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Showing posts with label Carols. Show all posts
What's on Melbourne: 8-10 December 2023

What's on in Melbourne and the West this weekend 8-10 December? Christmas carols at multiple locations, Point Cook Chrismas Market, Footscray Friday Night Market hosts the African-Latin night, Always Live Festival in Williamstown, Christmas Maze in Docklands and lots more! Werribee Cup for horse racing lovers.


Get out into country Victoria. Last chance to visit Mica Grange Gardens before it closes for the next nine months. Visit Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm (Daylesford), Anakie Fairy Park for the kids, Forest Glade Gardens (Macedon). Footscray Makers Market, Taylors Lakes Market. Other regular markets including Slow Food West Footscray, Williamstown Farmers Market, St Anne's Christmas Market (Myrniong) and many more.



What's on Melbourne and the West

Christmas Market (Point Cook)

Christmas Market at Point Cook Pop-Up Park has TWO more markets this year. All start at 4PM-9PM on Friday 8 Dec and Sat 9 Dec. Over 30 fabulous local maker stalls, live music and entertainment, kids crafts and activities, Christmas movies from 4.30pm - 6pm.

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Christmas Market (Point Cook)

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Footscray Friday Night Market

Footscray Friday Night Market (African-Latin Night) Fri 8 Dec 5PM-9PM at Railway Reserve. Live entertainment and music. Enjoy the food, music and vibe!

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Footscray Friday Night Market

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Christmas in Williamstown

Christmas in Williamstown event on Fri 8 Dec 3PM-7PM (Douglas Parade, Ferguson St and Nelson Place). An unforgettable night of activities and entertainment. Enjoy a number of in-store deals, giveaways, kids activities, live music and entertainment, and of course, Santa Claus himself!

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Christmas in Williamstown

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Carols in Queens Park (Moonee Ponds)

FREE evening of carols, children’s activities and festive cheer in Queens Park! Free children’s activities from 4.30pm. Carols Concert from 6.30pm

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Christmas in Williamstown

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Christmas Fair (Hoppers Crossing)

Christmas Fair (Hoppers Crossing), Sat 9 Dec 10AM-3PM at All Green Nursery and Garden (130 Old Geelong Rd, Hoppers Croossing). Crafts, food, music, activities and more!

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Christmas Fair (Hoppers Crossing)

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Makers Market (Taylors Lakes)

Makers Market in Taylors Lakes 8 Dec 4PM-7PM. Market stalls, live entertainment, food and more! Support local creatives!

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Makers Market (Taylors Lakes)

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Santa Drive-By (Tarneit and Truganina)

Santa Drive-By (Tarneit and Truganina), 9-10 Dec. Block party, Santa Drive, selfies and gifts and more. Register using barcode. Get in quick. BOOK FOR FREE - Limited for 100 families. Brought to you by Wyndham Arts & Events.

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Santa Drive-By (Tarneit and Truganina)

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Always Live (Williamstown)

Always Live End of the Line Festival (at Commonwealth Reserve, Nelson Place, Williamstown), 9 Dec 2PM-8PM. Celebrate the spirit of community through music by bringing the best local talent together in Williamstown for a FREE family-friendly festival. Enjoy food and non-alcoholic drinks from local vendors. Performances from Alex Lahey, Alice Skye, Meghna and Philly. Uniting the community and celebrating all things local.

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Always Live (Williamstown)

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Merry Christmas (Yarraville Village)

Merry Christmas (Yarraville Village) Sat 9 Dec and Sat 16 Dec 3PM-4PM Santa and Helper will be roving through Yarraville Village, Sat 16 Dec Pitchface Choir singing live at the Pop Up Park 4PM-5PM, Sat 23 Dec 5PM-6PM late night shopping with The Grinch and Belle on Skates!

