What's on in Melbourne and the West this weekend 22-24 March? Multiple Holi Festival of Colour celebrations throughout the West, Pop Up Repair Cafe in Williamstown, Mediterranean Fiesta in Keilor East, Taylors Lakes Music and Picnic Day, Recycling and Donation Day in Wyndham City.
Easter Bunny visits in Melton, Westie Wine Festival in Werribee (fees aply), Try rollerskating in Maribyrnong , the fabulous LIT Festival continues. Grazelandland for food afficando's and night entertainment. Steve McCurry Photography Exhibition in Williamstown, Archibald Prize paintings on weekdays in Altona.
Clunes Booktown Festival in country Victoria, Slow Food Spotswood celebrates moving to it's new location, Eynesbury Sunday Market, Laverton Market and more.
LIT Festival (Werribee)
LIT Festival (Werribee) from Fri, 8 Mar 2024 to Sun, 24 Mar 2024, 8pm - 11pm. Light installations that will bring a smile to you and your childrens faces. NOTE: Not on Mondays and Tuesdays. A free Wyndham City event no bookings required. A trruly illuminating experience!
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Mediterranean Fiesta (Keilor East)
Mediterranean Fiesta (Keilor East) Saturday, 23 March 11AM-3PM, Centreway, Keilor East. Gather with neighbors, family, and friends to honor the rich cultural heritage of our community. Experience the joy of live music, engaging dances, and complimentary activities for children that are too good to miss. Don't forget to savor the local culinary delights and make the most of a wonderful day out!
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Holi Festival of Colours (Tarneit West)
Holi Festival of Colours (Tarneit West), Sat 23 Mar 10AM-2PM Tarneit West Village, 552 Tarneit Road. Holi festivities, we're excited to offer FREE kid's craft activities inspired by Indian Pangoli art! Let your little ones unleash their creativity and add a splash of colour to their day with our fun craft sessions.
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Pop Up Recycling and Donation Drive (Werribee)
Pop Up Recycling and Donation Drive (Werribee), Sat 23 Mar 10AM-2PM at Wyndham Civic Centre, 45 Princes Hwy, Werribee VIC 3030. Have you got unwanted items cluttering your home, like old televisions, clothing, good quality furniture or bulky cardboard? Fear not! Wyndham City's highly anticipated Pop Up Donation and Recycling Day is back, and we're here to make decluttering effortless for you! REGISTRATION ESSENTIAL.
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Easter in Werribee City Centre
Easter in Werribee City Centre, Sat 23-24 Mar 10AM-2PM. Hop on down to Werribee City Centre, to enjoy some free Easter fun while you shop, dine and support local. Join us in Station Place to say hello to the Easter bunny, get your face painted and enjoy free kids activities. Settle in for a picnic with some goodies from local businesses while the kids explore the Easter garden.
Easter Egg Hunt (Tarneit)
Easter egg hunt at Newhaven! A fun day out at Newhaven's Easter egg scavenger hunt! Have a blast searching for Easter eggs at Universal Road Park. Sunday 24 March 1-3pm at Universal Road Park, Newhaven. Egg-citing Easter egg hunt, Free fun for the kids, Free refreshments.
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Wyndham Harbour Craft Market (Werribee South)
Wyndham Harbour Craft Market (Werribee South), Sun 24 March. One of the best markets in the West so don't miss out.
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Easter Bunny Visit (Melton)
Easter Bunny Visit (Melton) Sat 23 Mar. The Easter Bunny and helper will be delighting children and egg lovers with photo opportunities and free giveaways. 10am-11.30am at Melton Station Square, Melton South and 12.15pm - 3pm at Melton Town Centre Amphitheatre, Melton.
Pop Up Repair Cafe (Williamstown)
Pop Up Repair Caf (Williamstown), come and have a barista-made coffee and croissant, and check out the 'Pop Up' Repair Caf at The Bridge Church on Sunday 24 March from 10am-12pm. Also some free activities for the kids! Clothing in need of mending or taking up? Need some handyman advice? Or have an appliance that needs repairs? Volunteer fixers will help you fix them.
