Nocturne - Healesville After Dark
If you've only ever visited Healesville during the day, Nocturne offers a completely different atmosphere.
As the sun sets, the town comes alive with twinkling lights, crackling fire pits, ambient music and welcoming shopfronts. Wander through the streets with a mulled wine or hot chocolate in hand, browse local boutiques after hours, enjoy special tastings and discover winter-inspired menus from some of Healesville's favourite cafés, restaurants and bars.
One of the things that makes Nocturne so special is that it's not just an event - it's the entire town coming together. Businesses all along Maroondah Highway and the surrounding streets throw open their doors with extended trading hours, exclusive offers, tastings, demonstrations and warm hospitality.
Some of the local businesses joining the festivities include:
Barrique Wine Store, hosting tastings with winemaker Timo Mayer, hearty food truck fare and Negronis on tap.
Giant Steps serving winter wine flights, grazing boards and complimentary corkage.
Payten & Jones pouring locally crafted wines in their relaxed cellar door.
Four Pillars Gin welcoming visitors to warm up with award-winning gin and signature cocktails.
Kitchen & Butcher, serving comforting winter favourites and delicious local produce.
Willow & Jackson with a cosy seasonal menu perfect for a winter evening.
Beechworth Bakery, keeping everyone warm with freshly baked treats and hot drinks.
Monroe's Burgers, dishing up crowd favourites throughout the evening.
Herd Bar & Grill, offering a warm atmosphere to settle in for dinner and drinks.
Tommy's Toasties, serving up gourmet toasties perfect for a chilly night.
Verso Books, opening late with sparkling wine, local art and special offers.
The Pink Gallery, showcasing its latest exhibition with champagne on arrival.
Silvermist Studio, Morris et al, Midnight Flowers, Kitchen & Butcher, Linen House, Zotti, Healesville Jewellers and Whimsical Creatives, all inviting visitors to browse after hours with special promotions and unique shopping experiences.
Healesville Hotchpotch, offering complimentary tea, bushfood and chocolate tastings.
As you stroll through town you'll also discover beautifully decorated shopfronts, live music, warming fire pits, family-friendly activities and plenty of places to stop, chat and soak up the atmosphere. It's a wonderful reminder of what makes Healesville so special - a thriving community of passionate local businesses coming together to create something memorable.
For the full list of participating traders, event activities and the latest updates, visit the Healesville Traders website or follow their social media before you head out.
