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EVENTS
IN HOBSONS BAY
DECEMBER 2019 TO
FEBRUARY 2020
EVENTS IN HOBSONS BAY - DECEMBER 2019 TO FEBRUARY 2020 - Hobsons ...
DECEMBER
RESTO MY RIDE
Presented by Resto’s and Rod’s Garage
Sunday 1 December, 10am
Seaworks, 82 Nelson Place, Williamstown
Resto My Ride is an event for lovers of car restorations, hot rods,
muscle cars, classics, custom made rides. restomyride.com

LITTLE KIDS’ DAY IN: DINO DAY
Monday 2 December, 10am to 2pm
Scienceworks, 2 Booker Street, Spotswood
Get ready to roar like you never have before at Little Kids’ Day In.
Learn about the dinosaurs that once roamed Victoria with a range of play-
based activities perfect for kids 5 and under, their parents and carers.
museumsvictoria.com.au/scienceworks

MUSICAL MOMENTS
Presented by Woods Street Arts Space
6 and 18 December
Lohse Street Reserve, Lohse Street, Laverton
Enjoy free live music performances at Lohse Street Reserve in Laverton
(close to Laverton Train Station and Woods Street Arts Space).
Friday 6 December, 6pm to 7pm – Cook Island Drummers and Dance Troupe
Wednesday 18 December, 5.30pm to 6pm – Crashendo!
www.facebook.com/woodsstreetarts

PIECES
6 to 13 December
The Substation, 1 Market Street, Newport
Pieces showcases bold new contemporary dance works by the next
generation of Melbourne’s independent choreographers featuring artists Sarah
Aiken, Siobhan McKenna and Geoffrey Watson. thesubstation.org.au

PLANETARIUM NIGHTS
Every Friday night throughout Summer
Scienceworks, 2 Booker Street, Spotswood
Enjoy films after dark under the dome. Sessions run at 7.30pm and 9pm,
with changing offerings every month, from science exploration to
psychedelic art films. Check website for dates and details.
museumsvictoria.com.au/scienceworks

LEARNING CURVE EXHIBITION                                Free
Presented by Hobsons Bay Arts Society
Launch: Friday 6 December, 6pm
Exhibition: 7 to 19 December
Joel Gallery, Louis Joel Arts and Community Centre, 5 Sargood Street, Altona
Learning Curve is a collection of artworks created by artists who have
participated in HBAS art classes and celebrates the joy of creativity
and learning. hobsonsbayartssociety.org.au
AIR PLAYGROUND EXHIBITION LAUNCH
Saturday 14 December
Scienceworks, 2 Booker Street, Spotswood
Experience a fun-filled exploration of our most precious resource –
air – at Scienceworks’ Air. Join us for the launch of the exhibition on the
14 December, with a day of activities, fun and food.
museumsvictoria.com.au/scienceworks
                                                       Free
QUILTING DIVAS EXHIBITION
21 December to 2 January
Joel Gallery, Louis Joel Arts and Community Centre, 5 Sargood Street, Altona
An exhibition of quilting and patchwork by Seabreeze Quilters.
Check website for opening times. ljac.com.au

2020 NEW YEAR’S EVE AT SEAWORKS
Tuesday 31 December, 6pm til late
Seaworks, 82 Nelson Place, Williamstown
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Seaworks. With spectacular views and live music,
it’s sure to be a great night out for the whole family. Ticketed event.
facebook.com/NYE2020williamstown

JANUARY
                                        Free
SUMMER SOUNDS
Jazzy Sessions at The Rotunda in Williamstown
Saturdays in January, 2pm to 5pm
Commonwealth Reserve, Nelson Place, Williamstown
Enjoy free live jazz, chill, lounge music at the scenic waterfront Williamstown
with family and friends:
4 January: Ultra Fox
11 January: Mon Shelford and The Belmar Houseband
18 January: Pearly Shells Hot 5
25 January: Nicky Bomba Trio
www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/celebratesummer

