After a 25-year hiatus, Chapel Street Festival is coming back to Melbourne. Head to this iconic strip and look forward to plenty of live music, delicious food, fashion, classic cars, activities for kids, wellness events and more. This exciting festival will return on Sunday February 23.
Chapel Street Festival
It’s been a long time coming, and this highly-anticipated festival is expected to attract over 100,000 visitors. Explore six themed spaces throughout the day.
- Anthem Park – Find plenty of entertainment for families, as well as live bands and DJs on the main stage.
- The Pillars – Look forward to an array of delicious food and drink, as well as a showcase of fashion and art.
- Chapel Street Food Court – Feeling hungry? Grab a bit from some of the best eateries around the area, including Mr Miyagi, Hawker Hall and LK Hospitality. Businesses around Chapel Street will also have specially curated menus on the day.
- Chap Laps Classic Car Show – see over 50 classic cars and feel amazed by a thrilling motocross demo.
- Colour Kingdom – Let the kids have fun with face painting and games.
- Radiant Fields – Chill out with yoga, Pilates and even a spiritual music show at dusk.
“The Chapel Street Festival was legendary back in the day — drawing hundreds of thousands to celebrate live music, food and fashion,” said Matt Lanigan, Chapel Street Festival Director. “We’re bringing back everything that made the original festival iconic, plus some fresh new elements, to create an unforgettable experience for fans old and new.”
The Victorian Government funded $450,000 to help bring this festival back to life. Event organisers hope that this festival will grow to be like the St Kilda Festival, which draws thousands of people to the neighbourhood and surrounding suburbs.
More details will be revealed as we get closer to the festival. In the meantime, see what’s happening at Chapel Street here.