Creative Industries Workshop & Networking
HOW MUCH? is an interactive workshop experience designed to equip artists with knowledge, tools and confidence around negotiating fees.
Spaces are limited. Register now!
Wattle Festival 2026
Celebrate the arrival of spring at Hurstbridge's much-loved Wattle Festival, now in its 22nd year.
Wander over 100 market stalls across the township, enjoy free live music all day, and take in classic vehicles, community displays and children's activities.
Shop in our Shire
Layer Up Local this Winter
Spend $20+ at a locally owned Nillumbik business, register your purchase, and you could win one of three $300 vouchers. Runs until 30 August 2026.
Carols by Candlelight - FREE EVENT
Carols by Candlelight on Friday 19th December from 6:30pm for kid’s activities and from 8:00pm with carols. BYO chair and vendors selling coffee, icecream and food available - plus such a close walk to the township to get some yummy takeaway.
A beautiful community night and all are welcome.
At Ferguson’s Paddock, behind Allwood House.
Check out all of our fun plans during Christmas time.
Santa wandering Hurstbridge Village!
Santa will be wandering the village on Saturday 13th December from 10am. Come and find him and say hi and grab a selfie and a treat! His visits are always very popular in Hurstbridge Village.
Check out all of our fun during Christmas time.
Allwood House Festive Bash!
Allwood Neighbourhood House, the heart of our village will be having a big celebration on Saturday 6th December from 4pm and you’re invited! Everyone is welcome. A fabulous, all inclusive atmosphere with live music, craft workshops and activities for grown-ups and kids and at 8:30PM Twilight Cinema featuring “The Santa Clause” movie!
Check out all of our fun plans during Christmas time.
Hurstbridge Primary School Choir singing Christmas Carols
On Tuesday, 2nd December at 2pm come and see and hear Christmas Carols sung by Hurstbridge Primary School students at Anzac Park, at the centre of the village next to the big roundabout!
Check out all of the other village fun during Christmas time.
Santa Mailboxes
Santa Mailboxes are doted throughout the township in stores. Write a letter to Santa - we know his helpers and will make sure he gets your letter!!
Wild Wombat Cafe
Hurstbridge Deli & Larder
Hurstbridge Patisserie & Cafe
The Little Speckled Hen
The Bendigo Bank
Nature’s Harvest
Hurstbridge Saddlery
Hurstbridge Dental
Check out all of our fun during Christmas time in Hurstbridge Village.
Christmas singers roving in Hurstbridge Village
Roving singers spreading Christmas cheer in Hurstbridge Village this Saturday!
Check out all of our fun during Christmas time.
Christmas Tree Tee Pee & Window Drawings on village shops!
Wander our pretty village and check out all the fun Christmas drawings on many shop windows throughout the township. And do have a look at our gorgeous Christmas Tee Pee tree, too!
Christmas ‘Tree’ in Hurstbridge Village
Check out all of the other village fun during Christmas time.
Nillumbik Artist Open Studios
This weekend, dive into the heart of our local art scene as we open the doors to over 28 artist studios throughout Nillumbik for two inspiring weekends! From captivating paintings and intricate sculptures to breath taking mixed media, explore the creative spaces where art truly comes to life.
Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a collector, or simply curious, we can't wait to meet you. Bring friends, family, and your own creative spirit. Don’t miss this chance to connect with the artists who shape our local culture!
For more information on our artists and where to find the studios, please refer to our website and Event App!
26th & 27th April - May 3rd & 4th.
Dates for your diary later this year! November 15th and 16th, November 22nd and 23rd
Open from 10am – 5pm daily
#NillumbikArtistsOpenStudios#MeetTheArtists#SupportLocalArt
Nillumbik Arts | Nillumbik Shire Council | Visit Nillumbik | Visit Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges | Visit Melbourne
Nillumbik Artist Open Studios
This weekend, dive into the heart of our local art scene as we open the doors to over 28 artist studios throughout Nillumbik for two inspiring weekends! From captivating paintings and intricate sculptures to breath taking mixed media, explore the creative spaces where art truly comes to life.
Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a collector, or simply curious, we can't wait to meet you. Bring friends, family, and your own creative spirit. Don’t miss this chance to connect with the artists who shape our local culture!
For more information on our artists and where to find the studios, please refer to our website and Event App!
26th & 27th April - May 3rd & 4th.
Dates for your diary later this year! November 15th and 16th, November 22nd and 23rd
Open from 10am – 5pm daily
#NillumbikArtistsOpenStudios#MeetTheArtists#SupportLocalArt
Nillumbik Arts | Nillumbik Shire Council | Visit Nillumbik | Visit Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges | Visit Melbourne
Open Gardens Victoria
Beautiful acreage garden close to Hurstbridge village. Sculptures from renowned artist Melissa Thomas from Natural Inspirations set in gorgeous bushland.
Wattle Festival 2025
Come and experience the magic of The Hurstbridge Wattle Festival and share in the fun of our 21st year!
