African Music and Cultural Festival
2024-11-15 - 2024-11-17 | Federation Square, Corner of Swanston and Flinders Streets, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
This epic three-day celebration is back and it’s their 10-year anniversary!
Time to immerse yourself in the best of African culture right in the heart of Melbourne. Rhythms, colours, and of course, flavours everywhere! Enjoy the representation of over 35 African countries and communities. African street food stalls are ready to fill your little foodie stomachs. Can’t wait!

The Vegan Festival
2024-11-17 11:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Seaworks Maritime Precinct, 82-92 Nelson Pl, Williamstown, Victoria, 3016, Australia
November is the month for Vegan foodies to celebrate because the Vegan Festival is back.
This isn’t just any foodie event though, it’s a celebration of all things plant-based and is the only 100% vegan festival in Melbourne (at least that we’ve come across). Vegan chocolate, vegan ice, vegan cakes. Even the DJs are vegan! So turn your plants away (they’ll never need to know), and head on down for a vegan spectacular.

Sunbury Street Life Festival
2024-12-01 10:00 - 16:00 | O’Shanassy and Brook Streets
After a couple of years, finally, the Sunbury StreetLife Festival is back, baby! It’s bigger than ever with over 150 stalls of local delectibles and delightables and food trucks serving the yums. It’s great to see this smorgasbord of Sunbury pride back on the calendar! There’s a little something here. Yep, a family venture for sure. And still true to the old local spirit and dedication, this event 100% volunteer-run so you should 100% be there!

Barkley Square Christmas Market
2024-12-13 16:00 - 20:00 | Barkley Square Global Markets, Ballarat East
It’s road trip time, so fill up Rudolph (didn’t you name your care after a reindeer too?) and head on out to the Barkly Square Christmas Market in Ballarat. This annual event is bursting with treasures and tasty treats from local producers and an impressive array of Food Trucks ready to fill your foodie Santa sack. Gather the family, bring your festive cheer, and celebrate community spirit, creativity, and all the good vibes.
