Jan
1
to 30 Apr
Graeme Base’s Animalia in Sand
Boneo Discovery Park, Fingal, tickets and info www.sandsculpting.com.au
Feb
6
to 30 Apr
Graeme Base’s Animalia in Sand
Boneo Discovery Park, Fingal, tickets and info www.sandsculpting.com.au
Feb
8
to 4 Mar
A Journey of Time
Unique collection of works by prominent Indigenous and contemporary Australian artists, displaying large works and three-dimensions artworks, Nissarana Galleries, 211 Main St, Mornington, 5976 8877, www.nissaranagalleries.com.au
Feb
26
to 31 Mar
Oak Hill Gallery presents Ron Farnhill Exhibition
Sky, Sea, Sails and other things, 93 years in the making, 100 Mornington-Tyabb Rd, Mornington, 11am-4pm daily, 5973 4299, www.oakhillgallery.com.au
Feb
26
to 11 May
Anabela Sobrinho’s Exhibition “Essence Portraits”
Acrylic paintings exploring the Essence of Humans, most times quietly hidden within. These works combine your name, birth date and place, favourite colours and activities, and whatever you would like to reveal, TRIMS Café, 40 Playne St, Frankston, 9783 6781, www.anabelasobrinhoartistandwriter.com
Feb
28
6:30 pm18:30
Hickinbotham of Dromana Bush Fire Relief Concert
Dan Parsons and Tracy McNeil together for an intimate evening concert, tix $20 with every $10 going to Bush Fire relief, dinner 6.30pm with show from 7.30pm, bookings essential 5981 0355, www.hickinbotham.biz
Feb
29
1:00 pm13:00
Ventana Fiesta
Frankston’s Latin arts festival, street food, live music, Mexican wrestling, Frankston Arts Centre & Frankston Library Foodcourt, Frankston, 1-9pm, www.ventanafrankston.com.au
Feb
29
5:00 pm17:00
Stellar Short Film Festival
Carefully curated fusion of film, food and beverages, art and entertainment, McClelland Sculpture Park + Gallery, Langwarrin, 5-11.30pm, tickets on sale now, www.shortfilmfestival.com.au
Feb
29
5:45 pm17:45
Food & Wine Fun + Spanish Dinner
A night of trivia with a twist – food & wine tastings are part of the questions, loads of fun with four course dinner, Casa De Playa, 39 Main St, Mornington, 5.45-10pm, contact Mary to book your spot on 0430 445 187 or visit www.happyplacesandco.com
Mar
1
11:30 am11:30
Country Road Flinders Polo
Flinders, Mornington Peninsula, email [email protected] for more information or visit www.flinderspolo.com.au
Mar
4
11:30 am11:30
WomenConnect Frankston International Women’s Day Luncheon
Join guest speakers Judge Samantha Marks & Merren McArthur, Frankston RSL, 183 Cranbourne Rd, Frankston, 11.30am-2.30pm, tix $65pp, includes glass of wine on arrival, two course meal plus tea/coffee, limited seats, book via www.facebook.com/WomenConnectFrankston
Mar
5
to 9 Apr
A Woman’s Vision
Nissarana Galleries, 211 Main St, Mornington, 5976 8877, www.nissaranagalleries.com.au
Mar
6
to 26 Jun
Sophie Perez – The Landscape in-between
Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery, Civic Reserve, Dunns Rd, 10am-5pm, www.mprg.mornpen.vic.gov.au/exhibitions
Mar
6
to 30 Mar
The Colour Purple: Aboriginal Women’s Art
Everywhen Artspace, 1/39 Cook St, Flinders, Thursday-Tuesday 10.30am-4pm, 5989 0496, www.mccullochandmcculloch.com.au
Mar
6
to 26 Apr
A Collection of Stranger Things
Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery, Civic Reserve, Dunns Rd, 10am-5pm, www.mprg.mornpen.vic.gov.au/exhibitions
Mar
6
11:30 am11:30
WomenConnect Frankston International Women’s Day Luncheon
