What's on across Melbourne's eastern suburbs in March
Events include a motorcycle ride for mental health, Melbourne’s most iconic festival and a Scottish cultural celebration.
Matthew Sims
March 02, 2026
Here’s a list of some of the best events across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs in March.
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Moomba Festival
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Launched in 1955, the Moomba Festival has become Melbourne’s most iconic celebration, with the Birdman Rally – where wannabe engineers test out their handmade gliders and human-powered aircraft to fly over the Yarra River – one of the main highlights.
Other key events include the parade, rides, a waterskiing competition and live music and arts performances.
When: Thursday March 5 to Monday March 9
Where: Birrarung Marr and Alexandra Gardens, Melbourne
Cost: Free entry
Bar and Burlesque – Freaky Friday
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Local burlesque performer Peach Flambé will join three other performers throughout the night.
When: Friday March 13, 7-11pm
Where: Curious Events Co, Unit 26/200 Canterbury Road, Bayswater North
Cost: $35
Black Dog Ride
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Launched in 2009, the Black Dog Ride brings together motorcycle riders from across the country riding together to raise awareness, break down stigma and raise funds for suicide prevention.
The local event will see riders drive through Melbourne’s north-eastern region, including Yarra Glen, Yea, Molesworth, Buxton and Healesville.
When: Sunday March 15, registration open from 8am
Where: The CriBB Cafe, 222 Main Street, Lilydale
Cost: $36
Sustainability Fair 2026
Central Ringwood Community’s Centre annual Sustainability Fair will include stalls from local makers and growers and hands-on workshops on practical ways to live more sustainably.
When: Sunday March 15, 10am-2pm
Where: Central Ringwood Community Centre, Bedford Park, 2 Rosewarne Lane, Ringwood
Cost: Free
Tesselaar KaBloom Festival
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As part of the KaBloom Festival celebrations, you can jump on a tractor ride around the Tesselaar Flower Farm or simply stroll along the large fields of multicoloured flowers.
Other attractions include regular performances from Circus Oz and kids events.
When: Every day from Saturday March 21 to Sunday April 19, 10am-5pm
Where: Tesselaar Flower Farm, 357 Monbulk Road, Silvan
Cost: $36
Melbourne Highland Games and Celtic Festival
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You can see the best local pipers battle it out in the Victorian Highland Pipe Band Championships or, for an exhibition of pure brawn, check out the Highland Games – which includes events such as the Caber Toss, the Hammer Throw and the Stone Put.
Other attractions include folk music performers, dancing displays and a traditional Scottish clan roll call.
When: Sunday March 29, 9am-5pm
Where: Eastfield Park, 119 Eastfield Road, Croydon
Cost: $25
Pets in the Park
Free entertainment and activities include displays, demonstrations, kids activities, on-stage entertainment, a Pet Parade, Best Trick competition and food trucks.
When: Sunday March 29, 10am-4pm
Where: Knox Park, corner of Bunjil Way and Ferntree Gully Road, Knoxfield
Cost: Free
Asian Food & Culture Festival
Enjoy authentic Asian street food, live cultural performances and music, dance and fashion showcases throughout the day.
When: Sunday, March 29, 9am-7pm
Where: Box Hill Town Centre
Cost: Free, registration required