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Holi Festival of Colours (Seabrook)
Holi Festival of Colours (Seabrook), 11am - 2 pm Sun 24th March at Homestead Run Park , Seabrook. Indian street food , art performances , stalls with local businesses , musical instrument ( Indian Dhol & African drum ) performances and more.
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Pre-Easter Kids Funday (Eynesbury)
Pre-Easter Kids Funday (Eynesbury), Sun 24 March. Fees apply. Petting zoo, inflatable rides, Easter egg hunt, bean bags and more!
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Taylors Lakes Music and Picnic Day
Lions Club of Taylors Lakes Music and Picnic Day (Sun 24 Mar 10:30AM-3:30PM) is a day of music, food and fun for all ages. It will feature live music from local artists throughout the day, with food vans and the obligatory Lions BBQ serving up delicious food and drink. Children will be entertained with live performances, novelty experiences and fun activities. Venue: Taylors Lakes Linear Park, Chichester Road.
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Slow Food Melbourne Farmers Market (Spotswood)
Slow Food Melbourne Farmers Market (Spotswood) is moving to Spotswood Primary permanently from March 23. Celebrating the move with a lively and family friendly event filled with heaps of activities! Includes petting zoo, face painting and entertainment and of course a huge range of fresh produce and artisan goods.
Slow Food Melbourne Farmers Market (Spotswood)
Holi Festival (Soho Village Point Cook)
Holi Festival (Soho Village Point Cook), Sun 24 March 11:30AM-5PM. FREE entry. Food,DJ, entertainment.
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Clunes Booktown Festival
Clunes Booktown Festival 23-24 March. FREE entry!!! Clunes transforms itself into a hub of literary discovery and cultural celebration. Offering free entry, opening the doors wide to book enthusiasts of all ages. Dive into the vibrant storytelling and rich ideas Clunes Booktown is celebrated for.
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Westie Wine Festie
Westie Wine Festie at Kelly Park, Werribee, Cherry St, VIC 3030. Enjoy a beautiful Autumn day in Kelly Park tasting wines from local wineries and the greater Victorian wine regions. Sar 23 March 12PM-7PM. FEES apply.
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Wyndham Holi Festival of Colours (Werribee)
Wyndham Holi Festival of Colours (Werribee) 23 March 1PM-9PM, Presidents Park, Wyndham Vale. FREE entry. 10 BIG years!!!
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Holi Festival (Point Cook)
Holi Festival (Point Cook) at the Point Cook Pop Up Park, Sat 23 Mar 11AM-5PM. Hosted by the Western Gymkhana Club, the annual Bolly Holi Festival returns with a colourful day full of dance performances, music and celebrations.
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Cheeky Monkey Market (Bacchus Marsh)
Cheeky Monkey Market (Bacchus Marsh) 21 March. Cheeky Monkeys pop-up collective markets have anything ranging from Kids Clothing and Accessories, Home Decor, Jewellery, Shoes, Women's and Men's Accessories, Toys, Hand Made items, Small Business Advertising, Party Plan and more.
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Hobson Bay Archibald Prize Exhibition (Altona)
Hobson Bay Archibald Prize Exhibition (Altona) known as the HobArchies Art Exhibition, runs 16 Feb - 27 Mar at Hobsons Bay City Council offices, 115 Civic Parade, Altona 3018 during office hours, 9-5pm. This popular art prize honours portraits of humans or animals. Everyone is invited to view this fabulous event.
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Steve McCurry Photography Exhibition (Williamstown)
Steve McCurry Photography Exhibition (at Seawrks in Williamstown) from 28 Feb to 19 May. A great international exhibition of one of the most iconic voices in contemporary photography. FEES apply.
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Eynesbury Market
Eynesbury Market
Eynesbury Market
Come and Try Roller Skating (Maribyrnong)
If you are curious about trying roller skating these sessions are perfect for you. Coulson Gardens basketball court - Maribyrnong 24 March 2PM-3:30PM. Roller skates from sizes junior 8 up to mens size 11 are available to try on, as well as a full range of protective gear. NOTE: Socks must be worn and children must be assisted by an adult. FREE of charge but if it turns out you like roller skating, please support Princess on Skates by making a donation.
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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.
Grazeland (Spotswood)
Newport Railway Museum
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.