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Merry Christmas (Yarraville Village)

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Wyndham Carols by Candlelight (POSTPONED)

POSTPONED until Sunday 17 Dec. POSTPONED. Please update any of your family or friends who maybe attending. Wyndham Carols by Candlelight Sat 9 Dec 7PM-10PM at Werribee Park Mansion, K Road, Werribee South. Fees apply. Heart-warming renditions of classic carols and contemporary hits, all while taking in the ambiance of the historic Werribee Park Mansion. Carols from local choirs and performers along with musical theatre powerhouse (Wicked, Evita, Frozen the Musical), Jemma Rix!

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Wyndham Carols by Candlelight




Newport Carols on the Green

Newport Carols on the Green Sat 9 Dec 6:30-8:30PM at Paine Reserve 7 Market Street, Newport. Hosted by Newport Fiidle and Folk Club. A community Christmas event for the whole family. Local performers, orchestra, choir and an open invitation to join in the carol singing. Bring a rug to sit on, a picnic dinner - and your singing voice!

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Newport Carols on the Green

Image: Newport Fiddle & Folk Club


Christmas Carols (Sunshine)

Meet Santa, free face painting, childrens activities and more at the AVAC Christmas Carols, Sat 9 Dec 12PM-2PM in Sunshine.

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Christmas Carols (Sunshine)

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Victorian Farmers' Markets Association accredited farmers’ markets

Enjoy farmers' markets? The #Victorian Farmers' Markets Association accredited farmers’ markets on this weekend



Victorian Farmers' Markets Association accredited farmers’ markets

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Braybrook Picnic in the Park

Braybrook Picnic in the Park at the Braybrook Community Hub, Fri 8 Dec 6PM-8PM. Enjoy the Made in Braybrook Market, take part in some sports with the Western Bulldogs, make some music with the crew from Junkyard Beats, watch Manny the magician, be entertained by magical skating by Princess on skates, Santa will also make an appearance in a fire engine.

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Braybrook Picnic in the Park


Lions Gisborne Festival

FREE Event!! The annual Lions Gisborne Festival will return on Dec 8, for another year of community activities and festival fun. The free event will be held at Gardiner Reserve from 4.30pm to 9.30pm, and will include children s activities, market and food stalls, entertainment and carnival rides.

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Lions Gisborne Festival


Santa & Festive Entertainment (Williams Landing)

Santa & Festive Entertainment at Williams Landing Shopping Centre Sat 9 & Sun 10 Dec (Elf Balloon Twister and Festive Band); Sat 16 & Sun 17 Dec (Christmas Stilt Walker and Face Painter), Sat 23 & Sun 24 Dec (Roller Skating Baubles)

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Santa & Festive Entertainment (Williams Landing)

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Christmas Maze (Docklands)

Christmas Maze (Docklands), Free entry. Open 11am to 5pm, 29 Nov to 24 Dec. Massive free Christmas maze returns to Docklands! Explore the colourful present-themed pop-up, play games and find those elves!

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Christmas Maze (Docklands)

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Santa and Friends (Werribee)

Santa and Friends (Werribee) at Werribee City Centre every Friday night 4pm-7pm, and Saturday morning, 9am-12pm, in December. Support local and enjoy some festive spirit. Say hello to Santa and friends, take a break in Station Place to admire the big tree and visit the Wedge St Piazza for your perfect Selfie Spots and play in the Elf House. Fri 1 Dec, Fri 8 Dec, Fri 15 Dec, Fri 22 Dec.

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Santa and Friends (Werribee)


Carols in the Park (Altona)

Carols in the Park (Altona), Sun 10 Dec 6PM at Logan Reserve Altona. FREE, family friendly event with the WestGate Band jand lots of surprise guests - bring your chair or picnic rug, and snacks to enjoy as we welcome the season with singing and music.

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Carols in the Park (Altona)

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Hoppers Crossing Fire Brigade Open Day

Hoppers Crossing Fire Brigade Open Day Sun 10 Dec 10AM - 1PM. A great day out for the family. Come meet your local volunteers and learn all about the CFA. Free Sausage Sizzle and drinks for $1.50. Meet your local volunteers, with tours of the station and fire trucks. Free activities for the kids.

