Newsletter | #219 | What's On this Week Newsletter | #219 | What's On this Week

Welcome to this week's Melbourne events, exhibitions, sports and community guide for Tuesday to Monday, March 15 to 21.

This week... there are festivals aplenty as Mad March continues, bringing with it the cross-cultural, cross-genre menagerie of events that makes Melbourne the colourful city it is. Running the gamut of everything from cinema and food to sports and good old community spirit, there's also a distinctively green glow about this week, which has nothing to do with recycling or how long you shamefully dingle about in the shower.

St Patrick's day is upon us, when being green in the gills from too much celebration can also be owed to a dash of food dye in the beer of the many urbanites who deem it fit to drunkenly bend over backwards to get in touch with their inner blarney stone once a year and give it a hearty smooch.

For those who prefer a bit more than a pint while embracing such Gaelic charms, there's the Echuca Moama Celtic Festival held this week, along with the Geelong Highland Gathering, where any men feeling left out of the L'Oreal Fashion Festival can freely frock-up in a kilt.

Major Events

Albert Park Carnivale showcases the charms of one of Melbourne's most liveable suburbs with a day of fun for the whole family. With extended hours in their beautiful business district, the Carnivale also has children's rides and activities, buskers, live entertainment, animal farms and much more.
When: Thursday March 17 - 4pm to 9pm


Echuca Moama Celtic Festival, held in the paddle steamer capital of Australia, celebrates Celtic culture with a range of events that include musical performances, dancing, workshops, art, puppet shows and a free Twilight family concert featuring Claymore, Saoirse and the Victorian Police Pipe band.
When: Friday to Sunday, March 18 to 20


Kew Community Festival, showcasing local community groups and businesses with special events, features a vibrant street parade that will end at Kew's Alexandra Gardens where a Family Fun Day will be held with food, craft and market stalls, rides and free entertainment for children.
When: Saturday March 19 - 10.30am to 4.30pm


Brimbank Festival, held as part of Cultural Diversity Week in Sunshine, offers a great day of entertainment for young and old with market stalls, amusements rides, children's activities and live music and dance held across three stages with performances by local, interstate and international guests.
When: Saturday March 19 - 10am to 5pm


CERES Harvest Fete, held at East Brunswick's Community Environment Park, celebrates the Autumn harvest with a festive day for the family. Along with children's activities, tours, market stalls and gardening workshops, the fete also features art installations, a colourful Harvest Parade and special dinner.
When: Saturday March 19


FLAVOURS, held at Prahran's Grattan Gardens to celebrate the cultural diversity of the City of Stonnington, is a free event that offers an uplifting and cosmopolitan atmosphere with multicultural music and dance performances, market stalls with arts and crafts, children's activities and workshops.
When: Saturday March 19 - 11am to 4pm


Warrandyte Festival, a celebration of local community and Warrandyte's unique surroundings and village atmosphere, offers an entertaining weekend with events that include a duck race, billy cart derby, great live music and the fabulous festival fare with fireworks, market stalls, music, rides and more.
When: Friday to Sunday, March 18 to 20


Sports for Change Family Festival, held at Brunswick's Clifton Park, celebrates Victoria's cultural diversity through sports with a day of free activities for all ages. With music, dance performances, workshops and kid's entertainment, the day also includes sports clinics and a soccer tournament.
When: Saturday March 19


Sunbury Community Festival, held at Sunbury's Village Green, is a free festival offering fun entertainment for people of all ages with festival favourites that include talent competitions, performances by local and International bands, roving performers, a parade and the SunFest charity fun run.
When: Saturday & Sunday, March 19 & 20


Ventana Latina Fiesta, held in Frankston's Wells Street Plaza, celebrates Latin American culture. With a day of dance, music, food, artworks and performances by local groups showcasing their Portuguese and Spanish heritage, the festival also features a fair trade craft market and dance workshops.
When: Saturday March 19


