A Month of Magic: Blacktown City Festival Returns for a Spectacular 50th Year

Get ready, Western Sydney families - one of the city’s most beloved events is back and bigger than ever! The Blacktown City Festival returns in May 2025, and this year marks a milestone 50 years of celebrating community, culture and connection. With a jam-packed calendar of diverse, family-friendly events spread across the month, there’s never been a better time to explore the heart of Blacktown and experience its vibrant, multicultural spirit in full swing.

From live music and medieval battles to dazzling parades and delicious desserts, the Blacktown City Festival brings people from all walks of life together in a joyful celebration of everything that makes the Citu of Blacktown so unique. Whether you’re a local or visiting for the first time, the festival’s warm, inclusive atmosphere makes it a must-do for families looking to connect, explore, and have a blast!

A Month of Magic: Blacktown City Festival Returns for a Spectacular 50th Year

With a program designed to entertain and engage people of all ages and backgrounds, the Blacktown City Festival captures the heart of Western Sydney. There is a huge schedule of free and ticketed events, and the opportunity to experience Blacktown’s local talent and multicultural flair.

With events scheduled throughout the entire month, something is happening every weekend for the Blacktown City Festival – and there is plenty to keep little ones entertained. Take a look at this year's standout highlights for families.

Blacktown City Festival Family-friendly Highlights

Vibes by the Lake
Sunday 4 May | Nurragingy Reserve, Doonside
Kick off the festival month with smooth tunes and good vibes at Nurragingy Reserve. This relaxed outdoor concert features top R’n’B and reggae acts set against the tranquil surroundings of one of Blacktown’s most scenic parks. Pack a picnic blanket, bring the kids, and groove your way into May.

Sweet Indulgence Dessert Festival
Friday 16 May | The Village Green, Blacktown
Treat your tastebuds to this decadent evening of sugary delights! The Village Green will be overflowing with tempting desserts and live entertainment. Kids will love the sweet treats and interactive activities including free face painting, roving performers and a baby bungy jump, while parents can savour a well-deserved indulgence.

Swingin’ Sounds: Rat Pack Reloaded
Sunday 18 May | Blacktown Showground
Step back in time with the smooth swing of big band classics. With timeless tunes like My Way, Viva Las Vegas and Come Fly with Me, this free family-friendly concert is a fun evening for music lovers of all ages, with vintage charm and plenty of toe-tapping.

Blacktown City Medieval Fayre
Saturday 24 & Sunday 25 May | Nurragingy Reserve
A perennial favourite and now in its 20th year, the Medieval Fayre is a true spectacle. Watch knights joust in epic live-action battles, marvel at medieval displays, and let the kids explore hands-on activities in a truly magical setting. With a feathered friends show, handmade arts and crafts, a working Blacksmith and Woodturners village, and medieval-themed food, this is one of Western Sydney’s biggest and best family days out. 

Dorothy the Dinosaur & Friends Show
Wednesday 28 May | Bowman Hall, Blacktown
Little ones will be delighted by this special live performance featuring everyone’s favourite Wiggles characters. Dance, sing and stomp along with Dorothy the Dinosaur, Captain Feathersword, Wags the Dog and Henry the Octopus in an interactive show made just for kids. It's free!

Streets Alive and Parade Day
Saturday 31 May | Blacktown CBD
It all culminates in this colourful, high-energy finale! The streets of Blacktown burst into life with roving performers, bustling markets, carnival rides, and kids’ entertainment galore including airbrush tattoos, petting zoo, lawn games and rock climbing. The highlight? The spectacular Parade through the CBD – a celebration of the city’s incredible diversity and community pride showcasing Blacktown’s multiculturalism, history, emergency services and local groups.

Don't Miss Blacktown City Festival 2025

Gather your crew, mark your calendars, and get ready to celebrate 50 fabulous years of community and culture at - the city’s biggest community festival of the year. With music, colour, food, dance, and entertainment taking over the town for everyone to enjoy, the Blacktown City Festival 2025 is set to be the most unforgettable one yet.

For the full program of events and to start planning your month of fun, head to the official Blacktown City Festival website.

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