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Hoppers Crossing Fire Brigade Open Day

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Werribee Cup (Horse Racing)

Werribee Cup (Horse Racing), Sun 10 Dec 11:30AM-5PM at TAB Park Werribee, 2-10 Bulban Road, Werribee. The TAB Werribee Cup offers lots of children's activities, food trucks, Fashions on the Field, and live entertainment available for all to enjoy at this family friendly event. Fees apply.

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Werribee Cup (Horse Racing)

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Christmas Lunch at Overnewton Castle

Have Christmas lunch at Overnewton Castle. Bookings requireed. Fees apply. Thursday 7 Dec . Lunch from 12PM-3PM.

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Christmas at Overnewton Castle

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Footscray Community Arts Centre Makers Market

Footscray Community Arts Centre Makers Market plays only three times a year. Sat 9 Dec from 9AM-3PM. Hand-made goods, stalls with a vibrant, bespoke product range. Locally produced. Support your community makers and artisans!

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Footscray Community Arts Centre Makers Market

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St Anne's Winery Christmas Market Market

St Anne's Winery Christmas Market Market Sun 10 Dec 10AM-4PM. Enjoy the countryside, visit the winery and do some Christmas shopping.

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Market

Image: St Anne's Winery


Slow Food Melbourne Farmers Market (West Footscray)

Slow Food Melbourne Farmers Market (West Footscray)

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Slow Food Melbourne Farmers Market (West Footscray)

Slow Food Melbourne Farmers Market (West Footscray)


Mica Grange Gardens

LAST CHANCE in 2023!!! Closes 10 Dec. Mica Grange Gardens offers a delightful blend of horticulture and art, making it a must-visit for garden enthusiasts, art lovers, and anyone looking to experience a slice of tranquility in Victoria's scenic countryside. Beautiful decorative gardens, sculptures to view and for sale, have a bite to eat and enjoy the panorama. Get out into Country Victoria.

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Mica Grange Gardens

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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!

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Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm (Daylesford)

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Catacombs Tour (State Library, Melbourne CBD)

Catacombs Tour at State Library (Melbourne CBD). FREE but PLAN ahead!!! Bookings required and often booked two months in advance. Multiple dates and times every week. Tour includes the highest point of The Dome to the hidden areas below the Library, known as 'the catacombs'. Visitors discover spaces usually closed to the public. Find out about the Pendulum Staircase, Card Catalogue room and the Elephant Lift.

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Catacombs Tour (State Library, Melbourne CBD)

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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.

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Forest Glade Gardens (Macedon)

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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.

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Grazeland (Spotswood)

Grazeland (Spotswood)


Ezi-streat Foodhall (North Melbourne)

Street food hall, beer garden and community space in North Melbourne, Fri-Sat 8AM-11PM, Sun 8:30AM-9PM. A celebration of street food and community spirit! Features a number of pop-up stalls, multicultural comfort food for locals and new visitors.

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Ezi-streat Foodhall (North Melbourne)

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Anakie Fairy Park

Anakie Fairy Park provides a whimsical journey into the world of fairy tales, myths, and legends. A perfect day trip to keep the kids entertained and bring out the inner child in you. Relive Cinderella, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Jack and the Beanstalk and more!

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Anakie Fairy Park

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Kyneton Farmers Market

Kyneton Farmers Market

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Kyneton Farmers Market

Kyneton Farmers Market


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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Eynesbury Heritage Trail Junior Parkrun

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Daylesford Sunday Market

Daylesford Sunday Market

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Daylesford Sunday Market

Daylesford Sunday Market


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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RAAF Museum (Point Cook)

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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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Flemington Farmers Market

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Williamstown Farmers Market

Williamstown Farmers Market runs every second Sunday between 9AM and 2PM at Robertson Reserve, Williamstown VIC 3016.

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Williamstown Farmers Market

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Werribee
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Altona
Melton
Footscray

Bushwalks in West Melbourne and Beyond

If the weather is good why not go on a walk in West Melbourne and Beyond. Plan ahead so you leave early enough!


