When is the festival on?

The 2025 Village Festival will run over 2 weekends.

The Bendigo Community Bank Blues by the Beach will be held on Sunday, 31st August 2025.

The Astralien Tech Bush Doof will be held on Saturday, 6th September 2025

Where is The Village Festival held?

The Bendigo Community Bank Blues by the Beach will be held at Bell Park, Emu Park. And the Astralien Tech Bush Doof will be at Waru Community Gardens.

What is onsite parking like?

Parking is free and accessible in both locations.

What food and drink is available?
A variety of food vans will be available catering to a variety of different tastes and dietary requirements.

Is alcohol allowed at the Festival?
We will have a licenced bar serving alcohol at both events. Patrons CANNOT bring alcohol. No glass is allowed on site.

Can I bring my own food and drink?
You are very welcome to bring your own food and non-alcoholic drinks, but unfortunately no alcoholic beverages are allowed.

What toilet facilities will be available?
Public toilets are available at both events. Refer to onsite signage as there are often temporary toilet facilities.

Are there wheelchair facilities?
Bell Park is wheelchair-accessible.

The Village Festival offers FREE entertainment at Bell Park thanks to our naming rights sponsor – Bendigo Community Bank and festival partners.

The Bush Doof is a ticketed event. Grab your tickets now!

What do volunteers do?
Our volunteers help out with all sorts of things. We try and match people’s strengths and interests to the jobs required. Volunteers help with organising, setting up, traffic control, running the event and the pack-up when the event is over.

How do I become a volunteer?
See the Volunteers page for more information