Get out of town and plan your next adventure with these top things to do in Werribee and Surrounds this winter from 1 June – 31 August 2025.
Go ice skating in Werribee City Centre
Enjoy the magic of ice skating at the pop up ice skating rink, The Rink on Watton in Werribee during the school holidays from 4 - 13 July, with tickets from $5 for kids and $10 for adults - bookings essential.
Pick up some plants for your backyard at the Heritage Fruit Tree Festival
Explore Werribee Park Heritage Orchard, enjoy grafting and pruning demonstrations and purchase rare heritage fruit trees for your backyard at Heritage Fruit Tree Festival on Sunday 10 August.
See King Stingray and Electric Fields live at Wyndham Cultural Centre
Experience the electrifying energy of King Stingray and Electric Fields as they take the stage for a historic performance for the re-opening of the Wyndham Cultural Centre on 5 July (Tickets $55 - $65).
See the latest exhibition at Wyndham Art Gallery
See JXSH MVIR: Forever I Live, a major retrospective at Wyndham Art Gallery honouring the late Gunditjmara, Yorta Yorta, and Barkindji artist Josh Muir (1991–2022). The exhibition is open from 11 July - 28 September and admission is free.
Be part of the ultimate murder mystery at Lancemore Mansion Hotel Werribee Park
Join crime writer Jonathon Mapletree and a cast of suspicious characters as you solve this mystery from the land of the pharaohs with Murders on the Nile at Lancemore Mansion Hotel. Whilst you enjoy a fabulous three course sit down dinner, gather information from the various suspects as they visit your table, discuss with your fellow diners and then decide...whodunnit!
Challenge yourself at Spartan Melbourne
Channel your inner warrior as Spartan Melbourne, the renowned obstacle race series, returns to Werribee Racecourse from 9 - 10 August, with the 5km Sprint and the 10km Super on Saturday 9 August, followed by a 3km Kids Race with categories on Sunday 10 August. Bookings essential.
Go to the Melbourne International Three Day Event
See Australia's top equestrian talent compete at Victoria's premier eventing competition, the Melbourne International Three Day Event in the stunning surrounds of Werribee Park with dressage, cross country and show jumping from 6 - 9 June.
Explore the RAAF Museum
Explore one the best collections of historical aircraft in the world at the RAAF Museum in Point Cook! The Museum is open on Thursdays and Sundays from 10am – 3pm and online bookings (free) are essential. Aviation buffs should also check out the B-24 Liberator Memorial Australia (ticketed), open on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.
Enjoy a show at the newly renovated Wyndham Cultural Centre.
Enjoy a fantastic line up of live music, theatre and family shows this winter, including Melbourne Chamber Orchestra Presents Pastorale on 12 July, family fun with Dinosaur Time Machine on 14 July, All the Ways Without You from 16 - 19 July, The Yellow Line on 26 July and Brown Women Comedy on 23 August. Bookings essential.
Take a Tour of Werribee Park Mansion
Rainy day? Explore the stunningly preserved interiors of Werribee Park Mansion or book ahead to enjoy the immersive theatre experiences, What Was That? or The Dress in July and August (bookings essential.)
Enjoy a walk with a view on the Werribee Public Art Walking Tour
Explore some of Werribee’s most iconic street art murals with Wyndham City’s self-guided trail and free audio tour. The trail includes the incredible 41-metre tall Mooroop Yarkeen by Tommy Day / Jirri Jirri.
Cosy up by the fireplace with good food and good friends
In search of a cosy spot to catch up with friends? Try local favourites, The Park Werribee, Bridge Hotel Werribee, Little River Hotel and Corked Wine Bar.
Go to the footy!
Soak up the atmosphere of a VFL match and cheer on the local Werribee Tigers at their home ground – Avalon Airport Oval at Chirnside Park. Tickets are just $5 - $10 and you’re within walking distance of Watton’s Street excellent cafes, pubs and bars.
Drop in for a Cellar Door Tasting
Taste your way through the latest wines from Shadowfax Winery (Bookings recommended for lunch), or book in for dinner on Saturday night, throughout June.
Go behind-the-scenes at Werribee Open Range Zoo
Surprise someone special with a Ranger Mystery Tour at Werribee Open Range Zoo! Discover the hidden sights and stories of the Zoo with this unique experience, where no two tours are the same! Or treat someone to the Zoo's new premium Elephant Experience or Elephant Wellbeing Walking Tour.
Enjoy a luxe high tea or indulgent weekend of mulled wine and s'mores
Enjoy a lavish high tea spread each weekend at Joseph’s Dining in Werribee Park or book in for the cosy Embers and Wine Package at Lancemore Mansion Hotel Werribee Park, including accommodation, breakfast, mulled wine and s'mores.
Embrace the season with an outdoor adventure
Sick of being cooped up indoors? Rug up and embrace the season with an African safari at Werribee Open Range Zoo, mini golf at The Elements Coastal Activity Park, a gentle walk along the Wyndham Bay Trail or beach stroll through Point Cook Coastal Park.
