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Peninsula Chamber Musicians at Crittenden Estate

Photo: Amanda Stuart

Celebrating the many arts, cultural and heritage events in our community. Search the directory by keywords or dates to find an event that interests you.

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Public Art - Heart of Country by Skyla Lauch

08 Oct 2025 Mornington Peninsula Shire is proud to display the striking public artwork by Gunditjmara, Kirrae Wurrung, and Bundjalung artist Skyla Lauch.

2 Queens St, Mornington 3931

Tagged as: , Music & arts

Hastings Community Art Space: U3A and Peninsula Art Society

08 Oct 2025 Showcases artworks inspired by the 2025 Mayor’s Short Story Awards, celebrating the timeless bond between words and images while highlighting the creativity of local writers and artists.

Hastings library, 7 High St, Hastings

Tagged as: , Exhibitions & festivals

Mornington Community Art Space - Jessie Willow Tucker

08 Oct 2025 Exhibition 'Behold the threshold' by Jessie Willow Tucker is inspired by the coastlines on Bunurong land on the Mornington Peninsula.

Mornington Library foyer entrance, Vancouver St, Mornington 3931

Tagged as: , Exhibitions & festivals

Seniors Festival: Heritage and Art Bus Tours

09 Oct 2025 Join us on one of our half-day tours as we explore the Mornington Peninsula’s rich history and vibrant arts scene.

3 more dates

Tagged as: , Music & arts

Somerville Community Art Space: Glenys Van Dorrsen

09 Oct 2025 Exhibition ‘Australian Animal Series’ Eco Prints celebrate the spirit of the land, blending traditional and modern techniques to honour our environment and culture.”

Somerville Central Shopping Centre, 49, Somerville 3912

Tagged as: , Exhibitions & festivals

Create presents: Make a miniature artwork with Tinky

18 Oct 2025 Join Tinky and make a miniature world!

Red Hill Mechanics Hall, 19 Mechanics Rd, Red Hill 3937

Tagged as: , Talks & workshops

Peninsula Live: Music Industry Forum

25 Oct 2025 Saturday 25 October. Join us for a crucial conversation about the future of live music on the Mornington Peninsula.

Currawong Community Centre, 5/17 Currawong St, Mornington 3931

Tagged as: , Music & arts

BrightWalls Mural Program - Workshop 1

08 Nov 2025 Workshop call out for Young Creatives! Street Art Workshops + New Mural Project at Dromana Tourist Centre led by artist Daniel van de Wiel.

Dromana Community Hall, 2A Verdon St, Dromana 3936

Tagged as: , Talks & workshops

BrightWalls Mural Program - Workshop 2

15 Nov 2025 Workshop call out for Young Creatives! Street Art Workshops + New Mural Project at Dromana Tourist Centre led by artist Daniel van de Wiel.

Mt Martha Community House, 466 Esplanade, Dromana 3934

Tagged as: , Talks & workshops

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Hastings Community Art Space: U3A and Peninsula Art Society

Showcases artworks inspired by the 2025 Mayor’s Short Story Awards, celebrating the timeless bond between words and images while highlighting the creativity of local writers and artists.

Mornington Community Art Space - Jessie Willow Tucker

Exhibition 'Behold the threshold' by Jessie Willow Tucker is inspired by the coastlines on Bunurong land on the Mornington Peninsula.

Seniors Festival: Heritage and Art Bus Tours

Join us on one of our half-day tours as we explore the Mornington Peninsula’s rich history and vibrant arts scene.

Somerville Community Art Space: Glenys Van Dorrsen

Exhibition ‘Australian Animal Series’ Eco Prints celebrate the spirit of the land, blending traditional and modern techniques to honour our environment and culture.”

Sunset with the kangaroos

Join us at Seawinds Garden to learn about the Mornington Peninsula kangaroos. Meet the resident mob of kangaroos and enjoy the sunset atop Arthurs Seat.

The Mornington Racecourse Market features hundreds of stalls offering handmade crafts, fashion, fresh produce, and gourmet food. Set on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula, it’s a vibrant, family-friendly market held monthly, with free entry and on-site parking available ($5 parking).

