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Holland International Festival
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The Annual Dutch Festival celebrates all things Dutch and associated with Holland and has stalls, entertainment and activities. |
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2oth February 2010 |
Sandown Racecourse, Springvale
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Johnston Street Fiesta
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Sexy and vibrant, Johnson Street’s Fiesta promises more kick than a tequila sunrise. Every year thousands of Melburnians are lured to Fitzroy for a weekend fiesta of food, music and dancing. The street is lined with stalls serving paella, chorizo sausages, sangria, tapas and other taste sensations. A giant stage offers entertainment for all ages. ( Please note - This festival has previously been known as the Spanish Festival or Hispanic Festival. ) |
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21st & 22nd November 2009 |
Johnston Street (between Nicholson & Brunswick Streets, Fitzroy
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Paris to Provence – French Festival at Como Historic House and Garden
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The entire site of the historical Como house will transform into a
traditional French village, courtesy of Paris to Provence: Melbourne French
Festival. With no less than 20 French food stalls in a Parisian café experience,
and up to 80 beautifully decorated stalls lining Como gardens under white
marquees, its visitors will be enchanted. More information visit at
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10am to 4pm, Fri 1st & Sat 2nd October 2010 |
Como House & Garden, cnr
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Diwali - Indian Festival of Light
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Join in the fun and colour of this vibrant Indian festival which will include Bollywood and traditional dances, variety of Indian food, costumes and Jewellery stalls, dancing & Henna (Hand painting) workshops. The festivities will conclude with spectacular fireworks on the banks of the Yarra in the early evening. |
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Festivals in Melbourne is widely recognised as the most comprehensive listing of festivals in
Melbourne and Victoria available online or in print. No listing however is
complete, and thus this listing does not contain festivals which have
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Tesselaar Tulip Festival - Turkish Weekend
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Discover the origin of the Tulip. More than 100 performers this weekend is a showcase of Turkish culture, a colourful and exciting weekend. Entertainment includes Turkish Folk Dancers and Musicians, Turkish Marbling, Calligraphy and Illumination Art Workshops, Coffee Cup Reading, delicious foods including mouth watering Gozleme and more. |
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10am to 5pm, 18th & 19th September 2010 |
Tesselaar Tulip Farm 357 Monbulk Rd,
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Geelong Highland Gathering
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The Geelong Highland Gathering, will
include Scottish Heavy Games, including caber tossing. The Victorian
Pipe Band Championships will be held a feature of the Gathering, first held on
the plains of South Geelong, then open space and now a heavily populated Geelong
suburb, in 1857. The Gathering went into recess during the Depression, but was
revived by the then Newtown City Council in 1957 and has been held continuously
ever since at picturesque Queens Park, often referred to as “the Braemar of
Australia”.
It has grown into the biggest and most diverse celebration of Scottish
culture in Victoria and one of the major Scottish events in Australia attracting
interstate and sometimes overseas bands and Scottish and other overseas judges.
The Gathering, from 9.30am to 5.30pm, attracts upwards of 6000 people annually.
Scottish historic military re-enactment groups, massed pipe bands displays,
Highland Dancing competitions, Scottish Country Dancing displays, a Celtic
Market, Scottish Folk Music, Scottish dogs and horses and Highland Cattle are
all a part of the traditional mix. There will also be clan and other cultural
and genealogical displays, wood-chopping competitions, archery, children’s
activities and a children’s farmyard. A great family occasion, entry charges apply/p>
Full information at
Geelong Highland Gathering. Details may change so check closer to the event. |
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Sunday 13th March 2011 (tbc) |
Queen's Park, Geelong
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Chinese New Year
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With performances, entertainment, food, stalls firecrackers and dragon parade. |
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Darebin Greek Festival
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A festival celebrating Greek food, music and culture presented by the Greek Community of Northcote and Dartebin. |
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February 2009 ? |
Johnston Park, Bastings Road, Northcote |
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Russian Pancake Festival - Maslenitsa
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Singing, dancing, entertainment and Russian food and culture |
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Greek Festival of Coburg
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A celbration of Greek culture with entertainment for all. |
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February 2009 ? |
Bridges Reserve, Coburg |
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Springvale Lunar New Year Festival
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Organised by the Springvale Asian Business Association, and supported by the City of Greater Dandenong, the Lunar New Year Festival features a variety of traditional events and activities for all, including: Lion and dragon dances; Martial arts displays; Vietnamese and Khmer folk dancing; Fire crackers; Asian food stalls; Games and rides; Children’s magic shows;Activities for all the family. |
