Top Melbourne food festivals for summer 2025
There is no better time than Summer for foodies to hit the food festival trail. Yes, we know, they are great all year round, but adding the summer weather and beauty of Melbourne and country Victoria adds another level. Where else can you enjoy the cool ocean breezes of the Mornington Peninsula and the calming vineyards of the Yarra Valley while feeding all your foodie fantasies? So let’s round up the best food festivals coming your way across January and February with a little insight on foodie March madness.
January
Portarlington Mussel Festival
Dates: 11th January
Location: W G Little Reserve, Portarlington VIC 3223
Cost: $5 cash per adult (kids are free)
Food trucks, cooking demos, local crafting and beer tastings. It’s all about the local blue mussels and everything that complements them. It isn’t just a foodie event, it’s a whole experience.
Geelong Beer Festival
Dates: 18th January
Location: Johnstone Park, Geelong CBD
Cost: children ($25.19) General ($39.78)
Check out world-class breweries, cideries, distilleries, cocktail specialists, and vineyards while tasting the best local gourmet food and tasty food truck treats. This one is a great family-friendly day out.
Tatura Food Truck Festival
Dates: 18th January
Location: Western Oval, Tatura Park
Cost: Free Entry
Big names from Boost Juice to WHIPPD and everything from milkshakes to distilleries to international flavours. It’s all the food trucks with all the foods. Plenty to keep the kids entertained too
https://www.facebook.com/events/1490326301890613/?active_tab=about
St Albans Lunar New Year Festival
Dates: 19th January
Location: Alfrieda Street, St Albans
Cost: Free entry
It’s all about cultural diversity and inclusivity. Stalls, merch, entertainment, rides, and all the culturally delicious foods and treats. This one is a cultural event no foodie can miss.
https://www.stalbanstowncentre.com.au/lunarfestival
February
Beachside Food & Wine Festival
Dates: 15th February
Location: Rotary Park, Beach Road, Christies Beach, 5165
Cost: Free entry
Local gourmet flavours, regional beverages, live music, and coastal views – it’s the perfect summer combination. Taste, art, and vibrant community spirit await!
Dates: 21st & 22nd February
Location: Eltham Town Centre, Eltham, Vic, Australia, Victoria
Cost: free entry
Eltham is famous for its art community, laidback atmosphere and natural surroundings. This festival brings smooth jazz doused in community spirit! Enjoy local food, wine, and beer as you appreciate the culture and history of Eltham.
Antipodes Festival
Dates: 22nd & 23rd February
Location: 168 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Vic, Australia
Cost: Free Entry
Every year, the Antipodes Festival lights up Lonsdale Street with Greek culture, music, and cuisine. Nowhere else will you experience such a gathering of authentic Greek life. Embrace multicultural Melbourne!
March
Melbourne Food & Wine Festival
Dates: 21st till the 30th March
It’s the quintessential foodie’s calendar MUST NOT MISS event. Federation Square is the base hub but watch out for events across the city. Gourmet food stands, exclusive menus, wine tastings, and workshops led by top chefs. This is Melbourne culture!
Herb & chilli Festival
Dates: 15th to 16th March
Location: Romantic Nursery 125 Quayle Road, Wandin Victoria 3140
Cost: $28 Adult Tickets
The Yarra Valley comes alive as summer makes way for Autumn and it starts to turn chilli. Turn up the heat with spicy treats while listening to the live music of Harmaniax! Chilli fanatics, how hot can you handle?
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