Our festivals and events

We host a number of major festivals and events throughout the year.

Check the upcoming events page to see what's on.

Spring Fair

Returning to Keeley Park on Saturday 19 October

Our community groups come together to enjoy a fun day out with family and friends.

With free amusements, games, live performances and more, this free family event has something for everyone.

Carols by Kingston

December 2024 - Bicentennial Park in Chelsea

Your favourite carols, fabulous performers, amazing food and spectacular fireworks, that’s Carols by Kingston. 

This free community event is one not to be missed.

Mordi Fest 

Mordi Fest is held annually in March

Mordi Fest is Kingston’s premier festival, showcasing big acts and upcoming local performers across four stages.

Usually held on the first weekend in March, Mordi Fest features live music and DJ performances, delicious food, craft beers and wine, and lots of kids activities.

Kingston Women of the Year 

Kingston Women of the Year awards are presented in March each year.

Celebrating the outstanding contributions that women make to Kingston's industry, community, and society. Read more about our winners for 2024.

Pet Expo

Pet Expo is held each year in April.

Enjoy a day out with your favourite furry friend, register your pets and wander our specialty stallholders.

This free, pet friendly event is a favourite for families and pet owners alike!

City of Kingston Awards

Presented annually in May during National Volunteer Week

City of Kingston Awards include Kingston's Citizen of the Year and Community Group of the Year Awards. 

Vendor information

Our festivals and events showcase an exciting blend of diverse food and beverage options.

Applications for vendors for our 2024-25 major festivals are now open. Applications will close on Monday 23 September. Refer to the Vendor Guidelines for more information.

Apply now

Performer database

Our festivals and events come alive with performances that reflect the depth and diversity of our community.

Whether you're a band, solo musician, DJ, comedian, dance troupe, magician, circus act, children's entertainer, or have any other talent to share, we welcome all forms of artistic expression.

Adding your details to our database will provide our festival artistic directors and programmers everything they need when looking to program a range of performers and acts for our events.

Should an opportunity present itself, our programmers and artistic directors will contact you directly.

Add your details to our database