City of Whittlesea Community Festival, featuring a program put together by members of the community, offers a huge range of activities for people of all ages. Highlights of the festival include a Big Top, Youth Stage, art and craft market, workshops, carnival rides and a spectacular fireworks finale.
When: Sunday March 20


Geelong Highland Gathering, held in Queens Park, an hour's drive from Geelong, is the biggest celebration of Scottish culture in Victoria with attractions that include Celtic markets and food, historic re-enactments, pipe bands, Highland Dancing and displays of Scottish Heavy Games including caber tossing.
When: Sunday March 20 - 9am to 5pm


Holi, Festival of Colours is a special festival day presented by the Australian Indian Innovations Inc. Held at Sandown Racecourse, the festival includes attractions for the whole family with DJ performances, food and variety stalls, carnival rides and Holika Dahan, a ritual bonfire, held at midday.
When: Sunday March 20 - 10am to 6pm


Tastes of Chapel Festival showcases the diversity of Chapel Street as one of the most the distinct retail environments with a program of events that celebrate its best food, wines, fashion and entertainment. The festival also features theatre performances at Chapel off Chapel and art exhibitions.
When: March 4 to 18

Film Festivals

Melbourne Queer Film Festival, held at various cinemas, returns with a fantastic program of the latest and greatest in queercentic feature films. With documentaries and shorts from Australia and overseas, the festival includes special events and the City of Melbourne Award for Best Australian short film.
When: March 17 to 27


Alliance Francaise French Film Festival, held at various Palace Cinemas, offers an ambitious program of over 40 films, commercially released in France last year. The largest foreign film festival in Australia, genres include romance, comedy, thrillers, animation, documentaries and films for children.
When: March 8 to 27


Indian Film Festival brings the biggest stars of Bollywood to Melbourne to showcase their latest movies. With screenings held at Hoyts Melbourne Central, the festival also includes an attempt at the world's largest Bollywood Dance Class along with free night screenings held at Federation Square.
When: March 11 to 20

Music & Arts Festivals

L'Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival, Australia's largest and most successful fashion event for consumers, returns to Central Pier in Docklands and other venues to showcase the latest designs and bring to the public the upcoming collections for autumn and winter with a program of special events.
When: March 14 to 20


Brunswick Music Festival, one of Victoria's most celebrated multicultural events, offers a great program of concerts and attractions that showcase culturally diverse, indigenous, acoustic and traditional music with local musicians performing along with interstate and international guests.
When: March 17 to 27


Drum Festival, held across Dandenong at venues including the new Lonsdale Street Public Space, highlights Dandenong's local culture and arts by bringing together the public and artists to celebrate the drum and its many incarnations from across the world with workshops, performances and even a market.
When: Friday & Saturday, March 18 & 19


Basin Music Festival, held yearly to promote musicians and community members from The Basin and Melbourne's eastern suburbs, returns with a great program that includes a Swing Dance concert and park picnic, a weekend of free musical performances and a family fun day with attractions for all ages.
When: Friday to Sunday, March 18 to 20


Mossvale Music Festival, held in South Gippsland at an idyllic and secluded park, draws people of all ages for a program of performances held from noon to dusk. With local food and craft stalls on offer, this year's festival features performers that include Glenn Richards of Augie March and Martin Simpson.
When: Saturday March 19


Art & Soul Summer Festival, presented by Art on the Cape, is a must see for adults and children alike with over 50 art stalls and performances of Rhythm, Soul and Blues music. Along with children's entertainment, the festival includes workshops, art exhibits and a variety of local gourmet food and wine.
When: Sunday March 19 - 9am to 4pm


Oakleigh Music Festival hosts a variety of music inspired events ranging from live music gigs, fitness classes and Cinema in the Park. Highlights of the festival include the Carnival of Suburbia program with special guest performers and a BBQ day and a festival Family Day held at Warrawee Park.
When: March 10 to 20
Festival Family Day: Sunday March 20


