Getting to the festival

Melbourne’s network of trains, trams and buses makes it easy to get to and from the event. Visit the PTV website or for up-to-date information on Melbourne’s public transport.

If you’re using public transport on Labour Day (Monday 14 March) take note that the public holiday timetable will apply. Road closures surrounding the festival may also affect public transport services on Monday and during the evenings across the weekend. Refer to the road closures table below.

Pets

Our festival site will be packed full of people all weekend, so please leave your pets at home. Assistive animals are permitted.

Smoking

Patrons are asked to keep all entertainment and food areas smoke free.

Handy tips

We are excited to offer you a jam-packed schedule of free events and activities across the weekend. The only things you will need money for are carnival rides and food, and your transport to and from the festival – the rest is on us.

As things heat up, head over to the
VicHealth 'Cooling Cubes'. While you’re there, sign up to the H30 Challenge and switch your sugary drinks for water for 30 days. Grab your free water bottle (to keep filling up) so you and your friends remain hydrated throughout the festival.

Keep it clean

Just one piece of rubbish can make a difference to our environment, rivers and waterways. Please dispose of your rubbish thoughtfully and look for recycling bins for your bottles and recyclables.

Be sun smart

Temperatures can rise on the Moomba site, so make sure you remember to be sun smart. We have sunscreen and water available for your convenience. Check the map for locations.

Accessibility

The Moomba Festival site and facilities are accessible via wheelchair. All mobility equipment hire services are managed by Travellers Aid, who have equipment available for hire at both Flinders Street and Southern Cross Stations. or visit Travellers Aid to make a booking at least 24 hours in advance.

Alcohol

Moomba Festival is an alcohol-free event. Penalties apply.

Questions?

Keep your eyes peeled for our friendly Moomba volunteers who are armed with programs, maps and all the information you need.

Road Closures

(Click the days below to reveal details)

Tue 8 to Mon 14 March

Boathouse Drive

Closed at Alexandra Ave
12.01am Tues to 11.59pm Mon

Sat 12 to Sun 13 March

Bromby St

Closed from Domain St
7am to 6pm daily

Sat 12 to Mon 14 March

Swan St Bridge

Left lane (eastbound) closed
7am Sat to 11pm Mon

St Kilda Rd (Princes Bridge)

Kerb-side traffic lane (southbound closed)
6am Sat to 11pm Mon

Sat 12 to Mon 14 March – Fireworks

St Kilda Rd (Princes Bridge)/ Swanston St

Closed b/w Collins St & Linlithgow Ave
9pm to 11pm Sat, Sun & Mon

Sun 13 to Mon 14 March – Parade

St Kilda Rd Service Lane (Southbound)

Closed b/w start of service lane & Dorcass St
12pm Sun to 9.30am Mon

St Kilda Rd Service Lane (Southbound)

Closed b/w Domain Rd & Toorak Rd
3am Mon to 9.30am Mon

St Kilda Rd Service Lane (Southbound)

Closed b/w start of service lane & Park St
9.30am Mon to 2pm Mon

Anzac Ave & Government House Drive

Closed b/w Linlithgow Ave & St Kilda Rd
12pm Sun to 9.30am Mon

Park St

Closed b/w Wells St & St Kilda Rd
3am Mon to 2pm Mon

Domain Rd

Closed b/w Domain St & St Kilda Rd
3am Mon to 2pm Mon

Southbank Boulevard

Closed b/w St Kilda Rd & Sturt St
7am Mon to 9.30am Mon

St Kilda Rd (Northbound)

Closed b/w Park St & Flinders St
(including Princes Bridge)
9.30am Mon to 2pm Mon

St Kilda Rd Service Lane (Southbound)

Closed b/w start of service lane & Domain Rd
12pm Sun to 2pm Mon

Swanston St / St Kilda Rd

All carriageways, between Flinders St & Domain Rd /Park St
Soft Closure from Collins St
9.30am Mon to 2pm Mon

Linlithgow Ave / Southbank Boulevard

Closed b/w Linlithgow Ave South & Sturt St
9.30am Mon to 2pm Mon

Anzac Ave & Government House Drive

Closed b/w Linlithgow Ave & St Kilda Rd
12pm Sun to 2pm Mon

Grant St

Closed b/w St Kilda Rd & Dodds St
6am Mon to 2pm Mon

Park St / Dorcas St / Coventry St

Local access only b/w King's Way & St Kilda Rd
Full closure at St Kilda Rd
9.30am Mon to 2pm Mon

Grant St

Closed for eastbound traffic at Dodds St
9.30am Mon to 2pm Mon

St Kilda Rd Service Lane (Southbound)

Closed b/w start of service lane & Dorcas St
2pm Mon to 6pm Mon

Government House Drive

Closed b/w Linlithgow Ave & St Kilda Rd
2pm Mon to 6pm Mon

Tow away zones

(Click the days below to reveal details)

Sun 13 to Mon 14 March

Dodds Street

Between Southbank Boulevard and Grant Street
12pm Sun to 5pm Mon

Swanston Street

Between Flinders Street and Princes Bridge (southbound only)
12pm Sun to 5pm Mon

Princes Bridge

Southbound only
12pm Sun to 5pm Mon

St Kilda Road

Between Princes Bridge and Domain Road (eastern side southbound service road only)
12pm Sun to 5pm Mon

Southbank Boulevard

Between St Kilda Road and Dodds Street (south side only)
12pm Sun to 5pm Mon

Domain Road

Between St Kilda Road and Dallas Brooks Drive
5pm Sun to 5pm Mon