STORYTIME IN THE PARK                           Free
TEDDY BEAR’S PICNIC
15 and 23 January, 10.30am to 11am
Various locations
Celebrate summer with your little one at Storytime in the Park.
Bring a picnic rug and your Teddy Bear to enjoy a Teddy Bear’s Picnic
with stories, songs and craft.
Wednesday 15 January: Williamstown Botanic Gardens
Thursday 23 January: AB Shaw Reserve, Altona Meadows
libraries.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
Free
BAY CYCLING CLASSIC
Sunday 5 January
Various locations in Williamstown
Start the year with the excitement of professional cycling in Williamstown.
baycyclingclassic.com.au

LOUIS JOEL CREATIVE
SUMMER SCHOOL 2020
3 to 16 January
Joel Gallery, Louis Joel Arts and Community Centre, 5 Sargood Street, Altona
Workshops for the creative mind and spirit. Photography, paper marbling,
fabric dyeing, multimedia art workshops and many more.
Check website for full program. ljac.com.au

MOVIES BY THE BAY                      Free
Friday 10, 17, 24, 31 January
Various locations
Enjoy free outdoor screenings of family-friendly films. Bring your own picnic,
chairs, popcorn or get something from one of the fabulous local eateries.
Remember to get there early to get a good spot. Everyone welcome.
Movie starts when it gets dark (approx. 8:45pm).
Friday 10 January: Abominable (G)
Logan Reserve, Altona
Friday 17 January: The Secret Life of Pets 2 (PG)
A B Shaw Reserve, Altona Meadows
Friday 24 January: Spider-Man: Far From Home (PG)
Logan Reserve, Altona
Friday 31 January: Yesterday (M)
Commonwealth Reserve, Williamstown
www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/celebratesummer

ARTS IN THE WEST                     Free
Launch: Friday 17 January, 7pm
Exhibition: 18 to 30 January
Joel Gallery, Louis Joel Arts and Community Centre, 5 Sargood Street, Altona
An exhibition showcasing works inspired by the landscape and attractions of
Melbourne’s west. ljac.com.au

BOB MARLEY DAY
Saturday 18 January, 11am to 9pm
Seaworks, 82 Nelson Place, Williamstown
Enjoy a family day out for Bob Marley Day celebrating the iconic musician.
seaworks.com.au

NATIONAL JOCKEY’S TRUST
T20 CRICKET MATCH
Monday 20 January, 12pm
Williamstown Cricket Club, Morris St, Williamstown
Fundraising event and a family day out with sporting heroes and celebrations.
njt20cricket.com.au
FEDERATION VETERAN, VINTAGE &                                      Free
CLASSIC VEHICLE DISPLAY
Presented by Hobsons Bay Men’s Shed on Australia Day
Sunday 26 January, 10am to 2.30pm
Apex Park/Doug Grant Reserve, Queen Street, Altona
See a range of custom and vintage cars in a very special
Australia Day picnic. www.hobsonsnet.com

NEBULA                                                      Free
Presented in partnership with Arts Access Victoria,
as part of the Art in Public Places 2020 Program
30 and 31 January, 11am to 6pm
Weaver Reserve, corner Pier Street and The Esplanade, Altona
Nebula is Arts Access Victoria’s fully-accessible portable arts space and it will
host a diverse program of accessible creative workshops and residencies.
Check website for details.
www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/aipp2020

FEBRUARY
                                                  Free
LUNAR NEW YEAR
Saturday 1 February, 11am to 12.30pm
Altona Meadows Library and Learning Centre,
2 Newham Way, Altona Meadows
Celebrate one of the biggest festivals in many Asian cultures, Lunar New Year
as it shines on Hobsons Bay. Activities will include storytime, songs, dragon
puppet craft and light refreshments. All welcome to this family friendly event.
libraries.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au

SUMMER SOUNDS                                    Free
Saturdays in February, 2pm to 5pm
Various locations
Continue to celebrate summer with Summer Sounds in February. Bring a
picnic or plan to dine locally, enjoy the sun, fresh air and music with family
and friends. Check website for all the details.
1 February: DJ Nussy
Weaver Reserve, Pier Street, Altona
8 February: Bustamento featuring Nicky Bomba
Weaver Reserve, Pier Street, Altona
15 February: Summer Sounds In Your Neighbourhood featuring
The Beatlez (cover band)
Homestead Run Reserve, Seabrook
www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/celebratesummer
Free
A TASTE OF VIETNAM
Presented by Vietnamese Association of Hobsons Bay
Launch: Saturday 15 February, 2pm
Exhibition: 15 to 27 February
Joel Gallery, Louis Joel Arts and Community Centre,
5 Sargood Street, Altona
An exhibition exploring Vietnamese arts, culture, food, tradition and more.
ljac.com.au

