Man With A Pram brings families together on Father’s Day weekend

Published on 12 September 2025

Families turned out in force for the Man With A Pram event at Mansfield Botanic Park on Saturday 6 September, celebrating Father’s Day weekend and the important role dads play in our community. 

More than 70 dads, mums and children came together to enjoy the sunshine and make meaningful connections. 

The event featured breakfast burgers and coffee from local favourite The Horseless Cart, face painting by Chele and a variety of children’s activities making — a fun time for all ages. 

Man With A Pram is a growing national and global movement by the Dads Group organisation aimed at bringing fathers and families together to raise awareness of men’s mental health and promote stronger local communities through relaxed and inclusive events. 

Mayor Cr Stevie Rabie said the event was important for building connections. 

“New dads can often feel lost and isolated as they start their journey as a parent. Events like Man With A Pram are a great way to bring dads together and show that they’re not alone. We want to help every dad in Mansfield to stay connected and to know that support is available,” he said. 

Council partnered with Mansfield’s local Dads Group — Dads of Mansfield — to deliver Saturday’s event, with support from the Victorian Department of Health Dads Group Grant. 

Dads in Mansfield Shire are also invited to join the next Dads Group catch-up, a relaxed opportunity for dads to get together, have a chat and share the journey. The catch-up is at 9am, Sunday 14 September at the Mansfield Botanic Park.  

To stay updated or get involved visit dadsgroup.org/dads-of-mansfield.