Please note: No dogs permitted.

Moorooduc Rail Market

New local market supporting the small and local businesses

Seniors Festival CWA Scones in the Park

Enjoy a CWA Devonshire Tea and a chat with members at Mornington Park Pavilion. You can also take part in a trishaw ride to the pier with Cycling Without Age.

Gardeners Talk

Hear from Head Gardener, Matt and learn about the park and its many gardens. Explore the Garden & Art Trail. Ticket required to enter the park. Wednesdays in October 2025 (excluding 1st October).

Create presents: Make a miniature artwork with Tinky

Join Tinky and make a miniature world!

Multicultural Film Festival

Join our local screening of the Multicultural Film Festival 2025 as part of seniors month

Free guided birdwatching for everyone

A wonderful morning observing and learning about our Mornington Peninsula birds with other bird watchers while making new friends.

Oak Hill Gallery Market Day

Join us for Market Day at Oak Hill Gallery, a vibrant celebration of art, craft, and community! Explore handmade treasures, enjoy live music, food, and catch inspiring art demos throughout the day. Entry is free, dogs are welcome, and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. Come say hello and support your local art scene!

Mornington Wedding Expo - 19th Oct 2025

Prepare for your perfect day at the Mornington Wedding Expo on Sunday, October 19, 2025. Held at the picturesque Mornington Racecourse, this is your opportunity to meet with over 70 premier wedding professionals from the Mornington Peninsula and surrounding areas.

Seniors Festival - Walk on the Wild (flower) side

Explore Mornington’s Railway Reserve on a guided walk, with nature, wildlife and morning tea along the way.

Seniors High Tea

The 9th annual Seniors High Tea promises to be a delightful afternoon filled with delicious food, laughter, music, and friendship.

Chekhov's 'The Seagull'

a must see show for any theatre lover

Halloween Spooktacular 2025

An Event that is NOT to be missed! What could be better than dressing in a Halloween costume and having a frightfully fun night of dancing with your friends and family? Halloween only comes but once a year. Grab your ticket to Spooktacular fun today!

Seniors Festival - The Australian Fleetwood Mac Show GYPSY

Experience Gypsy – The Australian Fleetwood Mac Show, a stunning tribute to the band’s unforgettable music and stage presence. Presented by The Shire and Frankston City Council, this concert promises a night of magic, memories and timeless hits for fans old and new.

Seniors’ Festival Nepean Conservation Group Ramble

Join the Nepean Conservation Group for a stunning coastal moonah woodland ramble. This beautiful walk along sandy tracks, steps and stairs, takes you from St Paul’s to Sorrento Back Beach. Time for a comfort and morning tea stop at Sorrento Back Beach before the return ramble. Please BYO everything you would like! Some seats and picnic tables available. All welcome - we look forward to seeing you.

I Wore It Once Fashion Market

I Wore It Once is a must attend fashion event on the Mornington Peninsula. The market connects boutiques, designers and stylish individuals ready to sell-on their high-quality clothing and accessories. Come along with family or friends! There is a coffee van onsite for beverages and tasty treats. Don't forget your $2 for entry and a tote bag for all your new purchases!

Create a Mediterranean garden for summer

With summer becoming a more challenging season for gardeners, join Diggers Head of Gardens, Julian Blackhirst to learn how to prepare your garden. He will share how to plan for dry seasons, select plants for coastal Australian climates like Adelaide and the Mornington Peninsula and improve the water holding capacity of your soil.

Lyn Bowtell 'Paper Cuts Tour' at The Pig and Whistle

With influences spanning Country, Blues, Jazz, and Pop, Lyn’s rich, emotive vocals and soul-stirring songwriting set her apart as a true musical force. Few voices in Australian music rival her class, style, and raw authenticity. Experience Lyn Bowtell live and see for yourself why she’s one of Australia’s most respected artists.

Mornington Peninsula Contemporary Art Prize

Mornington Peninsula Contemporary Art Prize is an annual art prize run by artists, for artists and this year MPCAP explores the theme of REFLECTION.

