What's on in Melbourne and the West this weekend 18-20 Oct?
Some great kids activites such as Circus Latino at Altona, Altona Miniature railway, Bulla Hill Miniature railway, Animal Land Children's Farm (Diggers Rest), Elemental Coastal Park with mini-golf for the kids (Wyndham Harbour), Trick or Treat at Kryal Castle (Ballarat).
Events and Festivals: Westie Festie Festival for those who love their tipple, Stony Creek Music festival for families and those who love The Rolling Stones, Jazz Under The Stars in Manor Lakes, Moonee Ponds Handmade Market, Lancefield Festival for those who enjoy country drives as well as many spring gardens to see in country Victoria. Also start planning for Halloween.
Also other recurring events.
- Banksy Exhibition (Docklands)
- Coliban Springs Open garden (Redesdale)
- Rocklands Open Garden (Redesdale)
- Stony Creek Music Festival (Yarraville)
- Trick Or Treat (Kryal Castle, Ballarat)
- Jazz Under The Stars (Manor lakes)
- RAAF Museum (Point Cook)
- Bulla Hill Railway
- Eynesbury Heritage Trail Junior Parkrun
- Altona Miniature Railway
- Westie Festie (Werribee)
- Halloween Events in the West
- Lancefield Show
- Duneira Estate Spring Open Garden Days (Macedon)
- Queensberry Cup (North Melbourne)
- Circus Latino (Altona)
- Animal Land Children's Farm (Diggers Rest)
- Grazeland (Spotswood)
- Forest Glade Gardens (Macedon)
- Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm (Daylesford)
- Altona Homestead
- Newport Railway Museum
- Altona Miniature Railway
- B-24 Liberator Memorial Museum (Werribee)
Markets: Any once off markets plus all the recurring markets in the West.
- Station Place Mini Pop-Up Market (Werribee)
- Cheeky Monkey Market (Bacchus Marsh)
- Cheeky Monkey Market (Caroline Springs)
- Cheeky Monkey Market (Stockland Point Cook)
- Moonee Ponds Handmade Market
All the recurring markets organised by Saturday or Sunday and location are shown below:
Saturday Markets: Western Suburbs
- Yarraville Village Craft Market, 9AM-1PM
- Laverton Market, 7AM-4PM
- Darley Community Market (Bacchus Marsh), 8AM-1PM
- Yarraville Village Farmers Market, 8:30AM-1PM
Saturday Markets: Western Country Victoria
- Creswick Market, 9AM-1PM
- Trentham Farmers Market, 9AM-1PM
- Leonards Hill Hall Market, 9AM-2PM
- Riddell's Creek Farmers Market, 9AM-1PM
- Wesley Hill Market (Castlemaine), 9AM-1PM
Sunday Markets: Western Suburbs
- Williamstown Craft Market, 10AM-3PM
- Laverton Market, 7AM-4PM
- Flemington Farmers Market, 8:30AM-12PM
- Kensington Market, 10AM-3PM
Sunday Markets: Western Country Victoria
- Daylesford Sunday Market, 8AM-3PM
- Malmsbury Farmers and Artist Market, 9AM-1PM
- Ballarat Market, 8AM-1PM
- Bendigo Showgrounds Market, 8:30AM-2:30PM
- St Anne's Farmers Market, 9AM-1PM
Queensberry Cup (North Melbourne)
Queensberry Cup (North Melbourne) Sat 19 Oct from 1PM. Cart racing, after party, dog showm food trucks, music, dance, kids activities.
Image: queensberrycup.org.au
Station Place Mini Pop-Up Market (Werribee)
Station Place Mini Pop-Up Market (Werribee), every Thursday from 3 Oct 2024 until May 2025. Explore 8-10 distinctive market stalls in the heart of Werribee! From local crafts to delicious treats, it's the ideal mid-week excursion.
Original image: That's Mine Events.
Stony Creek Music Festival (Yarraville)
Stony Creek Music Festival (McNish Reserve, Court Street, Yarraville) Sat 19 Oct 1PM-6PM. Some of the finest musicians will entertain with Rolling Stones hits. Also face painting, food strucks and Belle the princess on roller skates.
