What's on across Melbourne's eastern suburbs in November
Events include a haven for vintage car lovers and a chance to pick your own cherries.
Matthew Sims
October 27, 2025
Here’s a list of some of the best events across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs in November. Did we miss anything? Let us know by reaching out to [email protected]
Maroondah Festival
Croydon’s premiere event for the year is almost here, featuring market stalls from local producers, artists and business owners.
Other attractions include rides – an “unlimited” rides wristband is available for $49.95 – circus skills workshops, live music, performances and presentations.
When: Sunday November 9, 10am to 4pm
Where: Town Park, Mount Dandenong Road, Croydon
Cost: Free
Melbourne Datsun Day
In the 1970s, the old advertising slogan for the Datsun “Do it in a Datsun”, pointing to its impressive performance on the racetrack.
Now, Datsuns left on the road have become valuable collector’s items, with one model chasing more than a million dollars at auction in 2020.
Head to the Melbourne Steam Traction Engine Club on Sunday November 16 to take a look at the vintage cars, alongside Nissan, Prince and Infiniti models, with all proceeds going to multiple sclerosis research.
A Datsun 240Z. Photo Credit: Cars Down Under/Flickr
When: Sunday November 16, 10am to 2pm
Where: Melbourne Steam Traction Engine Club, 1200 Ferntree Gully Road, Scoresby
Cost: Gold coin donation entry or $10 per display car
Cherry Picking at Cherry Hill Orchards
As the old proverb goes, “the fruit you pick often tastes the sweetest”. Cherry Hill Orchards will open up its gardens to the public this month to come grab cherries for two hours and munch away while you work.
When: Every day from November 7 to December 24 in Coldstream and every day from November 24 to January 4, except for Christmas, in Wandin
Where: 474 Queens Road, Wandin East and 739 Maroondah Highway, Coldstream
Cost: $25 for adults, $15 for children aged four to 13 on weekends and $22.50 for adults and $13 for children on weekdays
North Ringwood Community House 50th anniversary
The North Ringwood Community House (NRCH) community will be celebrating its 50th anniversary with an open day. Visitors can explore historical displays, join in on hands-on activities and enjoy a free sausage sizzle and catering.
“It’s about honouring the countless cups of tea shared, classes held, and smiles exchanged,” said NRCH chief executive Helen Ferguson.
The donated weatherboard home which became the first North Ringwood Community House at 120 Oban Road, gifted by the Milne family in 1977. Photo: Supplied
When: Sunday November 16, 10am to 2pm
Where: 35-39 Tortice Drive, Ringwood North
Cost: Free
Kitty Flanagan - Gladgame
Regularly featuring on Have You Been Paying Attention? and with her own hit show, Fisk, Flanagan is bringing her stand-up show to audiences in the Hills.
Jump on tickets quickly as they will sell out fast.
When: Thursday November 20, 8pm and Sunday November 30, 5pm
Where: Burrinja Cultural Centre, 351 Glenfern Road, Upwey
Cost: $74.90
Kilsyth Festival
The Kilsyth Festival aims to showcase ways locals can improve their home environment via market stalls and workshops from local businesses and community groups.
Other activities include live music, food and entertainment, such as West African drumming, a magic show and aerial performances.
When: Sunday November 23, 10am to 4pm
Where: Elizabeth Bridge Reserve, Durham Road, Kilsyth
Cost: Free
Arj Barker - The Mind Field
Known for his work on HBO’s Flight of the Conchords and a regular face across Australia’s stand-up scene, Barker is bringing his American honesty to the stage at Shoppingtown Hotel late in the month.
When: Friday November 28, 7.30pm
Where: Shoppingtown Hotel, 19 Williamsons Road, Doncaster
Cost: $59.20