Autumn events light up the Chapel Street precinct!

Sport, music, theatre and culture – Chapel is stacked with Autumn events!

From world-class skate competitions and global music festivals to comedy, musicals and lively market experiences, there’s plenty happening across the precinct from March to May.

🛹Roller Freestyle World Skate Games Qualifier

Saturday 14 March | 9am – 7pm, Prahran Skate Park

Inline skating fans are in for an exciting day as Melbourne hosts Australia’s first-ever World Skate Games qualifying event.

Legendary Japanese world champion Takeshi Yasutoko will headline the event, showcasing his incredible skills alongside Australia’s top inline skaters as they compete for the chance to represent Australia at the World Skate Games later this year.

🥁🌍Stonnington Rhythm & Culture

Saturday 21 March | 12pm – 6pm, Prahran Square, Cato Street, Prahran

Music, global street food and culture take centre stage at Stonnington Rhythm & Culture, a vibrant free community celebration lighting up Prahran Square.

The afternoon will feature an exciting program of performances including African drumming, Japanese taiko, Sri Lankan dance, Mauritian rhythms and Latin-inspired music, creating a lively soundtrack across the square.

Check out the program: Stonnington Rhythm & Culture – Prahran Square

🎶🌈Melbourne Rainbow Band Free Park Concerts!

March – May | Various dates

Pack a picnic and enjoy an afternoon of uplifting music as the Melbourne Rainbow Band performs a series of free outdoor concerts across parks in the precinct.

Gather friends and family, relax among beautiful green spaces and enjoy a vibrant mix of musical favourites — perfect for a laid-back autumn afternoon. Pick up a picnic from one of Chapel Street’s cafés or restaurants and make an afternoon of it.

Free concert dates:
Victoria Gardens – Saturday 21 March, 1pm – 3pm

South Yarra Siding Reserve – Sunday 19 April, 1pm – 3pm

Rockley Gardens – Sunday 17 May, 1pm – 3pm

Find out more: https://www.instagram.com/p/DVUAvB3Ej5L/

💃MahaSvara Rhythms: A Celebration of Culture and Motion

Saturday 2 May | Prahran Square, Prahran

Experience the vibrant traditions of Indonesia at MahaSvara Rhythms, a festival celebrating Indonesian culture through food, music, dance and interactive workshops.

Prahran Square will come alive with rhythm, movement and flavour as visitors explore performances, cultural activities and delicious Indonesian cuisine.

🎭✨Smash-hit musicals arrive in Prahran

Theatre lovers are in for a treat this autumn, with two standout productions coming to Chapel Off Chapel.

Evil Dead The Musical

26 March – 12 April | Chapel Off Chapel, 12 Little Chapel Street, Prahran

The bloodiest musical of all time arrives in Prahran with this hilariously gory, rock-fuelled stage adaptation of the iconic Evil Dead cult film franchise.

Part comedy, part carnage and all parts groovy, this outrageous production delivers big laughs, big songs and plenty of surprises. Whether you’re a horror fan or simply love a great night of musical theatre, this is one wild ride you won’t want to miss.

Once

8 – 23 May | Chapel Off Chapel, 12 Little Chapel Street, Prahran

This emotionally captivating musical features the unforgettable music from the critically acclaimed film, including the Academy Award-winning song Falling Slowly.

Winner of major awards including an Academy Award, Grammy Award, Olivier Award and Tony Award, Once is a beautifully intimate story about music, connection and possibility.

Find out more: https://chapeloffchapel.com.au

😂🎤Melbourne International Comedy Festival comes to Prahran

25 March – 19 April | The MC Showroom, L1/50 Clifton Street, Prahran

Twelve Melbourne Comedy Festival Shows will be hosted at the MC Showroom in Prahran.

Find out more: Browse Shows | Melbourne International Comedy Festival

👗♻️Prahran Market Revamp Residency

27 March – 31 May | Prahran Market, 63 Commercial Road, South Yarra

Love food and fashion? Revamp Residency brings the best of both worlds to Prahran Market across the final weekends of March, April and May.

Browse curated stalls of vintage and pre-loved fashion while enjoying food, drinks and live music from Market traders. Whether you visit for the lively Friday night atmosphere or a relaxed Sunday browse, it’s the perfect way to start – or finish – your weekend.

Friday markets

27 March, 24 April and 29 May | 5.30pm – 9pm

Sunday markets

29 March, 26 April and 31 May |  | 10am – 3pm

Find out more: https://www.prahranmarket.com.au/

Get down to Chapel Street to discover what’s hot this season!

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