Hill & Ridge Community Market, Red Hill

A vibrant market held on the first Saturday of the Month in Red Hill celebrating the Mornington Peninsula's rich culture and talent. It offers a diverse array of locally grown produce, delicious food, artisan products, music and arts.

Big and Horny

A great night out of fantastic music, delicious food, dancing and friendship

Point Nepean Heritage Motor Show

The Rotary Club of Sorrento is staging the Famous Insurance Brokers Point Nepean Heritage Motor Show as a community activity for all to enjoy. The location of the event at the historic Point Nepean Quarantine Station provides a unique and great environment for staging this heritage-themed event.

Mornington Peninsula Italian Festa

This first time ever community driven event will be set to show case and celebrate the rich Italian Heritage and the significant contributions of Italians to the Mornington Peninsula.
The day will be an explosion of local market stalls, Food Trucks, live music, cooking demonstrations and regional Italian cultural exhibitions.

Evergreen Clothing Oaks Day Luncheon

Get ready for an elegant affair at the Oaks Day Luncheon on Thursday 6 November, proudly brought to you by Evergreen Clothing, blending premium hospitality, local flair, and the excitement of Flemington racing, without the travel.

Make your own sourdough bread workshop Nov 2025

Baking your own bread is delicious and is a great way to reduce single-use plastic.

Experience the step-by-step process during this hands-on course, complete with tasting a of a freshly baked loaf.

You will leave with a sourdough dough ready to take home and bake the following day and a starter so you can continue your sourdough journey at home.

Not suitable for people with gluten allergies.

Ninch Nabs

Ninch Nabs – A Market with Heart
This collaborative event between The Village Church and Ninch Nabs will showcase samples, seconds and handmade treasures from local makers – all in a warm, welcoming setting with food, music and community connection at its core.

BrightWalls Mural Program - Workshop 1

Workshop call out for Young Creatives! Street Art Workshops + New Mural Project at Dromana Tourist Centre led by artist Daniel van de Wiel.

Free guided birdwatching for everyone

A wonderful morning observing and learning about our Mornington Peninsula birds with other bird watchers while making new friends.

Peninsula Grammar Presents MICHAEL PAYNTER

Michael is a passionate, proven, and professional performer guaranteed to leave clients and patrons delighted by bringing a class, reputation, and depth of experience that very few others can.

Trent Dalton In Conversation

Bestselling author and journalist, Trent Dalton, in conversation about his new book Gravity Let Me Go.

BrightWalls Mural Program - Workshop 2

Workshop call out for Young Creatives! Street Art Workshops + New Mural Project at Dromana Tourist Centre led by artist Daniel van de Wiel.

Peninsula Studio Trail - Artist Open Studios 2025

Enjoy a weekend of art on the Peninsula. Visit the working studios of the Peninsula Studio Trail Artists - Saturday and Sunday 3-4 May from 10am-5pm.

The Westernport Gardens Art Show

Explore stunning local art at the Westernport Gardens Art Show on the Mornington Peninsula. Featuring works from painters, sculptors, photographers, and more, it's the perfect opportunity to discover unique pieces in a beautiful setting.

For details, visit www.mrlc.com.au/art-show.

Mornington Peninsula Bird Festival

A fabulous opportunity to go bird watching in new areas on the Peninsula, learn about local birds, meet other birders and participate in many other bird related activities.

Peninsula VineHop Festival 2025

PENINSULA VINEHOP FESTIVAL - A CRAFT DRINKS TOUR ON A FESTIVAL SCALE!

THE ENCHANTED MARKET AT THE BRIARS

The Briars Market in Mount Martha offers a vibrant day out for families and friends, celebrating homemade and homegrown goods. Set in the scenic Briars nature reserve, visitors can enjoy walking trails, boardwalks, and native wildlife while browsing regional produce and handcrafted items from passionate stallholders.

Soundwaves

The Royal Australian Navy Band Melbourne is presenting six concerts in 2025, as part of our long-standing Soundwaves concert series.

