Please note that the program is subject to change
Be swept away by the magic of Floriade NightFest, when Floriade - Australia's celebration of Spring, transforms into a night-time extravaganza! Five exclusive nights of live entertainment and huge outdoor film screenings, set against a breathtaking landscape of glowing lanterns, floodlit garden beds and fairy lights. Chill out at the stylish NightFest Glow Bar, shop till your heart's content at the colourful night markets and indulge in local gourmet food and wine. NightFest is not to be missed!
Wednesday 24 September: The Best of Tropfest - Short Film Festival. See this incredible selection of the best short films from the past 14 years of Tropfest, the largest short film festival in the world.
Thursday 25 September: Comedy Festival short films for a night of laughter and hilarity, don't miss this selection of the funniest short films from comedy festivals around Australia.
Friday 26 September: Melbourne International Animation Festival short films. Hip, modern and at the forefront of animation technology, you'll be blown away by this selection of new animation shorts from Australia and around the world.
Saturday 27 September: Strictly Ballroom - feature film. Flamboyant costumes, the requisite love story, hilarious characters and a truly Aussie display of defiance against authority make this Australian film an absolute classic. Blamey St Big Band, this 20-piece ensemble plays wonderful music in the tradition of the big swing bands, including songs by Duke Ellington, Count Basie and Glenn Miller.
Sunday 28 September: Little Big Shots - children's short films. See the best in local and international children's features: shorts, animations, documentaries and even films produced by children. Perfect for families and kids aged 2 to 18.
As well as a variety of different events that are on every night, please check
www.Floriadeaustralia.com for details.
Q: Can I bring alcohol into Floriade NightFest?
A: No. Random bag searches will be undertaken to ensure patrons do not bring alcohol into Floriade NightFest. However, a range of venues inside Floriade NightFest will be selling alcoholic beverages, for both take away (within the Floriade NightFest grounds) and dine in consumption, including Café Valenti and the NightFest Glow Bar.
