Upcoming foodie festivals & events Melbourne
From iconic venues to cultural flavours, you can join our festivals and events all over Victoria.
Festivals suggest fun and excitement, crowds of happy people, and total enjoyment for all. Our festivals bring together Melbourne's most amazing food trucks and market stalls, with flavours from around the world. Entertainment and free activities keep the kids and family busy while you browse the stalls for trinkets and taste the food along the way.
Our smaller pop up events range from movie nights to dinners and cultural shows. Always a fun few hours to get together with like minded people and enjoy a cultural experience.
Upcoming Events
The City of Melton Night Markets
City of Melton Night Markets: A Celebration of Diversity
Ignite your senses at the City of Melton Night Markets! Across five unforgettable nights, immerse yourself in flavours, rhythms and traditions found across our great community
Wander through a dazzling array of market stalls brimming with mouthwatering cuisines, handcrafted treasures and one-of-a-kind goods. Savour the tastes of global street food and connect with local makers and vendors.
FT Events is proud to present The City of Melton Night Markets 2026 Series — a curated program of five individual events delivered across multiple locations within the City of Melton.
Popping up across multiple locations within the City of Melton, these free events have something for everyone to enjoy! Gather with your local community for a festive night out. Wander through an array of market stalls, savour the tastes of global street foods, and enjoy live music and family entertainment.
Event Schedule
Friday 10 April 2026 Aintree - Adjacent to HomeCo Shopping Centre
The City of Melton Night Markets 2026 kicks off a vibrant travelling series celebrating our region’s rich cultural diversity through global flavours and artisan goods. Visitors can enjoy a dynamic program of international performances, from Bollywood and Taiko drumming to Pacific island dance and Afro-fusion beats
Friday 17 April 2026 Weir Views (Opalia) - Opalia Shopping Centre (External)
Celebrate a world of flavour and rhythm at the City of Melton Night Markets, where global street food meets vibrant cultural performances. Experience the heart of Weir Views through "United by the Beat" neon art, live music, and a diverse showcase of local artisan makers
Friday 1 May 2026 Melton - Melton Town Centre Amphitheatre & Surrounds
Experience the charm of a European winter with cozy vibes, hearty traditional eats, and artisanal market stalls at the Melton Town Centre.Celebrate the magic of the continent under the stars with live cultural performances and festive treats for the whole family.
Friday 22 May 2026Strathtulloh - Adjacent to Atherstone Traffic School
Friday 12 June 2026Diggers Rest - Diggers Rest Recreation Reserve
Stonnington Rhythm & Culture
Celebrate Melbourne’s diversity at Stonnington Rhythm & Culture, a free multicultural festival at Prahran Square on Saturday 21 March 2026. Experience a day of global music, dance, and food, featuring live performances, family activities, and vibrant flavours from around the world — proudly supported by the City of Stonnington.
Indian Festival Melbourne 2025
Indian Festival Melbourne 20th July 2025 - FREE EVENT
Experience the vibrant Indian Festival Melbourne 2025 at Queen Victoria Market on July 20! Enjoy authentic Indian food, live performances, Bollywood music, and cultural showcases. Don’t miss this colorful celebration!
Highlights from our past events
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information for vendors
Our festivals and events are made possible with carefully selected vendors. If you are a vendor and would like to be informed about our further events please register your interest here.