EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
The 43nd Annual Pako Festa STREET Parade supported by tac
From 11am | Along Pakington Street BTW Waratah & Autumn Street
Pakington Street will transform into a marching, dancing, singing procession of diverse performers from around the world, and just around the corner. Supported by TAC and Broadcast live on 94.7 The Pulse.
UNIFIED TECHNOLOGY CARMEN MIRANDA BAR
From 12:00pm | Albert Street Car Park
Relax with a drink in the licensed Unified Technology Carmen Miranda Bar and visit the Cultura Global Food Stall for tasty food and their signature Dutch Poffertjes and why not try our signature Pako Festa Cocktail.
This is a great space to enjoy a diversity of dance, song and live entertainment on the Cultura Stage from 12:30pm-5pm.
PAKO FESTA GLOBAL CRAFT MARKET
12:00pm-5.00pm | West Town Hall (indoors)
The Pako Festa Global Craft Market for the second year will showcase local community crafts along with interactive workshops throughout the day from 12pm inside the West Town Hall.
Entry is from both Albert Street and the rear of the hall from the carpark area. Check out LooSE Parts Play & Art activation for a free hands-on experience for young and old to explore their creativity.
The Hall is a great space to rest up away from the crowds with plenty of seating and taste an authentic and delicious menu served by the Geelong Punjabi SWAG Community.
ADROIT INSURANCE AND RISK CHILL OUT ZONE
11.30am-5pm | Hope Street Parking Bay
A great place to sit, dine, and soak up the Pako vibes. From 12.30pm the Geelong Arts Centre Stage kicks off with a diverse line up of music. Families are welcome to enjoy a great selection of food while Austin’s Wines pop up bar will be ready to quench your thirst.
GEELONG WEST PARK
9am-5pm | Southern End of Pakington Street Corner Pakington & Autumn Streets
The Park will be bustling with global food stalls and interactive activities. The Gordon Stage kicks off at 12.30pm and is jam packed with entertainment for the entire family. From 12 pm watch live cooking demonstrations featuring our talented Culinary students and lead by popular teacher, Tommy Barr. Stop by The Gordon marquee for a free Ice-Cream, kids activities hosted and made by The Gordon’s carpentry team and speak to our team about study opportunities. Geelong West Neighbourhood House will be hosting free kids craft activities and a chill out room for any kids needing sensory downtime, and a tea & coffee station. Here you will also find the TAC’s Booster Tag activation, where you can expect fun, family-friendly activities and bonus education and safety advice around children’s car booster seats.
BARWON WATER CHILL OUT ZONE
9am -5pm | Carpark Area corner of Pakington Street and O’Connell Street
Come on down and visit the Barwon Water Team in the Chill Out Zone, it’s a great place to sit and dine on the amazing food you have purchased along the street. There will be a free drinking water station, family-friendly activities, giveaways and useful information on offer for those wanting to take a rest. Mackillop Family Services located in this Zone will be inviting you to participate in an interactive creative activity including a photo booth.
NORTHERN END OF PAKINGTON STREET
12pm-5pm | From Waratah to Waterloo Streets
At the Northern end of Pakington Street visit the newly completed Geelong West Presbyterian Church to chill out and rehydrate. There will be free activity for the kids, a game space and live music in the forecourt.
Don’t miss the SES and Fire Rescue Victoria HUB to learn about general safety and free activities for children. To get the children active, check out the Sporting Zone; Barwon AFL and guests will be there to teach you some tricks of the trade and connect you to your next sporting club. Finally don’t miss The Petrel Hotel Stage and bar area which is a great spot to soak up the vibes in the sun.