July 2024 - Events - What's On

Get ready to witness the magical Puffing Billy Train of Lights as it lights up the nights between Emerald & Gembrook from June 28 to July 21! Here are the approximate key times and best spots to catch a glimpse of this enchanting spectacle:

Schedule: Leaves Emerald Lakeside at 6:00PM, Arrives Gembrook Station at 6:50PM. Departs Gembrook Station at7:50PM, Arrives Emerald Lakeside at 8:30PM

Best Viewing Spots:1. Emerald Lakeside Station: Perfect to view before the train starts its journey to Gembrook.2. Cockatoo: A charming spot to see the train as it travels through the heart of the region.3. Gembrook Football Netball Ground: Ideal for witnessing the train as it passes through open farmland.4. Gembrook Metro Fuel: Witness the Train of Lights as it approaches into Gembrook. 5. Gembrook Station: Ideal for witnessing the train’s arrival and departure amidst the picturesque setting.

Get excited for the upcoming Winter School Holidays at Avoca Park Equestrian! We have fun day clinics and an overnight camp available for non-horse owners.

Our highly experienced instructors will guide you every step of the way, and with our beautiful grounds and stunning natural surroundings, you're guaranteed to have a truly magical holiday experience. Book now and join us for an unforgettable school holiday adventure at Avoca Park Equestrian!

Join us on Wednesday and Thursday these school holidays for a tractor trailer ride. Running from 10am- 2pm Wednesday and Thursday. Tour our beautiful orchard and see all that we do here. Come and see what Bellevue has to offer.. from our beautiful apple trees, our nursery growing new trees. We love showing you all what we do here and can't wait for you to experience it for yourself

Tractor rides are $4 per person over the age of 2

Join us for a fun night of Music Bingo. Listen to the songs and match them with your game card. Listen to the songs and match them with your game card. There'll be prizes on the night so grab your mates and book a spot....... Most of all, it's going to be fun!

Night Watch, set in the city of Ankh-Morpork on the Discworld, follows grizzled commander and career copper Sam Vimes. Vimes is flung back in time 30 years in a magical accident while pursuing the murderous Carcer, and now has to apprehend the bad guy, teach his younger self how to be a Good Copper.,

Delectable French Cuisine to celebrate Bastille Day. Contact The Station House for more details.

Come and wet felt one of these stylish hats - light on your head and warm! And you can add a flower to the brim.

Email [email protected] for registration form and payment details.

This art therapy event will allow you to step by step create something magical. Of course you can still paint your story using our symbols but you also have the option to explore what creativity lies within and do whatever you want to. It’s your studio for the night. All materials and canvas provided. Just come along and bring your mates for a fun evening of painting up a storm.

We've produced penguins and owls and now we're onto the next step - limbs ( legs )!

If you have attended a previous needle felting workshop, come to this intermediate workshop and learn how to attach limbs.

This workshop takes 2 sessions, one on Monday 15th July and the other on 22nd of July.

Email [email protected] for registration form and payment details.

Please note , this workshop is not suitable for beginners.

Bag O' Nails are a dynamic Blues-Rock trio from St Kilda, who have been performing throughout Australia since 2004. https://www.facebook.com/bagonails.blues/videos

XMAS IN JULY will be happening at Emerald Village Pharmacy from the 22nd of July to 28th of July. We will have some amazing discounts on many different ranges so it will be an event not to miss. Prepare Christmas early this year and put some items aside early to save some money!

Join Mark as he discusses one of his 'go to' red varieties and curated a selection of ten wines from Australia & France which will be served over three courses. Limited availability. Tickets are $120pp. Book at https://bit.ly/pvhgamay24

Thursday night is Open Mic Night with Jason Vorherr. It is an opportunity to share your talents or just to enjoy the many talented musicians from local and beyond.

Gotcha are a 5 piece rock cover band focussing on great 80's & 90s rock.

The Mentones are back to rock the Emerald RSL. Ring Paul on 0418 420 042

Join us for ITALIAN NIGHT!

Join us for our Italian night on Friday, the 26th of July.

Eight-courses including dessert for $73 per adult.

We can only cater for Gluten Free & Vegan Dietary requirements.The menu will contain onion, garlic, capsicum, chilli, nuts & other allergens.

General Inquires (03) 59681110 | [email protected]

Bookings required—$7 booking fee applies First release tickets: 12pm Wednesday 3 July. Second release tickets: 12pm Saturday 6 July. You will be shown around the observatory and visit the Monash Dome and the 18-inch telescope, the Celestron Dome, the Log Cabin, specialist astronomy displays and children's activities. Visitors on the evening tours will have the opportunity to view the night sky through the telescopes (weather permitting). 

Come along and listen to this lady sing. You won't be disappointed.

Indoor and Outdoor Stalls. Loads friendly stall holders offering a range of products & services, such as:

 Lots of tasty treats, sweet and savoury for breakfast, lunch or morning tea, arts, crafts & jewellery, fresh, locally grown grocery items, beauty, cleaning and eco products, kids activities & entertainment, doggo accessories and treats

* Stalls and activities vary from market to market

WHAT ELSE: The opportunity to visit the beautiful Dandenong Ranges and surrounds, the chance to see Puffing Billy!