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February 2011 ? |
Cnr. Buckingham & Belmoral Aves, Springvale |
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Osaka Festival
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Take part in a traditional tea ceremony, try on a kimono or enjoy interactive Japanese dancing and music. Fun for the entire family with children’s activities and games as well as a chance to experience the taste of Osaka with traditional foods on offer. This year’s festival will see an eclectic blend of traditional and contemporary Japanese music and culture. With special thanks to the Japan Club of Victoria. |
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Polish Festival
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Bringing a Taste of Poland to Melbourne. Stop counting calories and indulge
in the exquisite flavours that are the essence of Poland. Stalls at this year’s
festival will feature delicacies such as pierogi which many translate as
filled dumplings or ravioli but neither term really does the pierogi
justice - you just have to try it. Or you can try some bigos, Poland’s
true national dish. But don’t miss out on the Placki Ziemniaczane (Potato
Pancakes) think of them as the Polish version of hash browns, but far tastier
and even more tantalising when had with sour cream and sugar. No Polish Festival
would be complete without polish sausages (kiełbasa), made even more
splendid when washed down with a glass of Polish beer or a shot of vodka. If
sweeter treats are more to your liking, a favourite for most Poles are
traditional Polish donuts (pączki) but leave some room for Polish
cheesecakes which simply melt in your mouth. To counter the calories stroll
amongst the stalls, take a look at the superb amber jewellery or various arts
and crafts but don’t miss the colour, splendour and enthusiasm of the folk
dancing a visual display of Poland’s heritage. Trust me, you will be tempted to
join in. The festival will leave you feeling as if you have just spent the
afternoon in a square in Old Warsaw (Warszawa) or Krakow. |
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Blessing of the Waters
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The traditional ceremony of Blessing of the Waters. |
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Viva Brazil Festival
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A community festival with lots of entertainment. Capoeira, samba, Brazilian music and carnival. Artcrafts, food and beverage stalls. |
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Dutch Orange Day
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An annual celebration of Dutch Orange Day |
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Buddha's Day Multicultural Festival
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The 15th annual Buddha’s Day and Multicultural Festival at Federation Square celebrates the Buddha’s Birthday and Melbourne’s distinct inclusive and culturally diverse community.
Victoria’s largest Buddhist festival features Buddhist traditions, ceremonies, events and activities for all ages. |
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Antipodes Festival
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The Antipodes Festival, an initiative of the Greek Orthodox Community of Melbourne and Victoria, promises another big year in 2010.
Headlining it all, is the much-loved Lonsdale Street Glendi - a weekend street party and celebration that caters to all tastes, ages and sizes! Local musicians, traditional dance groups and performances direct from Greece come together to give Melbourne its own unique Hellenic taste. Our headline act this year is Aggelos Dionysiou (son of the legendary Stratou Dionysiou). We will host a four-hour music medley on Sunday afternoon, by international musicians George Xylouris, Apodimi Compania, Ta Kastoriana Halkina (a big Greek brass band) and George Hatzipetros and Mihalis Kalaitzis from Rhodes and the Dodecanese Islands. George Xylouris and Apodimi Compania are touring a number of music festivals in March, and we’re delighted to be giving Melbourne audiences an opportunity to see them for free at the Glendi. |
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Annual Thai Culture and Food Festival - Songkran
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Come and join the Thai Community celebrate Thai New Year. |
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Kellybrook Winery Cider Festival
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Celebrating cider and all things from the west of England. Morris dancers, folk music, ploughman and squatters lunches. Sales and tastings of fresh apple juice, cider and scrumpy and information on making your own cider. |
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April 2009 ? |
Fulford Road, Wonga Park |
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Turkish Community Festival
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January 2009 ? |
Broadmeadows |
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Chinese May Dragon Festival
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A dragon festival in the Chinese tradition. |
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May 2009 ? |
Dandenong Senior Citizens Centre, Langhorne Street, Dandenong |
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Walk Through Bethlehem
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A living display of life in a small town at the time Jesus’ birth. See spinners, blacksmiths, potters, bakers and all types of domestic and farm animals. The streets are patrolled by Centurions and guards watch over the palace of King Herod. The Three Kings are there with their camels and gifts, to visit the stable with Mary, Joseph and their baby, Jesus. |
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December 2010 |
St. Mary's School, cnr. High St. & Mansfield St. Thornbury |
