April 2024 - Events - What's On

Roll up, Roll up! KaBloom is back in 2024 and it is going to be more colourful and sensational than ever. March 23 – April 21 our fields will be bursting with blooms in all the colours of the rainbow. Amid all the glorious petals, we have the most fantastical troupe of flower sprites from internationally renowned CIRCUS OZ.

Visit KaBloom in the gorgeous Dandenong Ranges to enjoy a most extraordinary day out. Our fields are filled with millions of colourful blooms and we are open every day (including all public holidays). Perfect school holiday activity and pets are welcome.

The Gully Market is a long established market that runs every Saturday and Sunday in the carpark of the Upper Ferntree Gully Train Station. Drop in on the way up (or the way down) the mountain and stretch your legs as the Gully Market has lots of craft stalls, fresh fruit and vegetables, plants and home made goods.

Every week day there’s so much happening; meet animals up close, take part in treasure hunts, enjoy a pony ride, watch the stilt walkers or play mini golf. The fun activities and games change every week day, so make sure you check the daily activities and times below. All the activities are free of charge and for children between 5 and 12 years old only for safety reasons.

Registration is required for our events so we can ensure we have enough supplies. Please note that there are no scheduled activities over the weekend. You can dine in at the SkyHigh bistro or maze cafe while your kids can enjoy the awesome fun on top of the mountain, or grab a bite to eat or coffee and cake at our kiosk. Plus the SkyHigh Maze is open every day (weather permitting). Entry fees apply for the maze.

The Cockatoo Country Market is your local artisan market held in Cockatoo in the beautiful Dandenong Ranges. Where possible stall holders offer locally grown and made products.

This fun family event includes:

Live insects, spiders, frogs and reptiles • Butterflies - step inside the butterfly house for a magical experience • Interactive displays to learn about waterbugs, worms and platypus • Bugs, bugs, bugs - Learn about bugs and see how many you can find • Nature play activities & environmental education

Monbulk Produce Market at top of main street brings fresh seasonal produce, home baked good and wares to our local town where the community. Make it, Bake it, Grow it. Meet the producers and everyone benefits.

Markets can be seasonal or cancelled due to weather so please check the links for market updates to avoid disappointment.

Now in it’s 21st year, the iconic Dandenong Ranges Open Studios provides you a unique opportunity to glimpse into the artist’s inner sanctum. Nestled amidst the stunning Dandenong Ranges in full autumnal bloom, 44 studios will open their doors to share their wealth of creative talent over TWO weekends in April 2024. Purchase one-of-a-kind artworks direct from the creators while you take your time to explore picturesque landscapes and quaint mountainside villages, in this must-see cultural event.

Open Studios Exhibition: Burrinja Gallery, 351 Glenfern Rd, UPWEY

15 March to 28 April: Wed – Sun | 10 am to 4 pm and 10 am to 5 pm Open Studios Weekends

A place to find all things grown and made with love. Discover original and bespoke design pieces alongside some of the yummiest and freshest produce the area has to offer with live music courtesy of our very talented onsite buskers, bouncy castle and face painting for the kids, this is a market for the whole family to enjoy!

Situated at the base of the mountain on the way to Lilydale the Montrose Market has a variety of craft and fresh produce stalls. Drop in on the way out to the Yarra Valley.

Now in it’s 21st year, the iconic Dandenong Ranges Open Studios provides you a unique opportunity to glimpse into the artist’s inner sanctum. Nestled amidst the stunning Dandenong Ranges in full autumnal bloom, 44 studios will open their doors to share their wealth of creative talent over TWO weekends in April 2024. Purchase one-of-a-kind artworks direct from the creators while you take your time to explore picturesque landscapes and quaint mountainside villages, in this must-see cultural event.

Open Studios Exhibition: Burrinja Gallery, 351 Glenfern Rd, UPWEY

15 March to 28 April: Wed – Sun | 10 am to 4 pm and 10 am to 5 pm Open Studios Weekends

A vibrant and colourful market featuring locally made products and home grown produce right in the centre of town. Visitors can expect a variety of goods including preserves, cakes, hot food stalls, local specialties, vegetables and plants, jewellery, clothing, food, lifestyle products and massage. Don’t forget to bring along your own bags.

Markets can be seasonal or cancelled due to weather so please check the links for market updates to avoid disappointment.

Promoting sustainable living, many of the 90+ stall holders are artisans and craftspeople who have created unique items from recycled materials. Purchase home grown produce including some wonderful gourmet foods. We have a 'garage sale site' and if occupied on the day you visit, who knows what bargain you may find! A jumping castle, farm animals or similar activities for young children are on site at most markets.