Herring Island Summer Arts Festival offers special exhibitions every weekend at the Herring Island Environmental Sculpture Park in Toorak. Accessible by boat with a punt service, the arts festival includes special artists demonstrations, talks, workshops, activities and more.
When: January 15 to April 26 - Weekends

Food Festivals

Mordialloc by the Bay, the popular Fine Food, Wine and Music Festival, offers a great weekend of events held at Mordialloc's Peter Scullin Reserve. With live music, gourmet market stalls and children's entertainment, the festival includes Lens Mist, a photographic exhibition of Victorian seascapes.
When: Saturday & Sunday, March 19 & 20


Thai Culture & Food Festival, held in Federation Square, is a chance to join the Thai Community as they celebrate and showcase their rich and historical culture with a day that includes a Buddhist ceremony and attractions such as food stalls, performances, cooking demonstrations and much more.
When: Sunday March 20


Hot Sauce & Fiery Foods Festival, held at the Redback Chilli Co farm in Jindivick, a stunning location in rural Victoria just a stone's throw away from Melbourne, is Australia's longest running Chilli festival, which also showcases Gourmet Food and Boutique Beers and offers live music and children's activities.
When: Saturday & Sunday, March 19 & 20

Upcoming Events

Walk a Mile, Concert for Compassion is a fundraising concert held to assist acclaimed artist and Tibetan monk Gen Thupten Khedup set up his Melbourne meditation centre. With internationally renowned musicians, the evening includes an auction, with exciting products donated from well-known companies.
When: Saturday June 25


Portobello Bride Boutique Wedding Market, held at St Kilda Town Hall, is an event set apart from other wedding expos and showcases in that the market is a curated wedding event that only accepts vendors that are independent, creative and are as passionate about the occasion as you are.
When: Saturday & Sunday, March 26 & 27


ROCK OF AGES, held at Melbourne's Comedy Theatre, is a hilarious, feel-good love story set in 1987 when a small-town girl meets a big-city dreamer in L.A.'s most legendary rock club. Told through music of the era, the comedy includes hits such as 'Don't Stop Believin', 'The Final Countdown' and other classics.
When: March 22 to June 30 | Book Now

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Red Bull Racing Can is giving university students a chance to win a trip to Formula One's Red Bull Racing headquarters in the UK by racing remote control cars, designed with Red Bull cans, with heats held at Melbourne's Deakin University, Monash University in Clayton, University of Melbourne and RMIT.
When: March 21 to 24 | Learn More

D-MACK'S Hoopdreams Basketball Clinic

D-MACK'S Hoopdreams Basketball Clinic is a chance for boys and girls aged 6 to 16 to gain first-hand tips from ex-Melbourne Tiger now Coach and NBL sporting legend, Darryl "D-Mack"McDonald. Held during school holidays, the clinics include lessons in Ball Handling, Shooting, Passing and Defence.
When: April 13 & 14
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Exhibitions - Art | Festival | Show

GRAPHICA, Fashion & Textiles Exhibition, held at the First Site Gallery of RMIT, showcases the talent and expertise of students and recent graduates as they explore geometric patterns and forms across a range of creative mediums with many of the works blurring the boundaries in creative design.
When: March 16 to 26
Opening Night: Tuesday March 15 - 5.30pm to 7.30pm


FETISH, held at The Owl and the Pussycat Gallery in Richmond, is an exhibition of mixed media by various artists. With works including painting, photography, installation, film projections and even live performance, the exhibition explores the interpretation by the artists and what FETISH means to them.
When: March 16 to April 3
Opening Night: Wednesday March 16 - 6pm to 9pm


Butterworth Brothers Exhibition, held at Hampton's Bridget McDonnell Gallery, is an exhibition of paintings by Daniel and Matthew Butterworth, who work both individually and collaboratively with Daniel beginning most paintings before handing it over to Matthew to apply his vision of the lives they capture.
When: Until April 2


