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A new era: Australian Fashion Festival. Bendigo Fashion Series: Sep 12-20
Shepparton Fashion Series: Oct 03-11

PayPal Melbourne Fashion Festival is an annual celebration of runways, arts, ideas and creative endeavour for everyone to enjoy. Established in 1997, the event stimulates and celebrates the Australian fashion industry whilst providing employment, networking and professional development opportunities for fashion, beauty, design, creative, marketing and retail industry professionals. A true feast fo

r the senses, the Festival presents the most stylish week-long entertainment on offer including world-class runway shows featuring Australia’s established and emerging designers, state-of-the-art production, beauty workshops, industry seminars, forums, live entertainment and much more. The Festival also offers premium tailored corporate entertainment packages and exclusive sponsorship opportunities that include unique experiential marketing and brand touch platforms. The PayPal Melbourne Fashion Festival respectively acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land that this Festival takes place upon and recognise their continuing connection to the land, the waters and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.

04/09/2026

One week.
Over 30 events.
A city, transformed.

From 12–20 September, Bendigo Fashion Series takes over—exclusive talks, design workshops, fashion dinners, and film screenings, with a whole lot more in between.

Just under two hours from Melbourne. The perfect reason to get out of town.

Most tickets are under $40, or free. Book now via the link in bio.

Supported by Visit Victoria and Explore Bendigo.

Discover Australian fashion through the lens of one of regional Victoria’s most creative cities.

03/09/2026

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02/09/2026

ON SALE NOW 🎟️ Shepparton Fashion Series: 3–11 October 2026.

The colourful heart of Victoria comes alive with 20 unique fashion events—from talks and workshops to exhibitions, tours and shopping events.

Swipe through to explore the full schedule >

With the Archibald Prize 2026 also on show at Shepparton Art Museum, Shepparton emerges as a destination shaped by the ultimate fashion and art crossover. Supported by Visit Victoria Greater Shepparton City Council.

Secure your tickets via link in bio.

01/09/2026

OFF DUTY 🌟 Get to know the faces behind the Festival.

There are Festival regulars, and then there are The Huxleys. Melbourne-based visual and performance artists The Huxleys and Will Huxley have been turning heads on the Festival Forecourt for over a decade with their extraordinary ensembles.

Swipe for giant poodles, glorious impracticality and their advice to aspiring artists: make art that makes your heart sing and don’t be afraid to fail.

Read the full profile via the link in bio.

31/08/2026

ON SALE NOW 🎟️ Bendigo Fashion Series: 12–20 September 2026.

Over 30 unique events are taking over Australia’s first UNESCO Creative City and Region of Gastronomy—from talks and workshops to exhibitions, dinners, tours and screenings.

Swipe through to explore the full schedule >

Just under two hours from Melbourne, Bendigo comes alive as a destination shaped by creativity, craftsmanship and culture. Supported by Melbourne, Australia Explore Bendigo

Secure your tickets via link in bio.

28/08/2026

ADD TO CART WITH PayPal Australia 🛒 The Australian designer pieces on our wish lists, in our tabs, and very nearly in our wardrobes. Swipe to see what our team is adding to cart for 2026.

Obviously, we’ll be checking out with PayPal Pay in 4, so we can shop now, split the cost over four easy payments, and not worry about late fees!

Eligibility criteria, terms and exclusions apply.
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27/08/2026

ON SALE NOW 🎟️ Shepparton Fashion Series: 3-11 October 2026.

The colourful heart of Victoria will shine even brighter with 20 unique fashion events including talks, workshops exhibitions, tours and shopping events - supported by Melbourne, Australia Greater Shepparton City Council.

Swipe to explore all Shepparton events including a selection independently produced by the local community >

With the Archibald Prize 2026 also on show at Shepparton Art Museum, there’s never been a better time to visit. Keep an eye out for artists from the Archibald featured throughout our programme for the ultimate fashion and art crossover.

Secure your tickets via link in bio.

26/08/2026

ON SALE TOMORROW 👀 Next, the fashion focus turns to Shepparton with tickets on sale Thursday 27 August 4.00pm AEST for the Shepparton Fashion Series.

Supported by Melbourne, Australia Greater Shepparton City Council, this new regional festival takes place 3-11 October 2026 and invites you to discover Australian fashion through the lens of one of regional Victoria’s most creative cities.

Visit our website tomorrow to explore the programme and secure your tickets.

20/08/2026

NEW EVENTS ADDED 🎟️ Bendigo Fashion Series: 12-20 September 2026.

Bendigo’s own creatives, cultural groups and community organisations have joined the Bendigo Fashion Series with 16 new events now added.

This vibrant and diverse mix of independently produced events include something for all ages - from talks and dinners to upcycling workshops, exhibitions and live music - supported by Melbourne, Australia Explore Bendigo.

Swipe to explore the latest additions to the Bendigo Fashion Series >

Just under two hours from Melbourne, Bendigo is the ideal setting for connecting with creativity, craftsmanship and culture.

Secure your tickets via link in bio.

15/08/2026

ON SALE NOW 🎟️ Bendigo Fashion Series: 12-20 September 2026.

Fashion takes over Australia’s first UNESCO Creative City and Region of Gastronomy with over 30 unique events including talks, workshops, exhibitions, dinners, tours and screenings - supported by Melbourne, Australia Explore Bendigo.

Swipe to explore the first release of Bendigo events >

The Bendigo Fashion Series is part of Australian Fashion Festival’s new year-round platform, bringing more fashion experiences to destinations beyond our annual festival in Melbourne.

Just under two hours from Melbourne, Bendigo is the ideal setting for connecting with creativity, craftsmanship and culture.

Secure your tickets via link in bio.

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