Cultural Diversity Week

To support Cultural Diversity Week, we’re running a number of micro‑events across the municipality. These events will help deepen cultural understanding and create opportunities for connection.

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The 2026 theme, Culture connects us all, highlights how sharing cultural stories and experiences helps foster understanding, belonging and connection.

Cultural Diversity Week is a time to celebrate the power, influence and stories of Victoria’s diverse multicultural communities, and to recognise the role culture plays in bringing people together.

United Nation's International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

March 21 is the United Nation's International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. This day reminds us that while celebrating multiculturalism is vital, so too is supporting and advocating on behalf of multicultural communities.

For details of anti-racism reporting and local support services see Report racism.

Events 2026

Diversity Week Shabbat – Jewish Museum of Australia

Date: Friday 20 March 2026
Time: 3 to 5 pm
Location: Jewish Museum of Australia – Gandel Centre of Judaica

To mark the beginning of Cultural Diversity Week (21–29 March) and the eve of Harmony Day, the Jewish Museum of Australia invites the community to an afternoon of learning, cultural exchange and connection as we welcome Shabbat together.

Diversity Week Shabbat - Jewish Museum of Australia

Hindi Storytime – St Kilda Library

Date: Monday 23 March 2026
Time: 11 am
Extra activities: From 11.45 am in the Community Room
Location: St Kilda Library, 150 Carlisle Street, St Kilda

Enjoy simple stories, music, dance and multicultural snacks, with time to connect with local families in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Hindi Storytime at St Kilda Library | Port Phillip Library Service

Nostalgia Russian Women’s Choir – Live Performance

Date: Thursday 26 March 2026
Time: 12 to 1 pm
Location: St Kilda Library

Celebrate Cultural Diversity Week with an uplifting performance by the Nostalgia Russian Women’s Choir, honouring language, culture and heritage through song.

Cultural Diversity Week | Port Phillip Library Service

Stories of Connection

Throughout the week, Council will be sharing community stories about culture and connection on our social media channels. Full stories will also be available via a dedicated news article on our website.