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.
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:
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