Travel the globe through the Melton Night Markets

Published on 23 January 2025

Celebrate our City’s diversity with flavours, rhythms and traditions inspired by Asia, Europe and Oceania at Melton’s Night Market events.

Melton Town Centre Amphitheatre will come alive on the first Friday in February, March and April with night markets featuring live music, traditional performances, market stalls and mouthwatering cuisines from around the globe.

Whether you’re sampling new flavours, dancing to world rhythms, or simply soaking up the festive atmosphere, there’ll be something for everyone to enjoy.

The Asian Market will kick-off the events on Friday 7 February featuring a range of spectacular performances including Chinese Lion dancing, Japanese drumming, and Bollywood beats.

Feast on a range of delicious food including Asian street food, Chinese dumplings, Sri-Lankan Kottu, Vietnamese Banh Mi, Indian curries and more!

European charm will transform the town centre on Friday 7 March with everything from Moulin Rouge shows to Oompah music, as well as a range of delectable European fare on offer.

An Oceania theme will cap off the night markets on Friday 4 April with Polynesian dancing including the Haka and Hula, and more amazing cuisines to try.

Each market will run from 5pm to 9pm. For information, visit melton.vic.gov.au/night-markets.

This event is supported by the Suburban Revitalisation Board and the Victorian Government.

Quotes attributable to City of Melton Mayor Cr Steve Abboushi:

“The Melton Night Markets are a fantastic way to celebrate cultural diversity in the City of Melton and to come together as a community to learn more about each other.”

“Immersing ourselves in other cultures and traditions is the best way to learn and build respect for one another.”

“Mark your calendars and join us in celebrating the shared joy of diversity through food, music, and culture.”