Lakeside revival

Stilt Walkers Australia's Water Drops will be one of the groups' performing at Lakeside Alive this year. (Supplied)

Lake Caroline will burst into life on Saturday March 26 with the return of the Lakeside Alive festival.

From 12pm to 8pm, attendees will be treated to a range of family-friendly performances and activities, including a drumming and hula play space for the kids, a bevy of buskers and a range of food trucks.

Entry to the event will be free and will include a car show and fireworks display if conditions remain favourable.

The popular event last ran in 2019 but was cancelled in 2020 and 2021 due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Melton mayor Goran Kesic said he was looking forward to having this vibrant event return to the city of Melton.

“It’s the perfect Saturday afternoon activity – delicious food, free entertainment and stroll along

the lake,” Cr Kesic said.

“Having something like this in your own backyard is such a treat, so I’d encourage everyone to

check it out and join in the fun.”

Council is encouraging attendees to bring their own picnic rug and and chairs to enjoy the day in comfort.

The event will also feature a range of live entertainment, including The Hardies Hilllbillies, multi-instrumentalists Los Parceros.

Council has also confirmed that the Djerriwarrh Festival will return on November 5.