Original image: www.facebook.com/StonyCreekMusicFestival/
Jazz Under The Stars (Manor lakes)
Jazz Under The Stars (Manor lakes), Sat 19 Oct 6PM-9PM at Manor Lakes Boulevard Park. FREE ticketed event. Order at: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/jazz-festival-at-the-village-manor-lakes-tickets-1038824551197. Pack a picnic rug and picnic, cushion, and chair, and settle in for a relaxing evening with family and friends.
Image: www.eventbrite.com.au
Altona Miniature Railway
Altona Miniature Railway runs the third Sunday of each month and opens at 10AM. The kids love it here!
Altona Miniature Railway
Moonee Ponds Handmade Market
Moonee Ponds Handmade Market, Sun 20 Oct 10AM-3PM. Head to Pratt St, Moonee Ponds for a fun and friendly market experience. This event is all about discovering unique, handmade treasures from talented local artisans. Whether you're looking for special gifts or just want to browse, you'll find plenty to love. Come along, support local makers, and enjoy a relaxed day out in the community!
Original Image: www.mooneeponds3039.com.au
Westie Festie (Werribee)
Westie Festie (Wyndham Park, Werribee) Sat 29 Oct 12pm-6pm. Westie Festie is a craft beer, wine and spirits festival hosted by Old Habits CBW. FEES apply. Food stalls with Gluten free, Vegetarian and Vegan options available.
Image: events.humanitix.com
Halloween Events in the West
PLAN AHEAD for Halloween in the West with multiple events across many suburbs.
Williamstown Craft Market
Williamstown Craft Market, Sunday at 10AM-3PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Banksy Exhibition (Docklands)
Banksy Exhibition (Docklands). 440 Docklands Dr, Docklands VIC 3008. Fees Apply ($39-$41). When the topic is street art, there is no way around him: Banksy is probably the most famous and also the most mysterious graffiti artist in the world. The Art of Banksy: Without Limits shows more than 180 of the artist's works, including over 70 originals, prints on different kinds of materials, photos, sculptures, and much more. The event will take place at Level 1 (opposite H&M) (Level 1/116 Studio Lane).
Original image: artofbanksyau.com
Circus Latino (Altona)
Circus Latino (Apex Park, Altona) 18 Oct - 3 Nov. FEES apply. Clowns, Acrobats, Aerial acts, Hand Balancing, Jugglers, Hula hoops, and the amazing Ring of Death.
Image: www.circuslatino.com
Lancefield Show
Lancefield Show Sun 20 Oct 9AM-4PM. Kids FREE. Adults $15. Fun for everyone. Tractor pull, home crafts, rides, entertainment, dog high jump, markete stalls, food, local wine and lots more.
Image: lancefieldshow.org.au
Duneira Estate Spring Open Garden Days (Macedon)
Duneira Estate Spring Open Garden Days (Macedon) 19-20 Oct 10AM-4PM. Kids under 16 FREE. All others fees apply. Come and have a walk around the grand garden of Duneira Estate this Spring!
Image: Duneira Estate.
Coliban Springs Open garden (Redesdale)
Coliban Springs Open garden (Redesdale), 19-20 Oct 10AM-4:30PM. FEES apply. Once a sheep paddock, this amazing mature garden is full of native plants, many propagated by the owner. This large garden is drought tolerant and a wonderful home for birds. The landscape is undulating with paths leading to deep beds with massed plantings and quiet areas to sit and look at the garden. There is a large lake that is home to water birds including crakes and rails, where you can sit and admire the view.
Original Images: opengardensvictoria.org.au
Rocklands Open Garden (Redesdale)
Rocklands Open Garden (Redesdale), 19-20 Oct 10AM-4:30PM. FEES apply. Along the serene banks of the Campaspe River, this tranquil, sprawling garden offers delightful vantage points to enjoy the flowing water below. It features vibrant, expansive perennial beds and a generous array of roses. The extensive Bearded Iris display is particularly stunning. An enclosed vegetable garden provides fresh produce for the household, while fruit trees are thoughtfully scattered throughout the garden.
Original Images: opengardensvictoria.org.au
Wyndham Makers and Farmers Market (Werribee)
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Animal Land Children's Farm (Diggers Rest)
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.
Logo Image: Animal Land Children's Farm.
Yarraville Village Craft Market
Yarraville Village Craft Market, Saturday at 9AM-1PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Trick Or Treat (Kryal Castle, Ballarat)
Trick Or Treat (Kryal Castle, Ballarat) Sat 19 Oct or Sun 20 Oct 10AM-4PM. Follow Dr. Frankenstein s Spooky Scavenger Hunt throughout the entire Castle! All participants will receive a free trick or treat bag, and then you can follow the trail, solve ridiculous riddles, and challenge yourself in some of his ghoulish, gruesome experiments to collect some tasty treats!
