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 Multicultural festivals 

Melbourne is a dynamic and vibrant multicultural city. With at least 140 cultures represented, there's bound to be a festival on, whenever you visit.

A Taste of Portugal Festival  - Sunday 09 June 2013, 10am to 4pm - Festivals

A Taste of Portugal Festival

9 Jun 2013, Queen Victoria Market
A cultural festival that celebrates the intense flavours, colourful sights and striking sounds of Portugal and the portuguese speaking communities.
The Long Walk  - Saturday 25 May 2013, 2pm to 6pm - Festivals

The Long Walk

25 May 2013, Federation Square
The Long Walk is back in Fed Square! Join the community celebration from get the lives of Indigenous people back on the national agenda.
Melt: Chocolate Festival  - Sunday 26 May 2013, 11am to 4pm - Festivals

Melt: Chocolate Festival

26 May 2013, The Immigration Museum
Celebrate chocolate in all its diverse and delicious forms at this one-day festival.
Buddha's Day & Multicultural Festival  - Saturday 18 May 2013 to Sunday 19 May 2013 - Festivals

Buddha's Day & Multicultural Festival

18 May 2013 - 19 May 2013, Federation Square
This free, two-day, family-friendly event is a unique introduction to Buddhism, with lots of games and cultural activities.

 More to explore

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From Tropfest in February, through to the Melbourne International Film Festival in August, you can see the best films here in Melbourne.
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There's a wealth of arts and culture festivals for you to enjoy throughout the year in Melbourne.
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Whenever you visit Melbourne, you are sure to be swept up in one of the city's fantastic festivals or major events that are on throughout the year. See what's on when.

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