Question 1

What is the Melbourne Pasifika Festival?

Accepted Answer

The Melbourne Pasifika Festival is a free, family-friendly community event celebrating Pacific Island culture, held annually in Melbourne's south-east. It was founded by WFWP Australia and brings together dance groups, musicians, food stalls, arts and crafts vendors, and children's activities into a single day.

Question 2

When and where is the Melbourne Pasifika Festival held?

Accepted Answer

The Melbourne Pasifika Festival takes place on December 5, 2026, with festival stalls opening 10-11am at Banjo Paterson Park (playground end), River Redgum Place, Lynbrook — about a 3-minute walk from Lynbrook train station.

Question 3

What can I expect to see and do at the festival?

Accepted Answer

The festival runs stalls, cultural dance performances, live bands and guest artists, children's activities, and a 3km Charity Walk throughout the day at Banjo Paterson Park, Lynbrook — and entry is completely free.

Question 4

What is the Charity Walk and how does it help?

Accepted Answer

The Charity Walk is a 3km community walk held during the festival to raise funds for WFWP Australia's Pacific Island development projects, open to walkers of all fitness levels within the festival grounds.

Question 5

How can I volunteer at the Melbourne Pasifika Festival?

Accepted Answer

Volunteers help run stalls, support performers, assist with children's activities and the Charity Walk, and can get in touch directly with the organisers ahead of December 5, 2026 to register their interest.

Question 6

How can businesses or community groups get involved as sponsors or stallholders?

Accepted Answer

Businesses and community groups can apply for a stall selling Pacific Island food, arts, crafts, or merchandise, or become a festival sponsor — details are on the Stalls and Support pages.