Celebrate eco-friendly living with workshops, swaps, and more at Springvale Community Hub on 14 March 2026.
Saturday 14 March 2026
11:00am - 3:00pm
5 Hillcrest Grove, Springvale VIC 3171, Australia
Free
Experience a fun-filled day dedicated to sustainability and community spirit. This Mini Sustainability Festival offers a variety of engaging activities for families, including creative workshops and eco-friendly swaps. It's a perfect opportunity for parents and children to learn about sustainable living while enjoying hands-on experiences.
Visitors can participate in art and craft sessions using recycled materials, try out natural product refills, and explore creative mending techniques. The event also features a clothes swap, urban harvest exchange, and a preloved book giveaway to encourage reuse and reduce waste.
The festival is designed to be inclusive and family-friendly, with activities suitable for all ages. Children under 10 should be supervised during craft workshops, ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment for everyone.
- Workshop 1: Collage Art from 11:00 to 12:30, crafting with recycled materials.
- Roving Refills available from 11:00 to 14:00 for natural shampoos, hand wash, detergents, and cleaning products.
- Come and Try Makerspace open 11:00 to 15:00, featuring visible mending and sewing machine demonstrations.
- Clothes Swap from 11:00 to 15:00, swap up to 10 clean items including shoes and accessories.
- Urban Harvest from 11:00 to 15:00, exchange homegrown produce, seeds, and gardening tips.
- Preloved Book Give Away from 11:00 to 15:00 to help rehome books.
- Workshop 2: Draft Stopper sewing workshop from 13:30 to 15:30, registration required.
The event takes place at the Springvale Community Hub, located at 5 Hillcrest Grove, Springvale. The venue is accessible and family-friendly, making it easy to bring children along for a day of learning and fun.
Springvale Community Hub is well connected by public transport and offers parking facilities nearby. The community hub provides a welcoming space for local families to gather and engage in sustainable practices.
Attendees are encouraged to bring clean items for the clothes swap and any homegrown produce for the urban harvest. The venue supports environmentally conscious activities and promotes community involvement.
Children under 10 must be supervised during the collage art workshop to ensure safety and enjoyment. The draft stopper workshop requires prior registration, so be sure to sign up in advance to secure a spot.
If you need additional assistance to participate, the organizers welcome you to get in touch. This event is designed to be inclusive and supportive for all community members.
The festival complements the larger Council Sustainability Festival and aligns with ongoing programs like Clothes Swap and Urban Harvest, reinforcing sustainable community values.
This is a free event open to the public. While most activities do not require registration, the draft stopper sewing workshop does, so early booking is recommended.
No cost means families can enjoy a full day of eco-friendly fun without worrying about fees. Simply show up ready to participate and learn.
For more details or to register for workshops, contact the Council or visit their website. Keep an eye out for updates and related events in the Greater Dandenong area.
