Melbourne Leisurefest 2019

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Thu 03 Oct 2019 - Sun 06 Oct 2019

As the weather warms up, it's time to get inspired to hit the road and explore this vast country we call home. Head to and get ready to start planning your next adventure. From Thursday 3 to Sunday 6 October 2019, you'll find everything you need for a fabulous family holiday.



Leisurefest brings you the very best in caravans, recreational vehicles, 4x4 vehicles and accessories and all the outdoor camping accessories you never even knew you needed.

With a wide range of caravans, pop-tops, tents, camper trailers, motorhomes, campervans, 4×4 off-road and touring accessories and 100's of outdoor products on display, it's time to stop dreaming and start planning. Click here for details of all the exhibitors that will be there.



Learn more about Australia's best regional areas to explore with plenty of tourism information available. Find out more about the many wonderful holiday and caravan parks that are out there and all the features that they have available.

Plenty of fun entertainment running throughout the 3 days will keep you busy. Drop by the free interactive safe driving demonstrations, provided by Hayman Reese's Technical Towing Expert Gary Gardiner, in their Towing Masterclass. Carac's experienced staff will be on hand providing valuable advice on servicing, fittings and repairs of your caravan and vehicle.



The popular free Caravan and RV Safety Inspections will also be back to ensure your safety on the road. Spots fill up quickly, so book in here .

Because our pets are such a big part of family holidays, Lara Shannon from Pooches at Play and 'Dynamite Darcy', will be giving live talks and demonstrations on pet behaviour and safe travels with your fur-babies. Dogs on leads are welcome at Leisurefest, because after all, adventures are for the whole family.



Allan Burnett from Reptile Awareness Displays of Australia will get you up close and personal with snakes and other reptiles with interactive information demonstration. Stay safe and avoid being bitten. Shows run every 30 minutes starting at 10am, next to the Food Court.



Roaming local buskers will be providing plenty of live performances all around the grounds, including the Jazz Jokers, Nathan Power, James Robinson, Gareth Wiecko, Domenic Carrubba, Cassandra Barragan and Devin Hartley.



For the kids, head over to the Kids Zone. Let them mingle and cuddle with the friendly animals from Animals 2U in a safe, supervised and caring environment. The Animals 2U staff will happily answer any of your questions and you can visit during the following times:

Thursday: 11am – 3pm
Friday: 11am – 3pm
Saturday: 10am – 4pm
Sunday: 10am – 3.30pm

A mini-golf course, trackless train, face painting and other fun and games can also be found at the Kids Zone.

Various food trucks and a food court will be open for all your food and drink needs. There is also a large seating area at the food court where you can take a rest and regroup for the rest of the day.



Tickets are available to buy online or at the gate:

Adult: $18.00
Adult 2-day pass: $23.00
Concession / Pensioner: $15.00
Concession / Pensioner 2-day pass: $20.00
Kids 15 & under: Free when accompanied by an adult.

Leisurefest is held at Sandown Racecourse, approximately 25 kilometres from the Melbourne CBD. There's plenty of free car parking available and is a fully accessible venue with disabled access ramps to all pavilions and buildings. Dedicated parking spaces are also available at public entrance 1, 3 and 4.

Alternatively, jump on a train. Sandown Park Railway Station is located at Sandown Racecourse. Click here to plan your journey.

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