Held the last Sunday in August each year which falls on the 31st for 2025.
It’s a joyous celebration of our unique Australian heritage, environment and community.
It’s a chance for locals to come out of winter hibernation and celebrate the joys of living in Melbourne’s green wedge in the Diamond Valley. This annual event in Hurstbridge began in 2004 and has grown in strength each year. Explore the township of Hurstbridge - shops, community groups and activities with a family focus.
A true community event where every community space comes alive to celebrate spring and show what Hurstbridge has to offer. A very popular event with crowds estimated to be approximately over 15,000 people.
Come by train or bus from Wattle Glen for a fabulous and fun day!
Winter Shop in our Shire and Win
Shop in Hurstbridge Village for a chance to win!
Have you seen the signs in our beautiful Hurstbridge shops and businesses? Don't miss out - ends August 1st!
Shop in our Shire to WIN!
Discover all the different ways to stay warm, be warm and create warmth this winter by shopping in Hurstbridge.
Nillumbik Artist Open Studios
This weekend, dive into the heart of our local art scene as we open the doors to over 28 artist studios throughout Nillumbik for two inspiring weekends! From captivating paintings and intricate sculptures to breath taking mixed media, explore the creative spaces where art truly comes to life.
Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a collector, or simply curious, we can't wait to meet you. Bring friends, family, and your own creative spirit. Don’t miss this chance to connect with the artists who shape our local culture!
For more information on our artists and where to find the studios, please refer to our website and Event App!
26th & 27th April - May 3rd & 4th.
Dates for your diary later this year! November 15th and 16th, November 22nd and 23rd
Open from 10am – 5pm daily
#NillumbikArtistsOpenStudios#MeetTheArtists#SupportLocalArt
Nillumbik Arts | Nillumbik Shire Council | Visit Nillumbik | Visit Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges | Visit Melbourne
Evie's Evergreen Fashion Party
It’s cooling down out there and we have been very busy getting ready to bring you our new seasons fashion! Lots of gorgeous locally handmade fashion and other beautiful fashion ranges too! If you’re looking for something a bit different, stylish, and evergreen this is the event for you! Bubbles and nibbles will be provided along with the debut of our autumn/ winter fashion range and accessories with styling tips too for a range of sizes and ages. Perfect timing with Mother’s Day around the corner. Who doesn’t love a fun event to break up the week?! We are looking forward to seeing you all in store, online and at our fashion party 🌸🌿 xx
Nillumbik Festival of Stories
Everyone’s story is unique. The Nillumbik Festival of Stories is a chance to participate in a multifaceted event with storytellers from across the Nillumbik Shire using poetry, memoir, fiction, song writing, storytelling as a vehicle to showcase their talent. The event is a celebration of the creativity which resides in our midst. Find your voice and hear the voices of others – from established writers and from others who are on their journey – as you engage with, or explore, the festival’s offerings.
Nillumbik Artist Open Studios
This weekend, dive into the heart of our local art scene as we open the doors to over 28 artist studios throughout Nillumbik for two inspiring weekends! From captivating paintings and intricate sculptures to breath taking mixed media, explore the creative spaces where art truly comes to life.
Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a collector, or simply curious, we can't wait to meet you. Bring friends, family, and your own creative spirit. Don’t miss this chance to connect with the artists who shape our local culture!
For more information on our artists and where to find the studios, please refer to our website and Event App!
26th & 27th April - May 3rd & 4th.
Dates for your diary later this year! November 15th and 16th, November 22nd and 23rd
Open from 10am – 5pm daily
#NillumbikArtistsOpenStudios#MeetTheArtists#SupportLocalArt
Nillumbik Arts | Nillumbik Shire Council | Visit Nillumbik | Visit Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges | Visit Melbourne
Anzac Day Service
Join the Hurstbridge RSL sub branch for the 2025 Anzac Day Commemorative Service, to be held at the Memorial Park, intersection of Anzac Avenue and Heidelberg-Kinglake Road Hurstbridge. Service commences at 10:00am.
Ride On Lawn Mower Racing in Hurstbridge!
The biggest Lawn Mower Racing club in Australia will be racing at Hurstbridge Primary School from 9am on Saturday April 5th! You're welcome to watch the fun with a number of different races happening throughout the day!
Looking after each other - Community morning tea
Do you know what support is available to help you and/or your family through all stages of life?
Come along to this free community morning tea showcasing local services that are available to support those living in Hurstbridge and surrounding areas.
When
Wednesday, 19 March 2025 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location
Hurstbridge Community Hub, 50 Graysharps Road, Hurstbridge, 3099
Crafternoon
FREE weekly event. Tuesdays 1:30-3:30pm at Allwood Neighbourhood House. Join artist Annie Stanford-Rossini for a fun and relaxed crafty afternoon. No experience necessary. All materials, tea & coffee supplied at beautiful Allwood Neighbourhood House.
