Back by popular demand, the Blacksmith Festival will return to the banks of the Maribyrnong River on March 21 and 22. Bathed in the glow of up to 20 fiery furnaces, artistic blacksmiths from across Australia and abroad will come together at the Waterside Studio to bend, shape and sculpt hot steel. The free festival, organised by the Waterside Blacksmithing & Metal Art Association, encourages enthusiasts to join in the festa’s centrepiece – forging a chain link sculpture. Entertainment will be provided by acts including five-piece Balkan gypsy band Babaganoush. The Belgian Club of Victoria will serve traditional Belgian waffles and beers. For details visit www.watersidemetalart.org.