Image: Kryal Castle.
Cheeky Monkey Market (Bacchus Marsh)
Cheeky Monkey Market (Bacchus Marsh) 17 October. 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.
Original Image: melbournecheekymonkeymarket.com
Cheeky Monkey Market (Caroline Springs)
Cheeky Monkey Market (CS Square, Caroline Springs) 19 October. 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.
Original Image: melbournecheekymonkeymarket.com
Cheeky Monkey Market (Stockland Point Cook)
Cheeky Monkey Market (Stockland Point Cook) 19 October. 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.
Original Image: melbournecheekymonkeymarket.com
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.
Original Image: www.airforce.gov.au
Bulla Hill Railway
Bulla Hill Railway third 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.
Bulla Hill Railway
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.
Image by Freepik
Laverton Market
Laverton Market, Saturday at 7AM-4PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Darley Community Market (Bacchus Marsh)
Darley Community Market (Bacchus Marsh), Saturday at 8AM-1PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Creswick Market
Creswick Market, Saturday at 9AM-1PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Yarraville Village Farmers Market
Yarraville Village Farmers Market, Saturday at 8:30AM-1PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Trentham Farmers Market
Trentham Farmers Market, Saturday at 9AM-1PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Leonards Hill Hall Market
Leonards Hill Hall Market, Saturday at 9AM-2PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Riddell's Creek Farmers Market
Riddell's Creek Farmers Market, Saturday at 9AM-1PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Wesley Hill Market (Castlemaine)
Wesley Hill Market (Castlemaine), Saturday at 9AM-1PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Daylesford Sunday Market
Daylesford Sunday Market, Sunday at 8AM-3PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Malmsbury Farmers and Artist Market
Malmsbury Farmers and Artist Market, Sunday at 9AM-1PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Laverton Market
Laverton Market, Sunday at 7AM-4PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Ballarat Market
Ballarat Market, Sunday at 8AM-1PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Bendigo Showgrounds Market
Bendigo Showgrounds Market, Sunday at 8:30AM-2:30PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Flemington Farmers Market
Flemington Farmers Market, Sunday at 8:30AM-12PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
Kensington Market
Kensington Market, Sunday at 10AM-3PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
St Anne's Farmers Market
St Anne's Farmers Market, Sunday at 9AM-1PM. Click "More Info" button for market address, directions, photos and any other additional information.
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)
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.
Image: Westmelbourneandbeyond.com
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! Open Friday - Tuesday 10AM to 5PM.
Closed following times:
- Closed Wednesday's and Thursday's.
- Closed 1 July to 1 August.
Image: West Melbourne and Beyond
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.
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
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.
Image by Freepik
Altona Miniature Railway - Public Open Day
The Altona Miniature Railway is open on every 3rd Sunday of the month between 10am and 3pm (last train). Fees Apply.
Original image created by altonaminiaturerailway.com.au
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.
For more information head to the official website here: https://altonaminiaturerailway.com.au/
The Altona Miniature Railway is located at 1/21 Blenheim Rd, Newport VIC 3015.
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.
Image: www.b24australia.org.au and Air Force Association
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Saturday Markets
- Yarraville Village Craft Market, 9AM-1PM, Saturday.
- Laverton Market, 7AM-4PM, Saturday.
- Darley Community Market (Bacchus Marsh), 8AM-1PM, Saturday.
- Creswick Market, 9AM-1PM, Saturday.
- Yarraville Village Farmers Market, 8:30AM-1PM, Saturday.
- Trentham Farmers Market, 9AM-1PM, Saturday.
- Leonards Hill Hall Market, 9AM-2PM, Saturday.
- Riddell's Creek Farmers Market, 9AM-1PM, Saturday.
- Rose Street Market (Fitzroy), 10AM-4PM, Saturday.
- Queen Victoria Market, Sat 6AM-4PM, Saturday.
- South Melbourne Market, 8AM-4PM, Saturday.
- CERES Makers and 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.
- Park Orchards Market, 9am - 1pm, Saturday.
- Ferntree Gully Market, 9AM-3PM, Saturday.
