Multicultural events
Victoria’s commitment to multiculturalism is reflected in a variety of events celebrating the state’s cultural, racial and religious diversity. There is something for everyone, from Chinese New Year processions to Greek film festivals, Italian folk music performances and Aboriginal dance.
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Celebrate the start of the Year of the Tiger with a weekend of street activities, lions and dragons, fireworks, food stalls and cultural entertainment.
Where: Chinatown
When: 14 February
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Experience multicultural Geelong first hand at the Pako Festa, bringing together many ethnic cultures in a street party atmosphere.
Where: Various venues around Geelong
When: 27 February 2010
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This annual festival transforms Federation Square into a haven of Thai culture, with cultural displays, tourist information and plenty of delicious food.
Where: Federation Square, Melbourne
When: 21 March 2010
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See Lion dancing, a costume parade and the awakening of Gan Su Loong.
Where: Bridge Street, Bendigo
When: 4 April 2010
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Mark Buddha's birth and multicultural Melbourne in this colourful annual celebration.
Where: Federation Square, Melbourne
When: 15–16 May 2010
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Australia's largest celebration of Celtic culture, with international and national artists presenting music, dance and workshops.
Where: Newcombe Street, Portarlington
When: 11–14 Jun 2010 (TBC)
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Join the annual Festa celebrating the district's vibrant Swiss and Italian multicultural past and modern day legacies across the state.
Where: Main Road, Hepburn Springs
When: 15–24 Oct 2010 (TBC)
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Polish Festival
Indulge in the flavours and sounds of Poland. Sample traditional delicacies, dancing, Polish beer and amber jewellery.
Where: Federation Square, Melbourne
When: November 2010 (TBC)
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Australasian World Music Expo
Enjoy four days of the finest contemporary Indigenous, folk, roots and world music from Australia, Melanesia and the Pacific.
Where: The Arts Centre, Melbourne
When: November 2010 (TBC)
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