Events

Join the festivities on the Mornington Peninsula. Celebrate the visual arts from regional galleries to community festivals and local artists studios. Experience fresh produce, incredible environments, live entertainment or get a feel for the community. There’s always more happening than we can bring to your attention but this section is a selection of some of the events the LTP editorial team will experience throughout the year.

South Side Festival 2024

Frankston’s very own contemporary arts and culture extravaganza, South Side Festival, will be back from 10-19 May 2024.

Hawkes Farm Easter Weekend Open Days

Come along to our Meet the makers market, corn picking tractor rides, live music, St Andrews Beach Brewery beer, fresh corn, cheese platters, strawberries & cream, farm-made chocolate mousse, fruit salad, Vulcano Gelato, smoothies, hot chips, coleslaw, crepes and croque monsieurs – plus all the usual Farm Market goodies!

Joseph Tawadros

We are excited to be swept away by the mesmerising sounds of Joseph Tawadros - Friday 15 March, 2024 at Peninsula Hot Springs - a true maestro of the Oud. This eight-time ARIA Award winner is a virtuoso and a musical innovator known for his captivating performances and soul-stirring compositions.

Peninsula Short Film Festival 2024

The popular outdoor short film festival runs at the Village Green in Rosebud from 5pm. Come and see up to 20 short films all judged live by a panel of celebrity judges. Bring a rug, your mates and see if you can pick the winner! Food trucks, wine, beer, live music and MORE. Please note films are unclassified and some are suitable for 15+