News Community
29 June 2026
One of the most anticipated attractions of the annual Hurstbridge Wattle Festival is back, with steam train tickets now on sale for this year’s festival on Sunday, 30 August 2026.
Festival visitors can choose from scenic return shuttle trips between Hurstbridge and Eltham, or travel to and from the festival on special heritage train services from Flinders Street or Newport. With limited seats available each year, early booking is strongly recommended.
The Hurstbridge Wattle Festival celebrates the arrival of spring and showcases everything that makes this vibrant community so special. Visitors can enjoy more than 100 market stalls, live music, children’s activities, community displays, classic vehicles, delicious food, environmental exhibits, and much more throughout the township.
Festival Details
Steam train tickets are available here now and are expected to sell quickly, so secure your seats today and make this year’s Wattle Festival a journey to remember.