The Mornington Peninsula’s world-class food, wine and performing arts will take centre stage in October when Main Street Mornington Festival returns for its 23rd year. 

The festival continues to showcase the art and soul of the Peninsula and everything the region has to offer, and already a cracking line-up of performers is taking shape. Joel Reed and Them Blues Cats, Malcura, Erik Parker, Sam O'Connell, Matt Katsis, Diddey Reyes 59 Rockers, Super Saloon and The Midwayers have been confirmed, and there are plenty more to be announced as the countdown to the festival continues. Peninsula Folk Club and Balnarring Musos will also be hosting a performance area, and for the second time at the festival the Gloriana Pin-Up Queen competition will take place on the Albert St stage. 

Main Street Mornington Festival is a wonderful way to kick off the festival season. It is a family-friendly, free community event that incorporates a wide range of music genres, local produce, food, Peninsula wines and market stalls. With seven stages and performance areas, a children's arcade, roving performers, activities and more than 70 food and wine vendors, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Main Street Mornington Festival will be held on Sunday, October 21, from 11am to 5pm — rain, hail or shine — in Main St, Mornington. If you are looking for a way to promote your business, ask about the range of major and minor sponsorship opportunities the event has to offer. Go to mainstreetfestival.com.au for more details.