It may be a short month, but February is packed with entertainment for the whole family to enjoy. From experiencing global cuisines, to educating the kids on environmental awareness and a range of cultural celebrations, February has something for everyone! Take a look at some of our recommendations below.
Sunset Safari at Werribee Open Range Zoo
Every Friday and Saturday night in February
For a limited time, you can experience a taste of Africa at Werribee Open Range Zoo. Enjoy a complimentary drink and a guided safari tour, followed by an intimate dinner of North African cuisine and the rhythm and soul of African music. Proceeds go towards wildlife conservation initiatives.
Be quick, bookings are essential. For more information click here.
Trivia Night – Launch of the Green Living Series 2019
1 February
Get your family and friends together and head down to the Wyndham Civic Centre to participate in a Trivia Night to launch the Green Living Series for 2019. This fun-filled evening of entertainment for all ages also helps raise awareness about some serious environmental issues and the solutions available. So, get a group together and book a table; there will be plenty of great prizes on offer.
Bookings essential. Click here for more information.
World Wetland Day
2 February
Celebrate World Wetland Day with the Werribee River Association, learning how to understand how wetlands work to protect the environment and learn about the plants and animals that live there.
Activities on the day will include:
• A guided walk to learn what plants and animals live in and around your local wetland
• Learning how to test water quality and understanding its importance
• Sampling for water bugs and learning some basic identification skills
To find out more click here.
Street Food Sundays: India
3 February
Street Food Sundays is bringing the flavour of India to Station Place this Sunday! Get your taste buds goings with samosas, curries, naans and more!
Make sure you are following Werribee City Centre to find out what’s on the menu.
Italian Opera Gala
9 February
The acclaimed 40-piece Melbourne Opera Orchestra will be performing at the Wyndham Cultural Centre on Saturday 9 February. Conducted by top opera soloist Greg Hocking, this evening of Italian Opera highlights includes ensembles from Rossini’s Barber of Seville, Puccini’s Madam Butterfly, Tosca and La Boheme, Verdi’s La Traviata, Nabucco and Rigoletto and Mascagni’s Cavalleria Rusticana. Presented by one of Australia’s most acclaimed opera companies, this highly entertaining evening is not to be missed.
For more information click here.
Point Cook Lunar New Year Festival
16 February
Celebrate the Chinese Year of the Pig at the Lunar New Year Festival in the heart of Point Cook. Have a fun-filled family day showcasing the multicultural diversity in and around the community through street food stalls, rides and jumping castles as well as live performances throughout the day including lion dances, traditional dances and for the first time a dragon dance, not to mention the spectacular fireworks to finish!
For more information click here.