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Tet Celebrations
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A traditional annual event celebrating the Chinese and Vietnamese New Year. This highly significant cultural celebration will feature a free celebratory lunch, a vibrant stage program and a community art installation. |
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February 2008 ? |
Richmond Housing Estate, cnr Lennox & Highett Streets |
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Victoria Street Lunar New Years Festival
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Celebrate the Lunar New Year at this festival on Victoria Street. Enjoy the sights, smells, sounds and tastes of traditional and contemporary Vietnamese culture. Two stages featuring Chinese and Vietnamese Opera, Karaoke, fashion parades and bands. |
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January 2011 |
Victoria Street (between Hoddle & Church Streets), Richmond |
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Phillipine Fiesta
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Folk dancing, singing, food, culture, rides and amusements. |
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November 2008 ? |
Phillipine Community Centre, cnr Thomas & Armstrong Streets, Laverton |
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Lebanese Festival
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A family festival celebrating Lebanese food dance, music and culture. |
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early 2009 ? |
Clifton Park, Victoria Street, Brunswick |
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Moon Lantern Festival
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A multicultural festival with stalls, entertainment, Moon Lantern parade and fireworks. Parade commences at 6.30pm from the corner of Highett & Lennox Streets Richmond |
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October 2008 ? |
North Richmond High Rise Estate, Lennox Street, Richmond |
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Full Moon Festival
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The traditional Vietnamese children's lantern festival. |
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Asian Food Festival
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Promoting Asian food & culture. |
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September 2008 ? |
Chinatown & various
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Maltese Cultural Festival
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Various events in various venues showcasing Maltese culture. |
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September 2008 ? |
Maltese Community Centre, 477 Royal Parade, Parkville |
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North Cyprus Turkish Festival of Victoria
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Celebrating 60 years of Migration. A Festival that will be full of entertainment, cultural feasts, rides, and not forgetting the fireworks. Best of all -FREE ENTRY.
Dont miss out! |
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February 2010 ? |
Errington Reserve, Percy Street, St Albans |
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Chilean Latin American Festival Dandenong
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Celebrating Chilean independence Day and promoting Chilean culture. Featuring international and folkloric singers in a Latin American song festival. |
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September 2008 ? |
Sandown Entertainment Centre |
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Holy Melbourne- Annual multi faith concert
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An annual multicultural concert, multi-faith concert. Magnificent sacred chants, songs, music, traditional instruments and the grand organ. Come and sing along. |
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Japan Festival
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The 11th Japan Festival organised by Japan Club of Victoria will be held at Box Hill on Sunday, May 16th 2010.
The venue for the Japan Festival is the Town Hall which has been newly renovated this year. The TAFE Car Park will be the location of the food court, where visitors can try many Japanese foods. |
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Quang Minh Temple Festival
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An evening festival with food, performances and celebrations to celebrate the Vietnamese New Year. The temple stands on an impressive site overlooking the Maribyrnong River valley below. |
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February 2011 ? |
Quang Minh Temple, 18 Burke Street, Braybrook |
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Australian Moon Lantern Festival
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The Moon Lantern Festival is celebrated by a wide range of Asian cultures. This celebration will include lantern displays, song, dance and a range of stalls. |
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September 2008 ? |
Box Hill |
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La Faya Festival
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La Faya, meaning to party is set to do just that! In 2010, this colourful &
exotic community festival will be taking place at Federation Square. A
celebration of Cultural Diversity in harmony. Join us for this special community
event organised by a dedicated team of volunteers and supporters showcasing the
rich & colourful culture of people from the Indian Ocean islands of Mauritius,
Rodrigues and Seychelles & other communities in Victoria. The programme will
include:
- The History of Migration & Settlement of Mauritians & Rodriguans in
Victoria Exhibition
- Down Memory Lane - display of historical photographs
- Talks, cultural workshops and traditional games
- A variety of exotic, traditional and contemporary songs and dance
- A Kids Corner and a Health Corner • Food Stalls selling traditional
delicacies and more.