Join guest speakers Judge Samantha Marks & Merren McArthur, Frankston RSL, 183 Cranbourne Rd, Frankston, 11.30am-2.30pm, tix $65pp, includes glass of wine on arrival, two course meal plus tea/coffee, limited seats, book via www.facebook.com/WomenConnectFrankston
Mar
6
6:30 pm18:30
Music on the Hill International Women’s Day Show
A celebration of women in music, presenting Emily Wurramara, Monique Brumby and Ling Marra, Red Hill Pavilion, Red Hill Recreation Reserve, 184 Arthurs Seat Rd, Red Hill, doors 6.30pm, tix available www.musiconthehill.com.au
Mar
7
8:30 am08:30
Mt Martha Farmers Market
Mt Martha Community House and Parade Lawn, 466 Esplanade, Mornington, 8.30am–12.30pm, www.mmfm.org.au
Mar
7
8:30 am08:30
The 92nd Red Hill Show
Great family day, full of entertainment, exhibitions, demonstrations and animals, Red Hill Showgrounds, Arthurs Seat Rd, Red Hill, 8.30am-5pm, www.redhillshow.com.au
Mar
7
8:30 am08:30
The 92nd Red Hill Show
Great family day, full of entertainment, exhibitions, demonstrations and animals, Red Hill Showgrounds, Arthurs Seat Rd, Red Hill, 8.30am-5pm, www.redhillshow.com.au
Mar
7
9:00 am09:00
Point Nepean Portsea Market
Portsea Quarantine Station, Point Nepean National Park, 9am-2pm, parking $5, www.craftmarkets.com.au
Mar
7
11:00 am11:00
Mornington Peninsula Record Fair
Kirks on the Esplanade, Upstairs Function Room, 774 Esplanade, Mornington, 11am-4pm, free entry, vinyl is back!
Mar
8
9:30 am09:30
2020 Tyabb Air Show
See aircrafts that will not be found in Australia! Aerobatics, flying and static displays, food trucks, purchase tickets via www.tyabbairshow.com
Mar
8
9:30 am09:30
Mornington Peninsula Piers & Pinots
Producers will gather by the sea at the annual showcase to taste a range of Pinots along with local food and live music, Flinders Foreshore & Yacht Club, 12noon-3pm, tix $40, 25 wineries to taste, tickets available from www.mpva.com.au
Mar
8
10:00 am10:00
Balnarring Picnic Races
Coolart Rd, Balnarring, gates open from 10am, tix $15, www.balnarringraces.com
Mar
8
10:30 am10:30
2020 Tyabb Air Show
See aircrafts that will not be found in Australia! Aerobatics, flying and static displays, food trucks, purchase tickets via www.tyabbairshow.com
Mar
8
12:00 pm12:00
Mornington Peninsula Piers & Pinots
Producers will gather by the sea at the annual showcase to taste a range of Pinots along with local food and live music, Flinders Foreshore & Yacht Club, 12noon-3pm, tix $40, 25 wineries to taste, tickets available from www.mpva.com.au
Mar
11
2:00 pm14:00
Kindred Clubhouse Free Information Day
Come along to learn more about Kindred Clubhouse, a safe, welcoming space for people living with Mental Health issues, 2-3pm, 29 Marine Pde, Hastings, 5904 6125, www.kindredclubhouse.org.au
Mar
11
4:00 pm16:00
Padua College Twilight Open Day
Tyabb 7-9 Campus, 1585 Frankston-Flinders Rd, Tyabb, 4-7pm, www.padua.vic.edu.au
Mar
11
4:00 pm16:00
Padua College Twilight Open Day
Rosebud 7-9 Campus, 2 Inglewood Cres, Rosebud, 4-7pm, www.padua.vic.edu.au
Mar
11
7:30 pm19:30
Summer of the Seventeenth Doll
Frankston Arts Centre, 7.30pm, 9784 1060, www.thefac.com.au
Mar
12
4:00 pm16:00
Padua College Twilight Open Day
Mornington 7-12 Campus, 62 Oakbank Rd, Mornington, 4-7pm, www.padua.vic.edu.au
Mar
13
2:30 pm14:30
Lunch & Learn Workshops
