Palmerston has a rapidly growing reputation as a place where events and activities are recognised as a valuable part of our vibrant and diverse community.
Council delivers a number of annual events and activities that enables people living, working or visiting our city to experience and participate in.
View the 2023 events and activities calendar.

Geek Squad
When: 2 February 2023, 3:00pm - 16 December 2023, 4:30pm
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: FREE
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: FREE
Meet other local Anime Fans to watch and discuss all things Anime.

Low Sensory Christmas Wonderland
When: 15 December 2023, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Goyder Square, Palmerston
Admission: FREE (registration required)
Location: Goyder Square, Palmerston
Admission: FREE (registration required)
Christmas Wonderland is returning and we're kicking the season off with a low sensory event. This event has been tailored to provide a more relaxed...

Late Nights at the Library
When: 15 December 2023, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: FREE
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: FREE
Looking to meet like-minded people? Late Nights at the Library is calling your name.
Join us for a range of free activities and workshops. It...

Christmas Wonderland
When: 16 December 2023, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Palmerston CBD
Admission: Free
Location: Palmerston CBD
Admission: Free
Goyder Square will once again be transformed into a ‘Christmas Wonderland’ offering eight nights of magical entertainment.

Christmas Markers Market
When: 16 December 2023, 5:00pm - 23 December 2023, 9:00pm
Location: Recreation Centre
Admission: FREE!
Location: Recreation Centre
Admission: FREE!
As part of 2023's Christmas Wonderland, we’ve teamed up with Tactile Arts this year. Come along and check out 30 craft stalls, perfect for...

SWELL Grand Opening
When: 17 December 2023, 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: SWELL, 31 Tilston Ave, Moulden
Admission: FREE
Location: SWELL, 31 Tilston Ave, Moulden
Admission: FREE
Countdown...
Join us for the Opening of SWELL!
Get ready to eat, play, and escape the heat at Palmerston's brand-new Swimming, Wellness, Event, Leisure, and...

Christmas Wonderland
When: 17 December 2023, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Palmerston CBD
Admission: Free
Location: Palmerston CBD
Admission: Free
Goyder Square will once again be transformed into a ‘Christmas Wonderland’ offering eight nights of magical entertainment.

Christmas Craft Week
When: 18 December 2023, 10:00am - 11:30am
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: Free
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: Free
Enjoy FREE Christmas-inspired activities.

Christmas Wonderland
When: 18 December 2023, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Palmerston CBD
Admission: Free
Location: Palmerston CBD
Admission: Free
Goyder Square will once again be transformed into a ‘Christmas Wonderland’ offering eight nights of magical entertainment.

Christmas Craft Week
When: 19 December 2023, 10:00am - 11:30am
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: Free
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: Free
Enjoy FREE Christmas-inspired activities.

Christmas Wonderland
When: 19 December 2023, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Palmerston CBD
Admission: Free
Location: Palmerston CBD
Admission: Free
Goyder Square will once again be transformed into a ‘Christmas Wonderland’ offering eight nights of magical entertainment.

Christmas Craft Week
When: 20 December 2023, 10:00am - 11:30am
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: Free
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: Free
Enjoy FREE Christmas-inspired activities.

Christmas Wonderland
When: 20 December 2023, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Palmerston CBD
Admission: Free
Location: Palmerston CBD
Admission: Free
Goyder Square will once again be transformed into a ‘Christmas Wonderland’ offering eight nights of magical entertainment.

Christmas Craft Week
When: 21 December 2023, 10:00am - 11:30am
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: Free
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: Free
Enjoy FREE Christmas-inspired activities.

Christmas Wonderland
When: 21 December 2023, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Palmerston CBD
Admission: Free
Location: Palmerston CBD
Admission: Free
Goyder Square will once again be transformed into a ‘Christmas Wonderland’ offering eight nights of magical entertainment.

Christmas Wonderland
When: 23 December 2023, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Palmerston CBD
Admission: Free
Location: Palmerston CBD
Admission: Free
Goyder Square will once again be transformed into a ‘Christmas Wonderland’ offering eight nights of magical entertainment.

Late Nights at the Library
When: 5 January 2024, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: FREE
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: FREE
Looking to meet like-minded people? Late Nights at the Library is calling your name.
Join us for a range of free activities and workshops. It...

Late Nights at the Library
When: 19 January 2024, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: FREE
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: FREE
Looking to meet like-minded people? Late Nights at the Library is calling your name.
Join us for a range of free activities and workshops. It...

Late Nights at the Library
When: 2 February 2024, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: FREE
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: FREE
Looking to meet like-minded people? Late Nights at the Library is calling your name.
Join us for a range of free activities and workshops. It...

Late Nights at the Library
When: 16 February 2024, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: FREE
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: FREE
Looking to meet like-minded people? Late Nights at the Library is calling your name.
Join us for a range of free activities and workshops. It...

Late Nights at the Library
When: 1 March 2024, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: FREE
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: FREE
Looking to meet like-minded people? Late Nights at the Library is calling your name.
Join us for a range of free activities and workshops. It...

Late Nights at the Library
When: 15 March 2024, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: FREE
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: FREE
Looking to meet like-minded people? Late Nights at the Library is calling your name.
Join us for a range of free activities and workshops. It...

Late Nights at the Library
When: 29 March 2024, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: FREE
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: FREE
Looking to meet like-minded people? Late Nights at the Library is calling your name.
Join us for a range of free activities and workshops. It...

Late Nights at the Library
When: 12 April 2024, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: FREE
Location: City of Palmerston Library
Admission: FREE
Looking to meet like-minded people? Late Nights at the Library is calling your name.
Join us for a range of free activities and workshops. It...