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There’s lots to do this weekend - plenty of Markets, Events, Places to eat.. and so much more!

Don’t forget you can choose your own adventure on our website - we have hundreds of places to explore - foodie spots - best playgrounds and indoor ideas!

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SAVE THE DATE: Bunjil Place Christmas Celebration

Sat 5 Dec | 4.30 pm – 8.30 pm | FREE ENTRY

Head to Bunjil Place for Christmas carols, live music, family fun and food trucks! Watch the Bunjil Place Christmas tree light up at 6 pm, then settle in for The Grinch in the Plaza at 6.30 pm!

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Carols in the Park

Saturday 12 December, 4pm–7:30pm
Bentleigh Hodgson Reserve, Higgins Road, Bentleigh

Gather your favourite people, pack your picnic rug and get ready for a magical night at Carols in the Park.

Hosted by the much-loved Lucy Durack, this festive celebration is filled with entertainment, music and fun for all ages.

Sing along to your favourite carols and enjoy performances from the Glen Eira Band, Australian Girls Choir, Shauntai, David Hobson, Rhys Tolhurst, Whistle and Trick, and more. And if you've been extra good this year, keep an eye out for a very special visitor in red... Santa!

Bursting with holiday cheer, there will be scrumptious food trucks, roving entertainment, and plenty of activities to keep little ones smiling.

Soak up the festive atmosphere and join us for a truly jolly night out!

Recommended for all ages.

Free to attend. No bookings required.

More info here

🎅 SANTA IS COMING TO PARKMORE!

It's time to get excited because Santa and his very special crew are making their grand entrance at Parkmore Shopping Centre!

Join in the fun as Santa, Mrs Claus, Rudolph, The Cat in the Hat, Thing 1 & Thing 2 and a bunch of cheeky elves parade through the centre, spreading plenty of Christmas cheer! ❤️

And that's not all! There'll be a LIVE 3-piece Jazz Band playing all your favourite festive tunes from 10am–12 noon. 🎷🎶

A morning full of Christmas magic the kids won't want to miss!

📅 Saturday 14 November 2026
⏰ From 10am
📍 Parkmore Shopping Centre – starting at the ALDI Mall

For more info here

Outdoor Christmas Movie Fundraiser
ELF!

Saturday 5 December
gates open 3pm
movie 4pm (finishes 6pm)
Melbourne Cable Park,
5 Riverend Rd, Bangholme

$20 per person or
$60 for a family/group of 4
BYO picnic rug or chairs; licensed café on site

Every ticket helps us run community packing days and get hygiene bags to people doing it tough across Melbourne.

Tickets HERE: https://bookings.melbournecablepark.com/261205blessingbags/en/home

What’s happening this Saturday - November 14th

Open Cockpit @ Moorabbin Air Museum, Moorabbin

Naked Racer Cafe, Moorabbin

Santa arrives at Parkmore Shopping Centre, Keysborough

Rocky Creek Strawberry Farm, Main Ridge

Baldry’s Circuit Walking Trail, Main Ridge

Elwood Farmers Market, Elwood

Berwick Farmers Market, Berwick

Portobello Blvd Ninja Playground, Clyde North

Heart of the Community Market, Rosebud

Top Fun, Rosebud

The Funky Farm, Hastings

Crib Point Community Market, Crib Point

Somerville Market, Somerville

Banyan Reserve Playground, Carrum Downs - BRAND NEW PLAYGROUND

Dandenong Market, Dandenong

Prahran Market, Prahran

South Melbourne Market, South Melbourne

ALL the parks and playgrounds

*Weather conditions and other factors can affect all events so double check if you can before heading out.

SAVE THE DATE!

Frankston Heights Primary School Fair is on FRIDAY 20th November!

There will be rides - stalls - beer garden- games - and lots of food!

Friday 20th November

1pm - 6pm

More info here

SANTA TRAIN IS BACK!!

The Mornington Tourtist Railway Santa trains are BACK! Mamma’s crew jumped on a Santa special last year, and it’s just so magical!

Santa and his elf helper board the train ringing his jolly bell; and he makes his way into each carriage - even taking a seat, having a chat and handing out a bag of lollies!

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