If you're looking for a day of family fun, or just seeking a day in in the sunshine with activities galore, then the Mindarie Marina Festival is worth checking out. Year after year, this festival packs in the crowds and packs in the fun. Here's a low down on what's on offer for this year.
Kids Zone
Get into the festival spirit - Image Mindarie Marina
Kids are well taken care of with a host of activities with the young and young at heart in mind. Here's what your brood can look forward to:
* Getting up close and personal with the cutest animals from the Swan Valley Cuddly Animal Farm.
Free festival balloons for kids
Kids will also enjoy the fairy floss, popcorn and sweet treats available from the numerous food stalls. The Kid Zone is available between 11 - 4pm.
Entertainment
The whole family will enjoy the array of live music that provides a great soundtrack to the activities of the fun packed festivals.
Live music fun at the festival - Image Mindarie Marina
Here's what's on and when:
THE BOAT COURTYARD STAGE
12pm-3pm Clayton Bolger
3.30pm-6.30pm Darren Reid and the Soul City Groove
INDI BREW STAGE
1pm - 4pm PROOF
4.30pm-7.30pm Adam Garrett (from the Voice)
What Else
Once you've finished with the organised activities, enjoy a wander around the market stalls and maybe get some of your Christmas shopping taken care of. With over 40 stalls to choose from, and some beautiful handmade items you'll have plenty to peruse.
A day of fun - Image Mindarie Festival
This is a free event so no booking is necessary, just head up to Mindarie Marina, on 23rd of November with stalls from 9am and activities from 11am. For more details contact the Mindarie Marina events team on 9400 1114.
Tips
Bring a hat and wear sunscreen, as many areas are not shaded. If you are bringing kids with you, and are able to you might want to consider leaving the pram at home. Some areas (such as the kids zone and the market stall areas) can become quite congested, so if your child doesn't really need their pram, it's worth considering leaving it at home.
