The Tesselaar KaBloom Festival of Flowers is a yearly event held in autumn at the Tesselaar Flower Farm. There are over a million flowers in bloom...
Dandenong Ranges Events
The Dandenong Ranges houses some of the most beautiful and colourful gardens that boast an inviting atmosphere, especially in summer. Visitors from different parts of the state head to the region to enjoy an array of popular events that the area has to offer.
Whether it is the popular spring fest or the many garden festivals, the events in the Dandenong Ranges include many choices to showcase the area’s intrinsic beauty and rich heritage.
2021/2022 Dandenong Ranges Calendar of Events & Festivals
With a number of breathtaking gardens, the Dandenong Ranges hosts an array of seasonal festivals. Set on the stunning landscape, adjacent fern gullies, beautiful cliffs and many scenic points, the area offers a number of unique event venues perfect for a family functions, community and corporate events.
Many people choose the quaint garden areas for their weddings and birthday parties. The Japanese garden festival at the National Rhododendron Garden and the Tesselaar Tulip Festival are two major tourist drawcards in this area.
Apart from the garden festivals, other events also include many seasonal community events; which boast an array of amusement programs, fun-filled shows, activities, shopping opportunities and educational programs. The area’s art galleries and museums also host annual community-based art and cultural festivals
No matter what your interest is, you’ll find something interesting amongst the events hosted in the Dandenong Ranges. Browse through the vibrant event calendar and explore the area’s popular festivals and seasonal events.
Summer Jazz at Seville Hill is a summertime outdoor music event that takes place at the Seville Hill Winery. It runs from October through April, the perfect time to enjoy live jazz music outdoors on the estate’s...
The Rotary Club of Belgrave Annual Car Show takes place every year at the Ferny Creek Recreation Reserve. Those who have cars are invited to display them or admire those that are on display. Car clubs are also welcome...
Thanks to its previous success, the Herb and Chilli Festival is back and bigger than ever. Taking place in March each year and held in Wandin, the festival includes exhibits, stalls and of course, a chilli cook-off...
Celebrate Mooroolbark is a community festival that takes place annually in March at the Mooroolbark Community Centre and the Red Earth Park. The festival provides a range of both affordable and free entertainment for...
The Giro Della Donna is a cycling race that generally occurs in November each year between Warburton and Mt. Donna Buang. The race takes place over 125kms of the road with a climb of more than 2,750 metres making this a...
The PAVE Festival is an annual festival in the Dandenong Ranges that held in April each year. The PAVE Festival runs for eight days over the school holiday/ Easter period, which makes it a great family activity for all...
The Roller Coaster Run, a marathon held in the Dandenong Ranges, features a 21.5km trail and a 43km trail (consisting of two laps of 21.5kms). Visitors looking to participate in the Roller Coaster Run should check the...
The Dandenong Ranges Open Studios is where talented artists open their doors to their usually hidden studios and visitors can get a sneak peek into the creative process. With heaps of studios open including painting...
The Kalorama Chestnut Festival is a beloved Dandenong Ranges community event that has been running for over 30 years. Come along with your friends and family and enjoy all things chestnut with food and festivities...
The Belgrave Lantern Parade is a yearly event that celebrates the winter solstice, community and creativity at the Hills through a display of hundreds of beautiful candle-powered lanterns. The event takes place during...
With the temperatures plummeting in winter, the Dandenong Ranges is a great place to celebrate Christmas in July with a number of restaurants hosting cosy lunches and dinners. With frost on the ground, and maybe even a...
Melbourne, will you rise to the Kokoda Challenge? Celebrating over ten years in Melbourne, the Kokoda Challenge takes participants through the gorgeous Dandenong Ranges with a 15km, 30km or 48km course to choose from...
Those looking to attend The Tesselaar Tulip Festival will be happy to know that it is only one hour’s drive from the Melbourne CBD. This popular yearly event is renowned for its amazing display of tulip flowers...
The Blossom Festival is an annual event at Cherryhill which highlights the beautiful cherry blossom trees. Located just an hour away from Melbourne, Cherryhill is the perfect spring getaway for families and visitors...
The charming village of Selby is nestled in the suburbs of the beautiful Dandenong Ranges. Selby is a town best known for a weekend getaway or a day trip as well as the popular event known as SelbyFest. SelbyFest...
Oxfam Trailwalker
Dandenong Police Paddocks Reserve, Dandenong North, VIC08 October 2021 to 10 October 2021
The Oxfam Trailwalker is a charity sporting event that involves walking from Endeavour Hills through to Heidelberg Park. Aside from being one of the toughest physical feats, the walk is one that’s rewarding...
Get out in the garden with The Diggers Club at the Cloudehill Spring Fair this October! The bulbs are blooming, gardening experts are on hand for a series of exciting free workshops and Cloudehill’s creator...
As thousands travel to Munich for Oktoberfest, Melbourne residents are treated to a huge range of events as they celebrate their own version of Oktoberfest in various venues around Melbourne. Why not make a day of it...
Secret Gardens of the Dandenong Ranges
Karwarra Australian Native Botanic Garden & Nursery, Kalorama, VICTBA - October 2021
The Secret Gardens of the Dandenong Ranges is a tour event which takes visitors to some of the finest private gardens in the Dandenong Ranges. Many of the gardens on the tour are not open to the public, so this...
The Stringybark Festival is a sustainability festival which is held at the Rowville Community Centre in October each year. This festival is all about empowering the local community to live sustainably with...
The Kilsyth Festival is a family-friendly event that takes place for one day each October at the Elizabeth Bridge Reserve. Formerly known as the Chelodina Festival, this free festival is open for all ages. There will be...
Draught Horse & YesterYear Festival
Mont De Lancey Historic Homestead, Wandin North, VICTBA - November 2021
The Mont De Lancey Draught Horse & Yesteryear Festival is a popular event that showcases draught horses, steam machinery, woodturners, and working blacksmiths who create a vast array of items. This event provides a...
The Kids Fun Run with Thomas is an annual fundraising event which raises thousands of dollars for the Cerebral Palsy Education Centre in Glen Waverley. Each year, hundreds of kids aged between 3-12yrs take part in this...
Every year, the Warratina Lavender Farm opens its doors for the Open Garden Weekend which is generally held in November each year. The private gardens are open to the public where you can take walks through the...
New Year’s Eve at SkyHigh
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong, Mount Dandenong, VIC31 December 2021 to 01 January 2022
Skyhigh invites everyone to ring in the New Year at the stunning SkyHigh in Mount Dandenong. The event starts at 7pm on December 31st and runs until around 1am. New Year’s Eve at SkyHigh 2021/2022 Prices, Menu...
The Tesselaar KaBloom Festival of Flowers is a yearly event held in autumn at the Tesselaar Flower Farm. There are over a million flowers in bloom spread out over a five-acre garden, the major highlight of this family...
- Tesselaar Tulip Festival
- CherryHill Blossom Festival
- Secret Gardens of the Dandenong Ranges
- Cloudehill Festival of Flowers
- Cape Woolamai
- Silvan
- Olinda
- Wandin
- Gembrook
- Mount Dandenong