Frankston City’s Epic 2025 Event Season is in full swing!
Published on 29 January 2025
Get ready for an unforgettable summer season delivering euro vibes, food, art, music, and family fun! Frankston City’s iconic events are back to entertain, inspire and amaze, with exciting experiences that guarantee to captivate both residents and visitors.
From epic live music to jaw-dropping sand sculptures, vibrant street art and unbeatable beachside vibes, Frankston is turning up the heat all summer long.
Waterfront Festival
We’re diving into summer with the annual Waterfront Festival, Frankston’s signature celebration of our stunning bayfront and live music culture. This year, we're introducing a new event format, taking the fun to Friday night and Saturday!
Friday night is a sunset session perfect for unwinding with friends. Featuring festival favourites Sneaky Sound System headline alongside an electrifying lineup that will have you dancing until dawn, it's the perfect way to kick off the weekend. Colourful cocktails, delicious treats and lively entertainment is a unique experience for adult crowds that is completely new to the Waterfront Festival.
Saturday transforms into a full-blown Festival Day, with something for everyone! Targeted at families and festival-goers of all ages, the day includes a range of activities, food trucks, and free entertainment like the iconic Rotary Duck Race, Frankston Swim Classic, and a diverse music lineup with Pierce Brothers, Steph Strings, Queenie, Ausecuma Beats, and more. Families will love the kid-friendly activities, while everyone can enjoy The World Kitchen, a new interactive food experience celebrating international flavors.
An epic fireworks display over the bay will wrap up the festivities on Saturday night, making this year’s Waterfront Festival unmissable for all!
Carlsberg Beach Club
For those dreaming of Euro-summer vibes, look no further than the Carlsberg Beach Club. Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from January 31 to March 30, a section of beach south of Frankston Pier will be transformed into a stylish sun-soaked paradise where chic cabanas and a refreshing mix of food, music, and cocktails create the perfect blend of luxury and relaxation.
Promising an elevated beachside experience, the Carlsberg Beach Club aims make sure this exciting new experience complements the iconic beach experience our residents and visitors love so much.
Frankston’s Street Art Festival
Get ready for a vibrant burst of creativity at Frankston’s Street Art Festival from 17 – 23 March! The city is shaking things up with a fresh new vision that celebrates its rich urban art culture, bringing together local legends and international talents.
With over 80 stunning murals already on display, the festival will push this number to 100, giving visitors even more art to explore. Whether you’re exploring the city’s artwork independently, joining a national award-winning tour, or diving into one of the hands-on workshops or artist talks, there’s something for everyone.
The festival culminates in a buzzing Block Party on 22 March, where Steibel Place and Gallery Lane will come alive with music, delicious food, and entertainment that celebrates the best of Frankston. It’s going to be a weekend of art, energy, and fun you don’t want to miss!
Australian Sand Sculpting Championships
After a six-year hiatus, Sandstorm Events returns to Frankston in April with the Australian Sand Sculpting Championships. Over seven days, Australian sand sculptors will compete for the title of Champion, creating intricate works of art that bring iconic villains and heroes to life under the theme of ‘Villains of Storytime’.
Visitors can watch the artists in action from 5-6 April and then explore the completed sculptures throughout the event period, from 7-27 April.
The event will feature a mix of family-friendly activities where children can also enjoy workshops, speed carving demonstrations, and the Sandsational Easter Egg Hunt (on Easter weekend). The Sand Museum will also showcase the fascinating history of sand sculpting in Australia, making this a must-visit event for art and culture lovers alike.
Frankston City Mayor Kris Bolam said the summer events are part of Frankston City Council’s broader Destination Events Strategy, which aims to provide high quality visitor experiences in unique spaces, while boosting the local economy and building on the City’s positioning as a vibrant and creative place to live and visit.
“These events aren’t just about entertainment; they create spaces for locals and visitors to come together and celebrate Frankston City’s vibrant and creative community and culture.”
“Frankston is quickly becoming a place people want to visit, experience, and enjoy. These events highlight our city's incredible waterfront, local talent, and cultural offerings—and we’re just getting started,” Cr Bolam said.
“This summer is going to be unforgettable, and we invite everyone to come and be a part of it.”
Applications will soon open for the 2025 Destination Event Attraction Program (DEAP). To find out more or register your interest, visit Destination Event Attraction Program - Frankston City Council.