Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula once again comes to life with classical music, world premieres and cross-genre collaborations. In 2026, co-Artistic Directors Melissa Doecke and Ben Opie present 18 events over nine days, including the world premiere of Aaron Wyatt’s Every Plant Has Its Own Dreaming at Peninsula Hot Springs, inspired by native flora and performed by Ensemble Offspring. Other highlights include an Opera Gala with soprano Myriam Arbouz, tenor Jacob Lawrence and baritone David Greco, who also performs Schumann’s Dichterliebe; Karin Schaupp’s guitar recitals; and Ensemble 642’s Baroque by Candlelight at St John’s Anglican Church, Flinders.

Limelight Editor’s Choice

A beautiful, interactive concert with Ensemble Offspring where we learn about the stories of local native plants through music. Meet murnong, lomandra, chocolate lily, garawang and karkalla!

With real plants to see up close and songs to learn together, this fun-filled event invites curiosity and imagination in a joyful celebration of music and nature!

This project was inspired by the incredible work being done at Willum Warrain Aboriginal Association and their amazing Bush Nursery.