Victorian Multicultural Festival

Victorian Multicultural Festival 2026

Proudly presented by the Victorian Multicultural Commission, Cultural Diversity Week is one of Australia’s largest multicultural celebrations, featuring a diverse and dynamic program of statewide events, performances and activities. This year’s theme, Culture connects us all signifies how intercultural exchange, in many forms, unites communities and residents in Victoria.

Over the weekend of 27 - 29 March, Grazeland will transform into a vibrant cultural hub to stage the Victorian Multicultural Festival, the perfect place to savour cuisines from around the world and enjoy a stellar program of world-class performances, showcasing the rich traditions and talents of cultural groups from across the globe.

As one of Melbourne’s largest food precincts, Grazeland brings authentic cultural flavours to life with a feast of international cuisines from over 50 vendors.

$4 entry fee for 12+ years. No bookings required.

Victorian Multicultural Festival 2025

Victoria’s largest annual celebration of culture and community — Cultural Diversity Week — culminated in the inaugural Victorian Multicultural Festival, hosted at Grazeland, Spotswood, 21–23 March.

The theme, Embrace the Journey, Shape our Future, acknowledged the rich heritage of Victoria’s diverse communities and inspired individuals to play a role in shaping a more inclusive future.

Over three days, Grazeland transformed into a vibrant cultural hub, where visitors savoured cuisines from around the world and enjoyed Grazeland’s biggest entertainment lineup ever. Festival-goers were treated to a stellar program of world-class performances, showcasing the rich traditions and talents of cultural groups from across the globe. Headline acts, including Siesta Cartel, Sorbo Amplio, 155cm, and Firefly, took to the stage from Friday evening through to Sunday. Festival goers also engaged in interactive cultural workshops and demonstrations, learning new skills and traditions. Attendees embraced the spirit of the festival by wearing their best cultural dress, filling Grazeland with colour, pride and unity.

The Victorian Multicultural Festival is more than just an event—it is a powerful celebration of cultural diversity, fostering connections and honouring the traditions that shape Victoria’s communities.