- Longbeach Anglican Church Market, 9AM - 12.30PM, Saturday.
- St Andrews Market, 9AM - 2PM, Saturday.
- Gasworks Farmers‚ Market, 8AM to 1PM, Saturday.
- Coburg Farmers Market, 8am - 1pm, Saturday.
- Carlton Farmers Market, 8am - 1pm, Saturday.
- Wesley Hill Market (Castlemaine), 9AM-1PM, Saturday.
Sunday Markets
- Williamstown Craft Market, 10AM-3PM, Sunday.
- Daylesford Sunday Market, 8AM-3PM, Sunday.
- Malmsbury Farmers and Artist Market, 9AM-1PM, Sunday.
- Laverton Market, 7AM-4PM, Sunday.
- Ballarat Market, 8AM-1PM, Sunday.
- Bendigo Showgrounds Market, 8:30AM-2:30PM, Sunday.
- Gamekeepers Secret Inn Market (Melton), 9AM-2PM, Sunday.
- Flemington Farmers Market, 8:30AM-12PM, Sunday.
- Rose Street Market (Fitzroy), 10AM-4PM, Sunday.
- Queen Victoria Market, Sun 9AM-4PM, Sunday.
- Arts Centre Market, 10AM-4PM, Sunday.
- St Kilda Esplanade Market, 10AM-4PM, Sunday.
- Kensington Market, 10AM-3PM, 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 and Treasure Market, 8AM to 2PM, Sunday.
- Dandenong Trash and Treasure Market, 8AM to 2PM, Sunday.
- Wantirna Trash and 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.
- St Anne's Farmers Market, 9AM-1PM, Sunday.
- Wyndham Makers and Farmers Market (Werribee), 10AM-2PM, Sunday.
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Future Events
Plan ahead for these irregular or once-off markets and events.
Fairy Park (Anakie)
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, 30 August 10AM-3PM
Suburb: Anakie
Image: West Melbourne and Beyond
Braeburn House, Beeac (near Colac)
Braeburn House Open Garden, Beeac (near Colac), 26-27 Oct 10AM-4:30PM. FEES apply. Braeburn House is a large eclectic garden planted by the very passionate gardening owner over the last 20 years. You will find many unusual plants and found art throughout this country garden.
When: Saturday, 26 October 10AM-4:30PM
Suburb: Beeac (near Colac)
Original Images: opengardensvictoria.org.au
Animal Lands Scary Circus (Diggers Rest)
Animal Lands Scary Circus (Diggers Rest) 26 Oct and 27 Oct. FEES apply. Gather your courage, put on your bravest costume, and prepare for a night of heart-pounding excitement. Help raise funds for ROYAL CHILDRENS HOSPITAL.
When: Saturday, 26 October
Suburb: Diggers Rest
Image: www.animalland.com.au
Hanging Rock Market
Hanging Rock Market Sat 26 October.
When: Saturday, 26 October 9AM-2PM
Suburb: Hanging Rock
Image: Crafts Markets Australia.
Halloween Spookfest (Point Cook)
Halloween Spookfest (Point Cook Pop-up Park) Sat 26 Oct 12PM-4PM. Spooky music, Kids activities, Roving Halloween characters, Halloween disco, Treasure hunt (1pm - 3pm). Collect your clue sheet from the Pop-Up Park Halloween stand, find all 4 clues and return to the stand to claim your free* halloween treat. *free = limited to 1500 available
When: Saturday, 26 October 12PM-4PM
Suburb: Point Cook
Image: www.stockland.com.au
Halloween Festival in Altona Meadows
Monster Mayhem in the Meadows Halloween Festival at AB Shaw Reserve, Hall Ave, Altona Meadows, 3028 27 Oct. FREE event!!! From 2PM-7PM. Family fun and community spirit, vibrant on stage entertainment throughout the afternoon. A family fun day in Altona Meadows where all can come in Halloween costumes and enjoy, good food and entertainment (bands, magician and local groups).
When: Sunday, 27 October 2PM-7PM
Suburb: Altona Meadows
Image: www.altonameadowsca.org.au
Spookyville in Oz (Sunshine West)
Spookyville in Oz (Sunshine West, Spookyville will be held at Sunshine Social. Located at 64 Glengala Road in Sunshine West.) Sun 27 Oct 11AM-2:30PM. Spooky Craft. Facepainting, Kids Entertainment and Activities, Meet Dorothy and The Wicked Witch, Best Costume Award, Themed Photo Station.
