Moomba Festival | South Melbourne
Celebration
Every year during the Labour Day long weekend in March, the iconic Moomba Festival welcomes people to the city to experience the traditions and fun of Melbourne's oldest and largest community festival.
Moomba is Melbourne's celebration known for its reigning monarchy, the traditional Monday street parade, the Yarra River Birdman Gathering, the Alexandra Gardens Carnival, and the nighttime fireworks.
Visitors can also enjoy a music program featuring headline-grabbing and local up-and-coming artists, the Moomba Masters waterskiing competition, skatepark workshops, competitions, and engaging children's activities. All activities are free and take place over the long weekend.
Moomba 2025 will be held from March 5th to 9th.