, Hobbies, Destash Market (Werribee)
Destash Market in Werribee, Sat 27 May, 10AM-2PM at Masonic Hall Werribee, 223 Watton St. A place to sell (and buy) your excess sewing, craft and hobby items. Anything sewing, knitting, crochet, painting or any other craft or hobby items. However no completed items are allowed. Half made items are fine.
Image: www.facebook.com/CraftDestash
Baby and Kids market (Tarneit)
Baby and Kids market in #tarneit Sat 27 May 10AM-2PM. Pre-loved, raffle, stalls, handmade, new and old, indoor venue so great even on cold and wet days. Clothing, toys, baby baths, books, shoes, sleeping bags, prams, gift items and more! #westmelbourneandbeyond
Image: www.facebook.com/babyandkidsmarketmelbourne/
Festival of Food (Hobson Bay)
Festival of Food, five month celebration of community, food and culture running February to June 2023 in Hobson Bay.
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Truganina Explosives Reserve Tour
Truganina Explosives Reserve Tour in #altona (Truganina Explosives Reserve, 274 Queen Street, Altona, 3016). FREE event! Tours run on the first Sunday of every month from February to December. Learn about the history of the reserve, and the animals and plants of the area.
Image: www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
Setting Sun Film Festival (Yarraville)
Setting Sun Film Festival (Yarraville), Thurs 11 May to Sun 21 May. The Sun Theatre, Yarraville and online. Award winning films from independent film makers around Australia and the world.
Original image: twitter.com/SettingSunFest
The Boy From Oz (Williamstown)
The Boy From Oz (Williamstown) from 5-23 May at Williamstown Centenary Theatre. The dazzling, funny and heartbreaking story of the great Australian entertainer peter allen. From his humble beginnings in outback Australia through a meteoric rise to fame and international stardom.
Image: wmtc.org.au
Keilor Village Night Market
Keilor Village Night Market, Wed, 3 May, 6PM – 9PM at he Keilor Bowls Club. Gold coin donation entrance fee applies.
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That’s Mine Makers Market (Werribee)
That’s Mine Makers Market (Werribee), Sat 2 July, 10AM-2PM, Werribee Racecourse, 2-10 Bulban Road VIC 3030. Two level, all indoors Makers Market with 60+ stalls. Come rain or shine! Gold coin entry fee applies.
Original image: www.facebook.com/people/Thats-Mine-Makers-Markets
Footscray Community Arts Centre Makers Market
Footscray Community Arts Centre Makers Market plays only three times a year. Sat 6 May, Sat 26 August and Sat 9 Dec from 9AM-3PM. Hand-made goods, stalls with a vibrant, bespoke product range. Locally produced. Support your community makers and artisans!
Family Games Night (Tarneit)
Family Games Night in Tarneit, Fri, 5 May 5:30pm - 7:30pm, Dianella Community Centre, 6 Congo Drive, Tarneit West. A great way to socialize and get to meet new friends. Play traditional board games with family and new friends. This is a family community event. Everyone is welcome. FREE event but please RSVP to ensure sufficient space and games are available for everyone. Also you are welcome to bring a plate of refreshment to share.
Image: www.wyndham.vic.gov.au
Koroit Irish festival
Koroit Irish festival returns 28-30 April. Fees apply.
Image: https://www.koroitirishfestival.com.au/
Bulla Hill Railway
Bulla Hill Railway 3rd Sunday of the month, 12PM-4PM. Enjoy the dinosaurs and take the kids for a train ride. Appropriate footwear required and fees apply for the train ride.
SoHo Village April Maker's Market (Point Cook)
SoHo Village April Maker's Market, Adelphi Blvd, Point Cook 3030, Sat 29 April, 12PM–4PM. FREE event. Handmade jewelry, unique clothing, artisanal foods, and much more. Come discover new treasures and support local makers and artisans. Live music and entertainment throughout the day.
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