When: Sunday, 27 October 11AM-2:30PM
Suburb: Sunshine West
Image: www.eventbrite.com.au
Wyndham Harbour Craft Market
Wyndham Harbour Craft Market Sun 27 Oct 9AM-2PM. One of our favourite markets. If the sun is shining don't miss out!!!
When: Sunday, 27 October 9AM-2PM
Suburb: Werribee South
Image West Melbourne And Beyond.
Kids Haunted Halloween (Point Cook)
Kids Haunted Halloween (Point Cook Libary) Wed, 30 Oct 2024 4:00pm - 5:30pm. Dress up in your coolest Halloween costume and come join us for an afternoon of spooky crafts and fun. Ages 5-12 only.
When: Wednesday, 30 October 4PM-5:30PM
Suburb: Point Cook
Image: www.wyndham.vic.gov.au
Daylesford Rotary Art Show
Daylesford Rotary Art Show from 31 Oct 5 Nov featuring over 250 artists - local, regional and beyond Venue: Daylesford's Stanbridge Hall and Church, 54 Central Springs Rd.
When: Thursday, 31 October
Suburb: Daylesford
Image: Daylesford Rotary Art Show
Spooktakular Park Party (Hoppers Junction)
Spooktakular Park Party (Hoppers Junction) Thurs 31 Oct 4PM-7PM. FREE Wyndham City event. Come on down to Powell Reserve, Thursday 31 October, for a spook-tacular evening of fun! Dance the night away with the incredible DJ Phantom Groove and Beat Freakz Dancers, and master Thriller and Zombie walks. Be amazed and entertained by Count Von Boogie's thrilling show, packed with magic, tricks, and spooky fun! Transform with spooky face painting and hair colour spray.
When: Thursday, 31 October 4PM-7PM
Suburb: Hoppers Junction
Image: www.wyndham.vic.gov.au
Newports Halloween Family Fun Zone
Newports Halloween Family Fun Zone Thurs 31 Oct 4:30PM-8PM. Rides, snags and more!
When: Thursday, 31 October 4:30PM-8PM
Suburb: Newport
Image: Rotary Club of Williamstown
Halloween Monster Hunt (Sanctuary Lakes)
Halloween Monster Hunt (Sanctuary Lakes Shopping Centre) Thurs 31 Oct 4PM-7PM. Visit the Halloween station outside ALDI on Thursday, 31 October; between 4pm - 7pm to go on a monster hunt! Kids will be given a haunted map of the Centre, which they will use to find all the monster stickers, which can be collected from participating stores. Once they've found them all, come back to the map collection point to receive a spooky surprise!
When: Thursday, 31 October 4PM-7PM
Suburb: Sanctuary Lakes
Image: www.sanctuarylakessc.com.au
Watergardens Halloween Savenger Hunt
Watergardens Shopping Centre Halloween 31 Oct. Halloween scavenger hunt (10am - 1pm & 4pm - 7pm), where eerie surprises and haunting tricks lurk around each corner. Visit the starting station, located near TK Maxx. Dress up for a spooky scavenger hunt through Watergardens Shopping Centre.
When: Thursday, 31 October
Suburb: Watergardens
Image by pikisuperstar on Freepik.
Watergardens Halloween Spooky Street Party
Watergardens Shopping Centre Spooky Street Party, 31 Oct from 4PM. Get ready for a Fright Fest at our Halloween Station Street Party. Dress your best to win giveaways! Sesame Street characters in their Halloween best, a live DJ spinning hauntingly good tunes, and a wicked selection of sweet tricks and treats to give away.
When: Thursday, 31 October From 4PM
Suburb: Watergardens
Image by Freepik.
Trick Or Treat (Williamstown)
Trick Or Treat (Williamstown) 31 Oct 5PM. Williamstown traders are hosting their very own 'Trick or Treat' this Halloween! Get that costume ready!
When: Thursday, 31 October 5pm
Suburb: Williamstown
Image by freepik
Yarraville Village Halloween
Yarraville Village Halloween Thurs 31 Oct 4PM-6PM. There will be Trick or Treating , live music and storytelling in the pop-up park, as well as roving entertainment. Afterwards, enjoy a scary movie from the Sun Theatre, or a meal from one of Yarraville s many incredible restaurants.
