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Summer Events in Yarra 2026

Yarra's Summer Events season has plenty of fun events including street festivals and live performances taking place across our City.

14 Jan 2026

Summer Events

Victoria Street Lunar New Year Festival

Sunday 1 February

Celebrate the Year of the Horse with traditional dances, children's activities and the incredible flavours of our famous Asian food precinct.

Fairfield in Feb

Sunday 1 February and Sunday 15 February

Join us for a series of free afternoon live performances at the Fairfield Amphitheatre on the banks of the Yarra River.

Victoria's Pride Street Party

Sunday 8 February

Experience a full day of LGBTQIA+ art, live music, performances, community and culture, with stalls showcasing local treasures.

Johnston Street Fiesta

Saturday 21 February and Sunday 22 February

Head down to Johnston Street for a weekend full of eating, dancing, live entertainment, craft stalls and some of the best local Hispanic and Latin American culture.

LuliePalooza

Saturday 21 March

Dance the day away at this annual block party featuring two stages, more than 12 live bands, skating demos, showbags, and local food and drinks.

More to do this summer in Yarra

There are also other great things you can do in our City over the warmer months including summer activities at Fitzroy Pool, art exhibitions, library activities, markets and heritage walks.

For the full list of events happening near you at any time of the year, head to What's on in Yarra.

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Victoria Street Lunar Festival 2026

The Victoria Street Lunar Festival returns in 2026 by welcoming the Year of the Horse.
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Fairfield in Feb 2026

Fairfield in Feb is a series of free afternoon performances in February at the Fairfield Amphitheatre produced by Yarra City Arts and guest presenters.

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Victoria’s Pride Street Party 2026

Join us on Yarra's iconic Gertrude and Smith Streets for a fun-filled street festival celebratiing Victoria’s diverse LGBTQIA+ communities
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Johnston Street Fiesta 2026

One of Yarra’s much-loved cultural events, the Johnston Street Fiesta welcomes you back to celebrate Hispanic and Latin American culture in the heart of Fitzroy on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 February.
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LuliePalooza 2026

Melbourne’s wildest rock ’n’ roll block party is back and levelling up.

Sat, 21 March 2026, From 11.30am 

Fitzroy Swimming Pool Summer Series

Come and join our fun summer activities at Fitzroy Swimming Pool in January and February. 

Arts events in Yarra

Yarra is home to a vibrant program of music, theatre and visual arts events, together with popular and exciting festivals and community celebrations.

Markets

Explore our delicious seasonal fresh produce, tasty treats and shopping experiences that perfectly complement our retail precincts.

Heritage walks

Explore and uncover Yarra's history by enjoying one of our curated heritage walks.