Moorabbin Winter Festival and Oval Games Draw Families This Season

Moorabbin hosts the Melbourne Winter Festival at Morris Moor from mid-June to the end of July 2026, featuring indoor carnival rides, ice skating, food trucks, and winter-themed entertainment for families. The event runs through the current month and offers residents a focused set of winter options close to home.

Melbourne Winter Festival at Morris Moor

The festival operates at Morris Moor with indoor facilities that include carnival rides and an ice skating area. Food trucks provide on-site options, while winter-themed entertainment targets families throughout the scheduled period. The setup allows visitors to spend time indoors regardless of weather conditions outside.

Game Days and Training at Moorabbin Oval

Moorabbin Oval serves as the stable home base for the St Kilda Football Club (Saints), who train there and play AFL-Womens games at the venue throughout the year. The precinct includes a large oval with extensive car parking, a running and athletic track, a railway line, a children's park, and multiple halls hosting various activities year-round. St Kilda maintains a strong following in Melbourne's southern suburbs, and game days at Moorabbin remain a notable seasonal activity for fans even though the club has rarely achieved Premiership success.

These two offerings give locals distinct ways to spend time during the colder months. The festival provides structured family entertainment at one site, while the oval supports ongoing club training and matches that draw supporters regularly. Access to the oval precinct supports multiple uses including parking and nearby play areas for children alongside the main sporting facilities.

Residents planning visits can check current schedules for the festival at Morris Moor or AFL-Womens fixtures at Moorabbin Oval to align outings with available sessions. Both locations remain active through the end of July, giving a clear window for participation before the season shifts.