Entertainment

Community Christmas A barbecue, jumping castle, face painting, cookie decorating, story time, craft and more will feature at this free community Christmas celebration. A free…

Meet Santa at the market A brass band will lead Santa into the market on a husky-pulled sled. Santa and his elf will ask children…

German Christmas Bazaar This festive event will feature homemade cakes, German potato salad, frankfurts, bratwurst, pretzels, waffles, ice-cream, and live music performed by the Accordion…

Book sale The Friends of Doveton Library will sell books priced from 50 cents to $5 and magazines for 10 cents. Doveton Library, Autumn Place,…

Go to the show From sheep to sideshows and showbags, the 145th annual Dandenong Show has something for the whole family. Free attractions include a…

Diwali in Dandenong Indian Association Cardinia Casey will host a free festival for the whole community featuring cultural performances, food stalls, rides and fireworks. Harmony…

A spook-tacular Halloween Face painting and a crazy cottage jumping castle will feature at Somerfield’s Halloween event. There’ll be prizes on offer for the best…

Barefoot bowling Lawn bowling is a low impact sport for people of all ages and abilities. Club Members will provide free coaching. Burden Park Lawn…

Dandenong Market Jubilee Dandenong Market officially opened on 10 October, 1866, and is the second oldest market in Melbourne. It will celebrate its 150th year…

Blessings for pets For the first time, the St James Anglican Church is welcoming animals to attend a special service. Pets will receive personalised blessings…

Graham Southam Collection This free exhibition features the work of local photographer Graham Southam, who captured 1970s Dandenong in pictures. Heritage Hill and Museum and…

Dandenong District Orchid Club Show Discover different varieties of orchids and have the chance to buy flowering plants and orchid-related products. Paddy O’Donoghue Centre, 18-34…