The Asian Food Festival
Multicultural Melbourne comes alive in the dining scene combining Asian flavours of hot and spicy, sweet and sour during the Asian Food Festival. Celebrate multicultural Melbourne at a Chinese, Malaysian, Indian, Thai or Contemporary restaurant during the 6-weeks period.
Date: 1 September – 15 October
Venue: All across Melbourne
Admission: Free
Website: asianfoodfestival.com.au
Toko Shinoda: A Lifetime of Accomplishment
As part of the international commemoration of universally renowned abstract artist, Toko Shinoda’s lifetime of accomplishment, Lesley Kehoe Galleries will present the first solo show of Shinoda’s works in Australia.
Date: Until 13 Sep
Venue: Lesley Kehoe Galleries, Ground Floor, 101 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Admission: Free
Website: kehoe.com.au
Pika Pika Panic
A collaborative digital art project between young artists commemorating the 35th anniversary of the sister city relationship between Melbourne and Osaka. Drawing from the colourful and hectic visual landscape and vibrant culture of both cities, their exhibition showcases experimental and abstract sound, video and animation
Date: 2 September – 24 October, Mon-Sat 8pm – 11pm
Venue: Northbank Flinders Walk, Melbourne VIC 3000
Admission: Free
Website: melbourne.vic.gov.au
Royal Melbourne Show 2013
The annual Melbourne Show is finally back! Enjoy the fun with your family and friends! Favourite pastimes include the animal farm, lumberjack competitions, art exhibition, motorbike shows and cooking demonstrations.
Date: 21 September – 2 October, 9.30am – 9.30pm
Venue: Melbourne Showground
Admission: Various, check website for more details
Website: royalshow.com.au
Hanami Cherry Blossom Festival
‘Hanami’ is a Japanese tradition of flower viewing and appreciating the beauty of cherry blossoms. An event suitable for all ages, there will be a Japanese flower arranging demo, traditional tea ceremony and other fun activities to enjoy. Let’s welcome the coming of spring under the beautiful blossom trees!
Date: 22 Sep, 10am-4pm
Venue: National Rhododendron Gardens, The Art Vault, Deakin Ave, Mildura VIC 3500
Admission: Free
Website: parkweb.vic.gov.au
