Discover the wonders of our backyard! Free Entry
This year's Stringybark Festival FEASTivities are inspired by the flavours, smells and dishes served up in our own 'backyard.' Everything and anything you can imagine that happens on and in the backyard grill, spit, smoker, roaster and toaster, will be there. This is cooking like you've never seen! There will be live presentations on how to pickle your own vegetables and fruits, along with tips on how to turn your backyard into a bush tucker forest. A riot of homegrown goodness and flavour-filled treats awaits.
In 2019, we are again upping the ante on sustainable food practices and the reduction of waste, with a particular emphasis on ethical and locally sourced produce. The Festival kicks off at 10:00 am with free breakfast for the early comers followed by our first presentation commencing at 11am.
We invite you into our backyard, into our kitchen and into an event where doing your best is about doing what comes naturally. We look forward to sharing this incredible event with you and the community. Stringybark is a free community event exploring everything local, home-made, creative, sustainable and adventurous in Knox.
Program Highlights include:
Animals Galore: cute farm animals, native creatures and presentations
Backyard Tucker Stage: taste test the best from gourmet BBQs, jams, pickles and bush tucker with zero waste
Makers Market: explore all things home grown, hand-made and up-cycled and purchase some unique treasures
Get Active: play backyard games, jump, climb and get active with free attractions and sporty challenges
Busker’s Stage: in the food court where local singer songwriters share their talents
Children’s Play Space: giant games, toys and adventure play for the young ones
Community Stage: with loads of colorful performances and presentations
DIY Fun Stuff: get imaginative with creative arts, crafts and science play
Community Gardens: learn about sustainability with our local environmental groups
Living Local:meet local services, clubs and businesses and learn about what’s on offer in your backyard
Nature Playground: cubby building, animal face-painting and costume making in the playground
Veg Out: in the chill out space filled with books, quiet tunes and comfy stuff
Food Truck Feast: chose from a variety of healthy choices and festival favorites for purchase
For more information, please visit: https://www.knox.vic.gov.au/stringybark