Rusty Room and the Black & White Rainbow is an exhibition of quirky ceramics created by by Ann-Maree Gentile. Held at Open Drawer in Camberwell, her pieces are taken from past projects and also specifically made for the exhibition, capturing a playful nature that's charming and imaginative.
When: Until March 27 - Closed Tuesdays


Leap Exhibition, held at Melbourne's 1000 £ Bend Cafe, is a selection of 40 creative posters that have been submitted for the arts magazine, Leap. Chosen from 150 pieces, works have come from a diverse community including rock stars, landscape gardeners, corporate high flyers and children as young as six.
When: Wednesday to Monday, March 16 to 21


Real People Real Stories, held at Brunswick Street Gallery in Fitzroy, celebrates an art movement that visually empowers communities globally to express their undiluted real stories. Through powerful social imagery, stories are brought to life through the lens of Melbourne photographer Rena Harvey.
When: March 18 to 31


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Expos, Launches & Open Days

Travel XPO, held at Carlton's Royal Exhibition Building, offers all the information you need to plan a holiday or business trip with advice and insights into everything from insurance and visas to some of the best locations. It includes entertainment with cultural performers, guest presenters and more.
When: Saturday & Sunday, March 19 & 20


Wheels & Tracks Exhibition, held at Essex Heights Primary School in Mount Waverley, is a presentation by the International Plastic Modellers Society. Showcasing the works of devoted members and model enthusiasts, the exhibition focuses on military replicas such as tanks, planes and more.
When: Sunday March 20


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Performances & Theatre

The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, held at Melbourne's Regent Theatre, celebrates the magic of Webber's most timeless songs. Performed by the current stars of Australian musical theatre, the performance includes songs from Love Never Dies, the upcoming continuation of Phantom of the Opera.
When: March 19 to 27 | Book Now
Love Never Dies - Opens May 29 -Book Now


These Are The Isolate, presented by award winning company, Mutation Theatre and Theatre Works in St Kilda, tells the story of Ed McCallister, a man who returns home after being overlooked for a promotion to find his life proving just as unhappy as he awaits just a shred of recognition of his birthday.
When: March 16 to 27 - Tuesdays to Sundays


Student Body, presented by BOObook Theatre, is an intriguing production by award-winning playwright, Alana Valentine. Following four international students through their days at university and the streets of multicultural Melbourne, it's held at the Union Theatre of the University of Melbourne.
When: Thursdays & Fridays, March 17 to 25


Spring Awakening, the smash hit Broadway musical and winner of 8 Tony Awards, will be performed by Bayswater's Fab Nobs Theatre. The acclaimed musical follows a dozen young people making their way to adulthood, confronting the audience with contemporary youth issues in a 19th century setting.
When: March 18 to April 2 - Various Days


The Mikado, performed by Promac Productions at Preston's Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre, is an elaborate rendition of Gilbert and Sullivan's most popular musical. With hilarious antics and the well-known score and singing, the play is performed in full costume on a magnificent set.
When: Friday March 18 - 11am


Cafe Scheherazade gets a second visit when it reopens at Melbourne's fortyfivedownstairs as a new Australian play by Therese Radic. Based on the best-selling novel by Arnold Zable, the play set around the St Kilda meeting place is is a love story that resonates with Melbourne's culture and history.
When: March 8 to April 3 - Tuesdays to Sundays


Avenue Q, performed at Knox Community Art Centre, sees SLAMS Musical Theatre Company put their own spin on the award winning Broadway puppet-musical. The tasteless yet hilarious production has echoes of Sesame Street and the Muppet Show with dark humour covering a range of adult themes.
When: March 11 to 26 - Thursdays to Saturdays


The Dream Life of Butterflies, performed by Melbourne Theatre Company in Southbank, is a play by award-winning writer Raimondo Cortese, which is a study of the illusion of memory and loss as two middle-aged women talk in a room, exposing their delusions about themselves and each other.
When: March 2 to April 2


