What's on in Melbourne and the West this weekend 6 April - 10 April? Family Games Night in Tarneit, Art at Cherry Lake (Altona), Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival, Easter Show (Wyndham Vale) at the Presidents Park, Set Me Free drama production in Sunshine West, Outdoor movie nights at Point Cook Pop-up Park with screenings of Puss in Boots the Last Wish, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Kaleidoscope Multicultural Festival (Pointcook) continues with the Easter Fun Day, Stations of the Cross (Werribee), Easter Bunny visits in multiple locations in Hobson Bay, sculpture exhibition at Hanging Rock Winery and lots more. And as always there are plenty of markets on.
Keilor Village Night Market
Keilor Village Night Market, Wed, April 5, 6PM – 9PM at he Keilor Bowls Club. Gold coin donation entrance fee applies.
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Family Games Night (Tarneit)
Family Games Night in Tarneit, Fri, 7 Apr 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
Stations of the Cross (Werribee)
Good Friday, Stations of the Cross in Werribee provides an opportunity for a meditative reflection on Jesus' journey to the Cross. The Anglican and Catholic Churches in Werribee area, work together to remind participants of the events of the first Good Friday. There are fourteen stations along the way. For each station a biblical text is offered as a point of meditation. The walk starts at Werribee Piazza at 11AM and finishes at St Andrew’s Parish Werribee at 12:30PM. Email: psgoney@gmail.com
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Set Me Free Drama (Sunshine West)
Set Me Free drama production in Sunshine West, 7 April - 7PM, 8 April 6PM, - 9 April - 6PM (Level 1, 121 Callaway Blvd, Sunshine West VIC 3020). FREE entry but seats are limited. True stories of self-harm, depression and suicidal tendencies and the hope that saved them in a powerful dramatic presentation. Three shows only! Email: Melbourneone80@gmail.com.
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Easter Show (Wyndham Vale)
Easter Show (Wyndhamvale) at the Presidents Park, Sat, 8 Apr -Sun, 9 Apr 10AM - 6PM. Fees Apply. Easter Carnival 2023, Melbourne includes Easter Egg Hunt, Animal Feeding, patting and holding, Reptile Farm, Face Painting, Pony Rides, Train Ride, Magic Shows, Meet and Greet with Superheroes, Easter Bunny Setup for Photos, Egg and Spoon Race, access to purchase showbags, Amusement Rides and Jumping Castles and more!
Image: www.wyndham.vic.gov.au
Outdoor movie night (Point Cook) - Puss in Boots the Last Wish
FREE Event!! Outdoor movie night in #pointcook shows Puss in Boots the Last Wish at 6:30PM, Sat 8 April.
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.
Image: http://artandindustryfestival.com.au/
Easter Fun Day (Point Cook)
Kaleidoscope multicultural festival (#pointcook) continues with the Easter Fun Day Sat 8 Apr 1PM-4PM. Grab a picture with the Easter Bunny, Face Painting 1-4pm, 1pm - 1.45pm Kids Crafts colouring Bunny masks, 1.45pm - 2.30pm Songs and Dance, 2.30pm - 3.30pm Family Games, Catching Eggs with Egg catchers, Egg and Spoon relay race, Matching Eggs race, Musical chairs, 3.30pm - 4pm Egg Hunt in the park. FREE screening of Puss in Boots the Last Wish at 6:30PM. #westmelbourneandbeyond
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Easter Celebration (Williams Landing)
Easter Celebration (Williams Landing), Sat 8 April, 11AM-1PM. Hot cross buns, live music and a visit from the Easter Bunny!
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Outdoor movie night (Point Cook) - Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
FREE Event!! Outdoor movie night in #pointcook Pop-up Park shows Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Thursday 6 April from 6:30PM.
Easter Bunny (Altona Meadows)
Say hello to the Easter Bunny at Central Square, Altona Meadows Sat 8 April 10.30AM – 11.30AM . Stop by and say hi or offer to help the Easter Bunny find his eggs as part of the Hobsons Bay Easter Scavenger Hunt!
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Easter Bunny (Altona)
Say hello to the Easter Bunny at Pier St, Altona Friday 7 April 5.30pm – 6.30pm . Stop by and say hi or offer to help the Easter Bunny find his eggs as part of the Hobsons Bay Easter Scavenger Hunt!
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Easter Bunny (Williamstown)
Say hello to the Easter Bunny at Douglas Parade, Williamstown Sat 8 April 12.30PM – 1.30PM. Stop by and say hi or offer to help the Easter Bunny find his eggs as part of the Hobsons Bay Easter Scavenger Hunt!
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Saturday Markets
- Kyneton Farmers Market, 8:30AM–1PM, Saturday.
- Laverton Market, 7AM-4PM, Saturday.
- Bacchus Marsh Market, 9AM–2PM, Saturday.
- Slow Food Melbourne Farmers Market (West Footscray), 8AM–1PM, Saturday.
- Ballan Community Market (Ballan), 9AM-1PM, Saturday.
- Sunbury Village Market, 9AM–2PM, Saturday.
Sunday Markets
- Daylesford Sunday Market, 8AM–3PM, Sunday.
- Laverton Market, 7AM-4PM, Sunday.
- Footscray Finds Market, 9AM–1PM, Sunday.
- Maldon Market, 9AM–1:30PM, Sunday.
- Ballarat Market, 8AM–1PM, Sunday.
- Bendigo Showgrounds Market, 8:30AM–2:30PM, Sunday.
- Flemington Farmers Market, 8:30AM-12PM, Sunday.
- Williamstown Farmers Market, 9AM-2PM, 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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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.
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Music in the Park (Tarneit)
Music in the Park (Tarneit) presents Sienna Katelyn, grand finalist of Australia’s Got Talent and more, Sat, 22 Apr 5pm - 8pm, Baden Powell Reserve, Tarneit! Bring a picnic rug, relax and be entertained. There will be food trucks onsite. Head over to the ‘come and try’ activity space where there will be 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 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
Cheeky Monkey Market (Bacchus Marsh)
Cheeky Monkey Market returns to The Village, Bacchus Marsh, Thursday 20 April.
Original image: www.melbournecheekymonkeymarket.com
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.
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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!
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).
