Maroondah Festival FAQs

See frequently asked questions about Maroondah Festival.

Can I bring my dog with me to the Maroondah Festival?

Please note, for the safety and comfort of all attendees and your pets, Maroondah Festival is a dog-free event.

While we love our furry friends, we ask that you leave them at home this time. 

See the off-lead dog parks in Maroondah, and check out the many beautiful walking trails in your local area that your pet will love. 

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

Where will the public toilets be located at Maroondah Festival?

There are toilets located in the Community Area along Civic Drive, Aquahub, Hub B.

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What will be available for lost children at Maroondah Festival

You can get your child a wristband at any of our Information Tents or the Children's Services area. There is also a lost kids marquee that children can go to if you become separated.  

Where can I find an ATM at Maroondah Festival?

The closest ATM's to Maroondah Festival is located at Civic Square Shopping Centre.

There are also ATM's on Main Street, Croydon. 

Where will the nursing mums and baby change area be located at Maroondah Festival?

The nursing mums and baby change area will be located in Hub B on Civic Drive.

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Where are the rides and showbags and Maroondah Festival?

Side Show, Carnival Games and Thrill Rides are located in the Carnival/Amusement Area in front of Aquahub.

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Buy a wristband

Pre-sale online only by 11.59pm Saturday 8 November.

  • $49.95 for unlimited rides from 10am to 4pm. That's 6 hours of unlimited fun!
  • One wristband per person. Collect your pre-purchased unlimited ride wristband at the big blue and orange ticket box near the thrill rides in the Aquahub carpark.
  • You can also purchase ride tokens on the day instead of an unlimited wristband. Tokens are $5 each or $60 for 15 tokens.

Purchase unlimited ride wristband

What free kids rides are on offer?

Free kids rides will be located on the Fred Geale Oval including a mini ferris wheel, chair-o-plane, inflatable jumping castle, giant slide.

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Where will the hydration station/free water be located at Maroondah Festival?

You will find the hydration station/free water in front of the Summerset Community Expo, near the playground.

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Where will first-aid be available at Maroondah Festival?

First-aid will be available at Hub B.

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Where can I find sunscreen at Maroondah Festival?

Sunscreen will be available at each Council site, Information Tents, and at the Lost Kids tent.

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Where will Police be located at Maroondah Festival?

Police will be located on Civic Drive West, in front of Aquahub.

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What accessibility options are available at Maroondah Festival?

Accessible parking is available at Norton Road. An electric mobility vehicle charging station is located at the main Information Tent. 

Marvaloo is a mobile Changing Places toilet design for people with a severe or profound disability and their carers. The additional features include a tracking hoist system and height adjustable adult size change bench. Marveloo will be located between the Cultural Hub and Athletics Track. 

Accessible toilets are located at Aquahub, Hub B and Croydon Library.

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