Xanadu The Musical, the surprise Broadway hit, will be staged in 'The Grand Xanadu Marquee', a purpose-built venue in Docklands. With the lead role of Kira played by Melbourne's own rising star Christie Whelan, the quirky, hilarious roller skating, musical adventure features the original hit score.
When: March 3 to April 2


Butterflies Are Free, presented by The Basin Theatre Group, is the warmly funny play by Leonard Gershe, which follows the life of Don Baker, a man whose efforts to move to San Francisco for a life away from his over-protective mother are dashed when she reappears to visit earlier than planned.
When: February 24 to March 20 - Thursdays to Sundays


Apologia, performed by Melbourne Theatre Company at the Arts Centre, is a sharply witty play by up and coming British writer Alexi Kaye Campbell. With a new slant on the theme of family reunions, the plot surrounds a successful art historian's autobiography and the children she failed to mention.
When: February 18 to April 9


Lady Chatterley's Lover, performed at Rippon Lea House and Gardens in Elsternwick, is the Australian Shakespeare Company's outdoor adaption of D.H. Lawrence's masterpiece, which tells of the adulterous affair between the sexually unfulfilled upper-class Connie and the gamekeeper Mellors.
When: Until March 17 - Mondays to Thursdays


A Behanding in Spokane, performed by Melbourne Theatre Company in Southbank, is a dark comedy by Martin McDonagh, the writer of In Bruges. The caustic play follows Carmichael, a man whose quest for an elusive possession leads him to a dingy motel and two desperate chancers.
When: February 5 to March 19


The Comedy of Errors, performed at Melbourne's Royal Botanic Gardens, sees the Australian Shakespeare Company lift Shakespeare's hilarious text to new heights with the classic tale of two sets of identical twins, separated at birth, offering plenty of farce when they end up in the same town.
When: January to March


Hairspray, the ultimate feel good musical based on the cult movie by John Waters, will hit the stage in Melbourne at the Princess Theatre. Set in the USA town of 1960s Baltimore, the production follows the life of Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big hair and an even bigger passion to dance.
When: Until March 31 | Book Now


Mary Poppins The Musical, held at Melbourne's Her Majesty's Theatre, brings the classic books and beloved Disney film to the stage with a spectacular production that includes all of the best loved songs from the film including Chim Chim Cheer-ee and Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.
When: Until April 1 | Book Now

Classical, Choral & Recitals

The Art of Mozart, presented by Melbourne Chamber Orchestra with performances held at Melbourne Recital Centre, offers a program of four pieces by the great composer, including the immortal Clarinet concerto, a love letter to his favourite woodwind instrument, and his Symphony in G minor.
When: Thursday & Sunday, March 17 & 20


Melbourne Chinese Opera Festival, held at Melbourne Town Hall, is a free presentation of performances by eight opera artists from mainland China. Showcasing arias and highlights from major Chinese operas, free tickets are available by booking or at City Gallery next to the main entrance.
When: Sunday March 20


The Merry Widow, performed by Melbourne Opera at the Athenaeum Theatre, features an all star cast that includes popular soprano, Ali McGregor. A renowned opera since its introduction in 1904, the story of a widow and her mysterious fortune features a brilliant score that includes the aria, Vilvia.
When: March 15, 19 & 20


Opera in the Market, held at Queen Victoria Market's K Shed, will this year be joined by the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival in a celebration of music and dining featuring acclaimed tenor David Hobson, soprano Taryn Fiebig, 100 voices and the Alpha Sinfonia orchestra conducted by Guy Noble.
When: Wednesday March 16

Burlesque, Cabaret & Dance

Dance Massive Melbourne, held at three venues across Arts House in North Melbourne and Malthouse Theatre, boasts a vibrant program that presents contemporary dance by over 200 artists in 22 performances and events, pushing the aesthetic envelope with premieres, cult classics and more.
When: March 15 to 27 - Tuesdays to Sundays