The La Faya Variety Concert will be held inside BMW Edge from 7.00pm. In
order to help CHARM cover any shortfalls of festival expenses there will be a
charge of $5 per adult over 15, under 15 free, to attend the concert. Note on pricing |
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Anatolian Arts & Cultural Festival (Turkish festival)
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Celebrating more than 40 years of Migration from Turkey to Australia. Turkiye
is a culturally diverse country just like Australia. People from hundreds of
different nations and ethnic backgrounds live in Turkiye. This cultural
diversity dates back thousands of years which has created a unique cultural
blend. As an indicator of international acceptance of this cultural wealth,
Istanbul has been selected as the cultural capital of Europe for 2010. Melbourne
accommodates the biggest Turkish minority of Australia with an estimated number
of 50.000. The Anatolian Culture and Arts Festival is the biggest organisation
of Melburnians who have migrated from Turkiye. All nations and identities of
Turkey like Turkish, Kurdish, Turkman, Alevi, Tatar will be invited to the event
and be given opportunities to perform. The event aims to present the best of
Culture and Art of Turkiye to all the people of Melbourne. For this reason, the
Docklands Waterfront City has been chosen as the venue. The main attractions of
the event are:
- A concert from Fatih Kisaparmak, Turkish celebrity singer who will be
coming to Australia just for the event.
- Kurdish traditional music and celebration show
- Folk dance performances of three different regions of Turkiye
- A March of the historical military band of Turkiye
- Turkish classic and folk music choir performance
- Traditional Turkish wrestling
- Live performances of Traditional Ottoman Arts
- Exhibition of pieces of Turkish arts
- Mevlavi “Sema” presentation and music
- 1Musical drama performance
- Presentation of video clips via big screens
- Stalls of traditional Turkish Food.
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Viva Victoria
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A multicultural festival celebrating the many ethnic groups which have enriched the Victorian community. With entertainment, food and a world market. |
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Diwali in The West
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In thye morning there will be activities and food stalls. In the afternoon there will be a cricket match at the Whitten Oval. In the evening, this being Diwali, there will of couse be fireworks. |
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October 2010 ? |
Neighbourhood House & Whitten Oval, West Footscray |
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Vietnamese Tet Festival
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The Tet Festival celebrates Vietnamese New Year with an exciting array of stalls, cuisine and entertainment. |
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February 2010 ? |
Sandown Racecourse |
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Buddhist Spring Festival
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During the Buddhist Spring Festival Buddhist teachers will explain the benefits of meditation and offer insights from the rich traditions of Buddhist psychology. The Tibetan Buddhist Society is 30 minutes from Melbourne CBD, 1425 Mickleham Rd, Yuroke. |
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November 2009 ? |
Tibetan Buddhist Society, 1425 Mickleham Rd (enter by Cookes Rd), Yuroke |
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Anatolian Alevi Festival
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A courful festival celebrating Anatlian culture. Music, folklore, Semah, special prizes fro children, face painting, clowns, magician, jumping castle, live bands all day, surprises. Etc. |
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November 2009 ? |
Coburg Lake Reserve, Coburg |
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Box Hill Chinese New Year Festival
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Celebrating Chinese New Year with market stalls, entertainments, activities music and dancing. |
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Janusar 2010 ? |
Box Hill Mall, Box Hill |
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Croatian Festival
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A festival celebrating Croatian culture.
Join the Victorian Croatian community for a celebration of Croatian customs and traditions at this one day festival. Enjoy music and dance performances, including Croatian folklore dancing, admire traditional Croatian dress, observe cooking demonstrations and taste the exciting flavours of Croatian cuisine. |
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Bengali New Year Celebration
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The Bengali New Year (Bengali era 1415) will be celebrated in Melbourne this year by the Bengali community in Victoria. The event will be organised by the Bangladeshi students of various universities in Victoria and SHUROLOK Music Appreciation and Performance Group Inc. of Victoria |
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Melbourne Armenian Cultural Festival
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Sydney has its Armenian Cultural Festival around September each year, but now Melbourne gets its own. There will be a range of music, food, entertinment, ccultural activities and family friendly entertainment. |
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March 2009 ? |
Freeway Reserve, Kernot Ave, Mulgrave |
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Ventana Latina
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A lively Latin Festival (is there any other sort?) held annually in Frankston. Ventana Latina is a boutique fiesta that provides an intimate and authentic experience of Latin American dance, music, food, art, crafts, poetry and more. |
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March 2011 ? |
Bayside Entertainment Centre, Wells Street, Frankston |
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Tianjin Dancing Kite Festival
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A celebration of Melbourne’s sister city relationship with Tianjin, China. The Tianjin Kite Festival is an annual event presented by the City of Melbourne and organised by the Chinese Museum. The day includes lion dancing, kung fu, fortune telling, ribbon dancing, traditional kite making and displays, traditional Chinese music and Chinese cuisine and is held at Royal Park’s Native Garden. |
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Hume Multicultural Festival
