Colours of Asia: Garden of Wonders

Name: Colours of Asia: Garden of Wonders
Start: 2026-11-13T11:00:00+11:00
End: 2026-11-22T22:00:00+11:00
Location: Alexandra Gardens

Step into a lantern-lit Asian village to discover street food, cultural performances, and flavours. Two weekends. Free entry!

Hosted by Asia Oasis

When

Fri 13 Nov

11:00am–10:00pm

Where

Alexandra Gardens

Melbourne

Price

Free

No ticket needed

Good for

Everyone

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Colours of Asia: Garden of Wonders brings a festival atmosphere to Alexandra Gardens, offering a chance to explore Asian cultures through food, market stalls and performances. Visitors can expect a lively outdoor setting with a focus on culinary and artistic traditions from across Asia.

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Step into a lantern-lit Asian village to discover street food, cultural performances, and flavours. Two weekends. Free entry!

From the creators of Melbourne’s Asia Street Food Festival comes Colours of Asia – Garden of Wonders, a celebration where Asia’s flavours, stories and traditions come to life.

Over two weekends at Alexandra Gardens, wander among handcrafted bamboo huts and glowing lanterns, discover artisan market stalls, and enjoy music, dance, and cultural performances inspired by Asia’s folklore, legends, and traditions.

At the heart of the festival is the Wonders Menu—a collection of signature dishes presented under specially created festival names inspired by cultural stories, hidden treasures, and Asia’s diverse flavours. Each dish invites you to try something unexpected and discover its story.

Beyond the Wonders menu, explore more than 200 dishes from over 30 food vendors, including family businesses sharing recipes passed down through generations.

As the sun sets, lanterns and warm lights bring the riverside village to life. Settle in with friends and family, share your favourite discoveries, and enjoy the performances as the evening goes on.

13–15 & 20–22 November 2026
11am–10pm each day
Alexandra Gardens, Melbourne
Free entry. Food and drinks available for purchase.
Closed 16–19 November.

Proudly supported by the City of Melbourne.

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Written by AI from the event details · Updated 1 day ago

This festival is an outdoor celebration featuring food stalls, artisan markets and cultural performances, set within the open spaces of Alexandra Gardens in central Melbourne. Events of this kind often attract families, food lovers and those interested in cultural experiences, with the gardens providing a relaxed backdrop for wandering and sampling different activities. The event is particularly suited to those looking for a free day out, with opportunities to try dishes inspired by Asian stories and traditions. The festival's focus on handcrafted elements and live performances may appeal to visitors interested in both food and the arts. Its central location makes it accessible for city dwellers and those seeking a weekend activity.

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This is an outdoor event, so bring appropriate clothing for the weather.

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Entry is free and no tickets are needed.