GARLIC BREAD FESTIVAL: MELBOURNE’S ULTIMATE CARB CELEBRATION

If you thought garlic bread was just a humble sidekick, think again. The Garlic Bread Festival at Welcome to Thornbury has turned this buttery, garlicky staple into Melbourne’s most beloved annual carb carnival. Returning every year, the festival invites garlic bread lovers to indulge in mouthwatering variations—from cheesy bacon pull-aparts to spicy Mexican riffs—all starting at just $5 a slice.

The festival isn’t just about the bread. Attendees have enjoyed fun garlic-themed games like bread bingo, relay races, and even garlic-inspired cocktails and desserts. Best of all? Entry is free, but booking is recommended to snag a seat in the ever-popular beer garden.

Mark your calendar: this is the carb party that keeps Melbourne coming back for more.