City of Whittlesea Community Festival
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Organiser: City of Whittlesea
Get ready for the return of the City of Whittlesea Community Festival in March 2024!
Set within Council’s Civic Centre and Plenty Ranges Arts & Convention Centre in South Morang, the Festival's theme is 'Connections' and it promises to connect our community through a day of fun activities for all ages.
This event offers something for everyone with many free activities.
Live music and entertainment: Enjoy performances by crowd-favourite Dream Team and many cultural performances.
Free theatre shows: Head to Plenty Valley Arts and Convention Centre for 'A Circus Sensation' by ZAP Circus and interactive show 'Someone in the dark' by Black Hole.
Free cooking workshops: Dive into cooking workshops featuring local produce and 'World Kitchen' showcasing the talents of five local cooks.
A pet expo: Enjoy adorable moments and valuable pet care tips.
Family Zone: Free face painting, art and craft activities for the whole family.
Youth Zone: Adventure awaits with a rock-climbing wall and performances by local young musicians.
Ageing Well Zone: Engage in activities including a backgammon competition mini golf, Capet Bowls, croquet and more.
Community and Market Stalls: Discover delightful goodies to purchase at many market stalls.
Food Trucks: Delicious treats will be available for purchase. Don't forget to bring a water bottle for refills at our water stations.
Everyone is invited to join the lively celebration and to make memories with our vibrant community!
2024 Program Highlights
Dave Adren, Djerri Djerri Dancers, Team Dream, Simon Padaro, Zap Circus, Someone in the Dark by Black Hole Theater, Dom La Ferlita, Gastropodai, Born in a Taxi, Musical Plants by Playable Streets....
Stay tuned - more to come!
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