When: Thursday, 31 October 4PM-6PM
Suburb: Yarraville
Image: Yarraville Village
Halloween Party (Yarraville)
Halloween Party (Yarraville Club, 135 Stephen St, Yarraville), Thursday 31 Oct from 5PM. After your Trick-or-Treating adventures, swing by for a ghoulishly good time. Ticket includes: A Kid's Snack Pack, A Haunted House experience, Dress-up prizes for the best costumes, A Kids DJ spinning the spookiest tracks!
When: Thursday, 31 October 5PM
Suburb: Yarraville
Image: Yarraville Club.
Maldon Folk Festival
Maldon Folk Festival 1-4 Nov 2024. Maldon Folk Festival has been held annually for more than five decades. An abundance of music, and dance in the historic, Maldon township. Folk, bluegrass, a little jazz, a little blues music, and dance and interactive workshops. FEES apply.
When: Friday, 1 November
Suburb: Maldon
Image: www.maldonfolkfestival.com
Hide And Seek Festival (Moorabool Shire)
Hide And Seek Festival (Moorabool Shire) 1-10 Nov. Musicians, live performance, exhibitions, workshops and more.
When: Friday, 1 November
Suburb: Moorabool Shire
Image: www.moorabool.vic.gov.au
Library Halloween Celebration (Tarneit)
Library Halloween Celebration (Julia Gillard Library Tarneit) Fri 1 Nov 6PM-8:30PM. FREE event!!! Do you like scary movies? Celebrate and socialise with like-minded young people at the haunted library party this Halloween! Hosted by our Library Youth Collaborative, this Halloween party movie night features spooky selfies, all set to the best music tracks in our Supernatural movie theatre... for one night only!
When: Friday, 1 November 6PM-8:30PM
Suburb: Tarneit
Image: www.wyndham.vic.gov.au
Duneira Annual Bluebell Festival (Macedon)
Duneira Annual Bluebell Festival (Macedon), 2-3 Nov. Live music. Local market stalls. CWA food stall. Rovers sausage sizzle. Coffee van. Wine and Gin Tasting. FEES apply. Guided garden tours and house entry included in ticket price. Dogs on leads welcome! Book tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/bluebell
When: Saturday, 2 November 10AM-3PM
Suburb: Macedon
Image: Duneira.
Diwali - Festival of Lights (Point Cook)
Diwali - Festival of Lights (Point Cook Pop-Up Park) Sat 2 Nov 6pm-11pm. Cultural performances, Fashion show, Market stalls, Art workshops' Dance workshops, DJ and dance party.
When: Saturday, 2 November 6PM-11PM
Suburb: Point Cook
Image: www.stockland.com.au
Truganina Explosives Reserve
Truganina Explosives Reserve is on every first Sunday of the month 1PM-4PM at 276 Queen St, Altona VIC 3018 from February to December. This is opposite Kooringal Golf Course. Learn some local Melbournian history in your own backyard. Well worth a visit and even the kids enjoy it! FREE event! Learn about the history of the reserve, and the animals and plants of the area.
When: Sunday, 3 November 1PM-4PM
Suburb: Altona
Image: www.westmelbourneandbeyond.com
Cheeky Monkey Market (Sanctuary Lakes)
Cheeky Monkey Market (Sanctuary Lakes Shopping Centre) 3 November. 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.
When: Sunday, 3 November
Suburb: Sanctuary Lakes
Original Image: melbournecheekymonkeymarket.com
Keilor Night Market
Keilor Night Market is a lovely local community market with a great friendly and welcoming vibe. Support local. Support community! Approx. 35 stalls with donations helping support a charitable cause for each month.
When: Wednesday, 6 November 6PM-9PM
Suburb: Keilor
Image: The Village Night Market
SpringFest Carnival (Point Cook)
SpringFest Carnival (Point Cook Pop-Up Park), Sat 9 Nov 12pm-4pm. Aerial acrobatics, Roving circus performances, Vintage carousel, Amusement arcade games.
When: Saturday, 9 November 12PM-4PM
Suburb: Point Cook
Image: www.stockland.com.au
Strawberry and Cherry Festival (Bacchus Marsh)
Strawberry and Cherry Festival (Bacchus Marsh), 14 Nov 5PM to 17 Nov 4PM. A weekend brimming with community spirit, live music, fresh produce, and endless fun from November 14th to 17th! Celebrate the start of the Victorian growing season in the heart of Bacchus Marsh. Delight in the vibrant colors and sweet aromas of strawberries and cherries while supporting local Bacchus Marsh farmers. With carnival rides and market stalls featuring artisanal goods, there s something for everyone to enjoy.