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Entertainment & Nightlife

Santana, one of the greatest musicians and legendary guitarists of our generation, will be performing at Melbourne's Rod Laver Arena, bringing to the stage Santana's style that defies definition with a fusion of Latin rock, blues, soul and jazz that transcends time and the limits of genre typecasting.
When: Wednesday March 16


Blue Heat, one of the hottest bands on Australia's Blues scene during the mid-90's, will be performing at Melbourne's Spensers LIVE, marking their return with an all-original repertoire and the big strong sound of the band, backed by a three-piece horn section, fuelled by duelling guitar and keyboard.
When: Saturday March 19


Saints & Sinners Ball, one of the most decadent events on the clubbing calendar, will be held with the theme of, Fractured Fairytales, with guests invited to attend with a highly colourful erotic costume or cheeky accessories. Venue details are revealed several days before the event for those who purchase tickets.
When: Friday March 18


Yanto Shortis, a performer whose songs can touch audiences with themes of loss, struggle and hope, will be performing weekly at the Union Hotel in Brunswick. With lyrical stories full of local references, Yanto uses a combination of blues, folk, country and rock to deliver his songs.
When: Saturdays in March - 5pm


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Cinema

Underground Cinema will present a special cinematic event where guests have no idea of the film they're watching, using clues and props at the secret venue to try and guess what will be screening. With the latest theme of, The Future, guests will receive venue details by SMS prior to the night.
When: Friday & Saturday, March 18 & 19


Egypt 3D: Secrets of the Mummies, screening at IMAX Cinema, explores the mysterious world of ancient Egypt. Offering a taste of the wonders held in the upcoming exhibition, Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs, the film re-enacts the discovery of a cache of forty mummies.
When: Various Dates & Times
Tutankhamun Exhibition - Opens April - Book Tickets


Rooftop Cinema flickers into action with film screenings of everything from cult favourites to new releases and documentaries, literally offering the height of entertainment with screenings held on the rooftop of Swanston Street's Curtin House along with the rooftop bar.
When: Until March - Tuesdays to Sundays


Moonlight Cinema, held at the Royal Botanic Gardens, is Melbourne's picturesque open-air cinema with a program including latest releases, contemporary films and cult classic. A great way to spend a night out with friends and family, you can bring your own picnic or buy food there.
When: Until March 20


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Melbourne For Kids

Dinosaurs Alive! is an exciting, new interactive exhibition that will be held at Waterfront City Piazza in Docklands. Featuring life-like robotic moving dinosaurs who ruled the earth for more than 160 million years, the exhibition is set in a spectacular 1,200 square metre indoor forest-themed area.
When: March 12 to May 8


Motion Trace, presented by ArtPlay, invites children to join artist Hayley Rivers for a journey of visual discover through stories, sculpture, multimedia and an enormous ball of string as they trace a path of coloured string through the building to create a giant installation, recorded by time lapse video.
When: Friday & Saturday, March 18 & 19


Ride2School Day, held each year to promote healthier living and safe cycling for children, is an invitation to all parents, teachers and students to leave the car at home and get riding, walking, skating or even scootering to school with group events held at schools across Melbourne and Victoria.
When: Wednesday March 16


Box Hill Miniature Steam Railway Society, a group of Miniature Steam Railway enthusiasts, will be conducting a public run of their pride and joy, offering a chance for children to ride their wonderful miniature railway along a track that winds through the picturesque surrounds of Elgar Park.
When: Sunday March 20


The Giant Sky Wheel, the largest travelling Ferris Wheel in the southern hemisphere, is currently situated on the Geelong waterfront, located on Ritchie Boulevard. Offering stunning views across the ocean and Geelong City, the Giant Sky Wheel is even more impressive at night when brightly lit.
When: Until March 30


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Wining & Dining

St Patrick's Day, celebrating the life of Ireland's favourite saint, goes hand in hand with a Guinness, widely regarded as the authentic way to honour the day. To help Victorians plan their St Patrick's Day itinerary, Guinness have offered their ten best and great locations where punters can enjoy a pint with friends.
When: Thursday March 17


