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The Piers Festival

Australia Day
Date:
27/01/2013
Time:
2:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Type:
Fireworks, Live Entertainment, Family Friendly, Novelty & Special Interest, Food & BBQ, Art & Culture, Community Event
Suburb:
Port Melbourne
Venue:
Princes Piers
Address:
Pier Street
Port Melbourne
VIC
Australia
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Event Details

World music, dance, food, arts & crafts, photo & historical exhibitions, boat display, kid's activities and fireworks!Welcome to the second Piers Festival, a massive celebration of cultural diversity that reflects the rich history of Melbourne's ports precinct. From the goldrush to wartime, from post-war migration to cruise shipping, Station & Princes Piers have played a pivotal role in Victoria's growth and offered a gateway to the diversity of cultures that enrich our community.2 - 5pm: SONGS & STORIES STAGE Hosted by Vasili (from Vasili's Garden) 2pm &3:30pm: MIGRATION FORUMS Hosted by Diana Nguyen 2 - 6pm: CULTURAL BOATS 5 - 9:30pm: MAINSTAGE CULTURAL CONCERT & FIREWORKS Hosted by Carmelina Guglielmo featuring many multicultural acts9:20pm: FIREWORKS!