Fireflfy to illuminate Tarneit again

Performers on stage at the 2023 Firefly Night Market in Tarneit. (Supplied) 415764_01

The award-winning Firefly Night Market will return to Tarneit.

Part of the Wyndham council’s ‘Meet Me in Tarneit’ series, Tarneit Suburban Revitalisation Program in partnership with the Victorian Government, the free event takes place on Saturday, July 6, at Penrose Place on the corner of Wickford Road and Tarneit Road.

Featuring more than 70 market stalls, live music, cultural performances and glowing interactive art, the 2025 edition is anticipated to be every bit as successful as last year’s which attracted an estimated 18,000 people and was named Australia’s Best Small Event at the 2023 Australian Event Awards.

Running from 3pm to 9pm, the night market will include the lighting of a hand-crafted fire sculpture at 5:30pm and roving fireflies that will start glowing at 7.15pm.

Food from every continent will be on offer, both from stalls and food trucks.

The entertainment line-up will feature a mix of multicultural performances on stage, ranging from Bollywood to Polynesian, reflecting Wyndham’s rich diversity.

There will also be free circus performances and a collaborative canvas on which patrons can express their creativity using with UV paint.

The Firefly Night Market is delivered by Wyndham council and the Tarneit Suburban Revitalisation Program in partnership with the state government.

The night market is alcohol free, but BYO food is permitted.

Parking is available but patrons are encouraged to catch public transport via the 167 bus, or walk.

In order to accommodate the night market, Wickford Road will be closed between Penrose Promenade and Tarneit Road, Tarneit from 12pm to 11pm on Saturday, July 6.

Details: tarneitnightmarket@wyndham.vic.gov.au