Directory
Lower Johnston Street District includes (but isn’t limited to) venues on Johnston Street in Abbotsford and surrounds.
Below is the latest public transport information on how to get to us. Where possible, we encourage travel by foot. For further details please visit here.
Closest train station: Victoria Park Station
Closest bus stop: Trenerry Cres/Johnston St (Abbotsford), Victoria Park Railway Station/270 Johnston St (Abbotsford), Johnston St/Hoddle St (Abbotsford)
Closest tram station: 20-Lennox St/Victoria St (Richmond)
On street and off-street car parking is available. Please refer to the relevant street signs for parking information.
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All The Very Best
The gallery will be open on Saturday 31st October from 1pm-6pm and they will have some trick or treats to give out to small-er visitors. There will be an exhibition on during that time by local Melbourne artist Faith Spencer, called ‘If Stars were to touch me I’d feel it’.

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Bendigo Hotel
The Bendigo Hotel, fondly referred to as The Bendi, serves as Collingwood's cherished live music sanctuary. In addition to its vibrant music scene, it will be hosting an art exhibition showcasing local artists.

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Bodriggy
In line with their Latin kitchen, they will be heavily decorating the venue with Day of the Dead attire. During the day there will be a doggie halloween runway costume competition with plenty of prizes for all involved. Later in the evening come back for DJs after dropping the dogs back home.

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Dr Morse
Australias leading Italo Disco DJ/Collector George Hysteric (owner of famed record label Mothball records) will be theming the evenings soundtrack as 'Italoween'. All staff will be dressed up and we will be running a 'Halloweeny Martini' cocktail special for the day.

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Dutch Vinyl
Explore Dutch Vinyl's extensive selection of over 40,000 new and used vinyl records, accompanied by sleeves and accessories, while they have live DJs spinning vinyl records. Don't miss their discount section out front for some extra finds.

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Gallery Midlandia
Specialising in original art, jewellery, objects, furniture and books from 1930-1970 with a focus on works from Scandinavia, Europe, Japan, USA and Australia. They’ll be offering lollies to all visitors on Saturday including some special ones from Sweden!

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Gilbees
Gilbees is community-centered cafe serving exceptional breakfasts and specialty sandwiches. This Halloween they’ll have a selection of gourmet Australian food and wine in their leafy courtyard garden.

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HPS Wellness
Holly Peyton-Smith simplifies wellness concepts into an easily understandable health approach. The clinic will be open for Halloween, with the door propped open for people to have a peek inside, some Halloween decorations, treats and a few simple herbal/apothecary-themed activities.

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Kaede Japanese Cafe
Homely Japanese cuisine with a coffee-first approach feat. disco tunes. Kaede’s menu offers options like mini milk buns, chicken katsu sandos, onigirazu, and teishoku, with plenty of vegan and vegetarian choices.

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Kelso's Sandwiches
Kelso's Sandwiches have been serving up top-notch sandwiches, burgers, beers, and housemade pickles since 2016. They've got a spooky sandwich special that's sure to make your taste buds sing!

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Lulie Tavern
This Halloween, Lulie Tavern is crawling out of the grave for one big, loud and deeply unholy night of live music, haunted DJs, creepy specials and questionable decisions.

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Park Hotel
The Park Hotel are putting on a show with a spooky-disco dress up, spooky disco music and a best-dressed comp, as well as halloween-cocktails. Dogs are more than welcome in the courtyard.

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Mavis The Grocer
Part artisanal retailer and part cafe, Mavis The Grocer focuses on produce that is seasonal, sustainable and organic wherever possible. They’ll have some spooky specials and treats for the kids.

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Retreat Hotel
The Retreat will be hosting a variety of 80's live music and 80's themed temporary tattoos. Take a seat in their outdoor seating out the front so you can soak in the spooky vibes. Don't miss out on the fun!

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Ricordino Studio
Ricordino is a Melbourne-based creative studio and retail space creating original artworks, handmade ceramics, and thoughtfully curated goods inspired by food, culture, memory, and everyday rituals. They will be hosting a stamp rally with participants!

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Rita's Pizza
Looking for a tasty lunch & dinner deal during LOJO Fest? Look no further than the iconic Rita's Pizza! Enjoy spooky pizza and drink specials. It’s the perfect spot to fuel up and get back to the festivities.

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Runner Up Rooftop Bar
Perched above 35 Johnston St in Collingwood Yards, with 270 degree* views of Melbourne’s magnificent inner north, Runner Up offers a casual and carefree venue to frequent with familiar faces or future friends. They’ll have drink specials, decorations and dress up
prizes.
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Thin Slizzy
Get ready to unleash your inner queen of disco at Thin Sllzzy’s. They're hosting the World's Worst Karaoke, so grab a drink for a little liquid courage and hit the stage. Let's see those disco boots on stage and get ready to sing your heart out!

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The Yarra Hotel
Step into The Yarra Hotel, where live music, burgers, and seafood await in a vibrant, historic pub. They will be having a tarot reading on the stage in the front bar, and also Halloween-themed cocktails and shots.

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Mikey's Bar
Cold beer on tap, a wine list worth exploring and cocktails that go from the classics to something you didn't know you needed. Spooky movies in the beer garden from 8pm, costumes and Halloween drink specials as well.

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Macgregors Original
Macgregors Original is a burger shop with a three-burger menu and chips cooked in beef tallow. This Halloween they’re bringing us some spooky specials.

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