What's on in Melbourne and the West this weekend 3-5 November? Spring Racing Fun Day (Point Cook), Food and Wine Family Festival (Williamstown), Cricket Diwali (Hoppers Crossing), once a month Sunday tours of Truganina Explosives Reserve Tour or Altona Homestead, Car Torque in Altona. Get out into country Victoria and visit Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm (Daylesford), Anakie Fairy Park for the kid or Mica Grange Gardens. Other regular markets including Darley Bacchus Marsh market, Altona Cherry Lake market, Altona Meadows farmers Market, Gisborne Market and many more.
Spring Racing Fun Day (Point Cook)
Spring Racing Fun Day at the Point Cook Pop-up Park, Sat 4 Nov 12PM-5PM. Put on your fascinators, spring dresses or your favourite suit. A full day of Spring Racing festivities with activities suitable for all ages! From face painting to food stalls and VIP areas (for adults only). Food, music, drinks and more surprises on the day!
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Food and Wine Family Festival (Williamstown)
Food and Wine Family Festival (Williamstown), Sat 4 Nov 12PM-10PM. Gold coin entry fee. Event showcasing traditional food and wine in a family friendly setting. Enjoy traditional food, live music, singers and entertainment. Traditional dancing, folk dancing groups and kids rides for the little ones. A DJ will entertain you as well. For all enquiries about this event please contact Lidia on 0401 343 401.
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Op Shop Piano Concert series (Derrimut)
Op Shop Piano Concert series (Derrimut), Sat 4 Nov 1PM-4PM. Enjoy the magic of live music while discovering hidden treasures at Salvos Derrimut. Held every Saturday in November from 1pm - 4pm, witness talented pianist Ania Reynolds.
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Cricket Diwali (Hoppers Crossing)
Cricket Diwali (Hoppers Crossing, 80 Hogans Road Reserve), Sat 4 Nov 11AM-3PM. FREE event! Pop up farm, kids performances, cup cakes, henna and more! Support your local community!
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Diwali in West (Tarneit)
Diwali in West (Penrose Promenade, Tarneit), Sun 5 Nov 12PM-9PM. FREE entry! Kids rides, dance, fireworks, food stalls, live performances, DJ! Support your local community!
Family Games Night (Tarneit)
Family Games Night in #Tarneit, Dianella Community Centre, 6 Congo Drive, Tarneit West. 3 Nov 5:30PM-7:30PM. Please RSVP. A great way to socialize and get to meet new friends. Play board games with family and friends. Make new friends! This is a family community event. Everyone is welcome. There is no cost to attend, please RSVP to ensure sufficient space and games for everyone. Also you are welcome to bring a plate of refreshment to share.
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Mica Grange Gardens
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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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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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)
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.
Image: www.facebook.com/ezistreat
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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Darley Community Market (Bacchus Marsh)
Darley Community Market (Bacchus Marsh)
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The Bridge Market (Ballarat)
The Bridge Market (Ballarat)
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Cheeky Monkey Market (Sanctuary Lakes)
Cheeky Monkey Market at Sanctuary Lakes Shopping Centre. Caricatures, Korean cosmetics, baby clothes, crafts and more.
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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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Truganina Explosives Reserve Tour
Truganina Explosives Reserve Tour in #altona (Truganina Explosives Reserve, 274 Queen Street, Altona, 3016). FREE event! Tours run on the first Sunday of every month from February to December. Learn about the history of the reserve, and the animals and plants of the area.
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Daylesford Sunday Market
Daylesford Sunday Market
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Gisborne Olde Time Market
Gisborne Olde Time Market
Gisborne Olde Time Market
Makers Market Sanctuary Lakes
Sanctuary Lakes Makers Market on the first Sunday of the month. Meet Artisans, Makers and Crafters throughout Sanctuary Lakes Shopping Centre as they showcase their unique custom offerings. From candles and jewellery to homewares, apparel and more. Perfect for gift shopping!
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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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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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Car Torque (Altona)
If you love classic cars and a local community feel then this monthly event might be right for you.
CAR TORQUE is a regular get together on the FIRST SUNDAY of every Month at the Hobsons Bay Men's Shed, 280 Queen St Altona, gates open 8.30am close 3pm.
Visitors are welcome, especially owners of classic vehicles or motorbikes to display and join in with Car Torque members and have a yarn.