When: Thursday, 14 November
Suburb: Bacchus Marsh
Image: strawberrycherryfestival.com.au
Cheeky Monkey Market (Caroline Springs)
Cheeky Monkey Market (CS Square, Caroline Springs) 16 November. 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.
When: Saturday, 16 November
Suburb: Caroline Springs
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Budburst Wine Festival (Macedon Ranges)
Budburst Wine Festival (Macedon Ranges) 16-17 Nov. Once-a-year opportunity to step behind the vines and truly discover the Macedon Ranges wine region. Discover the cool wines and warm hearts of Macedon Ranges winemakers. Across the weekend, more than 25 Macedon Ranges winemakers will open their wineries and cellar doors to wine enthusiasts. From 11am till 5pm Saturday and Sunday, you can enjoy wine tastings, curated food menus championing local produce, art shows, sculptor walks and live music.
When: Saturday, 16 November
Suburb: Macedon Ranges
Images: www.macedonrangeswineandfoodfest.com.au/
Bulla Hill Railway
Bulla Hill Railway third 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.
When: Sunday, 17 November 12PM-4PM
Suburb: Bulla Hill
Bulla Hill Railway
That's Mine Farmers Market (Werribee)
That's Mine Farmers Market (Werribee). This is a fantastic market and if you've never been you are really missing out. 9AM-2PM. Fresh produce, jams, preserves, artisan bakery, meat, deli, plants and flowers, makers stalls, petting zoo, food trucks and more.
When: Sunday, 17 November 9AM-2PM
Suburb: Werribee
Image: That's Mine Farmers Market
Cheeky Monkey Market (Bacchus Marsh)
Cheeky Monkey Market (Bacchus Marsh) 21 November. 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.
When: Thursday, 21 November
Suburb: Bacchus Marsh
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Inner West Art Fair (Newport)
Inner West Art Fair (Newport), 22-24 Nov at The Substation, Newport. FEES apply. A celebration of creativity, uniting artists from diverse backgrounds in a vibrant display of artistic expression that you won't want to miss.
When: Friday, 22 November
Suburb: Newport
Image: www.innerwestartfair.com.au
Cheeky Monkey Market (Stockland Point Cook)
Cheeky Monkey Market (Stockland Point Cook) 23 November. 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.
When: Saturday, 23 November
Suburb: Point Cook
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Kid's Fun Day (Point Cook)
Kid's Fun Day (Point Cook Pop-Up Park) 23 Nov 12PM-4PM. Come dressed in your favourite costume. Kids activities, DJ, Roaming characters, Food stalls.
When: Saturday, 23 November 12PM-4PM
Suburb: Point Cook
Image: www.stockland.com.au
Christmas Dance Party (Point Cook)
Christmas Dance Party (Point Cook Pop-Up Park), Sat 30 Nov 6pm-9pm. Christmas Dance Party - DJ, Local entertainment, Food
When: Saturday, 30 November 6PM-9PM
Suburb: Point Cook
Image: www.stockland.com.au
Seddon Fun and Games Fair
Seddon Fun and Games Fair Sat 30 Nov 12PM-5PM, Greig St and Reserve. Dog show, Santa, Face painters, live music, community stalls, kids activities and more.
When: Saturday, 30 November 12PM-5PM
Suburb: Seddon
Image: Seddon Village.
Truganina Explosives Reserve
Truganina Explosives Reserve is on every first Sunday of the month 1PM-4PM at 276 Queen St, Altona VIC 3018 from February to December. This is opposite Kooringal Golf Course. Learn some local Melbournian history in your own backyard. Well worth a visit and even the kids enjoy it! FREE event! Learn about the history of the reserve, and the animals and plants of the area.
When: Sunday, 1 December 1PM-4PM
Suburb: Altona
Image: www.westmelbourneandbeyond.com
Cheeky Monkey Market (Sanctuary Lakes)
Cheeky Monkey Market (Sanctuary Lakes Shopping Centre) 1 December. 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.
When: Sunday, 1 December
Suburb: Sanctuary Lakes
Original Image: melbournecheekymonkeymarket.com
Keilor Night Market
Keilor Night Market is a lovely local community market with a great friendly and welcoming vibe. Support local. Support community! Approx. 35 stalls with donations helping support a charitable cause for each month.
