Selbyfest

SelbyFest is scheduled to return on Saturday 7 November 2026 at Minak Reserve and Selby Community House in the Dandenong Ranges. The free community festival celebrates local music, art, creativity and the people who make Selby and the surrounding Hills communities distinctive.

Organised by Selby Community House, the festival brings residents and visitors together in a relaxed bushland setting. SelbyFest is designed as an inclusive, family-friendly event where local musicians, artists, community organisations and activity providers can share their work.

The detailed 2026 program and opening times have not yet been published. Visitors should check for further announcements closer to the event before finalising their travel arrangements.

What to Expect at SelbyFest

SelbyFest is a grassroots music and arts festival, not a large commercial event. Its program traditionally focuses on local talent, community participation and activities that suit a broad range of ages.

The festival is expected to include a mixture of:

• Live local music and performances
• Art and creative displays
• Family-friendly activities
• Community organisations and local groups
• Food and drinks available to purchase
• Opportunities to learn more about Selby and the Dandenong Ranges community

The final list of performers, activities, food vendors and stallholders for 2026 remains unconfirmed. Previous festival programs indicate SelbyFest’s community focus, but individual attractions should not be assumed to return until the organiser announces them.

Live Music and Local Creativity

Music is normally one of the central features of SelbyFest. The festival gives local bands, solo musicians, choirs, and other performers opportunities to appear before a community audience.

Selby Community House has previously worked with local organisations such as 3MDR and the Selby Folk Club to deliver its music program. The participating performers and 2026 stage schedule have not yet been released.

Artistic and creative activities are also an important part of the event. Visitors can expect SelbyFest to highlight the work of people from Selby and the wider Dandenong Ranges, although the exact exhibitions, demonstrations and workshops are still to be announced.

A Family-Friendly Community Festival

SelbyFest is planned as an all-ages community event. Its informal outdoor setting allows families to move between performances, activities and community displays at their own pace.

Families may wish to bring a picnic rug and practical outdoor clothing. Minak Reserve has a natural bushland setting, so closed-toe footwear is more suitable than shoes intended only for sealed surfaces.

Specific children’s activities for the 2026 festival have not yet been confirmed. Add details about workshops, games, circus activities, face painting, or other attractions only after the organiser publishes the current program.

Community and Sustainability

SelbyFest aims to strengthen community connections and provide local musicians and artists with opportunities to perform and display their work. It also promotes inclusion, wellbeing and an appreciation of the Dandenong Ranges environment.

Community organisations may attend to share information about local services, volunteering, conservation and other initiatives. The confirmed list of participating groups for 2026 is yet to be announced.

The setting beside Selby Community House and within Minak Reserve gives the festival a distinctly local atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy the entertainment while learning more about the groups, projects and people active in the Hills community.

SelbyFest Tickets and Entry

SelbyFest is a free community festival, and general admission does not require a paid ticket.

Food, drinks or selected purchases may cost extra. No confirmed prices for optional activities or purchases have been published for the 2026 event.

Getting to SelbyFest

SelbyFest is held at Minak Reserve and Selby Community House at 1 Minak Road, Selby. You can reach the entrance via Charles Street.

Selby is about 37 kilometres east of central Melbourne, just beyond Belgrave in the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges.

Travelling by Public Transport

Visitors travelling from Melbourne can take a Belgrave line train to Belgrave station. Local bus services connect Belgrave with Selby, but passengers should check the current journey planner before travelling.

Previous SelbyFest events have operated a shuttle service from Belgrave. A shuttle has not yet been confirmed for 2026, so visitors should not rely on this option until the organiser publishes transport information.

Parking

On-site parking is limited because Selby Community House is surrounded by bushland and local roads. The organiser may introduce traffic controls, designated parking areas or an event shuttle, but the arrangements for 2026 remain unconfirmed.

Drivers should follow event signage and avoid parking across residential driveways, emergency access points or areas where stopping is prohibited.

Accessibility and Visitor Planning

SelbyFest is promoted as an inclusive community event. Previous editions have provided additional transport assistance for people with disabilities, but the 2026 arrangements have not yet been announced.

Visitors with mobility or accessibility requirements should contact Selby Community House before attending. This is particularly important because Minak Reserve contains natural and potentially uneven outdoor surfaces.

As an outdoor event in a bushland area, SelbyFest may be affected by severe weather or elevated fire danger. Check the organiser’s latest information before travelling if difficult conditions are forecast.

SelbyFest FAQs

When is SelbyFest in 2026?
SelbyFest is currently scheduled for Saturday 7 November 2026.

Where is SelbyFest held?
The festival is held at Minak Reserve and Selby Community House, 1 Minak Road, Selby.

What time does SelbyFest start?
The 2026 opening and closing times have not been announced yet.

Is SelbyFest free?
Yes. SelbyFest is a free community music and arts festival, although food, drinks and purchases may cost extra.

Has the 2026 SelbyFest program been released?
No. The complete performer lineup, activity program and transport arrangements have not yet been published.

Is SelbyFest suitable for children?
Yes. SelbyFest is promoted as a family-friendly community event, although the specific children’s activities for 2026 are still to be announced.