Beyond the city, springtime in Victoria is a brilliant time to hit the road and experience vibrant events and festivals around the regions. The countryside comes alive with flower festivals, food fairs, music weekends and outdoor adventures. Here are some top spring events across regional Victoria in September–November 2025
Tesselaar Tulip Festival (13 Sep 12 Oct 2025)
Walk through acres of beautiful tulips tulips as far as the eye can see in Silvan, in the Dandenong Ranges . This annual festival showcases over a million blooming tulips. Visitors can enjoy live entertainment, Dutch cultural shows (clog dancing, for example) and kids’ activities amid the colorful fields. It’s a photographer’s paradise and one of Victoria’s most iconic spring festivals.
CherryHill Blossom Festival (10 Sep 5 Oct 2025)
Over in the Yarra Valley, cherry orchards burst into fluffy white bloom. CherryHill Orchards in Coldstream opens its gates for about four weeks when the cherry trees blossom. Visitors can stroll among rows of blossoms, enjoy picnics or even a special high tea in the orchard. It’s a fleeting sight the trees flower for only around 21 days each spring and a must see for nature lovers.
TIDAL Seafood Festival (19–21 September 2025)
Held on the San Remo foreshore (at the gateway to Phillip Island), this festival is a seafood lover’s dream. The weekend features fresh local catches from Bass Coast waters, cooking demonstrations, food stalls and family entertainment. From a seafood cocktail night to the famous annual Blessing of the Fleet, it’s a wonderful celebration of the region’s fishing heritage on Spring’s opening weekend.
Australian MotoGP (17–19 October 2025)
Phillip Island roars to life in spring with theAustralian Motorcycle Grand Prix. Fans from around the world flock to the coastal circuit to watch MotoGP bikes race around one of the most spectacular tracks. The event creates a festival atmosphere across Phillip Island, with racing all weekend and plenty of off-track entertainment. It’s a highlight of Victoria’s spring sporting calendar.
Mountaingrass Bluegrass Festival (14–16 November 2025)
The town of Bright in Victoria’sHigh Country hosts Mountaingrass, a national festival of bluegrass and old time country music. 2025’s festival will see concert performances by top bluegrass bands and musicians, jamming sessions and workshops in the picturesque Alpine surroundings. It’s a toe-tapping good time for music lovers and adds a unique sound to Victoria’s spring events.
Queenscliff Music Festival (28–30 November 2025)
Rounding out spring, this beloved boutique music festival takes place in the coastal town of Queenscliff on the Bellarine Peninsula. Across three days, a mix of homegrown and international artists perform on multiple stages, covering genres from indie rock to folk and blues. QMF is family friendly and known for its laid-back vibe by the seaside. 2025’s lineup will bring an eclectic mix of acts to celebrate the festival’s return in late November .
Sources: Regional tourism guides and official event listings confirm these events and their dates. Spring in Victoria’s regions offers Insta worthy flower festivals, tempting wine and food gatherings, musical shindigs and plenty of outdoor adventures. It’s the perfect season to plan a weekend road trip around these events just be sure to book accommodation in advance, as spring festivals can draw big crowds to country towns.