POINT NEPEAN PORTSEA MARKET

Point Nepean Portsea Market offers a stunning coastal setting among historic buildings and tea trees in the National Park. Enjoy artisan stalls near the beach on grass, gravel, and bitumen paths. Roads become walkways during the market. Shade is limited and terrain is uneven, take care with prams and wheelchairs. No dogs allowed (service dogs exempt)

Arthurs Seat
Balcombe
Balnarring
Balnarring North
Baxter
Bittern
Bittern West
Blairgowrie
Boneo
Cape Schanck
Capel Sound
Crib Point
Dromana
Fingal
Flinders
Frankston
Gunamatta
Hastings
Hastings West
HMAS Cerberus
Langwarrin South
Main Ridge
McCrae
Merricks
Merricks North
Merricks Beach
Moorooduc
Moorooduc South
Mornington
Mount Eliza
Mount Martha
Pearcedale
Point Leo
Portsea
Red Hill
Red Hill South
Rosebud West
Rosebud
Rosebud South
Rye
Safety Beach
Shoreham
Somers
Somerville
Sorrento
St Andrews Beach
Stony Point
Tuerong
Tootgarook
Tyabb

What's On

Peninsula Chamber Musicians at Crittenden Estate

Photo: Amanda Stuart

Public Art - Heart of Country by Skyla Lauch

Hastings Community Art Space: U3A and Peninsula Art Society

Mornington Community Art Space - Jessie Willow Tucker

Seniors Festival: Heritage and Art Bus Tours

Somerville Community Art Space: Glenys Van Dorrsen

Create presents: Make a miniature artwork with Tinky

Peninsula Live: Music Industry Forum

BrightWalls Mural Program - Workshop 1

BrightWalls Mural Program - Workshop 2

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More Arts and Cultural events in our creative community:

Hastings Community Art Space: U3A and Peninsula Art Society

Mornington Community Art Space - Jessie Willow Tucker

Seniors Festival: Heritage and Art Bus Tours

Somerville Community Art Space: Glenys Van Dorrsen

Sunset with the kangaroos

MORNINGTON RACECOURSE MARKET

Moorooduc Rail Market

Seniors Festival CWA Scones in the Park

Gardeners Talk

Create presents: Make a miniature artwork with Tinky

Multicultural Film Festival

Free guided birdwatching for everyone

Oak Hill Gallery Market Day

Mornington Wedding Expo - 19th Oct 2025

Seniors Festival - Walk on the Wild (flower) side

Seniors High Tea

Chekhov's 'The Seagull'

Halloween Spooktacular 2025

Seniors Festival - The Australian Fleetwood Mac Show GYPSY

Seniors’ Festival Nepean Conservation Group Ramble

I Wore It Once Fashion Market

Create a Mediterranean garden for summer

Lyn Bowtell 'Paper Cuts Tour' at The Pig and Whistle

Mornington Peninsula Contemporary Art Prize

Hill & Ridge Community Market, Red Hill

Big and Horny

Point Nepean Heritage Motor Show

Mornington Peninsula Italian Festa

Evergreen Clothing Oaks Day Luncheon

Make your own sourdough bread workshop Nov 2025

Ninch Nabs

BrightWalls Mural Program - Workshop 1

Free guided birdwatching for everyone

Peninsula Grammar Presents MICHAEL PAYNTER

Trent Dalton In Conversation

BrightWalls Mural Program - Workshop 2

Peninsula Studio Trail - Artist Open Studios 2025

The Westernport Gardens Art Show

Mornington Peninsula Bird Festival

Peninsula VineHop Festival 2025

THE ENCHANTED MARKET AT THE BRIARS

Soundwaves

POINT NEPEAN PORTSEA MARKET

2025 Sorrento Christmas Carols

Eliza Hull with Inanna Indigo and Mathilde Anne MOTH Music on the hill

Free guided birdwatching for everyone

Free guided birdwatching for everyone

Victorian PGA Championship

Soul Night Market Hastings

Make your own sourdough bread workshop Dec 2025

Christmas Eve Dinner with Doot Doot Doot

Rare Hare Christmas Day Lunch

Peninsula Film Festival

98th Red Hill Show