West Melbourne and Beyond: Spotswood

What's On Melbourne and the West This Weekend

Enjoy all that Melbourne and the West has to offer each and every weekend. We love the west! Updated every day so your best bet is to check on a Thursday or Friday when we are more likely to have updated everything.

Weekend events What's on in Melbourne and the West this weekend 24-26 July 2026?

Weather warning Poor weather: In the case of inclement weather check the social media of the event organiser for event updates or cancellation. Many events are outdoors so to avoid disappointment check ahead of time if travelling any significant distance.

Disclaimer: This is an information website and West Melbourne and Beyond do not manage or organise any of these events.

Community Events and Festivals:

Here today gone tomorrow: Enjoy these once-off community events, festivals and markets while you have the opportunity. Don't miss out!

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More Weekend Events:

But wait there's more: Looking for something to do or keep the kids entertained. Here's a list of event regulars you may have forgotten about. Don't miss out!

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Markets

Markets: Any once off markets plus all the recurring markets in the West. Conveniently broken into lists split by Saturday and Sunday to make it easier for you to find markets YOU want to visit.

Special Markets

Enjoy these once-off markets while you have the opportunity. Here today gone tomorrow. Don't miss out! Click image for more information.

Saturday Markets: Western Suburbs

All the markets on this Saturday in the western suburbs. Click image for more information.

Saturday Markets: Western Country Victoria

All the markets on this Saturday in country western Victoria. Click image for more information.

Sunday Markets: Western Suburbs

All the markets on this Sunday in the western suburbs. Click image for more information.

Sunday Markets: Western Country Victoria

All the markets on this Sunday in country western Victoria. Click image for more information.

Visit Woodend

Explore more of Victoria. Check out our guide on the great things to do in Woodend.

Woodend day trip — *Image: West Melbourne and Beyond*

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Explore Creswick

Explore country Victoria and the West. Check out our guide on the great things to do in Creswick.

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Visit Clunes

There are plenty of reasons to keep exploring country Western Victoria. Check out our guide on the great things to do in Clunes.

Top things to do in Clunes — *Image: West Melbourne and Beyond*

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Visit Bacchus Marsh

There are plenty of reasons to keep exploring country Western Victoria. Check out our guide on the great things to do in Bacchus Marsh.

Top things to do in Bacchus Marsh — *Image: West Melbourne and Beyond*

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Visit Taradale

There are plenty of reasons to keep exploring country Western Victoria. Check out our guide on the great things to do in Taradale.

Top things to do in Taradale — *Image: West Melbourne and Beyond*

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Visit Colac

There are plenty of reasons to keep exploring country Western Victoria. Check out our guide on the great things to do in Colac.

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Explore more of Victoria - Malmsbury

There are plenty of reasons to keep exploring Western Victoria. Check out our guide on the great things to do in Malmsbury.

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Visit Kyneton

Kyneton has a number of attractions including many wineries! Plan ahead for your next visit to Central and West Central Victoria.

Guide to Kyneton: Check out our guide on some of the great things to do in Kyneton.

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Explore Castlemaine

Explore country Victoria and the West. Check out our guide on the great things to do in Castlemaine.

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Visit Lancefield

Keep exploring western Victoria. Check out our guide on the great things to do in Lancefield.

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Visit Trentham

Keep exploring western Victoria. Check out our guide on the great things to do in Trentham.

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Visit Macedon

Explore more of regional Victoria. Check out our guide on the great things to do in Macedon.

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Visit Daylesford

Explore more of Victoria. Check out our guide on the great things to do in Daylesford.

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Visit Ballarat

There are plenty of reasons to keep exploring the Western Victoria. Check out our guide on the great things to do in Ballarat.

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Spotswood Summer Sessions

Spotswood Summer Sessions is a feel-good highlight of Melbourne’s warmer months, bringing locals and visitors together for relaxed afternoons of live music, great food, and community vibes.

Hosted by Our Hood Spotswood, this much-loved event turns summer afternoons into something special, blending neighbourhood charm with a festival style atmosphere that feels welcoming from the moment you arrive.

Set in the heart of Spotswood, the Summer Sessions are all about enjoying live music outdoors in a laid-back, family-friendly setting.

Talented local musicians and DJs create an upbeat soundtrack while guests kick back under the open sky, making it a perfect option for those searching for live music in Melbourne’s inner west or easy going summer events in Spotswood.

Wombat Forest Wines entrance — *Image: West Melbourne and Beyond*

Food lovers are especially well catered for, with lots of local eateries just metres away. Add in refreshing drinks, local beers, and casual dining vibes, and it’s easy to see why this event returns this year.

Spotswood Summer Sessions dining area — *Image: West Melbourne And Beyond.*

The event’s location also makes it incredibly convenient, especially for those in Spotswood, Altona, Newport, Williamstown, Altona North and Millers Junction. With easy access and a welcoming crowd, it’s an ideal choice for people searching for things to do in Spotswood, summer events near Melbourne, or just a lovely lazy summer afternoon.

Spotswood Summer Sessions live muscic performance — *Image: West Melbourne And Beyond.*

This is very family friendly. For those casual laid back summer vibes Spotwood Summer Sessions is great especially when the sun comes out.

Overall, Spotswood Summer Sessions hosted by Our Hood Spotswood delivers everything you want from a summer event: great music, delicious food, a relaxed atmosphere, and a strong local spirit. Whether you’re a long-time resident or just exploring Melbourne’s inner west, this is one summer series well worth adding to your calendar.