What's on across Melbourne's eastern suburbs in June
Keen to get out of the house, but not sure what to check out? Events coming up include stand-up sets, a classic circus in town and an antiques fair.
Matthew Sims
May 27, 2025
Bored of the same old routines of cuddling up under a blanket? Here’s a list of some of the best events across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs in June to keep warm or embrace the colder weather.
Rotary Club of Rowville-Lysterfield’s Makers and Bakers Market
Escape the chilly weather and check out handcrafted bric-a-brac, gifts, yummy treats and freshly baked goods at the Rotary Club of Rowville-Lysterfield’s newest market.
When: Sunday June 1, 8am to 2pm
Where: Rowville Community Centre, 40 Fulham Road, Rowville
Cost: Gold coin donation
Circus Royale, Ferntree Gully
From wire walkers to acrobats and the motorbike “Globe of Death”, there are plenty of exhilarating displays of skill and flair for people of all ages.
When: Sunday June 1 and Wednesday June 4, and Friday June 6 to Monday June 9, multiple times
Where: Ferntree Gully Hotel, 1130 Burwood Highway, Ferntree Gully
Cost: $35 for grandstand seating
Central Ringwood Community Centre’s Biggest Morning Tea
One in two Australians are diagnosed with cancer before the age of 85, and the Central Ringwood Community Centre is doing its bit to contribute to Cancer Council fundraising.
When: Tuesday June 3, 10.30am to 11.30am
Where: Central Ringwood Community Centre, Bedford Park, Rosewarne Lane, Ringwood
Cost: Gold coin donation and bring a plate to share
Melbourne Comedy Showcase, Bayswater
Australian comedy veteran Dave O'Neil will join up-and-comers Billy Stiles and Sonia Di Iorio on the stage at the Knox Community Arts Centre.
When: Thursday June 12, 7.30pm to 8.40pm
Where: Knox Community Arts Centre, corner of Scoresby Road and Mountain Highway, Bayswater
Cost: $35
Radiant, Rowville
A free pop-up arts experience, Radiant will feature light-based artworks by local and national artists including Chalk River Labs, Wendy Yu, Yandell Walton and the indirect Object.
Set up in the gardens of the Stamford Park Homestead, with food and drink available.
When: Saturday June 14 and Sunday June 15, 6pm to 10pm
Where: Stamford Park Homestead
Cost: Free
Art Beyond Waste exhibition, Boronia
From Wednesday June 4 to Wednesday July 16 at Miller’s Homestead, the Art Beyond Waste exhibition showcases the creativity of Knox artists, makers, repairers, crafters and waste-conscious individuals who have transformed unwanted materials into artworks.
Sharing messages on how to creatively re-use household waste, the pieces are made from metal scraps, upcycled fabric, clothing, books, picture frames, found plastics and more.
When: Launching on Friday June 13, 5.30pm to 7.30pm, then running until Wednesday July 16
Where: Miller's Homestead, corner of Melrose Court and Dorrigo Drive, Boronia
Cost: Free
ABC Radio Melbourne’s Friday Revue
774 ABC Radio Melbourne presenters Jacinta Parsons and Brian Nankervis are broadcasting live from Monash University’s Clayton campus.
Guests include singer-songwriter Richard Clapton, vocalist Emma Donovan, jazz musician Paul Grabowsky, folk band The Bushwackers and children’s author Alison Lester.
When: Friday June 20, 12.30pm to 3pm
Where: Robert Blackwood Hall at Monash University's Clayton campus, 49 Scenic Boulevard, Clayton
Cost: $29
Lilydale Antiques and Collectibles Fair
Entry proceeds from Lilydale Antiques and Collectibles Fair will be donated to Coldstream Animal Aid.
When: Saturday June 14, 9.30am to 3pm
Where: St Patrick’s Community Centre, Jones Street, Lilydale
Cost: $5 entry, children under 16 free