Events

Footscray and the surrounding area have much to offer.

Courtesy of the City of Maribyrnong here are a selection of events available to residents.

March/April

Cultural Diversity Week
When: 14-21 March 2010
Contact: Council's Diversity Officer
Phone: 9688 0109

Footscray Progressive Dinner
A progressive dinner through some of Footscray's finest eateries.
When: Friday 19 March 2010
Contact: Rosie Sallemi
Phone: 9688 0277

May/June

Reconciliation Week
This year's theme for National Reconciliation Week is 'See the person, not the stereotype'. It's a great time for Indigenous and non-Indigenous people to get to know each other better.
When: May - June
Contact: Diversity Support Officer
Phone: 9688 0453

Refugee Week
A celebration and acknowledgement of our community diversity. An opportunity to learn more about the refugee experience as well as celebrate the contributions made by people who have come to Australia as refugees.
When: June
Contact: Events and Communications Officer
Phone: 9688 0247

July/August

NAIDOC Week
A celebration and acknowledgement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and heritage.
When: July
Contact: Maribyrnong Council
Phone: 9688 0200

September/October

Diwali in the West
Diwali is an annual event celebrated by Indians of all faiths. This free event offers people the chance to experience the sounds, tastes and colour that are synonymous with Bollywood.
When: October
Where: Whitten Oval, Barkly Street, Footscray
Contact: Karen Trevorrow
Phone: 0421 871 181

November

Western Region Community Bike Ride and Walk
Support the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) - join the LeasePlan Western Bulldogs and Victoria University at The Western Region Community Bike Ride.
When: November
Contact: Anna Mitchell
Phone: 9680 6100

December

International Day for People with a Disability
International day celebrating the achievements of people with a disability.
When: 3 December
Contact: Disability Access Officer
Phone: 9688 0313

Kingsville Christmas Carols
When: December
Where: Beevers Reserve, Wales Street, Kingsville
Contact: Janine Wiggins
Phone: 0424 245 697

Seddon Christmas Carols in the Park
Carol singing, children's nativity pageant, Christmas reflection.
When: December
Where: Harris Reserve, cnr Gamon and Thomson Streets, Seddon
Contact: Peter Redding
Phone: 9689 4186

Carols By Candlelight
Carols by Candlelight is held each December and features a celebrity host, local artists, school choirs, the Footscray Yarraville City Band, Santa and Fireworks; a great night for the whole family.
When: December
Where: Yarraville Gardens
Contact: Ron Palmer
Phone: 9687 4625