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A multicultural festival celebrating the cultures of the people settled in the local community. |
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March 2009 ? |
Hume Global Learning Centre, Pascoe Vale Rd, Broadmeadows |
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Irish Music Festival
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A day of musical and dance workshops culminating in an evening performance combining professional performers and participants. The day will cater for a broad range of ages and experience and aims to celebrate and promote the joy of Irish culture to new audiences Held at St Philip's Hall Collingwood and the Collingwood Town Hall, 140 Hoddle Street, Abbotsford. |
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March 2008 ? |
St Phillip's Hall & Collingwood Town Hall |
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Ganesh Chaturthi Festival
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August 2010 ? |
Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre and Bundoora Park |
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Chilean Festival
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Celebrating Chilean Independence Day with a Latin American song festival featuring local and international singers. |
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September 2008 ? |
Highpoint Shopping Centre, Maribyrnong |
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HungaroFest 2006
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The three day festival will showcase Hungarian music, food, arts and crafts. There will be egg painting and opal polishing demonstrations. Continuous program includes folk dances, authentic Hungarian cuisine including “gulyás” “csikós tokány" to name a few. Other program highlights will include cooking demonstration, children’s program |
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March 2009 ? |
760 Boronia Road, Wantirna |
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Peruvian Festival
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The Peruvian Festival is a great opportunity to connect with the Peruvian community in Australia and to find out some more about life in Peru. Pan pipes, thrumming guitars, steaming empanadas, brightly coloured rugs, dramatic felt hats and alpacas are the common
icons of Peru, but the 2006 Peruvian Festival in Melbourne will also illustrate the side of Peru that is less well known.10am—6pm Saturday; 10am—9pm Sunday. |
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Carols By Candlelight On The Boulevard
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A Carols by Candlelight in the classic tradition with lots of opportunities for the community to join in singing. The Diamond Valley Brass Band with special guests The Australian Children’s Choir. The event will also have pre show entertainment and a Christmas Market with stalls selling a range of last minute gifts and delicious food. |
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December 2008 ? |
Ivanhoe Park , The Boulevard, Ivanhoe |
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EID Festival
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The Western Sunurbs EOD Festival Committee invites you to come and join the fun and festivities of our carnival. Rides, food, entertainment and lots of competitions for all ages also available. (EID Showbags). The festival will end on Sunday with a spectacular show of fireworks. Altona Lakes & Public Golf Course |
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December 2008 ? |
cnr Mills & Mson Streets, Altona North |
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Chahar Shanbeh Soori (Festival of Fire)
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Norooz - Iraninan New Year - is celebrated around the 19th of March every year. On the Tuesday night before New Year we picnic and jump over bonfires to celebrate the coming of Spring in Iran. |
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March 2011 ? |
Ruffey Lake Park (George Park), Doncaster |
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A Taste of Portugal
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Street comes alive from 10am-4pm on Sunday 13th of June commemorating
Portugal’s National Day.The festival celebrates Portugal’s
extraordinary history and encompasses all countries that have adopted
the Portuguese language, tradition and culture. Eat, drink and dance the
day away, Portuguese style. |
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East Meets West Lunar Festival
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An annual festival in Footscray held near Lunar New Year. White Hat can thoroughly recommend this large and joyful celebration. |
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11th January 20010 ? |
Hopkins St, Footscray |
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Scottish Clans Ball
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The Scottish Clans come together at this time each year for a celebration of their heritage |
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La Plaza de Mercado
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The organisers claim that La Plaza de Mercado is now Melbourne’s premier Latin American and Spanish cultural festival. The Queen Victoria Market will host the "market within a market”. In its fifth year, this unique event celebrates Spanish and Latin American culture with an exotic entertainment program of music, dance & market stalls of traditional handicrafts, fashion & delicious food. |
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Pattertson Lakes Carols by Candlelight
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Carols by Candlelight at Patterson Lakes Community Centre, 54-70 Thmompsons Road, Patterson Lakes |
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Australian Moon Lantern Festival
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The Moon Lantern Festival is celebrated by a wide range of Asian cultures. This celebration will include lantern displays, song, dance and a range of stalls. |
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Sumnation World Cultural Festival
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A multicultural festival with entertainment, world health, stalls and demonstrations. Not running in 2007. |
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March 2008 ? |
Sandown Racecourse, Springvale |
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La Befana
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One of Italy'soldest and most celebrated legends is the visit of La Befana at the end of the Christmas season. Join in the celebrations at Argle Square in Lygon Street, the heart of Melbourne's Italian community |
