General News
14 November, 2025
Crowds brave the elements to enjoy festival
WARRNAMBOOL’S Civic Green was alive with bright colours, culture and a sense of community last Saturday.
The Warrnambool Multicultural Festival again attracted thousands of visitors who took advantage of the opportunity to experience the tastes, music and performances from a range of cultures through live performances, food stalls and workshops.
The festival, organised by the Warrnambool Multicultural Association, began with an Aboriginal Welcome to Country and featured performers, stallholders, workshop hosts, food vendors, volunteers and service providers representing more than 40 cultures.
Co-founder and president of the Warrnambool Multicultural Association, Daisy Ye, said the day was a resounding success despite it being the coldest and windiest festival since first held in 2022.
“Many people told us the festival had a fantastic atmosphere despite the weather, and that really speaks to the strength and spirit of our community,” Ms Ye said.
“Attendees described the day as simply fabulous; a community vibe you can’t find anywhere else in the region.
“Seeing everyone rugged up and battling the rain was a testament to how amazing the event was.”
Great food and cold weather meant stalls and food vans were popular, with most vendors selling out before 2pm.
