The event this year will be held from 10:00am – 4:00pm on Sunday 23rd November. The food and general stalls and entertainment area will be located in Elizabeth Bridge Reserve on Durham Road, Kilsyth, with other special features in the Bridge House and gardens.

No, admission to the Festival is free.

There is something for everyone, and plenty to entertain and engage children and families. As well as the drumming and ukelele workshops, there will be pony rides, face painting, a range of sports activities for girls and boys, and a host of crafts sessions to enjoy.

Yes.

Public parking is available along Durham Road and neighbouring side streets, the Hansen Park carpark at the rear of Japara (access from via Tower Street via Tamworth Road), as well as 150 Cambridge Road (the former Yarra Hills/Pembroke High School – a short walk through the Reserve to the Festival).

A drop-off parking zone for vehicles displaying an accessible parking permit is located at the main entrance to the Reserve next to Bridge House. As space is limited, this is only for dropping off.

Stallholders have access to reserved parking for their vehicles.

Bus Routes:

• Route 690 - Croydon Station to Boronia Station stops at the intersection of Mt Dandenong and Liverpool Roads (Kilsyth Primary School), a short walk from the Festival on Durham Road; Check Sunday timetable.

• PTV Metropolitan Route 689 – Croydon Station to Montrose, travels along Durham Road and stops at Elizabeth Bridge Reserve; check Sunday timetable (diversions in place).

• Route 688 – Croydon Station to Montrose stops at the intersection of Mt Dandenong and Liverpool Roads (Kilsyth Primary School), a short walk from the Festival on Durham Road; check Sunday timetable.

Yes, a baby changing room can be accessed in Bridge House. A chill out space is also available in the House.

Toilet facilities are available in Bridge Reserve and Bridge House.

The main Festival site is on gently undulating grassed area and bitumen sections, all connected by sealed paths. This location, and Bridge House, is generally wheelchair accessible.

Festival officials will be readily identifiable in high vis vests and only too willing to assist with any queries. Directional signage will be displayed. A qualified First Aid service will be present throughout the course of the day.

Most individual stallholders and operators will have payment options available, although it may be prudent to bring cash for any non-cash attractions.

As a community event, all assistance is greatly appreciated. If you would like to lend a hand, please contact us on our website, Facebook, Instagram or send an email to kilsythfestival@gmail.com.