Newport
Williamstown Foreshore Walk
Cherry Lake
Pink Lake
Cheetham Wetlands
Creswick
Trentham
Heathcote
Werribee Gorge
Mt. Buangor
Macedon
Port Fairy
Lake Elizabeth
Lerderderg
Grampians
You Yangs
Ballarat

Waterfalls in West Melbourne and Beyond

Why not visit a waterfall in West Melbourne and Beyond.


Phantom Falls
Currawong Falls
Triplet Falls
Nigretta Falls
Turpin Falls
Silverband Falls
Mackenzie Falls
Sailors Falls
Lal Lal Falls
Trentham Falls
Moorabool Falls
Stanley Park Waterfall
Ferntree Falls
Raglan Falls
Hopkins Falls



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Saturday Markets

Kyneton Farmers Market
Laverton Market
Bacchus Marsh Market
Slow Food Melbourne Farmers Market (West Footscray)
Ballan Community Market (Ballan)
Sunbury Village Market
Rose Street Market (Fitzroy)
Queen Victoria Market
South Melbourne Market
CERES Makers & Flea Market
Fitzroy Mills Market
Lost and Found Market (Fitzroy)
Melbourne Book Market
Hunter Markets (Pre-loved fashion)
Pipeworks Market
Ferntree Gully Market
St Andrews Market
Coburg Farmers Market
Carlton Farmers Market
Daylesford Sunday Market
Laverton Market
Maldon Market
Ballarat Market
Bendigo Showgrounds Market
Flemington Farmers Market
Williamstown Farmers Market
Rose Street Market (Fitzroy)
Queen Victoria Market
Docklands Sunday Community Market
Arts Centre Market
St Kilda Esplanade Market
South Melbourne Market
Lost and Found Market (Fitzroy)
Melbourne Book Market
Hunter Markets (Pre-loved fashion)
Pipeworks Market
Coburg Trash & Treasure Market
Dandenong Trash & Treasure Market
Wantirna Trash & Treasure Market
Ferntree Gully Market
Bentleigh Rotary Sunday Market
Bittern Rotary Community Market
Belmont Sunday Market
Akoonah Park Market
Camberwell Sunday Market
Alphington Farmers Market

Sunday Markets

Arts in West Melbourne and Beyond

Bowery Theatre
WIT Incorporated
Wyndham Theatre Company
Williamstown Musical Theatre
Williamstown Little Theatre
Altona City Theatre
Wyndham Cultural Centre
Footscray Community Arts
Grazeland
Substation
Louis Joel Arts
Western Arts Theatre



Future Events

Plan ahead for these irregular or once-off markets and events.

Christmas at Overnewton Castle

Have Christmas dinner at Overnewton Castle. Bookings required. Fees apply. Thursday 14 Dec and Friday 15 Dec. Dinner 7PM-10PM.

When: Thursday, 14 December 7PM-10PM

Suburb: Keilor

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Christmas at Overnewton Castle

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Anakie Fairy Park

Anakie Fairy Park provides a whimsical journey into the world of fairy tales, myths, and legends. A perfect day trip to keep the kids entertained and bring out the inner child in you. Relive Cinderella, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Jack and the Beanstalk and more!

When: Friday, 15 December 10AM-3PM

Suburb: Anakie

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Anakie Fairy Park

Image: West Melbourne and Beyond


Footscray Friday Night Market

Footscray Friday Night Market (Christmas Night) Fri 15 Dec 5PM-9PM at Railway Reserve. Live entertainment and music. Enjoy the food, music and vibe!

When: Friday, 15 December 5PM-9PM

Suburb: Footscray

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Footscray Friday Night Market

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Twilight Bazaar (Hoppers Junction)

Twilight Bazaar (Hoppers Junction, Hoppers Junction, 1-39, Old Geelong Road) Fri 15 Dec 4PM-8PM. Finish off your Christmas shopping and get into the festive spirit. Special offers, live music, lots of yummy delights and plenty of outdoor dining for you to enjoy the festive fun. You can catch Santa between 5pm 7pm. Don t miss the opportunity to grab a selfie with Santa. There will be more than 20 market stalls to browse featuring locally made treasures, perfect for all your festive gifting needs.

