Art & Craft Keilor

Gather yer clan & don yer kilt — the Scottish Festival at Overnewton Castle returns for one grand fling!

Calling all clans near and far! Head to the four-acre Scottish Baronial estate, Overnewton Castle, for the fourth annual Scottish Festival, a jam-packed day celebrating St Andrew’s Day and everything we love about bonnie Scotland.

From 11am to 4pm, the castle grounds will be alive with:

- Games & activities for the wee bairns
- Live Scottish music & Highland dancing
- Highland cows you can meet up close
- The best Scottish scran from Melbourne’s top suppliers

Pack a picnic or tuck into mouth-watering bites from our food stalls, browse the Celtic craft & artisan markets, and soak up the vibrant Scottish spirit. A full festival program will be revealed on the day via QR code — so you can plan your perfect adventure.
FESTIVAL DETAILS

Sunday 30th November 2025 — St Andrew’s Day
11am – 4pm
Overnewton Castle, 51 Overnewton Rd, Keilor
Tickets just $10-$15 — get in quick before they’re all snapped up!
WHAT IS ST ANDREW’S DAY?

In Scotland (and across the world where Scots have left their mark), St Andrew’s Day is a celebration of Scottish culture, complete with traditional music, dancing, hearty food and good cheer. It also kicks off the season of Scottish winter festivals.
A SLICE OF SCOTLAND IN MELBOURNE

Built in 1849 by Scotsman William Taylor, Overnewton Castle began as a modest bluestone homestead on 13,000 acres of grazing land. After a trip back to Scotland in 1859, Taylor transformed it into a grand Scottish Baronial Castle, complete with turrets, a billiard room, dairy and butcher shop — making it a jewel of Keilor’s history and a living testament to Melbourne’s Gold Rush-era ties to Scotland.
THE FESTIVAL SITE

The festival takes place both indoors and out, so there’s something for everyone:

- Ceilidhs in the grand ballroom throughout the day
- Highland dancers & pipers performing on the lawns
- Children's Entertainment & face painting in the gardens
- Craft market in the onsite car park

Grab a bite, sip something cold, bring an instrument for the open music sessions, or find a shady spot to roll out your picnic rug and watch the fun unfold.
GOOD TO KNOW

- Parking: Available across the road at Overnewton College (a short stroll away).
- Reserved parking for wheelchair and mobility aid users direct to the gate.
- A reasonable level of mobility required for full festival site.
- Companion cards welcome
- No dogs permitted on site.
- No BYO alcohol. All drinks must be purchased from our licensed bar.
- Cash & Eftpos: The castle gates will accept card & cash for tickets on the day.
- No ATM on site - stalls manage their own payment methods
- In the event of rain, the festival will still go ahead.




Interested in being a stallholder or performer? Email us at info@overnewtoncastle.com.au

So round up yer clan, slip on yer kilt and come send off this beloved festival in true Highland style!



Please note: This event has a NO REFUND / NO DATE CHANGE policy.