Throughout the year, The Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges hold several events and festivals perfect for a day-trip from Melbourne. or a weekend stay.
Annual events such as The Chestnut Festival in Kalorama and Autumn Authors showcase the Dandenong Ranges’ splendour throughout the seasons.
The cool climate region provides the perfect conditions for ornamental display gardens with over ten to choose from on a grand scale.
Love a Sunday drive or a weekday wander? The abundance of winding roads throughout the ranges provides the perfect way to experience the towering mountain ash, fern gullies and farmgates
From family gatherings, group BBQs or private, romantic spots perfect for two, the Yarra Valley and Dandenong region has countless places to picnic.
The perfect place to shop and stay, you’ll find a wide variety of coffee shops and restaurants, bed and breakfasts, art, craft and antique shops, gourmet goods, nurseries and so much more to explore.