BBQ and egg and bacon rolls, tea, coffee, water and soft drinks available.
Bring the family and the dog, enjoy the day, see some great vehicles. Shed tours are available - just ask politely!
Altona Homestead
The Altona Homestead provides visitors of all ages the opportunity to take a step back in time. The Altona Homestead is located at at 128 Queen Street, Altona, overlooking Logan Reserve and very close to the Altona foreshore and pier. The homestead is a unique and treasured part of Altona’s heritage.
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On display are paintings, objects and pictures reflecting everyday life from 1840 through to the mid 1900’s.
The Altona Homestead has slightly unusual opening days and times of Tuesday – 11am to 2pm, Saturday – 10am to 12pm and the first Sunday of the month – 10.30am to 2.30pm. Devonshire tea is available on the first Sunday of the month with bookings essential.
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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Saturday Markets
- Darley Community Market (Bacchus Marsh), 8AM-1PM, Saturday.
- The Bridge Market (Ballarat), 9AM-1PM, Saturday.
- Creswick Market, 9AM-1PM, Saturday.
- Woodend 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 & 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.
- Cockatoo Country Market, 8.30AM to 1.30PM, Saturday.
- Coburg Farmers Market, 8am - 1pm, Saturday.
- Carlton Farmers Market, 8am - 1pm, Saturday.
- Laverton Market, 7AM-4PM, Saturday.
Sunday Markets
- Daylesford Sunday Market, 8AM-3PM, Sunday.
- Laverton Market, 7AM-4PM, Sunday.
- Gisborne Olde Time Market, 9AM-2PM, Sunday.
- Ballarat Market, 8AM-1PM, Sunday.
- Bendigo Showgrounds Market, 8:30AM-2:30PM, Sunday.
- Altona Cherry Lake Market, 9AM-1PM, Sunday.
- Altona Meadows Farmers Market, 8AM-1PM, Sunday.
- Flemington Farmers Market, 8:30AM-12PM, Sunday.
- Castlemaine Farmers Market, 9AM-1PM, Sunday.
- Sanctuary Lakes Shopping Centre Makers Market, 10AM-4PM, 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.
- 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.
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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, 10 November 10AM-3PM
Suburb: Anakie
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Diwali (Point Cook)
Diwali at SpringFest Point Cook Pop-i\Up Park, Sat Nov 11 :30AM-9PM. Fashion show, live performances, face painting, lantern making, open air movie and 'Festival of Lights Dance Party'. The Diwali festival is symbolic of good over evil.
When: Saturday, 11 November 11:30AM-9PM
Suburb: Point Cook
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State Rose and Garden Show (Werribee)
State Rose and Garden Show (Werribee). 11-12 Nov 10AM-4PM each day. The gardens will transform into a kaleidoscope of colour with garden exhibits, plant stalls, workshops, fun for the kids, food trucks, live music and more than 5,000 roses in bloom.
When: Saturday, 11 November 10AM-4PM
Suburb: Werribee
Image: www.vicstaterosegarden.com.au
Makers and Shakers Market (Williamstown)
Makers and Shakers Market (Williamstown), 11-12 Nov 10AM-4PM at Seaworks. Over 100 stores of Australian made homeware, food, slow fashion and more! $4 entry for adults, $2 for children.
When: Saturday, 11 November 10AM-4PM
Suburb: Williamstown
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Wyndham Diwali (Wyndham Vale)
Wyndham Diwali festival of Lights - Mark your calendar for Nov 11, 1:30PM-9:30PM, and come together for an unforgettable day of fun.
When: Saturday, 11 November 1:30PM-9:30PM
Suburb: Wyndham Vale
Original image: wyndhamdiwali.org.au
Homestead Coffee (Seabrook)
Homestead Coffee (Seabrook) is happening once a month at the Homestead Run. Enjoy a morning brew with friends and locals at the new monthly coffee cart. Bring a cup, or buy a cup, bring a friend and also a fold out chair. Cost of coffee or other beverage is $3. Limited seating, so bring a fold out chair. Homestead Run is located at Homestead Run Reserve, Seabrook, 3028.
When: Sunday, 12 November 10AM-12PM
Suburb: Seabrook
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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, 17 November 10AM-3PM
Suburb: Anakie
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Sustainability Day (Point Cook)
Sustainability Day (Point Cook) Sat 18 Nov at Point Cook Pop-Up Park.