VERNON STREET FESTIVAL
Sunday 23 February, 11am to 3pm
Vernon Street, South Kingsville
South Kingsville’s Vernon Street will come alive for a day of family fun.
Bring the whole family and enjoy entertainment, food, drinks, children’s
activities and much more! facebook.com/vernonstreet3015

LAVERTON FESTIVAL                          Free
Sunday 23 February, 11am to 4pm
Epsom Street Reserve, Laverton
Head down to Laverton’s Epsom Street and enjoy a fun-filled family
friendly event. There’ll be food, drinks, children’s entertainment,
market stalls, rides and more! facebook.com/LavertonFestival

STORYTIME IN THE PARK                           Free
DOGGY TALES
Thursday 27 February, 10.30am to 11am
Brooklyn Reserve, Cypress Avenue, Brooklyn
Celebrate summer at Storytime In The Park. Bring a picnic rug and enjoy
doggy tales, songs and craft. libraries.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au

LANDSCAPES REAL & IMAGINED,                                Free
CREATIVITY CLUSTER
As part of International Women’s Day
Launch: Friday 28 February, 7pm
Exhibition: 29 February to 12 March
Joel Gallery, Louis Joel Arts and Community Centre,
5 Sargood Street, Altona
Nine artists share various artworks and practices in this very special
International Women’s Day exhibition. ljac.com.au

 COMING SOON
 ROSÉ BY THE BAY                          EAT DRINK WESTSIDE
 feat. Jon Stevens                        March
 Sunday 1 March                           www.melbournefoodandwine.com.au
 www.rosebythebay.com.au

 CULTURAL DIVERSITY WEEK                  WILLIAMSTOWN SEAPORT
 March                                    FESTIVAL
 www.culturaldiversityweek.vic.gov.au     28 February - 6 March
As part of Midsumma Festival 2020
19 January to 9 February
Celebrate our LGBTIQA+ community with inclusive and diverse
events happening in Hobsons Bay for Midsumma. For more
information and full program visit www.midsumma.org.au

CREATING COMMUNITY Free                       MISS GAY & MISS
IN MELBOURNE’S WEST                           TRANSSEXUAL AUSTRALIA
19 January to 9 February                      INTERNATIONAL
Williamstown Library,                         Saturday 1 February
104 Ferguson Street, Williamstown             Williamstown Town Hall,
From Gay-Skate in Footscray to the            104 Ferguson Street, Williamstown
infamous Sunshine ‘Gay’ Girl article,         Miss Gay and Miss Transsexual
this exhibition tells the story of the        Australia International is the country’s
communities’ journey for recognition          biggest pageant for drag queens and
and understanding from the 1970s              transgender beauties. Tickets via
until today.                                  midsumma.org.au

MAD HATTER TEA PARTY Free                     LIVING OUT LOUD                 Free
Wednesday 22 January,                         Wednesday 5 February,
12pm to 3pm                                   6.30pm to 7.30pm
The Substation, 1 Market Street, Newport      Williamstown Library,
Celebrate sexual and gender diversity         104 Ferguson Street, Williamstown
at a mad hatter tea party for LGBTQIA+        Join Dr Graham Willett, active in gay
young people aged 12 to 25. There’ll          politics in Melbourne since 1979, as he
be live music, food, prizes and more.         shares his account of the remarkable
Bookings essential.                           journey of the Australian LGBTQIA+
                                              community. Bookings required via
RAINBOW FAMILY STORYTIME                      libraries.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
Friday 24 January,
2pm to 4pm                             Free   RAINBOW PRIDE IN ALTONA
Newport Community Hub,                        Saturday 8 February
13 Mason Street, Newport                      1pm to 3pm                          Free
Join drag performers Walter Melon and         Logan Reserve, Altona
Rex Spandex for a special Storytime           Celebrate Midsumma with all things
celebrating diverse families, identity, and   rainbow with family and friends in Altona.
embracing who you are. Bookings required
via libraries.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au

