Various Locations,
Geelong,
Victoria,
3220
Website:
www.australianmastersgames.com
Victoria
SPORT
9170219
Phone Number:
61 03 4242 4304
From
05-Oct-2013
to
12-Oct-2013
Game On In Geelong! The Australian Masters Games is a biannual sporting event that is regarded as one of the premiere and largest participation sporting events on the Australian sporting landscape. From 5, October-12, October 2013 Geelong will be host to this mass participation event. Just an hour from Melbourne, Geelong is set on a sparkling bay with a well-developed and welcoming waterfront precinct, and an array of nearby tourist destinations. Over 8,800 individuals from all walks of life are expected to converge on Geelong for this week-long event. Entrants must be over the age of 30 and there is no limit as to how many events an individual may participate in. As well as an extensive sporting schedule, the Australian Masters Games will also comprise a variety of social events.
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Tim Boland and GV Billy Elliot, winner of 2012
170 K Road,
Werribee South,
Victoria,
3030
Website:
www.equestrianvictoriaevents.com.au/Melbourne3DE/index.php
Victoria
SPORT
9139583
Phone Number:
61 03 9013 0707
Fax Number:
61 03 9974 0577
From
07-Jun-2013
to
10-Jun-2013
Incorporating a great weekend of entertainment over the Queen's Birthday long weekend this event is a highlight on the Australian Eventing calendar. Comprising three phases; dressage, cross country and showjumping, 3 Day Eventing is one of the most challenging and exciting equestrian sports. International 3 Day Events are graded according to level of difficulty with stars awarded to indicate the Event's grading. Melbourne International 3 Day Event is a 3 Star, the second highest grade, only surpassed in difficulty by events such as the Olympic and World Equestrian Games. Conducted in the beautiful surrounds of Werribee Park Mansion and the National Equestrian Centre, only half an hour from Melbourne, MI3DE is not to be missed. Spectators are well catered for with the dressage and showjumping phases held indoors at the equestrian centre. The cross country course winds through the State Rose Garden and formal grounds of Werribee Park Mansion. Outdoor hospitality marquees on the Cross Country Course plus an expanded trade village, food court and wine and food show ensure an eventful weekend for all!
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Multiple concerts with huge geek crowds
Melbourne Showgrounds,
Ascot Vale,
Victoria,
3032
Website:
www.paxaustralia.com.au
Victoria
EXHIBIT
9169431
Phone Number:
61 02 9422 2391
Fax Number:
61 02 9993 8331
From
19-Jul-2013
to
21-Jul-2013
Melbourne is proud to host the first ever Australian PAX event. PAX is the largest consumer games event in North America, first held in Seattle in 2004 and nearly doubling in size each successive year and expanding to a second show in Boston in 2010. A festival celebrating games culture, it connects the world's leading game publishers with their most avid fans while providing an inclusive community environment. PAX Australia will combine the exciting program from the international shows with local content and community events. International guests, speakers, musicians and developers will join local game industry representatives to showcase games and community events in Australia. PAX Australia will be held at the Melbourne Showgrounds from 19-21 July, 2013 and will be run by ReedPOP in conjunction with Penny Arcade.
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Nicholson St,
Carlton,
Victoria,
3053
Website:
www.motorclassica.com.au
Victoria
EXHIBIT
9132903
Phone Number:
61 03 9321 6760
Fax Number:
61 03 9321 6751
From
25-Oct-2013
to
27-Oct-2013
The Royal Exhibition Building in Melbourne is set to well and truly stamp its place on the international classic motoring calendar with the return of Motorclassica from 26 - 28 October 2012. Bringing together more than $100 million of the world's most rare, desirable and collectable classic, vintage and veteran cars, Motorclassica 2012 promises to be bigger and better than before - a true once-in-a-lifetime event. A one-of-a-kind event for Australasia, the Australian International Concours d'Elegance attracts the most beautiful and prestigious classic cars from collections around the world, in a display the likes of which is unique in Australia. Held at the iconic, World Heritage-listed Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton Gardens, the event will attract not only the world's top collectors and their cars, but a large visitor audience who appreciate the beauty and design of over 150 prestige vintage and classic automobiles and motorcycles. Incorporating a range of events for classic car enthusiasts of all stripes, including a series of on-road tours, a Classic Motor Show, Picnic with the classics and classic car auctions, Motorclassica is Australia's only week long celebration of classic motoring.