When: Wednesday, 4 December 6PM-9PM
Suburb: Keilor
Image: The Village Night Market
Christmas Twilight Market (Point Cook)
Christmas Twilight Market (Point Cook Pop-up Park), Fri 6 Dec 6pm-9pm. Handmade jewellery, Knitwear, Crafts, Candles and so much more.
When: Friday, 6 December 6PM-9PM
Suburb: Point Cook
Image: www.stockland.com.au
Carols in the Park (Point Cook)
Carols in the Park (Point Cook), Sat 14 December 6pm-9pm. Carols in the Park brought to you by Lightpoint Church and CrossCulture Church with carols in Pop Up Park. Roving entertainment, Food stalls, Kid's activities.
When: Saturday, 14 December 6PM-9PM
Suburb: Point Cook
Image: www.stockland.com.au
Bulla Hill Railway
Bulla Hill Railway third 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.
When: Sunday, 15 December 12PM-4PM
Suburb: Bulla Hill
Bulla Hill Railway
Cheeky Monkey Market (Bacchus Marsh)
Cheeky Monkey Market (Bacchus Marsh) 19 December. 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.
When: Thursday, 19 December
Suburb: Bacchus Marsh
Original Image: melbournecheekymonkeymarket.com
Cheeky Monkey Market (Caroline Springs)
Cheeky Monkey Market (CS Square, Caroline Springs) 20 Dec - 22 Dec. 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.
When: Friday, 20 December
Suburb: Caroline Springs
Original Image: melbournecheekymonkeymarket.com
Cheeky Monkey Market (Stockland Point Cook)
Cheeky Monkey Market (Stockland Point Cook) 21 Dec - 22 Dec. 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.
When: Saturday, 21 December
Suburb: Point Cook
Original Image: melbournecheekymonkeymarket.com
Truganina Explosives Reserve
Truganina Explosives Reserve is on every first Sunday of the month 1PM-4PM at 276 Queen St, Altona VIC 3018 from February to December. This is opposite Kooringal Golf Course. Learn some local Melbournian history in your own backyard. Well worth a visit and even the kids enjoy it! FREE event! Learn about the history of the reserve, and the animals and plants of the area.
When: Sunday, 5 January 1PM-4PM
Suburb: Altona
Image: www.westmelbourneandbeyond.com
Bulla Hill Railway
Bulla Hill Railway third 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.
When: Sunday, 19 January 12PM-4PM
Suburb: Bulla Hill
Bulla Hill Railway
Truganina Explosives Reserve
Truganina Explosives Reserve is on every first Sunday of the month 1PM-4PM at 276 Queen St, Altona VIC 3018 from February to December. This is opposite Kooringal Golf Course. Learn some local Melbournian history in your own backyard. Well worth a visit and even the kids enjoy it! FREE event! Learn about the history of the reserve, and the animals and plants of the area.
When: Sunday, 2 February 1PM-4PM
Suburb: Altona
Image: www.westmelbourneandbeyond.com
Multicultural Lunar New Year Festival (Point Cook)
Multicultural Lunar New Year Festival (Point Cook), Sun 9 Feb. Featuring all your favorite food trucks, Live bands, amusement rides, cultural parades, stage performances, fireworks, and the famous Lion Dance.
When: Sunday, 9 February 11AM-9PM
Suburb: Point Cook
Image: Stockland Point Cook and Freepik
Bulla Hill Railway
Bulla Hill Railway third 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.
When: Sunday, 16 February 12PM-4PM
Suburb: Bulla Hill
Bulla Hill Railway
Truganina Explosives Reserve
Truganina Explosives Reserve is on every first Sunday of the month 1PM-4PM at 276 Queen St, Altona VIC 3018 from February to December. This is opposite Kooringal Golf Course. Learn some local Melbournian history in your own backyard. Well worth a visit and even the kids enjoy it! FREE event! Learn about the history of the reserve, and the animals and plants of the area.
When: Sunday, 2 March 1PM-4PM
Suburb: Altona
Image: www.westmelbourneandbeyond.com
Bulla Hill Railway
Bulla Hill Railway third 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.
When: Sunday, 16 March 12PM-4PM
Suburb: Bulla Hill
Bulla Hill Railway