Psychic Supper, taking place at the historic Altona Homestead, is a chance to enjoy a great evening out and also join the Australian Paranormal team for an evening of all things mystical, showcasing the amazing talents of local psychic mediums, Mark Davies, Donna Abrahams and Shirley Nicholls.
When: Friday March 18 - 7.30pm to 10.30pm

Markets, Fetes and Fairs

St Jude's Family Fair, held at their parish located in Scoresby, is a fun-filled family event where there'll be something for everyone including music and entertainment, rides for all ages, children's activities and a big variety of stalls with great bargains on offer along with other attractions.
When: Saturday March 19 - Midday to 10pm


Woodend Market Extravaganza, an inaugural event presented by The Woodend Scouts, will offer a variety of stalls indoors and out, including local produce and much to eat. Held to raise funds for the scout group, visitors can shop amongst the backdrop of the Macedon ranges, not far from Hanging rock.
When: Saturday March 19


Black Rock Primary School Centenary celebrates 100 years with a 'Rock through the Century' fete. With past and current students and the public invited to attend, the day includes rides for children, performances by bands, market stalls, a silent auction and much more to celebrate the school.
When: Saturday March 20 - 10am to 4pm


Collingwood Pre-loved Toy and Clothing Fair, held to raise funds to maintain the services of the Collingwood Toy Library, offers a day of family entertainment for kids with performances, face painting and plenty of bargains on offer from a wide range of quality goods. It's held at Clifton Hill's Darling Gardens.
When: Sunday March 20 - 9am to 1pm


French Fete, presented by Camberwell Primary School, Victoria's first French/English bilingual school, offers French foodie delights at this school fete with a difference. Serving up all things French from champagne to escargots and crepes, there will also be rides, kids' activities and live performances.
When: Sunday, March 20 - 10am to 4pm


Preston Primary School Community Festival, held as the school's annual fundraiser, is a fun day to be had by people of all ages with the festive event featuring food and coffee, a trash and treasure market, activities for kids such, a treasure hunt, farm animals, music, rides, plant stalls, raffles and prizes.
When: Sunday March 20 - 11am- to 4pm

Melbourne Market Guide

View MARKETS calendar to make the most of the rare sunny days (it's a coin toss, isn't it!) and head to one of Melbourne's many excellent markets for a bargain!

A growing number of food, produce and even wine markets are springing up around the suburbs.

• Fetes Fairs & Shows


• Art & Craft Markets


• Food & Produce Markets


• Swap Meets


• Garage Sales

Sporting Events

Cricket

Bushrangers vs Tasmanian Tigers
The Victorian Bushrangers will be playing the Weet-Bix Sheffield Shield, held at Melbourne Cricket Ground.

Weet-Bix Sheffield Shield
Thursday to Monday, March 17 to 21

Roller Derby

South Sea Roller Derby

Charmers v Dollys
Springers Leisure Centre, Keysborough

When: Saturday March 19

Horse Racing

Country Racing Victoria represents racing clubs in outer metropolitan areas and small clubs in rural areas with race programs that include special days with kids' entertainment.
Highlights
Mar 19 - Geelong - St Patrick's Cup
Race Dates: March 15 to 21


Caulfield Racecourse, affectionately known as The Heath, plays host to some of the best highlights of racing both during and outside of the iconic Spring Racing Carnival.
Next Race Date
Thoroughbred Club Cup Day
Saturday March 19

Greyhound Racing

Greyhound Racing @ The Meadows hosts a range of raceday and non-raceday events throughout the year with the venue renowned world wide for high class racing.

Next Race Dates
Wednesday & Saturday, March 16 & 19

Fun Runs & Fitness Events

Tan Team Challenge Relay is a new team-based competition which takes place along the 3.8km Tan Track circuit amongst the scenic surrounds of the Royal Botanic Gardens. With teams of 4 invited to each complete a lap of the track, during the event a walker's category will also be on offer.
When: Wednesday March 16 - 6pm


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