Annual events

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Find all the annual events, causes and awareness days that we observe.

World Interfaith Harmony Week

February
An annual event during the first week of February promoting harmony between all people regardless of their faith.

International Women's Day

March
International Women's Day (8 March) is a global day to celebrate the achievements of women and recognise the need for gender equality.

National Volunteer Week

May
National Volunteer Week is held in May and is Australia's largest annual celebration of volunteering.

National Road Safety Week

May
Every May there is National Road Safety Week, where we help to raise awareness of safe driving.

International Day Against Homophobia Biphobia and Transphobia

May
Celebrated on 17 May each year, IDAHOBIT recognises the discrimination and human rights abuses experienced by LGBTQIA+ people around the world.

National Sorry Day and Reconciliation Week

May–June
National Sorry Day is an annual ceremonial event. Reconciliation Week (27 May to 3 June) commences the day after Sorry Day.

Refugee Week

June
Refugee Week is a national annual event that aims to create a culture of welcome for refugees and asylum seekers living among us.

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

June
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) falls on June 15 each year.

NAIDOC Week

July
NAIDOC Week celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Wurundjeri week

August
Wurundjeri Week is an acknowledgement and celebration of the traditional Aboriginal land owners.

Darebin FUSE Festival

September-November (Spring)
Our multi-arts festival, held in Spring, with a range of different access points for audience and artists.

Children's Week

October
Children’s Week is a national celebration recognising the talents, skills achievements and rights of children.

Darebin Schools NAIDOC Yarning Conference

October
A chance for primary school students from across Darebin to learn about Aboriginal culture and history from Aboriginal Elders and groups.

Darebin Seniors Month

October
Throughout October we we celebrate older people and their valuable contribution to our community.

Week without violence

October
An annual campaign to end violence against women.

World Children's Day

November
World Children's Day promotes the rights and welfare of children and young people globally.

16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

November–December
A global campaign dedicated to ending gender-based violence.

International Day of People with Disability

3 December
Each year we celebrate International Day for People with Disability.

Darebin Celebrates

From festive shopfront artwork, dazzling reindeers, to joyous performances, there are many ways to celebrate and connect in Darebin.

December
Our Songs transforms Darebin into a vibrant celebration of music, culture and community. Across parks, streets, public spaces and community venues, the festival brings people together through shared experiences, live performances and festive celebrations.

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Annual events

World Interfaith Harmony Week

International Women's Day

National Volunteer Week

National Road Safety Week

International Day Against Homophobia Biphobia and Transphobia

National Sorry Day and Reconciliation Week

Refugee Week

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

NAIDOC Week

Wurundjeri week

Darebin FUSE Festival

Children's Week

Darebin Schools NAIDOC Yarning Conference

Darebin Seniors Month

Week without violence

World Children's Day

16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

International Day of People with Disability

Darebin Celebrates

Our Songs