FRONTIER BY MATTO LUCAS                        Welcome to the delegates of
                                               the Better Together conference
Launch: Friday 31 January Free                 happening at the Williamstown Town
Exhibition: 1 to 13 February                   Hall on Friday 10 and Saturday
Louis Joel Arts and Community Centre,          11 January. For more information
5 Sargood Street, Altona                       about the conference visit
Frontier is an experimental video              www.theequalityproject.org.au
artwork about a queer body existing
in various new geographies. Matto
Lucas travelled through 13 different
countries, discovering the multitude
of landscapes while telling multiple
intersecting narratives.
Celebrate summer in our
Creative City with a wide range
of free events in Hobsons Bay.
Summer Sounds                     Altona Beach Events
Summer Sounds is a series         Enjoy the warm weather with
of free music concerts in         family, friends and the local
beautiful outdoor spaces          community with a number
in Hobsons Bay. Enjoy an          of free family-friendly events
afternoon of music right in       and activities happening
your own backyard. Bring a        around the Altona Beach
picnic, shop local and relax      precinct. For updates visit
with family and friends.          facebook.com/altonavillage.
                                  tradersassociation
Movies by the Bay
Enjoy free outdoor screenings     Midsumma Westside
of family-friendly films in       As part of the Midsumma
Hobsons Bay with Movies by        Festival celebrate our
the Bay. Bring a picnic, chairs   LGBTIQA+ community
and popcorn. Be sure to get       with inclusive and
there early to get a good spot,   diverse events happening
movies start when it gets dark    in Hobsons Bay and
(approx. 8.45pm).                 neighbouring council areas.
Also check out Sun Theatre
coming to Seaworks.
Enjoy pop-out screenings           For more information
there over summer.                 check calendar of events
For more information visit         or for full list events visit
www.seaworks.com.au                www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.
                                   au/celebratesummer
CHRISTMAS
EVENTS 2019
Celebrate the holiday season in Hobsons Bay
with a range of free family-friendly events

CHRISTMAS ON                             ALTONA CAROLS
VERNON STREET                            IN THE PARK
Thursday 5 December                      Presented by Altona
5pm to 9pm                               Laverton Council of Churches
Vernon Street, South Kingsville          Sunday 15 December,
                                         7pm to 9pm
DECK THE HALL STREET                     Logan Reserve, Pier Street, Altona
Presented by Newport
Traders Association                      Wet weather venue: Mary Help of
                                         Christians Catholic Church,
Friday 6 December                        97 Railway Street North, Altona
4pm
Hall Street, Newport                     CAROLS AT THE
                                         SUBSTATION
WILLIAMSTOWN                             Presented by
COMMUNITY                                Newport Fiddle & Folk Club
CHRISTMAS EVENT
Presented by Williamstown                Sunday 15 December,
Chamber of Commerce                      7pm to 8.30pm
                                         The Substation,
Friday 6 December,                       1 Market Street, Newport
5pm to 8.30pm
Ferguson Street and                      Ticketed event. Adults $5 / Children $2
Douglas Parade, Williamstown             www.nffc.org.au

NEWPORT                                  CHRISTMAS STORYTIME
CHRISTMAS FAIR                           Presented by
Presented by Outlets Newport             Hobsons Bay Libraries
Community Education Centre               Thursday 19 December,
and Newport Traders Association          10.30am to 11.30am
Saturday 7 December,                     Newport Community Hub,
9.30am to 1pm                            13 Mason Street, Newport
Paine Reserve, Newport
                                         CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT
LAVERTON                                 Presented by
COMMUNITY CAROLS                         Hobsons Bay Churches
Presented by Laverton                    Saturday 21 December,
Community Association                    7pm to 10pm
Saturday 7 December,                     Altona Meadows Community Park,
6.30pm to 9.30pm                         Trafalgar Avenue, Altona Meadows
Laverton P-12 College,                   Sunday 22 December,
91 Bladin St, Laverton                   7pm to 10pm
                                         Commonwealth Reserve,
                                         Nelson Place, Williamstown
                                         Wet Weather venue: St Mary’s Catholic
                                         Church, Cecil Street, Williamstown

