The much-loved East Malvern Food & Wine Festival is back for its 10th anniversary celebration, returning to the beautiful parklands of Central Park, Malvern East on Sunday 23 November 2025, from 11am to 6pm. This free public event invites the local community and visitors to enjoy a day of exceptional Victorian wines, local craft brewers, small batch distillers, gourmet food, and an artisan producer's showcase experience in one of Melbourne's most picturesque garden settings.
A Toast to Victorian Wine & Small Batch Spirits
This year's boutique line-up features a curated selection of over 15 top wineries from across Victoria, including:
Petronio Wines, Wolf & Co, Pook Road Wines, Susuro Wines, Steels Gate, Sutherland Estate, St Huberts, Tellurian, Still Moon, Noble Red, Red Edge, Trentham Estate, Copperhead, Yering Farm, Henty Farm, Mount Avoca, and more.
Also returning is an exciting collection of local small-batch distillers, such as Mary Monica Gin, Original Spirit Co, Noble Bootleggers, and Naught Distillery – perfect for those keen to sip and explore.
Delicious Food & Local Favourites
Festivalgoers can enjoy a delectable range of gourmet eats from much-loved Melbourne restaurants and food trucks including:
Bao Melbourne, Lili Dumplings, Spanish Paella, The Famous Sandwich, Amazing Calamari, Flaming Skewers, and more. Plus delicious sweet treats by Luvlee Desserts, Billy Van Creamy, and 776 Loukoumades.
Celebrating local Stonnington talent, festival favourites Essie's Natural Wine Bar, Parkside Local, and the popular Central Park Cellars Pop-Up Bar return with wine and dining experiences, alongside delicious offerings from Platter & Boe, Nepal Dining Room, UKRU Cacao & Chocolate, and Atlas Dining.
Artisan Market & Produce
Shop and sample from a vibrant marketplace of artisan goods and gourmet fare including:
Basketcase Gourmet, Keating & Co. Condiments, Bendigo Brittle, A Taste of the North, Sticky Balsamic, Munched, Chintin Botanicals, and more.
The festival is family-friendly and free for all ages to attend and your furry friends are welcome on a leash. Enjoy a relaxed day with an array of flavours, great company, green parklands, and the atmosphere of one of Melbourne's best neighbourhood festivals.
Wine Tasting Packages
Tasting Packages are available for purchase online and on the day, starting from $39.50 including a souvenir festival wine glass and 5 tasting tickets.
Pre-purchased packages can be collected via priority pick-up in the park. PRE-SALE Tasting Tickets HERE
Proudly Supported By
The East Malvern Food & Wine Festival 2025 is presented by Festival Producer Margot Natoli, with support from Principal Partner Community Bank Malvern East, Murrumbeena & Wantirna – Bendigo Bank, and sponsorship partners Cabrini Health, Volvo Cars South Yarra, Sven's Plumbing & Gas, and the City of Stonnington Economic Activation and Events Grant 2025. EVENT DETAILS
Date: Sunday 23 November 2025 Time: 11am – 6pm Location: Central Park, Cnr Wattle Tree Rd & Burke Rd, Malvern East Entry: Free Wine Packages: From $39.50 (souvenir glass + 5 tastings)