What's on in Melbourne and the West this weekend 15-17 December? Carols in multiple locations, two events at Wyndham Harbour (triathlon on Saturday, Cars on Sunday), Outdoor cinema at Seaworks, Williamstown and much much more!
Get out into country Victoria for visit Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm (Daylesford), Anakie Fairy Park for the kidS, Forest Glade Gardens and Bringalbit Open Garden (Macedon). Other regular markets including Williamstown Craft Market, Gamekeepers Secret Inn Christmas Twilight Market just outside Melton and many more.
End Of Year Fun (Point Cook Pop Up Park)
End of year Fun (Point Cook), 16 Dec at the Point Cook Pop Up Park, 11AM-4PM. Gold coin donation. Face painting, arts and craft, BBQ, fairy floss!
Image: Point Cook Pop Up Park
Christmas on the Lawn (Newport)
Christmas on the Lawn (61 Mason St, Newport), Sat 16 Dec 9:30AM-1PM. Christmas choir, live music, photo booth, coffee, kids crafts, gingerbread and sausage sizzle (includes vegan option) and more!
Image: www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
Christmas Carols (Sunshine)
Meet Santa, free face painting, childrens activities and more at the AVAC Christmas Carols, Sat 16 Dec 12PM-2PM in Sunshine.
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Yarraville Carols in the Gardens
Yarraville Carols in the Gardens, Sat 16 Dec 7PM-10:30PM. Much-loved free family event. You can enjoy performances by the Footscray-Yarraville City Band and many local guest artists. Santa will make a special appearance during the evening and the festivities will conclude with a spectacular fireworks display from 10pm.
Wyndham Carols by Candlelight
Wyndham Carols by Candlelight Sun 17 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!
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.
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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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That's Mine Werribee Farmers Market
That's Mine Werribee Farmers Market at Werribee Racecourse 9AM-2PM. Fresh produce, jams and preserves, artisan bakery, plants and flowers, petting zoo, food trucks, live music and more!
Image: www.wyndham.vic.gov.au
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.
Image: Cars and Culture Victoria.
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).
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Outdoor Cinema (Williamstown)
Outdoor Cinema (at Seaworks, Williamstown) shows Christmas classic 'Love Actually' from 7:30PM, Sat 16 Dec.
Christmas Party (Spotswood)
Christmas Party (Spotswood) Sat 16 Dec at Spotswood RSL from 12PM. BBQ, live music from 4PM, raffle.
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Celebrate Christmas (Melton)
Celebrate Christmas at Hillside Shopping Centre. This is a FREE event with free kids crafts, music and a visit from Santa!
Image: www.melton.vic.gov.au
Carols in the Park (Melton)
Carols in the Park (Atherstone Regional Play Space, 260 Bridge Road, Strathtulloh), Sun 17 Dec 6PM . An evening of sing along carols to celebrate Christmas featuring face painting, arts & crafts, visit by Santa and lots more.
Santa & Festive Entertainment (Williams Landing)
Santa & Festive Entertainment at Williams Landing Shopping Centre Sat 16 & Sun 17 Dec between 10.30am - 1.30pm (Christmas Stilt Walker and Face Painter), Sat 23 & Sun 24 Dec (Roller Skating Baubles)
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Merry Christmas (Yarraville Village)
Merry Christmas (Yarraville Village) 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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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!
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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.
Image: www.wyndham.vic.gov.au
Christmas at Overnewton Castle
Have Christmas dinner at Overnewton Castle. Bookings required. Fees apply. Thursday 14 Dec and Friday 15 Dec. Dinner 7PM-10PM.
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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 15 Dec, Fri 22 Dec.
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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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.
Original image: www.slv.vic.gov.au
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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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)
Darley Community Market (Bacchus Marsh)
Yarraville Village Craft Market
Yarraville Village Craft Market
Yarraville Village Craft Market
Altona Miniature Railway
Altona Miniature Railway
Altona Miniature Railway
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.
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Williamstown Craft Market
Williamstown Craft Market
Williamstown Craft Market
Gamekeepers Secret Inn Market (Melton/Bonny Brook)
Gamekeepers Secret Inn Market (Melton/Bonny Brook), third Sunday of every month. Fresh Fruit & Vegetables, handmade craft, candles , clothing, hair accessories, home decor, cookies, personalised items, jewellery, pet treats and accessories and more. Perfect place to stay for lunch or visit a nearby winery.
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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.
Original Image: www.airforce.gov.au
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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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.
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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.
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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 & 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.
Sunday Markets
- Williamstown Craft Market, 10AM-3PM, Sunday.
- Daylesford Sunday Market, 8AM-3PM, Sunday.
- Malmsbury Village Farmers 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 & 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.
- St Anne‚s Farmers Market, 9AM-1PM, Sunday.
- That s Mine Farmers Market (Werribee), 10AM-2PM, Sunday.
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Future Events
Plan ahead for these irregular or once-off markets and events.
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
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
Movie Night (Truganina)
Movie Night (73 Alcock Road Reserve,Truganina), Fri 12 Jan 7PM-9PM. FREE. Bring your own chairs, rugs, blankets, drinks and food. FREE popcorn and fairy floss available on the night!!! NOTE: Alcohol is not permitted.
When: Friday, 12 January 7PM-9PM
Suburb: Truganina
Image: www.wyndham.vic.gov.au
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
Image: www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
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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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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Movie Night (Wyndham Harbour)
Movie Night (Wyndham Harbour) Sat 3 Feb 7:3)PM. Bookings required. Book at: https://www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/whats-on/summer-harbour.
When: Saturday, 3 February 7:30PM
Suburb: Wyndham Harbour
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