When: Friday, 15 December 4PM-8PM

Suburb: Hoppers Junction

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Twilight Bazaar (Hoppers Junction)

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Fun Run (Point Cook)

Fun Run (Point Cook), 16 Dec at the Point Cook Pop Up Park, 11AM-4PM. Gold coin donation. Face painting, arts and craft, BBQ, fairy floss!

When: Saturday, 16 December 11AM-4PM

Suburb: Point Cook

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Fun Run (Point Cook)

Image: Point Cook Pop Up Park


Aus Triathlon (Werribee South)

Aus Triathlon (Werribee South) 16 Dec from 9AM at Wyndham Harbour. For spectators you can enjoy some chill time at the cafe and mini-golf, or take the kids to the other fun activities.

When: Saturday, 16 December 9AM

Suburb: Werribee South

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Aus Triathlon (Werribee South)

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Gamekeepers Secret Inn Twilight Market (Melton)

Gamekeepers Secret Inn Twilight Market (Melton), Sun 17 Dec 2PM-7PM. Twilight market combined with car show. Lunch and Dinner (Bookings essential).

When: Sunday, 17 December 2PM-7PM

Suburb: Melton

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Gamekeepers Secret Inn Twilight Market (Melton)

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Cars and Culture (Werribee South)

Cars and Culture (Werribee South), Sun 17 Dec 9AM-12PM. Diverse Car Lineup (Super Cars, Custom Cars, JDM's, Classics, 4x4's + Bikes), mini golf at The Elements Coastal Activity Park, Live DJ, Special Christmas Guest Appearance + Gifts for the Lil Riders, Prizes and Giveaways.

When: Sunday, 17 December 9am-12PM

Suburb: Werribee South

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Cars and Culture (Werribee South)

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Anakie Fairy Park

Anakie Fairy Park provides a whimsical journey into the world of fairy tales, myths, and legends. A perfect day trip to keep the kids entertained and bring out the inner child in you. Relive Cinderella, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Jack and the Beanstalk and more!

When: Friday, 22 December 10AM-3PM

Suburb: Anakie

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Anakie Fairy Park

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Anakie Fairy Park

Anakie Fairy Park provides a whimsical journey into the world of fairy tales, myths, and legends. A perfect day trip to keep the kids entertained and bring out the inner child in you. Relive Cinderella, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Jack and the Beanstalk and more!

When: Tuesday, 26 December 10AM-3PM

Suburb: Anakie

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Anakie Fairy Park

Image: West Melbourne and Beyond


Kite Flying Festival (Altona)

Kite Flying Festival (Apex Park, Queen St, Altona), Sun 14 Jan 11AM-7PM. Participate in actual kite flying with your kids, variety of kites available to buy. Many activities including Kite Flying, Kite Assembly Workshop, DJ Music, Jumping Castle, Food Stalls and Market Stalls.

When: Sunday, 14 January 11AM-7PM

Suburb: Altona

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Kite Flying Festival (Altona)

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Carols By The Bay (Altona)

Carols By The Bay (Altona Sports Club, 11 Altona Road). With entertainment, live performances and more. Family friendly event on Thurs 14 Dec from 7PM. Staring the one and only Rocking Rick Charles with special performances from Glee West Choir and Ringwood Pipe Band. FREE to attend!

When: Sunday, 14 January 7PM

Suburb: Altona

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Carols By The Bay (Altona)

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That s Mine Makers Market (Werribee)

That s Mine Makers Market (Werribee), Sat 20 Jan 10AM-2PM. January market, petting zoo, facepainting, kids activities, food, stalls, live music.

When: Saturday, 20 January 10AM-2PM

Suburb: Point Cook

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That s Mine Makers Market (Werribee)

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