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Upwelling Festival

Community Event

The Upwelling Festival Portland is a community celebration of the Bonney Upwelling, presented by the Upwelling Festival Incorporated committee.
Upwelling Festival
The Portland Upwelling Festival is returning to offer a fantastic and vibrant way for the Portland community to celebrate the unique features of the beautiful coastal town.

The Festival celebrates what is unique about Portland and the community and showcases an important environmental phenomenon – the Bonney Upwelling.

The Festival will be a free event maintaining the key elements of the Blessing of the Fleet, Street Parade, Festival markets, Local Entertainment, Marine Environment Talks and community art projects on the site.
Information

Website

www.facebook.com/upwellingfestival

Address

Lee Breakwater Road, Portland, Victoria, 3305

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