Events
Featured event
Wiser Driver
Join us for an informative, informal and friendly refresher course, to upgrade your knowledge and build your experience to keep you driving safely
Happening in February
-
Cockatoo Country Market
Cockatoo Country Market showcases local wares including craft, preserves, poultry, candles, clothing, woodcraft, jewellery and much more! Treat yourself to a delicious morning tea or lunch.
- Date: 7 February 2026
- Location: Cockatoo Market (77 Pakenham Rd, Cockatoo)
- Time: 8.30am–1.30pm
- Cost: Free
-
Yakkerboo Festival
The annual Yakkerboo Festival is back, celebrating 50 years in 2026! Free entry, live music and 9pm fireworks. Carnival games, food trucks and rides are at Carnival Prices.
- Date: 14 February 2026
- Location: PB Ronald Reserve , corner Henry and John streets, Pakenham
- Time: 5.00–9.00pm
- Cost: Free entry
-
VALENTINES AT MOUNT BURNETT OBSERVATORY
On Valentines day spend a romantic evening at the Mount Burnett Observatory
- Date: 14 February 2026
- Location: Mt Burnett Observatory , 420 Paternoster Road, Mount Burnett
- Time: 8.00–10.00pm
- Cost: $150 Per Couple
-
Yakkerboo Festival
The annual Yakkerboo Festival is back, celebrating 50 years in 2026! Free entry, 10am parade, stage performances, community displays, markets and food trucks. $15 all day rides.
- Date: 15 February 2026
- Location: PB Ronald Reserve, John street, Pakenham
- Time: 10.00am–4.00pm
- Cost: Free entry
-
Coffee with Community
Victoria Police, and Cardinia Shire Council are partnering with Timbertop Estate Residents Group, Officer to host a ‘Coffee with Community' event.
- Date: 24 February 2026
- Location: 4 Cotswold Cres, Officer VIC 3809
- Time: 10.00am–12.00pm
- Cost: Free
-
Lakeside College Open Day
Lakeside College Open Day! Saturday 28th February 2026 from 9am - 12pm
- Date: 28 February 2026
- Location: 2 Portobello Road, Pakenham VIC 3810
- Time: 9.00am–12.00pm
- Cost: $0.00
-
CARDINIA FUN RUN/WALK 2026
Cardinia Fun Run/Walk raises money for Cardinia Community Foundation who support those in need in our community. You can also create your own fundraising page to raise even more for the foundation.
- Date: 1 March 2026
- Location: Deep Creek Reserve, end of Cameron Way, Pakenham
- Time: 7.00–11.45am
- Cost: Race Registration to Participate in the RUN/WALK, FREE for Spectators & Supporters
-
Clean up Emerald 2026
Join our event in Emerald and register beforehand at www.cleanup.org.au with postcode 3782. BBQ Lunch and refreshments provided to all participants after the collection.
- Date: 1 March 2026
- Location: Emerald Scout Centre at 21 Kilvington Drive, Emerald
- Time: 10.00am–1.00pm
- Cost: Free