Cultural Diversity Week

Next date: Monday, 17 March 2025 | 12:00 AM to Monday, 24 March 2025 | 11:59 PM

A group in traditional clothes dancing on stage

Cultural Diversity Week is an opportunity to celebrate the many cultures and diverse backgrounds that make Kingston a vibrant community. 

This year, Cultural Diversity Week will take place from Monday 17 to Sunday 23 March 2025, and we have several themed events at our libraries, hubs, arts and youth venues for you and your families to enjoy.

Monday 17 March

Bilingual Story Time (Spanish) 

Celebrate our community’s rich diversity at Bilingual Story Time throughout Cultural Diversity Week. All families are welcome to come along and share in this wonderful celebration through language and song.

  • Time: 11am to 11.30am 
  • Venue: Cheltenham Library, 12 Stanley Avenue, Cheltenham 
  • Cost: Free
  • Bookings: No booking required.   
  • Audience: Children and families

Author Talk - Growing up Indian in Australia with Daizy Mann

Growing Up Indian in Australia recounts the painful yet powerful migration experience. A collection of vibrant, moving and diverse stories. Daizy Mann will share her experience of growing up Indian in Australia.

Tuesday 18 March

Bollywood Infusion

Come along to a vibrant workshop where you will learn about the folk and classical origins of Bollywood dance, the symbolism of some steps and a short dance routine. Wear something comfortable. Refreshments after the workshop.   

  • Time: 10.30am to 12pm 
  • Venue: Clarinda Community Centre, 58B Viney Street, Clarinda 
  • Cost: Free
  • Bookings: Please register to come along by contacting Clarinda Community Centre at clarindaCC@kingston.vic.gov.au or on 8551 1200 or by visiting reception at the centre. 
  • Audience: Adults  

Creative Dance – Polynesian Special

Celebrate Cultural Diversity Week with this Polynesian special. Learn new moves and have fun in this creative dance class with a professional dance instructor. 

  • Time: 4pm to 5pm 
  • Venue: Westall Community Hub, 35 Fairbank Avenue, Clayton South
  • Cost: Free
  • Bookings: Please register to come along by contacting Westall Community Hub at Westallhub@kingston.vic.gov.au or on 9581 3050 or by visiting reception at the hub.   
  • Target Audience: For ages 6+ 

Wednesday 19 March

Kids Art Class – Express Your Culture

A Cultural Diversity Week special. Have fun creating a beautiful piece of art celebrating culture and what it means to you. 

  • Time: 4.15pm to 5.15pm
  • Venue: Westall Community Hub, 35 Fairbank Avenue, Clayton South 
  • Cost: Free 
  • Booking: Please register to come along by contacting Westall Community Hub at Westallhub@kingston.vic.gov.au or on 9581 3050 or by visiting reception at the hub.   
  • Target Audience: Ages 5+ 

Thursday March 20

Bilingual Story Time (Indonesian) 

Celebrate our community’s rich diversity at Bilingual Story Time throughout Cultural Diversity Week. All families are welcome to come along and share in this wonderful celebration through language and song.

  • Time: 11am to 11.30am
  • Venue: Westall Library, 35 Fairbank Road, Clayton South  
  • Cost: Free
  • Bookings: No bookings required.   
  • Audience: Children and families

Cultural Diversity Week Movie – In the Heat of the Night

An African American detective is mistakenly suspected of a local murder while passing through a racially hostile Mississippi town. After being cleared of the murder, he sets out to find the real killer. A classic film from 1967, starring Sidney Poitier. 

  • Time: 12.30pm to 3pm (light refreshments at 12.30pm, movie screening at 1pm)
  • Venue: Chelsea Activity Hub, 3-5 Showers Ave, Chelsea
  • Cost: Free
  • Bookings: No bookings required. 
  • Audience: Adults  

Friday 21 March

Friendship Group Cultural Diversity Week celebration

Come along to celebrate what culture means to you and enjoy some good company. This free session is for everyone!

  • Time: 10am to 12pm
  • Venue: Westall Community Hub, 35 Fairbank Avenue, Clayton South
  • Cost: Free 
  • Bookings: Please register to come along by contacting Westall Community Hub at Westallhub@kingston.vic.gov.au or on 9581 3050 or by visiting reception at the hub.   
  • Audience: Adults 

Flags of the World: Guess & Celebrate

Join us at Platform 81 for a fun cultural celebration. Test your knowledge in our Flags of the World game. Can you guess which country each flag belongs to? Enjoy music from around the world and win prizes on the day.  

  • Time: 3pm to 5pm 
  • Venue: Platform 81, 81 Albert Street, Mordialloc 
  • Cost: Free
  • Bookings: No bookings required.
  • Audience: Young people aged 12 to 25 years 

Sunday March 23

Live at City Hall: Sunday Sounds – Global Sounds

Take a musical trip around the world as PBS FM’s ‘Flight 1067 to Africa’ and ‘Global Village’ broadcast live from Kingston City Hall. Host Stani Goma (Flight 1067 to Africa) will be spinning contemporary and traditional African tunes, while Roger Holdsworth (Global Village) will curate surprising acoustic and folk compositions from across the globe. Join us for four hours of live radio, plus stripped-back live sets from some of Melbourne’s finest international musicians.

  • Time: 2pm to 6pm
  • Venue: Kingston City Hall Courtyard
  • Cost: Free 
  • Bookings: No bookings required. 
  • Audience: All ages, including children and families. 
  • Further information: Kingston Arts website

African Drumming Workshop

Join us for a memorable journey of West African musical culture that connects people. Celebrate with a mix of drumming, dancing and singing. 

Monday 24 March

Bilingual Story Time (Mandarin) 

Celebrate our community’s rich diversity at Bilingual Story Time throughout Cultural Diversity Week. All families are welcome to come along and share in this wonderful celebration through language and song.

  • Time: 11am to 11.30am
  • Venue: Clarinda Library, 58 Viney Street, Clarinda   
  • Cost: Free
  • Bookings: No bookings required.   
  • Audience: Children and families

When

  • Monday, 17 March 2025 | 12:00 AM - Monday, 24 March 2025 | 11:59 PM