Events
Featured event
Music in Emerald Lake Park
Relax lakeside with live music from Matt McMahon as part of our Autumn music series. This will be held near Lake Treganowan
Happening in October
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View our Ageing Well events and activities
The Events calendar is for all Council-run events. View only Ageing Well events and activities at www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/AgeingWellEvents.
- Date: 1 January 2025 – 31 December 2025
- Every day
- Location: Shire wide
- Cost: Free and low-cost
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Cockatoo Country Market
Cockatoo Country Market is held on the first Saturday of every month from 8:30am to 1:30pm (except no market in January).
- Date: 4 October 2025
- Location: Cockatoo Market (77 Pakenham Rd, Cockatoo)
- Time: 8.30am–1.30pm
- Cost: Free
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Sustainable Style Sunday - a celebration of Ethical Clothing Australia week
'Sustainable Style Sunday' is a slow fashion showcase to celebrate Ethical Clothing Australia week, hosted by three local Ethical Clothing Australia accredited brands from the Dandenong Ranges.
- Date: 5 October 2025
- Location: Hills Hub - 402 Belgrave - Gembrook road Emerald 3782
- Time: 1.00–4.00pm
- Cost: $30 each | 2 for $50
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The Thursday Lounge
Bar and Gallery open late every Thursday.
- Date: 8 September 2025 – 18 December 2025
- Every week
- Location: Cardinia Cultural Centre , Lakeside Boulevard, Pakenham
- Time: 6.00–8.00pm
- Cost: free
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SENIORS MONTH - OUTDOOR PARK EXERCISE
Bourke Park 275 Station Street Pakenham A qualified personal trainer will demonstrate how to safely use the park’s outdoor exercise equipment, with a focus on older adults and appropriate modification
- Date: 9 October 2025
- Location: (Barring-buluk Park Pakeham) Where the exercise equipment is - opposite 34 Henty St
- Time: 10.30–11.30am
- Cost: FREE
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Cardinia Community Foundation's Cardinia Business Lunch
Join us for an exclusive business lunch, key note speaker Ian Ash, lunch and networking with local businesses.
- Date: 10 October 2025
- Location: 71 Racecourse Road Pakenham
- Time: 11.30am–3.30pm
- Cost: $35
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Falls & Injury Prevention Information Session
Includes tea & coffee. Learn practical tips to reduce the risk of falls and injuries in everyday life.
- Date: 15 October 2025 – 29 October 2025
- Every week
- Location: Cardinia Life , Olympic Way, Pakenham
- Time: 1.00–2.30pm
- Cost: FREE
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Casey Cardinia Heritage Festival
Come and join local history groups and other enthusiasts celebrating the shared past of the Casey and Cardinia regions, with displays, books and research advice.
- Date: 18 October 2025
- Location: Nar Nar Goon Soldiers Memorial Hall, Spencer Street Nar Nar Goon
- Time: 10.00am–2.00pm
- Cost: Free
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Walking Netball
Calling all Netballs from the past and the present, join us for a fun and low-impact game of netball. A great way to stay active and social!
- Date: 21 October 2025
- Location: Cardinia Life , Olympic Way, Pakenham
- Time: 10.30–11.30pm
- Cost: FREE
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Lang Lang Cemetery Walk
Join us for a walk around this historic cemetery and listen to our stories of people and families in times past.
- Date: 26 October 2025
- Location: Lang Lang Hall, corner of McDonald's Track and Westernport Road, Lang Lang.
- Time: 10.00am
- Cost: $10 per adult
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FREE Tai Chi Class
Improve balance, flexibility, and mindfulness with this gentle movement class.
- Date: 29 October 2025
- Location: Cardinia Life , Olympic Way, Pakenham
- Time: 10.45–11.45pm
- Cost: FREE
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FREE Wills Bequests & Funeral Planning Information Session
Gain valuable information about planning ahead with confidence and clarity.
- Date: 30 October 2025
- Location: Cardinia Life , Olympic Way, Pakenham
- Time: 1.30–3.00pm
- Cost: FREE