Groove and Graze is an annual family-friendly event that celebrates food, music and Glen Eira’s outdoor spaces.
Groove and Graze
Sunday 20 September
12pm—5pm
Hopetoun Gardens, Glen Huntly Road, Elsternwick
What better way to welcome spring than with gourmet food trucks and live music in Glen Eira?
This September, Groove and Graze returns to Hopetoun Gardens, bringing an afternoon of sunshine, music and delicious food.
Enjoy live performances from a stellar line-up of local and emerging artists, including:
- Angus Legg
- Nick Keogh
- Canisha
- Sally Ford and the Idiomatics
- Fifth of Nisan
- My Alibi
Pack a picnic rug, bring the family, friends, or just yourself and soak up the atmosphere — it’s the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon.
Recommended for all ages.
Free to attend. Bookings not required.
Free Croquet at Elsternwick Croquet Club!
While you're enjoying Groove and Graze, take a short stroll next door to the Elsternwick Croquet Club and discover one of the Elsternwick’s hidden gems.
The Club will be opening its lawns and inviting visitors to try croquet for free from 12pm -3pm. Friendly club members will be available to introduce the game, explain the basics and help you enjoy a casual hit on the lawn.
Whether you're looking for a new hobby, a fun activity with family and friends, or you've always been curious about croquet, this is the perfect opportunity to give it a go.
No experience is required, and all equipment is provided.
Elsternwick Croquet Club is located on 27 Parkside Street, Elsternwick, VIC 3185 enter from the Hopetoun Gardens
Let’s hear from a few of our artists:
We're excited to welcome an incredible lineup of talent to this year's Groove and Graze. Ahead of the event, we caught up with some of the artists to hear what they're looking forward to most.
My Alibi
What do you like about performing at a community music event like this?
We love performing at community events because there’s such a welcoming atmosphere. It’s a great way to bring people together through live music, and we love seeing people of all ages enjoying themselves. Events like Groove and Graze are also a great opportunity for us to connect with the local community and share what we love doing.
What style/genre of music will you be performing, and what can the audience look forward to?
We’re an acoustic pop duo, so we’ll be playing a mix of original pop songs and covers. The audience can expect lots of harmonies, and easy listening upbeat music.
Sally Ford and the Idiomatics
What do you like about performing at a community music event like this?
We play a lot in hotel and music venues which often attract a limited audience demographic - depending on the nature of the venue and/or location. Playing a community festival is fantastic for the band as we get to play to all-comers, regardless of age or background in a relaxed and open environment.
What is the style/genre of your music? What can the audience look forward to?
We like to think we take an audience on groove-driven electro-acoustic adventure. It’s lushly arranged, all original music influenced by Latin, ska, soul, ambient music and electronica but with the strong melodic overlay of Sally Ford’s wryly observed lyrics. We call it "Deep Melantronica". Intrigued? Come and have a listen.
Canisha
What do you like about performing at a community music event like this?
I love meeting new people, watching all the families and kids enjoy the day. I love bringing my family along to these community events too! The food is always a bonus!!!
What style/genre of music you’ll be performing, and what the audience can look forward to?
I would say I am pop with a little soul flavour. I'm always just up there on-stage having fun with my band.