Benito’s Restaurant, 1196 Nepean Hwy, Mornington, cashflow management workshop, $30pp includes 2 course lunch, book tickets or check program at www.smartbusinesssolutions.com.au
Mar
14
9:30 am09:30
Peninsula Music Society presents Tinalley String Quartet
Peninsula Community Theatre, Wilsons Rd, Mornington, book online www.pmsmusic.asn.au
Mar
14
10:00 am10:00
Bundjil’s Nest presents Womin Djeka Balnarring Ngargee Community Festival
Honouring and celebrating Indigenous cultures, entertainment, food stalls, craft stalls, cultural workshops and children’s activities, Balnarring Beach, Robertsons Park and Camping Reserve, 10am-8pm, entry by donation
Mar
14
10:00 am10:00
Bundjil’s Nest presents Womin Djeka Balnarring Ngargee Community Festival
Honouring and celebrating Indigenous cultures, entertainment, food stalls, craft stalls, cultural workshops and children’s activities, Balnarring Beach, Robertsons Park and Camping Reserve, 10am-8pm, entry by donation
Mar
15
7:30 am07:30
My Mount Eliza Run & Fun Festival
4km, 8km & 12km trail run/walks, 4km all paws walk, kids actives all day, live music on stage, amazing silent auction and more, Mount Eliza Regional Park, Two Bays Rd, Mount Eliza, 7.30am-1pm, register now www.mymounteliza.org.au
Mar
15
7:30 am07:30
My Mount Eliza Run & Fun Festival
4km, 8km & 12km trail run/walks, 4km all paws walk, kids actives all day, live music on stage, amazing silent auction and more, Mount Eliza Regional Park, Two Bays Rd, Mount Eliza, 7.30am-1pm, register now www.mymounteliza.org.au
Mar
15
10:00 am10:00
Mar
16
to 22 Mar
Mar
16
2:00 pm14:00
Sorrento Community Centre Conversations Series
860-868 Melbourne Rd, Sorrento, 2pm, free event, Gemma Sisia tells story of empowerment, refreshments provided, 5984 3360, www.sorrentocommunitycentre.com.au
Mar
19
10:30 am10:30
Cornish College Years 7 – 12 Opening Evening
65 River End Rd, Bangholme, book online www.cornishcollege.vic.edu.au/discover-cornish, any questions 9781 9000
Mar
19
5:30 pm17:30
Mar
20
10:30 am10:30
The Broadway I Love
Frankston Arts Centre, 10.30am & 1.30pm, 9784 1060, www.thefac.com.au
Mar
20
3:00 pm15:00
Mt Martha Farmers and Community Market
Third Friday of the month, Mount Martha Community House, 3-7pm, gold coin donation
Mar
20
4:00 pm16:00
The Big Picture Fest Block Party
Frankston City Centre, 4-10pm, 1300 322 842, www.visitfrankston.com
Mar
21
9:00 am09:00
Emu Plains Market
Emu Plains Reserve, Balnarring Racecourse, Coolart Rd, Balnarring, 9am-2pm, www.emuplainsmarket.com.au
Mar
21
9:30 am09:30
Neds Mornington Cup Day
Mornington Racecourse, play, party and socialize, plenty of action on and off the track, with style, colour and fun, kid friendly activities, tix www.mrc.racing.com
Mar
21
5:30 pm17:30
Unframed Art – Unique Art Exhibition and Silent Auction
Southern Buoy Studios, 2/19 Carbine Way, Mornington, 5.30-7.30pm, a fundraising event in aid of Peninsula Home Hospice, www.unframed-art.com for tix ($30), or phone Mary 5973 2438
Mar
22
9:00 am09:00
Art Red Hill
Mornington Peninsula's premier art show, calling for artists’ submissions for 40th annual show, categories inc painting, works on paper, photography, large-scale sculpture, small-scale sculpture, jewellery and glass & ceramics. Show runs May 1 to 3, www.artredhill.com.au, entries close Sun 22 March.
