One of Melton’s favourite annual events is set to return to Lake Caroline this month, with Lakeside Alive celebrating the city’s rich cultural diversity by the water.
This year’s event on Sunday 21 March will coincide with Harmony Day, an annual celebration of Australia’s cultural diversity, and offers plenty of entertainment for the whole family with intercultural performances, market stalls, roving performers, live music and fireworks.
The whole family is being invited to the day of fun, where children can get creative at Lady Mohawk’s Craft Tile Workshop, enjoy the Bebop Circus, or have their faces painted, while Melton’s older kids can join in on the excitement of the 10-minute dance parties.
Parents and friends can explore the event’s broad range of market stalls, while roving fire twirlers, circus performers, and giant puppets make their rounds showing off their impressive talent throughout the event.
Live music will also feature throughout the day across two stages, with rock band The Vanns and indie-folk singer Didirri featuring on the main stage.
A new, second stage dedicated to Harmony Day celebrations will showcase intercultural performances from Melton’s diverse community, with a special Harmony Day walk featuring workshops and activities suited to all ages and an international food market showcasing a variety of cultural cuisines.
Mayor Lara Carli said the event is set to feature diverse, free entertainment with a picturesque backdrop.
“What better way to spend a day than with family and friends, enjoying some delicious food and free entertainment by picturesque Lake Caroline,” she said.
Lakeside Alive runs from noon to 8pm. Details: melton.vic.gov.au/LakesideAlive