When: Saturday, 18 November
Suburb: Point Cook
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Seddon Makers Market
Seddon Makers Market at Seddon Uniting Church Hall Cnr Gamon & Mackay Streets, Seddon starting 9:30AM. The market showcases quality handmade gourmet food, art, clothing and more! The market in only 3 times per year so DON'T miss out.
When: Saturday, 18 November 9:30AM-3:30PM
Suburb: Seddon
Original image: www.facebook.com/SeddonMakersMarket/
Vegan Market (Williamstown)
Vegan Market (Williamstown) at Seaworks Sat 18 Nov. You can shop from over 100 local plant-based businesses. From vegan cacao and psychic readings to cool vegan DJs and vegan ice cream, you’ll find everything you were looking for plus more!
When: Saturday, 18 November 11AM-7PM
Suburb: Williamstown
Image: www.theveganmarket.com.au
St Anne's Farmers Market (Myrniong)
St Anne's Farmers Market (64 Garrards Lane, Myrniong) 3rd Sunday of the month, 9AM-1PM. Market stalls, live music, food, local produce. Get out into country Victoria.
When: Sunday, 19 November 9AM-1PM
Suburb: Myrniong
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World Children's Day (Point Cook)
World Children's Day (Point Cook) Sun 19 Nov at Point Cook Pop-Up Park.
When: Sunday, 19 November
Suburb: Point Cook
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Cooking Demonstrations (Williams Landing)
Cooking Demonstrations (Williams Landing) at the Williams Landing Shopping Centre, 100 Overton Road , Williams Landing , VIC 3027. Come along and try some of the delicious food from Williams Landing Shopping Centre fresh food stores!
When: Sunday, 19 November
Suburb: Williams Landing
mage: www.williams-landing-shopping/whats-on/
I Me She Him (St Albans and Footscray)
I Me She Him (St Albans and Footscray) theatre production with dates to be confirmed in November 2023.
When: Wednesday, 22 November
Suburb: Footscray and St Albans
Image: www.witinc.com.au
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, 24 November 10AM-3PM
Suburb: Anakie
Image: West Melbourne and Beyond
Christmas Market (Point Cook)
Christmas Market at Point Cook Pop-Up Park Sat 25 Nov.
When: Saturday, 25 November
Suburb: Point Cook
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Seddon Fun and Games Fair
Seddon Fun and Games Fair Sat 25 Nov 12PM-5PM. dunk tank, roving entertainment, stalls with free activities, live music and lots more. Dog Parade at 12.30pm. Yummy food and drink in the Village.
When: Saturday, 25 November 12PM-5PM
Suburb: Seddon
Image: www.seddon-village.com.au
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, 1 December 10AM-3PM
Suburb: Anakie
Image: West Melbourne and Beyond
Footscray Friday Night Market
Footscray Friday Night Market (Asian Night) Fri 1 Dec 5PM-9PM at Railway Reserve. Live entertainment and music. Enjoy the food, music and vibe!
When: Friday, 1 December 5PM-9PM
Suburb: Footscray
Original Image: loveyourwest.com.au
Eynesbury Christmas Party
Eynesbury Christmas Party, Sat 2 Dec 4:40PM-10:30PM. FREE event!!! Pony rides, balloon art, awesome rides, face painting, jumping castle, animal farm, and tasty food trucks. Santa will making an appearance! Alive performance by Radio City. DJ Joseph will be mixing up tunes from the ’50s to today, even throwing in some Italian jams.
When: Saturday, 2 December 4:30PM-10:30PM
Suburb: Eynesbury
Image: eynesbury.com.au
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, 8 December 10AM-3PM
Suburb: Anakie
Image: West Melbourne and Beyond
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!
When: Friday, 8 December 5PM-9PM
Suburb: Footscray
Original Image: loveyourwest.com.au
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!
When: Saturday, 9 December 9AM-3PM
Suburb: Tarneit
Image: www.facebook.com/Footscrayarts
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
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
Original Image: loveyourwest.com.au
Aus Triathlon (Werribee South)
Aus Triathlon (Werribee South) 16 Dec from 9AM at Wyndham Harbour. Registrations now open. 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
Image: www.facebook.com/wyndhamharbour
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
Image: West Melbourne and Beyond
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
Image: West Melbourne and Beyond
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
Image: www.instagram.com/p/CuQZffGrMvq/