Mar
22
9:00 am09:00
Mar
25
6:30 pm18:30
Book Club Information Night
Frankston Library, 6.30pm, free, bookings essential, 9784 1020, www.library.frankston.vic.gov.au/whats_on
Mar
26
6:00 pm18:00
Somerville Secondary College Open Night
Interactive, student-led tours, 37 Graf Rd, Somerville, 6pm, for more information 5973 1000
Mar
27
to 29 Mar
Waves and Wheels Film Festival Cinema on the Beach
Frankston Waterfront, Frankston, 5.30-10.30pm, 1300 322 842, check website for prices www.visitfrankston.com
Mar
28
9:00 am09:00
Mar
28
11:30 am11:30
The Peninsula Picnic
A food, wine and music gathering, headliner Bernard Fanning with Mama Kin Spender, Hollow Coves, Caravana Sun and The Meltdown, Mornington Racecourse, gates open 11.30am, tix www.peninsulapicnic.com.au
Mar
28
11:30 am11:30
The Peninsula Picnic
A food, wine and music gathering, headliner Bernard Fanning with Mama Kin Spender, Hollow Coves, Caravana Sun and The Meltdown, Mornington Racecourse, gates open 11.30am, tix www.peninsulapicnic.com.au
Mar
29
9:00 am09:00
The Design Markets
Peninsula Community Theatre, Wilsons Rd, Mornington, 10am-2pm, $2 entry, kids free
Mar
29
11:00 am11:00
FrankTALK: Nicole Alexander
Frankston Library, 11am, free, bookings essential, 9784 1020, www.library.frankston.vic.gov.au/whats_on
Mar
30
to 9 Apr
School Holiday Fun - Hydro’s Heroes
PARC, Cnr Cranbourne Rd and Olive Grove, Frankston, 11am-3pm weekdays, 9781 8444, www.parcfrankston.com.au
Apr
3
5:00 pm17:00
Soul Night Market
A boutique food/makers market with 60+ stalls. Shop, eat, drink and socialise on a Friday night in Mornington all while listening to live soul music, free entry, Peninsula Community Theatre, Cnr Nepean Hwy & Wilsons Rd, Mornington, 5-9pm, www.soulnightmarket.com
Apr
4
9:00 am09:00
Apr
4
10:00 am10:00
Palm Lakes Resort Willow Lodge Open Day
2 Willow Rd, Bangholme, 10am-2pm, complimentary BBQ lunch, bookings essential by March 30, 9706 5011, www.palmlakeresort.com.au
Apr
4
to 28 Apr
Biyala Bala Kaiela (Red Gum River)
Everywhen Artspace, 1/39 Cook St, Flinders, open Thursday-Tuesday 10.30am-4pm, 5989 0496, www.mccullochandmcculloch.com.au
Apr
5
10:00 am10:00
Wedding Expo
One stop wedding shop, Mornington Racecourse, 10am-3pm, free entry, fashion parade and competitions.
Apr
7
9:30 am09:30
Party in the Park
Cruden Farm, Langwarrin, 9.30am-1.30pm, 1300 322 842, www.visitfrankston.com
Apr
10
10:00 am10:00
Melbourne Easter Show
Easter family Fun, kids free, Cranbourne Turf Club, 10am-9pm, www.melbourneeastershow.com.au
Apr
10
to 13 Apr
Melbourne Easter Show
Easter family Fun, kids free, Cranbourne Turf Club, 10am-9pm, www.melbourneeastershow.com.au
Apr
10
to 13 Apr
The Big Goose Easter Egg Scramble
233 Mornington-Tyabb Rd, Mornington, lots of fun Easter games all weekend, www.thebiggoose.com.au
Apr
10
7:00 pm19:00
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron Easter Art Show Opening Night
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron, 2900 Pt Nepean Rd, Blairgowrie, 7pm-9.30pm, tickets $40, www.trybooking.com/BIMGA
Apr
11
to 13 Apr
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron Easter Art Show
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron 2900 Pt Nepean Rd, Blairgowrie, the show speaks for itself showcasing a broad range of artistic works in a variety of media from artists living and working on the Mornington & Bellarine Peninsulas and beyond. Sat-Sun 10am-5pm & Mon 10am-2pm, entry $5 at the door, www.facebook.com/byseasterartshow
Apr
11
to 12 Apr
Dromana Potters Annual Pottery Exhibition
Room 8, Old Shire Building, Dromana Community Hall, 359A Pt Nepean Rd, Dromana, 10am-4pm, www.dromanapotters.com.au
