ManningJAM Youth Fest 2026

Come and support Manningham’s young performers! Join us for the inaugural ManningJAM Youth Fest, a free community event bringing together young performers from schools across Manningham for a day of live music and performance. More than 50 young people are already confirmed to perform, with even more expected to join them on the ManningJAM stage. The day will feature two sessions: a Primary School Showcase in the morning and judged secondary school performances in the afternoon. Saturday, 7 November 2026 East Doncaster Secondary College 20 George Street, Doncaster East Entry is free, but tickets must be booked in advance. PRIMARY SCHOOL SHOWCASE 10.00 am – 12.30 pm Come and enjoy performances by primary school students from across Manningham as they take to the ManningJAM stage. The morning is all about giving our younger performers the opportunity to share their talents, enjoy the experience of performing and be supported by family, friends and the wider community. SECONDARY SCHOOL – JUDGED PERFORMANCES 1.30 pm – 4.00 pm The afternoon will see secondary school students take to the ManningJAM stage, with performances judged by a panel of musicians and outstanding performances recognised at the conclusion of the session. Come along and support these talented young performers as they share their music with the community. Please book separately for each session The Primary School Showcase and Secondary School session are ticketed separately. If you would like to attend both sessions, please book a free ticket for each session. Families, friends and members of the wider community are all welcome. Come along, enjoy the performances and help us make the first ManningJAM Youth Fest a great day for Manningham’s young people. ManningJAM Youth Fest is organised by Rotary Manningham City and Rotaract Whitehorse, together with a youth organising committee, with support from Manningham Council and Bendigo Bank.