What's on this winter in the City of Moonee Valley
Discover the charm of living within the City of Moonee Valley this winter. From cultural celebrations to art events, there’s something for everyone in this vibrant corner of Melbourne.
Here are our top picks of events happening in the City of Moonee Valley this winter.
National Tree Planting Day
Join us at our biggest planting event of the year in celebration of National Tree Day.
There will be lots of seedlings to pant, fun for the kids, chill out spaces, nature connection activities and extra seedlings to take home.
- Lots of seedlings to plant, including some you can take home for free!
- Free hot drinks and a BBQ provided for all planting participants.
- Gloves, planting tools and instructions provided. Kneelers will also be available.
This event is run in partnership with local community groups including Rotary, Moonee Valley Sustainability and the Maribyrnong River and Waterways Association. This National Tree Day Planting event is FREE and everyone is welcome!
- Date: Sunday 28 July 2024 at 10am - 1pm
- Venue: Fairbairn Park, Woods Street, Ascot Vale
- Cost: FREE
- More information: https://mvcc.vic.gov.au/whatsonthisweek/
Celtic Illusion
Immerse yourself in the Irish Dance and Grand Illusion sensation that has taken Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Canada, and the USA by storm, on its nationwide tour for 2024. Celtic Illusion is coming to a stage near you!
Even fans who have seen our previous shows won’t dare miss the 2024 tour that is set to raise the bar once again. This exhilarating production has broken barriers by fusing unparalleled art forms and is more spectacular than ever before. With new spellbinding illusions, entrancing music and choreography, Celtic Illusion is an awe-inspiring night of family entertainment.
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Date: Friday 26 July 2024 at 7.30pm
- Venue: Clocktower Centre
- Cost: From $79.90 per ticket
- More information: https://clocktowercentre.com.au/celtic-illusion/
Open House Melbourne - Essendon Incinerator: A Modern Engineering and Design Marvel
Designed by the studio of Walter Burley Griffin and local engineer John Boadle, the incinerator marked a radical departure from the conventional approach of waste disposal, to incinerating municipal waste within an unsightly, foul-smelling, and smoky industrial structure. Utilising a new type of furnace design, this ensured vastly improved working conditions for workers, minimised environmental pollution in neighbouring communities, reduced garbage disposal costs, all while boasting an architectural style reminiscent of a community hall rather than an industrial facility. The building and incinerators stand as a pioneering and intact example of the successful integration of advanced engineering and innovative design.
Between 11am to 1pm view the Essendon incinerators and building, recently restored exterior and speak with our knowledgeable guides.
The 1pm presentation and walk through with Jim Happ, historian and retired Metallurgical Engineer will provide information about the mechanics and operations of the incinerators, and the collaboration between local engineer John Boadle and the studio of Walter Burley Griffin.
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Date: Saturday 28 July 2024
- Venue: The Incinerator Gallery
- Cost: Free
- More information: https://incineratorgallery.com.au/activities/open-house-melbourne/