400 Cheltenham Rd, Keysborough, Dandenongs, Victoria 3173, Australia
Melbourne Orchid Spectacular / Victorian International Orchid Fair is now in its fifth year.
We will have in excess of 24 specialised local, interstate and international vendors of orchids, accessories, pots, glasshouses, fertilisers and other companion plants.
This event will now incorporate one of the biggest shows in Australia and feature approximately 30 displays of beautiful an ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Friday 26th August 2011 - Sunday 28th August 2011
508 Mount Dandenong Tourist Rd, Olinda, Dandenongs, Victoria 3788, Australia
Spring Fest comes to the Dandenong Ranges this spring, showcasing the best of the region's garden and floral experiences. Garden events take over the Dandenong Ranges from the 11th of September to the end of October, with an array of opportunities to tantalise every gardener or garden-lover's obsession.
Included in the Festival are:
* Open Gardens from some of Australia's most not ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Sunday 11th September 2011 - Monday 31st October 2011 (TBA)
357 Monbulk Rd, Silvan, Dandenongs, Victoria 3795, Australia
Arouse your senses!
The flowers will be a blooming showcase of amazing colour and fragrance. Wander through our gardens and discover new varieties and old favourites.
Spoil yourself!
Be tempted by the treats available from the plant stalls, gift shops or you may prefer to pick your own tulips from the pick-your-own patch.
Savour the occasion!
Food and wine a plen ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Friday 16th September 2011 - Thursday 13th October 2011
The Georgian Rd, Olinda, Dandenongs, Victoria 3788, Australia
Visitors to the National Rhododendron Gardens will find themselves immersed in the colourful cherry blossom blooms on Hanami Day.
Hanami is the custom of viewing the beauty of flowers, but it mostly refers to the Sakura or Cherry blossom Japan's unofficial national flower.
Every spring in modern Japan, crowds of people sit under the blooming cherry blossoms, usually on plastic tarps, ...
79 The Basin Olinda Rd, The Basin, Dandenongs, Victoria 3154, Australia
Como Gardens is a historic garden which was established in 1873. The garden contains uncommon and rare plants collected over many years. The garden boasts a fine Motor Museum which features many veteran and vintage cars some of these include an 1896 Benz which is one of the first ever production cars, a 1927 Grand Prix Bugatti Type 35c which is still raced today, pride of the fleet is a 1936 Merce ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Saturday 15th October 2011 - Sunday 16th October 2011
Puffing Billy Place, Emerald, Dandenongs, Victoria 3782, Australia
'Thomas the Tank Engine' returns to Puffing Billy in October and November. See 'Thomas' in full steam at the EMERALD town station... entertainment for the entire family!
Attractions include:
- Thomas and The Fat Controller pantomime
- Meet the Fat Controller and his friends
- A 20 minute steam train ride behind Puffing Billy
- Animal Nursery
- Jumping Castle
- Thomas Colouring Marquee
- ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Saturday 15th October 2011 - Sunday 16th October 2011
1 Old Monbulk Road, Belgrave Heights, Dandenongs, Victoria 3160, Australia
Dust off your platforms, don your disco pants and join Puffing Billy for a 'Disco Inferno' aboard Puffing Billy's evening dinner special. 'Tonight's The Night' to gather a group of friends and ''Dance The Night Away'. 'Take It Easy' and enjoy a sumptuous three course meal at the Nobelius Packing Shed whilst Puffing Billy 'Play That Funky Music'!
All guests are encouraged to dress to theme with ...
Corner Clarkmont and Hilton Roads, Ferny Creek, Dandenongs, Victoria 3786, Australia
Mountains of Books, the annual bookfest organised by second-hand and specialist booksellers from the Yarra Ranges and beyond, will be held on Melbourne Cup weekend, October 29 and 30.
Since Mountains of Books was first held four years ago the book trade has undergone huge changes, with Kindles and Ipads now a large component of the new book market. However the thrill of a second-hand find is no ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Saturday 29th October 2011 - Sunday 30th October 2011
The Georgian, Olinda, Dandenongs, Victoria 3788, Australia
The Australian Rhododendron Society Victorian Branch will be holding its 51st Rhododendron Show at the world renowned National Rhododendron Gardens in Olinda in October this year. This spring is promising to be an excellent flowering season for azaleas, rhododendrons and vireyas. A bus will transport visitors around the gardens to see the spectacular views and a competitive show will be held in th ...
Bennet St, Dandenong, Dandenongs, Victoria 3175, Australia
2011 Dandenong Show will be held in November with animals on show, huge carnival area, showbags, art and craft exhibition and a hands on animal nursery.
More details will be available closer to the date as they become finalised.
Please keep up to date with all the information by visiting the Dandenong Show website. ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Saturday 12th November 2011 - Sunday 13th November 2011
15 Main St, Upwey, Dandenongs, Victoria 3158, Australia
Come and enjoy the community spirit in Upwey, under lights at twilight on September 10, 2011, from 4-8pm.
There will be fresh local produce, local art and craft, food, music and a sparkly atmosphere! The market is located in the Village Green, behind the shops in Upwey.
This is a new market that is being established in Upwey. Located on the Belgrave train line - come and join for a great ...
1200 Ferntree Gully Rd, Scoresby, Dandenongs, Victoria 3179, Australia
The Scoresby Steamfest is the Melbourne Steam Traction Engine Club's annual event to showcase the development of mechanical power.
The big mobile steam exhibits are always a highlight. Engines on display will include a rare pair of 25 tonne steam ploughing engines, traction engines, steam rollers, portable steam engines, a steam truck and even a steam driven fire engine. Many of these engines ...
DATE / TIME: Saturday 10th March 2012 - Monday 12th March 2012
357 Monbulk Rd, Silvan, Dandenongs, Victoria 3795, Australia
The Gardening and Rare Plants Expo is the ideal event for gardeners and gardening enthusiasts. This event is a unique opportunity to enjoy a whole weekend discovering new and old plants. You can learn direct from the growers and experts. Both green thumbs and budding gardeners will have a great weekend.
The specialist growers and nurserymen have a stunning collection of new, rare and unusua ...
DATE / TIME: Saturday 17th March 2012 - Sunday 18th March 2012