Apr
11
11:00 am11:00
Hawkes Farm Autumn Open Day
661 Boneo Rd, Boneo, 11am-3pm, tractor rides, vegetable picking and family entertainment, www.hawkesfarm.com.au
Apr
11
5:00 pm17:00
Under the Southern Stars
Hastings Foreshore Reserve, Hastings, tickets www.underthesouthernstars.com.au or Western Port Hotel 5979 1201
Apr
12
10:00 am10:00
Flinders Motoring Heritage
Displaying classic and vintage car throughout the village of Flinders, Cnr Cook & Norman Streets, Flinders, 10am-2pm, www.flindersmotoringheritage.com.au
Apr
18
7:30 pm19:30
Apr
24
10:30 am10:30
Salute To The Anzacs
Frankston Arts Centre, 10.30am & 1.30pm, 9784 1060, www.thefac.com.au
Apr
25
10:00 am10:00
Sorrento Community Centre Super Craft Weekend Course
860-868 Melbourne Rd, Sorrento, 10am-2pm, $300 for weekend/$150 per day, introduction to Smalti & Driftwood, book 5984 3360, www.sorrentocommunitycentre.com.au
Apr
28
6:00 pm18:00
Dromana College Open Night
6pm, tours available Tuesday mornings at 9.30am, please phone 5987 2805 to book tours, 110 Harrisons Rd, Dromana (entry via Old White Hill Rd)
Apr
28
6:00 pm18:00
Dromana College Open Night
110 Harrisons Rd, Dromana, 6pm, 5987 2805, www.dsc.vic.edu.au
Feb
28
5:00 pm17:00
Soul Night Market
A boutique food/makers market with 60+ stalls, shop, eat, drink and socialize on a Friday night in Mornington all while listening to live soul music, free entry, Peninsula Community Theatre, Cnr Nepean Hwy & Wilsons Rd, Mornington, 5-9pm, www.soulnightmarket.com
Feb
27
8:00 pm20:00
Feb
27
8:00 pm20:00
Feb
23
10:30 am10:30
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron Challenge 2020
Fifth year of ‘team challenge’, all proceedings going to Headspace Frankston, each team member (team of 4), does one individual leg, leg 1–1.2km swim, leg 2–3km ski paddle, leg 3–2km stand up paddleboard, leg 4–2.4km beach run & leg 5–500m team swim, $100 a team, lunch provided, Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron, 2900 Pt Nepean Rd, Blairgowrie, to register www.trybooking.com/BGZKL
Feb
23
9:00 am09:00
The Mount Martha Briars Market
450 Nepean Hwy, Mount Martha, 9am-2pm, parking $4, www.craftmarkets.com.au
Feb
22
9:00 am09:00
Feb
21
3:00 pm15:00
Mt Martha Farmers and Community Market
Third Friday of the month, Mount Martha Community House, 3-7pm, gold coin donation
Feb
21
to 23 Feb
Squire’s Beer & BBQ Festival
Celebration of all things brew and ‘que, live music, masterclasses, food eating competitions, market stalls, onsite barber and tattooist and plenty more, special family day on Sunday, Fri 5-11pm, Sat 3-11pm, Sun 12noon-6pm, The Cheeky Squire, 510 Nepean Hwy, Frankston, tix www.jamessquire.com.au
Feb
15
7:00 pm19:00
‘End of The Line’
Bunjil Place, Narre Warren - Taking you through a narrative and musical journey of The Traveling Wilburys, giving insight into the peaks and valleys of the band’s stellar yet short lived story. Performed by Nick Barker, Brian Mannix, JR Reyne, Bernard Curry and Scott Darlow, tix available www.bunjilplace.com.au
Feb
15
to 16 Feb
Wine, Dine & Paint with Carole Foster
Come to a workshop with wine and gourmet lunch, learn to abstract with vibrant colours, up to 12 students
Feb
15
10:00 am10:00
‘End of The Line’
Bunjil Place, Narre Warren - Taking you through a narrative and musical journey of The Traveling Wilburys, giving insight into the peaks and valleys of the band’s stellar yet short lived story. Performed by Nick Barker, Brian Mannix, JR Reyne, Bernard Curry and Scott Darlow, tix available www.bunjilplace.com.au
Feb
15
to 16 Feb
Open Gardens Victoria
