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Ashburton Festival

Date: Last Sunday in February

Fun and always different the Ashburton Festival takes over High Street for a family-friendly day of fun-filled activities. There's entertainment, free 'come and try' activities and rides all day.

For more information:

  • phone: Liz Webb, Festival Coordinator, 0417 393 897

Please note: Only traders located in the High Street, Ashburton shopping centre precinct are able to take part in this event.


Burwood Village Autumn Festival

Date: May

The Burwood Village Festival features stage entertainment, rides and amusements all day. It happens at Burwood Village Shopping Centre, Toorak Road, Camberwell.

For more information:

Please note: Only traders located in Burwood Village are able to take part in this event.


Glenferrie Road Festival

Date: April

The Glenferrie Road Festival showcases one of Boroondara's most lively shopping precincts with trader stalls, rides, international cuisine and more. There's entertainment all day and lots of giveaways.

For more information:

Please note: Only traders located in the Glenferrie Road Shopping Centre precinct are able to take part in this event.


Kew Community Festival

Date: March

This 10-day community festival encompasses a wide range of community activities including historical re-enactments, art exhibitions, the annual Family Fun Day and Street Parade and culminates in the Closing Concert and fireworks.

For more information:


Maling Road Kristkindl

Date: First Friday in December

The Maling Road Kristkindl aims to bring out the true spirit of Christmas and is based on the European traditional Kristkindl Market. Gifts, food, rides and live entertainment feature this family-friendly night market. It happens annually in Maling Road on the first Friday in December.

For more information:

  • phone: 0400 300 466, Maling Road Business Association

Surrey Hills Music Festival

Date: October

The Surrey Hills Music Festival is dedicated to grass roots music and presents a culturally diverse and stimulating music program that celebrates the musical diversity and spirit of our community.

For more information:

  • phone: 9890 2467, Surrey Hills Neighbourhood Centre
  • website: