Live and Local Event Series 2021:
Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 March
Live and Local at the Foreshore
2–8pm, Long Island Drive and McComb's Reserve, Frankston
Ignite your taste buds as you enjoy food from our vendors or if twists and turns are more your style visit the family rides and amusements across the creek. There will plenty of live music with our stage activated right through the event with Bo’ness, Riley Catherall and Greta Ziller.
Live and Local at Wells Street
11.30am–8pm, Wells Street, Frankston
Relax and unwind with chilled music and entertainment as our performers take to the streets, including Sherry Lee and Velvet Bloom.
Live and Local at Seaford
10am–8pm, Broughton Reserve, Seaford
Our stage will be host to some special Storytimes with Frankston City Libraries’ favourites you know and love. Grab your physically distanced spot on the lawn for a front row seat to all of the stage performances including Laki Vallej and Frankston City's own The Lorenz Band Duo. Visit the Seaford Library or one of the many food vendors onsite.
Live and Local at Youth Central
10am–8pm, Playne Street, Frankston
Showcasing some amazing performers from the FReeZA program and beyond. Don’t miss Ed Moon and Matilda Pearl Saturday and Sunday evening respectively, as they perform their best tracks. Tap into your artistic side and check out our Youth Street Art Workshop, run by a local professional street artist. If gaming is more your style come and chill at Youth Services’ The What Bus.
Graze Frankston City’s best food experiences
Frankston City’s first festival of food will have you grazing the City’s best food and drink packages and experiences from over 30 venues in March and April. From chef specials and gin flights to 2 and 3 course meals and delicious bubble teas there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Head to @discoverfrankston on Facebook and Instagram to share your grazing journey using #grazefrankstoncity and you could WIN local food vouchers.
Stay tuned to @grazefrankstoncity on Facebook for updates as we launch the menu and share more opportunities for you to win.
Party in the Park
Sunday 11 April, 10am–2pm, Cruden Farm, Langwarrin, bookings essential
We have an amazing line-up of children’s activities and market stalls, an animal farm and tractor rides and more. Meet Melbourne comedian, Claire Hooper, for Storytime at 10.30am. Claire will read her new book, Princess Benjamina Has a Very Cheeky Bum! 'Farms' is the theme of our event this year, so come dressed in your farm-inspired outfits for your chance to win some great prizes.
Due to current COVID restrictions, we are required to cap our numbers for the event; as a result, for the first time in 2021 we will require you to book in to attend.
Bookings will open on: Wednesday 7 April.
The Big Picture Fest
Friday 19–Sunday 21 March
The Big Picture Fest is coming back to Frankston City, bringing together 10 diverse and talented large scale mural artists from around Australia. This all Australian line-up are set to
transform various walls around Frankston city to contribute to its ever evolving arts and cultural edge. Be prepared to witness masterpieces being created right before your eyes
and to soak up the creative energy around the city!
Grab a local feed for Harmony Week
Monday 15–Sunday 21 March
To celebrate Harmony Week, we are asking you to pick a restaurant or café from the wide range of cuisines on offer in Frankston City and buy a meal there between 15–21 March. Share the meal on socials for a chance to WIN one of five $100 vouchers to the local eatery of your choice!
Meet the Mayor and CEO
Meet our Mayor, Cr Kris Bolam JP and CEO Phil Cantillon to discuss an idea or issue that is important to you and your local community.
What's Hot in Seaford this Autumn
Yoga in the Park
Upcoming locations: Keast Park,
Seaford, Saturday 20 March, 9am,
Sandfield Reserve, Carrum
Downs, Saturday 20 March, 5pm,
Southgateway Reserve, Langwarrin, Sunday 21 March, 9am,
George Pentland Gardens,
Frankston, Sunday 21 March, 5pm
Brought to you by Frankston City
Council, you can join any of these
four FREE Yoga in the Park
sessions with Calm Heart Yoga
instructor. The ongoing Yoga in the
Park series runs until Sunday
28 March.
Ventana 2021: Reimagined
Ventana Música:
Afro-Latin American Jazz Concert
Wednesday 24 March, 7.30pm, Frankston Arts Centre, Davey Street, Frankston, tickets: $27–$45
PAN-AMERICAN HIGHWAY by Danilo Rojas & the Afro Andean Latin American Jazz Ensemble.
Danilo Rojas is a unique international Bolivian blend pianist and composer. With the finest Melbourne-based jazz performers specialising in music tradition, he presents a contemporary journey through the most significant traditional rhythms and melodies from the Afro-Andean Latin American music in union of jazz and improvisation.
Pet rego due 10 April
If your details have changed or your pet has passed away please phone: 1300 322 322 to update your details. Lost your lifetime tag? We'll replace it for FREE.
Detox Your Home
Sunday 14 March, 8am–3pm, Skye, FREE, registration essential
Do you want to dispose of household chemicals in a way that is safe for your family and the environment? This Sustainability Victoria event is a FREE drop-off service which allows you to dispose of common household chemicals so they can be diverted from landfill. Register now for the address and instructions for dropping your chemicals off on the day. For more information visit the Council website.
Upgraded Jubilee Park Stadium a winner for the whole community
Councillors recently voted to give the green light to the Jubilee Park Stadium redevelopment with the approval of a Town Planning Permit, enabling the almost $35 million project to commence work later this year with construction due to be completed in late 2023.
Last chance to win one of 25 BBQ packs!
To help you celebrate Neighbour Day 2021, Council is giving away BBQ packs worth $100 to 25 lucky residents, and the chance to win one of five novelty street signs. Knowing your neighbours and the broader community has never been more important. Neighbour Day is Australia's celebration of community, encouraging meaningful connection with those around us.
Entries close: Wednesday 17 March
Have Your Say: Healthy food in Frankston City
The Community Plate, in partnership with Peninsula Health and Monash University, wants to know how they can support more locals to connect with fresh, healthy food. The survey takes around five minutes and you go in the draw to WIN a $100 hamper of local produce. Survey closes: Tuesday 16 March.
Meals on Wheels volunteers needed
Our Meals on Wheels program is a vital service that provides nourishing meals five days a week.
If you would like to help us prepare or deliver meals, we'd love to hear from you!
Please contact Amanda Smith: 9768 1624 or 0439 427 500
Bohorama moves into Ballam Park
A trip to the park is now even sweeter, with Bohorama mobile coffee shop serving up tasty treats from its new home at the main park entrance on Cranbourne Road. Bohorama moved in five weeks ago and owner, Tristan Stass, said locals were loving the coffee and snacks made from locally sourced produce.
Have your say: Hall Road and Westernport Highway upgrades
Did you know that Hall Road has an average of 17,000 vehicles drive through every day? Upcoming works to Hall Road are about enhancing the safety and useability of the road, and the liveability of neighbouring communities. To view the design and provide your feedback, visit the Engage Victoria website before Sunday 28 March 2021.
Indigenous Nursery Open Day
Saturday 27 March, 9am–1pm, 32R McMannis Way, Seaford, FREE, registration essential
Fun for all the family with special guest ecologist Luis Mata talking about the importance of insects in our urban environment and how we can attract them to our gardens. The Lions Club will be cooking up a FREE BBQ, plant sales and giveaways, nursery tours and propagation workshop, pollinator count and plenty of activities for the kids.
Planned fox control
Bunarong Park, Frankston and Paratea Reserve, Frankston South will be closed to the public between Monday 15–Monday 29 March for fox control programs.
Karingal Hub expansion set to impress
Work on the $160 million Karingal Hub expansion has ramped up, with the enhanced shopping centre due to open later this year.
Experiments and activities for the kids these holidays
Book now for holiday entertainment at our libraries and online, bookings essential
The Autumn school holidays are fast approaching! Start planning some holiday fun and join us for crafts, movies, science experiments and more. We have a mix of in-person activities and online events, appealing to ages 3–12 years. Bookings are now open.
Please note: If COVID restrictions change and we can no longer run in-person events, we will conduct the event via Zoom. You will receive an email from the Frankston City Libraries team via Eventbrite if that happens.
Salute to the ANZACS: More Great Songs of the War Years
Friday 9 April, 10.30am and 1.30pm, tickets: $19–$21
Experience a production dedicated to those brave men and women who gave of their lives in service of our country, Salute to the Anzacs: More Great Songs of the War Years will feature many hit songs, stories and laughter that came from World War I, World War
II and The Vietnam War, all in front of a backdrop of incredible images on the big screen.
Please note, any images that do not include a face mask pre-date the Victorian Government mandate effective Thursday 23 July. Certain images were also taken prior to social distancing protocol. Council urges all residents to stay 1.5 metres apart and wear a face mask when not able to socially distance.
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