Make a plan. Meet someone. Leave a little space.
The week’s event picks offer several kinds of company: a family theatre audience, fellow football fans, a familiar soundtrack and a community BBQ. There is also a free cricket training session for an evening with a little movement. Choose one that suits your people; the whole week need not become an endurance event.
About this edition: Selected choices for 24–30 September 2026, prepared by The Maroondah Exchange. Last source check: 17 September 2026. All times are local. Organiser details, prices and availability can change; confirm before booking or travelling. This weekly page switches to the next Thursday–Wednesday edition every Tuesday.
Maroondah-first coverage: Bayswater North, Croydon, Croydon Hills, Croydon North, Croydon South, Heathmont, Kilsyth South, Ringwood, Ringwood East, Ringwood North and Warranwood, plus the Maroondah parts of Kilsyth, Park Orchards, Vermont and Wonga Park. Selected nearby Bayswater choices are labelled outside Maroondah.
Mojo & Jimmy: The Totally Awesome Magic Show
A monkey, a tomato and a family theatre plan
Mojo the Magical Monkey and Jimmy the Tomato lead a one-hour magic and comedy adventure. Karralyka recommends the show for ages three and over.
A full theatre outing with two session choices, for families who want a shared holiday plan.
When: Tuesday 29 September, 11am–12pm or Tuesday 29 September, 2pm–3pm
Where: Karralyka, Ringwood East
Listed cost: $80 | Family Pass
Booking required. Family pass $80; check the booking page for pass conditions and remaining seats.
Organiser: Karralyka
Check Mojo & Jimmy: The Totally Awesome Magic Show attendance and booking details
Lions 2001 Premiers 25th Anniversary Show
Football memories, close to home
The Footy Feast Panel Show marks 25 years since the Lions’ 2001 premiership at Ringwood Bowls Club.
A locally hosted anniversary show for people who enjoy football history.
When: Friday 25 September, 11am–4pm
Where: Ringwood Bowls Club, Ringwood
Listed cost: General admission $55 + $3.51 booking fee
Doors open 11am; live show 1pm. Admission and photo experiences are separate. General admission $55 + $3.51 fee; under-16s $33 + $2.54 fee; family of four $154 + $7.87 fee. Check current tickets and conditions.
Organiser: The Footy Feast Panel Show
Check Lions 2001 Premiers 25th Anniversary Show attendance and booking details
Salute to Fleetwood Mac & ABBA, Ringwood
An afternoon with a familiar soundtrack
Covers in the Corner presents songs by Fleetwood Mac and ABBA in an afternoon tribute show at Firehouse Ringwood.
An afternoon performance gives music lovers a different option from a late-night outing.
When: Sunday 27 September, 4pm–6.30pm
Where: Firehouse Ringwood, Ringwood
Listed cost: $25
General admission $25. Doors 3.30pm; band 4pm. Check booking fees and current tickets.
Check Salute to Fleetwood Mac & ABBA, Ringwood attendance and booking details
Mr Perfect BBQ
A Sunday invitation to connect
Mr Perfect brings men together over a free community BBQ, with time for conversation and company.
A simple community invitation for men looking to meet others locally.
When: Sunday 27 September, 10.30am–12.30pm
Where: Central Ringwood Community Centre, Ringwood
Listed cost: Free
Free. Check current attendance details with Mr Perfect before travelling.
Organiser: Mr Perfect – Community BBQs for Men
LinkUP Cricket
Try the training, without match pressure
Japara’s LinkUP Cricket meets at Croydon Indoor Sports Centre in Kilsyth South.
Training is with the Women’s Redbacks team; the source welcomes beginners without a requirement to play matches. Japara’s LinkUP is supported by Yarra Ranges Council and associated with Kilsyth Cricket Club.
When: Tuesday 29 September, 7.30pm–8.30pm
Where: Croydon Indoor Sports Centre, Kilsyth South
Listed cost: Free
Free; reserve a spot through SocialPlanet.
Organiser: Japara Neighbourhood House
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