Four stunning gardens in Portsea & Sorrento, open 10am-4.30pm both days, $30 for all four gardens or individual tickets at each gate, for locations see www.opengardensvictoria.org.au
Feb
15
10:00 am10:00
The Waterfront Festival
Frankston Waterfront, Frankston, Saturday 11am-10pm, Sunday 11am-6pm, www.visitfrankston.com
Feb
15
9:00 am09:00
Emu Plains Market
Emu Plains Reserve, Balnarring Racecourse, Balnarring, 9am-2pm, www.emuplainsmarket.com.au
Feb
15
to 16 Feb
Wine, Dine & Paint with Carole Foster
Come to a workshop with wine and gourmet lunch, learn to abstract with vibrant colours, up to 12 students
Feb
14
8:00 pm20:00
Feb
14
7:00 pm19:00
Valentine’s Day at Hickinbotham of Dromana
After decades, the legendary Australian country rock band “Stars” have reformed and will present an intimate Valentine’s Day acoustic show, 7-10.30pm, tix $25pp for show, dinner and drinks additional, bookings essential 5981 0355, www.hickinbotham.biz
Feb
14
7:00 pm19:00
Feb
14
10:00 am10:00
February Full Day Workshop: SEO & Copywriting
Young Folks Digital, 18 Progress St, Mornington, 10am-4pm, www.youngfolks.com.au/workshops
Feb
9
10:00 am10:00
‘End of The Line’
Frankston Arts Centre - Taking you through a narrative and musical journey of The Traveling Wilburys, giving insight into the peaks and valleys of the band’s stellar yet short lived story. Performed by Nick Barker, Brian Mannix, JR Reyne, Bernard Curry and Scott Darlow, tix available www.thefac.com.au
Feb
9
7:00 am07:00
‘End of The Line’
Frankston Arts Centre - Taking you through a narrative and musical journey of The Traveling Wilburys, giving insight into the peaks and valleys of the band’s stellar yet short lived story. Performed by Nick Barker, Brian Mannix, JR Reyne, Bernard Curry and Scott Darlow, tix available www.thefac.com.au
Feb
8
11:30 am11:30
Mornington Peninsula Blues Festival
Mornington Racecourse, featuring Lloyd Spiegel, Ray Beadle, Darren Jack Band, Jimi Hockings Blues Machine & Geoff Achison, Blues Arcadia, Kelly Auty Band, Nathan Beretta Band, Sammy Owen Band, Paul Winn Band, Matt Katsis and more! 11.30am-9pm, tickets and more info www.mornpenbluesfest.com
Feb
8
10:00 am10:00
Peninsula Grammar Open Day
10am-12noon, to book a tailored school tour call 9788 7702 or email [email protected], www.peninsulagrammar.vic.edu.au
Feb
8
10:00 am10:00
Peninsula Grammar Open Day
10am-12noon, to book a tailored school tour call 9788 7702 or email [email protected], www.peninsulagrammar.vic.edu.au
Feb
8
9:00 am09:00
Crib Point Community Market
Second Saturday of the month, Crib Point Community House, 7 Park Rd, Crib Point, 5983 9888, www.cpch.org.au
Feb
7
10:30 am10:30
Feb
1
8:30 am08:30
Mt Martha Farmers Market
Mt Martha Community House and Parade Lawn, 466 Esplanade, Mornington, 8.30am–12.30pm, www.mmfm.org.au
Feb
1
8:00 am08:00
Detox your Home
Frankston City Event, address provided upon registration, 8am-3pm, dispose of common household chemicals without harming your health or the environment, to register 1300 363 744 or www.sustainability.vic.gov.au/detoxyourhome
Jan
31
to 25 Feb
The Summer’s Collector’s Show 2020
Two part exhibition featuring outstanding Aboriginal art, 35+ new paintings, barks, ochres and sculptures, Everywhen Artspace, 39 Cook St, Flinders, open Thursday-Tuesday 10.30am-4pm, 5989 0496, www.mccullochandmcculloch.com.au
Jan
31
to 2 Feb
The Peninsula Film Festival
Returning this Summer with a star-studded judging panel, featuring ticketed launch at Rosebud Cinema on Friday, the popular FREE short film festival at the Village Green Rosebud on Saturday February 1, and filmmaking workshop at Rosebud Cinema on Sunday www.peninsulafilmfestival.com.au