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Free festivals events happening across Melbourne. Cultural celebrations, parades & seasonal fests. All completely free to attend.

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World Day for Cultural Diversity 2026

Tue 19 May·11:00 AMFree

World Day for Cultural Diversity 2026

📍Dandenong·Chisholm Institute - Dandenong Campus (Aroma Courtyard)

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Fri 22 May·5:00 PMFree

City of Melton Night Markets - Strathtulloh

📍Strathtulloh·266 Bridge Road

Spanish Language Fiesta 2026 | The Atrium – Federation Square

Sat 30 May·11:30 AMFree

Spanish Language Fiesta 2026 | The Atrium – Federation Square

📍Melbourne·Federation Square

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Fri 12 Jun·5:00 PMFree

City of Melton Night Markets - Diggers Rest

📍Diggers Rest·Diggers Rest Recreation Reserve

Environment Day Event for Multicultural Communities

Sat 13 Jun·11:00 AMFree

Environment Day Event for Multicultural Communities

📍Fawkner·Fawkner Sports Hall

SEAWORKS WINTER SOLSTICE FESTIVAL 2026

Fri 19 Jun·5:00 PMFree

SEAWORKS WINTER SOLSTICE FESTIVAL 2026

📍Williamstown·Seaworks Maritime Precinct

Olives to Oil Festival Westside

Sat 18 Jul·11:00 AMFree

Olives to Oil Festival Westside

📍Burnside Children's and Community Centre

Free Festivals Events in Melbourne | Local Happenings