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Altona Homestead
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. Saturdays 10AM to 12PM (Except January). First Sunday of the month (Mar, Apr, Sep to Dec) 10.00AM to 2PM. Devonshire Tea available on Sundays, bookings required.
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Daylesford Sunday Market
Daylesford Sunday Market
Daylesford Sunday Market
Flemington Farmers Market
Flemington Farmers Market runs every Sunday between 8:30AM and 12pm at Ascot Vale Primary School. The Flemington Farmers Market has everything from pasta sauce, dog treats, coffee and more. The market has fresh produce, fruit and nuts, meat, poultry, fish, eggs, honey, olive oil, baked goods and is home to many specialty producers.
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RAAF Museum (Point Cook)
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.
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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.
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B-24 Liberator Memorial Museum (Werribee)
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.
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Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm (Daylesford)
Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm (Daylesford) has history, farm animals, wood fired pizza, decorative gardens, lavender and aromatherapy products and more! From 16 January 2024 open Friday - Tuesday 10:30AM to 5PM. Closed Wednesday's & Thursday's.
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Forest Glade Gardens (Macedon)
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.
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Saturday Markets
- Slow Food Melbourne Farmers Market (Spotswood), 8AM-1PM, Saturday.
- Lancefield and District Farmers Market, 9AM-1PM, Saturday.
- Laverton Market, 7AM-4PM, Saturday.
- Rose Street Market (Fitzroy), 10AM-4PM, Saturday.
- Queen Victoria Market, Sat 6AM-4PM, Saturday.
- South Melbourne Market, 8AM-4PM, Saturday.
- CERES Makers & Flea Market, 9AM-2PM (Sep - May). 10AM-3 (June - Aug), Saturday.
- Fitzroy Mills Market, 9AM - 2PM, Saturday.
- Lost and Found Market (Fitzroy), 11am -5pm, Saturday.
- Melbourne Book Market, 9AM - 4PM, Saturday.
- Hunter Markets (Pre-loved fashion), 9am - 1pm, Saturday.
- Pipeworks Market, 8AM - 4PM, Saturday.
- Ferntree Gully Market, 9AM-3PM, Saturday.
- St Andrews Market, 9AM - 2PM, Saturday.
- Bayswater Makers‚ Market, 10AM-2PM, Saturday.
- Leongatha Community Market, 8.30am - 12.30pm, Saturday.
- Coburg Farmers Market, 8am - 1pm, Saturday.
- Carlton Farmers Market, 8am - 1pm, Saturday.
Sunday Markets
- 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.
- Indian Market (Sanctuary Lakes), 10AM-5PM, Sunday.
- Rose Street Market (Fitzroy), 10AM-4PM, Sunday.
- Queen Victoria Market, Sun 9AM-4PM, Sunday.
- District Makers‚ Market (Docklands), 11AM-4PM, Sunday.
- Docklands Sunday Community Market, 10AM-3PM, Sunday.
- Arts Centre Market, 10AM-4PM, Sunday.
- St Kilda Esplanade Market, 10AM-4PM, Sunday.
- South Melbourne Market, 8AM-4PM, Sunday.
- Lost and Found Market (Fitzroy), 11am -5pm, Sunday.
- Melbourne Book Market, 9AM - 4PM, Sunday.
- Hunter Markets (Pre-loved fashion), 9am - 1pm, Sunday.
- Pipeworks Market, 8AM - 4PM, Sunday.
- Coburg Trash & Treasure Market, 8AM to 2PM, Sunday.
- Dandenong Trash & Treasure Market, 8AM to 2PM, Sunday.
- Wantirna Trash & Treasure Market, 8AM to 2PM, Sunday.
- Ferntree Gully Market, 9AM-3PM, Sunday.
- Bentleigh Rotary Sunday Market, 7AM-12PM, Sunday.
- Bittern Rotary Community Market, 8.00am - 1:00pm, Sunday.
- Belmont Sunday Market, 8.00am - 1:00pm, Sunday.
- Akoonah Park Market, 8AM-1:30PM, Sunday.
- Camberwell Sunday Market, 7AM-12:30PM, Sunday.
- Alphington Farmers Market, 9AM-1PM, Sunday.
- Daylesford Sunday Market, 8AM-3PM, Sunday.
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