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Country Victoria
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Gnatannwarr Multicultural Festival
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This festival (previously known as the Tarerer Festival) promotes local indigenous culture through song and dance. |
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March 2008 ? |
Warrnambool Performing Arts and Conference Centre, Warrnambool |
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National Celtic Festival
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Celebrating the culture of the Irish, Welsh, Scottish, Cornish and other Celtic peoples with music, food, literature, theatre, dance, art and craft |
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Festa Carmine
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An aftrennon of activities, games, and Italian food. |
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July 2009 ? |
Ken Harrison Sports Complex, Yarra Street, Swan Hill |
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Beechwoth Chinese Lantern Festival
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A festival celebrating the role of the Chinese in the history of Beechworth with entertainmnt, refreshements and displays. |
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Pako Festa
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A multicultural festival with entertainment, demonstrations and stalls. |
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Wonthaggi Italian Festa
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This is an Italian cultural event showcasing hours of entertainment and activities for the whole family. Whether it's the fencing demonstrations, Spaghetti eating competitions or cycling criterium this is "by far" one of the most entertaining Italian events in Australia. |
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Festival of Light
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A Celebration of Unity and Harmony in Diversity. Nepalese Association of Victoria celebratess Dashain and Tihar with Nepalese, Indigenous, Indonesian, African, Chinese, and Indian artists. Ethnic fashion parade, food stalls, handicraft stalls, photo & art exhibitions. |
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October 2009 ? |
Coburg Town Hall |
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Beechworth Celtic Festival
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An annual festival celebrating all things Celtic with dance, music, comedy, buskers, drama and displays. |
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Koroit Irish Festival
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Poetry, history music and dance highlighting the Irish heritage of the area. |
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St Paul's Day Festival
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A Italian community festival with beer fest and dancing. |
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Echuca-Moama Celtic Festival
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This Celtic Festival of dance and music is only in its second year but White Hat notes they have secured the domain name of celticfestival.com.au which might some indignation with longer established Celtic festivals. However that should not be a problem since Celtic peoples are renowned for never being argumentative -well, hardly ever. |
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Multicultural Festival
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Celebrating a range of cultures |
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Oktoberfest
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The traditional German festival with entertainment, competitions and beers. |
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October 2008 ? |
Warrnambool Show Grounds, Koroit Street, Warrnambool |
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Armenian Cultural Festival
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The Armenian Cultural Festival showcases Armenian history arts and food and iscurrently the only one of its kind in Australia.. |
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Brazilian Festival
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A festival celebrating all things Brazilian |
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Queensland Multicultural Festival
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This festival is Queensland’s largest free community festival event. Featuring a wide range of entertainment, music and dance. |
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Roma Street Parkland, Brisbane |
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Oktoberfest Brisbane
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This festival is run by Germans for all of Brisbane to enjoy and features the full range of food, drinks and entertainment you would expect at a tradition German Oktoberfest. |
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Musgrave Park, Brisbane |
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Viva Italia Wangaratta
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A festival celebrating the Italian heritage of the region. |
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Maryborough Highland Gathering
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Highland bands, sports and family activities |
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These events are ones which have run in the past and we expect to run in the future. As yet we do not have confirmed details, dates and contact details. To be informed of those details when they become available you can subscribe to our newsletter "Great things to do in Melbourne". |
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TOURISM NEWS
Qantas In Flight Magazine chooses
White Hat
Cemetery Tour as its featured Australian tour for May
There are many fine historical tours
throughout Australia including cemetery tours. From these, the
prestigious Qantas In Flight Magazine has chosen the White Hat Tour
of Melbourne Cemetery as its featured Australian tour for the May
2007 edition. This tour was also featured by ABC radio on 24 May and
will feature in a documentary series on Burke and Wills to be shown
on European television in 2008. The tour has been operating for many years and has won
praise from a wide range of sources. This is not a dry and stuffy
tour but in keeping with all White Hat offerings it is Informed,
Intelligent, Independent (and occasionally) Irreverent. You can find
details of the tour at White
Hat Tour of Melbourne Cemetery and view the article at
Qantas In Flight Magazine. |
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