 For more information of all Christmas events happening in Hobsons Bay visit
 www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/christmasevents
Markets in
Hobsons Bay
ALTONA BEACH MARKET                       WILLIAMSTOWN CRAFT MARKET
Tuesdays throughout summer,               Third Sunday of every month
9am to 3pm.                               15 December, 19 January,
Weaver Reserve and Pier Street, Altona.   16 February
visitaltona.com.au                        10am to 4pm
                                          Commonwealth Reserve, Williamstown
ALTONA LIONS CHERRY                       williamstowncraftmarket.com.au
LAKE MARKET
First Sunday of the month                 SLOW FOOD MELBOURNE
1 December, 5 January, 2 February         FARMER’S MARKET
8.30am to 1.30pm                          Fourth Saturday of every month
Cherry Lake, Millers Road, Altona         26 January, 23 February
altona.vic.lions.org.au                   8am to 1pm
                                          Spotswood-Kingsville RSL, 63 The
REGIONAL FARMERS MARKET                   Avenue, Spotswood
Second Sunday of each month               facebook.com/slowfoodmelbourne
8 December, 12 January, 9 January
9am to 2pm                                NEW TO YOU: PRE-LOVED
Robertson Reserve, Williamstown           CLOTHING MARKET
Fourth Sunday of each month               Sunday 23 February, 10am to 3pm
22 December, 26 January,                  Seaworks, 82 Nelson Place, Williamstown
23 February                               Entrance: $2.00
9am to 2pm                                www.newtoyoumarkets.com
John Morley Reserve, Williamstown
rfm.net.au
Hobsons Bay is
truly a creative city.
With arts, exhibitions, events and culture happening
around the municipality all year round, locals and visitors
aren’t short of wonderful things to see and do.
Follow us on Facebook to receive news, updates and information
about all the exciting things coming up in Hobsons Bay:
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Subscribe to our Arts and Events eNews and get monthly updates
about what’s happening around our creative city.
Go to www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/artsenews

Museums in Hobsons Bay
ALTONA HOMESTEAD                      ENTERPRIZE TALL SHIP
Every Tuesday, 11am to 2pm            Third Sunday of most months,
and first Sunday of the month,        check website.
11am to 4pm                           Gem Pier, Syme St, Williamstown
Logan Reserve, Altona                 Bookings required to sail
alhs.com.au
                                      ST JOHN LIBRARY AND MUSEUM*
NEWPORT RAILWAY MUSEUM*               Open every Thursday and Sunday,
Open Saturdays, 12pm to 5pm           10am to 4pm
and Sundays during school holidays    Corner The Esplanade and Garden
Champion Road, Williamstown           Street, Williamstown
www.railwaymuseum.org.au              stjohnvic.com.au

SCIENCEWORKS                          JOEL GALLERY AT LOUIS JOEL
Open daily, 10am to 4.30pm            ARTS AND COMMUNITY CENTRE
2 Booker St, Spotswood                Open Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm
museumvictoria.com.au/                5 Sargood Street, Altona
scienceworks                          ljac.com.au

SEAWORKS MARITIME MUSEUM              THE SUBSTATION
Open Wednesday, Friday, and           Check website for exhibitions and
Sunday, 11am to 3pm                   opening times
Open other days for group             1 Market Street, Newport
bookings by appointment               thesubstation.org.au
82 Nelson Place, Williamstown
seaworks.com.au                       WOODS STREET ARTS SPACE
                                      Check website for program and times
HMAS CASTLEMAINE                      44 Woods Street, Laverton
MUSEUM SHIP                           www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/
Open every weekend and                woodsstreetarts
public holiday, 11am to 4pm
Gem Pier Syme St, Williamstown
hmascastlemaine.org.au               *Group bookings can be provided
                                       during weekdays by prior arrangement.
                                       Contact venue for bookings.
Visit www.experiencehobsonsbay.com for things to do,
 see, eat and stay. We encourage residents and visitors to share
 their favourite pics of places they love in Hobsons Bay by using
 the hashtag #experiencehobsonsbay on social media.
 Follow us on Instagram @hobsonsbaycc

                 HOBSONS BAY VISITOR
                 INFORMATION CENTRE
     Nelson Place, Williamstown
     9am to 5pm every day except Good Friday
     and Christmas Day.
     Phone 9932 4310
     NRS phone 133 677 and quote 03 9932 1000
           www.visithobsonsbay.com.au
           www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
     Subscribe to the Arts and Events e-newsletter
     visit www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au

          www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/discover

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