Crafternoon
FREE weekly event. Tuesdays 1:30-3:30pm at Allwood Neighbourhood House. Join artist Annie Stanford-Rossini for a fun and relaxed crafty afternoon. No experience necessary. All materials, tea & coffee supplied at beautiful Allwood Neighbourhood House.
Nillumbik Repair Cafe
Happy new year, Nillumbikians!
The repair cafe is back on 8th February 9.30am to 12.30pm for our first session of 2025. We'll have all the usual fixers on hand, plus a FREE 1hr session showing you how to glue almost anything.
Book your broken item in to be repaired here: https://events.humanitix.com/repair
Or register to come along to our free gluing session here. More info in this link:
Hurstbridge Memory Care Café
Hurstbridge Memory Care Café
Mondays
1:30pm to 3:00pm
Community Lounge
A social meeting place for those living with dementia and their carers, to gather and enjoy a coffee/tea and conversation with each other.
The Memory Care Café provides a social meeting place for those living with dementia and their carers, to gather and enjoy a coffee/tea and conversation with each other.
The café is open from 1.30 – 3pm on Monday afternoons at the Hurstbridge Community Hub. It is run by healthAbility Staff in conjunction with volunteers. Those attending the café need to be accompanied by their carer (for safety and security reasons).
A Health Ability Staff member facilitates activities (board games, crafts etc.) for those living with Dementia with each participant being free to be involved in the activities, or if preferred, just observe. Volunteers assist the facilitator by joining in the games/craft and conversation and assisting with refreshments.
Carers meet in a separate area for a chat, and a volunteer may help facilitate introductions and conversation where necessary. Health Ability staff are also on hand to provide advice regarding the range of support services available through government agencies, community organisations and other networks.
Afternoon tea is made available throughout the afternoon.
A nominal cost of $5.00 is charged for those living with dementia which can be deducted from the person’s care package or by fee waiver application (if applicable).
If you would like to know more about the Memory Care Café or register your interest, please phone Rachel Dunn on (03) 9430 9125 or email SSG@healthability.org.au
When
Monday, 23 December 2024 | 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Cost: $5 per session
Rachel Dunn - healthAbility
(03) 9430 9125
Hurstbridge Memory Care Café
Hurstbridge Memory Care Café
Mondays
1:30pm to 3:00pm
Community Lounge
A social meeting place for those living with dementia and their carers, to gather and enjoy a coffee/tea and conversation with each other.
The Memory Care Café provides a social meeting place for those living with dementia and their carers, to gather and enjoy a coffee/tea and conversation with each other.
The café is open from 1.30 – 3pm on Monday afternoons at the Hurstbridge Community Hub. It is run by healthAbility Staff in conjunction with volunteers. Those attending the café need to be accompanied by their carer (for safety and security reasons).
A Health Ability Staff member facilitates activities (board games, crafts etc.) for those living with Dementia with each participant being free to be involved in the activities, or if preferred, just observe. Volunteers assist the facilitator by joining in the games/craft and conversation and assisting with refreshments.
Carers meet in a separate area for a chat, and a volunteer may help facilitate introductions and conversation where necessary. Health Ability staff are also on hand to provide advice regarding the range of support services available through government agencies, community organisations and other networks.
Afternoon tea is made available throughout the afternoon.
A nominal cost of $5.00 is charged for those living with dementia which can be deducted from the person’s care package or by fee waiver application (if applicable).
If you would like to know more about the Memory Care Café or register your interest, please phone Rachel Dunn on (03) 9430 9125 or email SSG@healthability.org.au
When
Monday, 16 December 2024 | 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Monday, 23 December 2024 | 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Cost: $5 per session
Rachel Dunn - healthAbility
(03) 9430 9125
Santa will be wandering through Hurstbridge Village
Santa will be wandering Hurstbridge Village on Saturday morning, 14th December! Come and find him for a jolly encounter. He’ll be with his trusty friends from the Hurstbridge Fire Brigade saying hello and ringing his bell and wandering the shops.
Hurstbridge Jazz Club Presents Nat Bartsch & Bektet
For our final gig of our Think Global Play Local series, we are proud to present two fresh and iconic voices in Melbourne’s contemporary music scene… for the first time together in Hurstbridge: https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.trybooking.com%2Fevents%2Flanding%2F1287678%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3SOZ9R8lAa5Rz1UHGRSvrYfp3V1yoLn_J7K8cGTs5ZXwdQviGXoKHn-M0_aem_cPYPz_y0gtLMjdcItrQ-VA&h=AT1B9IxkhT52hRGlcitMt8hQmN49nEzvDL5yE7RqO2yUmP8fY-Ux5unD6B16zrIeY0uggNk1z8rhq6tyQ21S9WJOtU2wMR2qE3V0jjtFDjaPf1t2xg46MXl8fH8A9ITzKbVER7hYgoGDEQlC9pc