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Generic image - federation square
Birrarung Marr, Melbourne CBD 3000,
Melbourne,
Victoria,
3000
Website:
www.glowrun.com.au
Victoria
SPORT
9174315
Phone Number:
61 03 9285 0600
From
20-Apr-2013
to
20-Apr-2013
Dress up. Strip down. Get ready to shine. On 20 April 2013, Australia's first Glow Run will light up the fringes of Melbourne's CBD. Birrarung Marr will be transformed into a 5km glow course, with Glow Zones and DJs keeping the party going. Sign-up, plan your outfit and prepare to chase down the party. Registration includes: - Glow Run T-shirt - Glow necklace - Glow Run headband - Glow Run race number - Glow Run wristband After the event, the party continues at the post event hub, where DJ's will entertain the crowds celebrating their participation in a truly unique event. The party at the end of the chase. When: 7.30pm, Saturday 20 April 2013 Where: Birrarung Marr, starting at Federation Square Get your tickets at glowrun.com.au Join the conversation on facebook.com/glowrunaustralia Follow the party on Twitter via @GlowRunAUS #chasedowntheparty
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Marong Street,
Bendigo,
Victoria,
3550
Website:
www.worldsnooker.com/page/AustralianGoldfieldsOpenAricle/0,,13165~2618362,00.html
Victoria
SPORT
9173604
Phone Number:
61 03 5440 6214
From
08-Jul-2013
to
14-Jul-2013
The Bendigo Stadium is hosting the Australian Snooker Goldfields Open. Play will consist of the top 16 world ranked players plus 16 qualifiers, with the lowest 2 qualifiers playing the 2 Australian Wild Card entrants. The Australian Goldfields Open will be played in Bendigo from 8-14 July 2013 providing an outstanding opportunity to see top sporting action in regional Victoria. The Australian Goldfields Open is the latest addition to Victoria's award winning major events calendar of exciting, world-class events that is sure to thrill and entertain Victorians and visitors alike. The event will showcase our beautiful and historic Goldfields region through a global broadcast which will reach over 66 countries; including key tourism markets such as China and the United Kingdom.
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154 Flinders St,
Melbourne,
Victoria,
3000
Website:
www.miff.com.au
Victoria
FESTIVAL
9120803
Phone Number:
61 03 8660 4888
Fax Number:
61 03 9654 2561
From
25-Jul-2013
to
11-Aug-2013
The Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF) is an iconic Melbourne event with a devoted audience. MIFF hosts a feast of cinematic delicacies from over 50 countries for some 17 days each winter, heavily garnished with a range of red carpet galas, parties and special events that envelop the CBD. In addition to screening the very best in world cinema, MIFF is Australia's largest showcase of new Australian cinema and most vocal champion of both emerging and established local filmmaking talent. MIFF has a rich history, celebrating 62 years in 2013 which makes it one of the oldest film festivals in the world (one year younger than Cannes!). From its earliest days, MIFF has provided audiences with a unique window on the world and has acted as the leading intellectual and artistic catalyst in Australia's screen cultural landscape. The Festival enjoys annual admissions of 185,000, making it one of Melbourne's significant public events.
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High Street,
Kew,
Victoria,
3101
Website:
www.gardendesignfest.com
Victoria
EXHIBIT
From
15-Nov-2014
to
16-Nov-2014
Garden DesignFest is the largest designer open garden weekend held in Melbourne, Started under the patronage of John Patrick this event commenced in 2004 and has since raised some $285,000 for worthwhile charities. The event attracts visitors locally, interstate and internationally. The 2012 event continued to account for every possible taste from family to formal, traditional to artistic and native to Hollywood. In all, 26 gardens, all designed by landscape professionals including Paul Bangay, Fiona Brockhoff, Rick Eckersley and Steve Taylor were on show. Each designer was in attendance at their garden to meet and talk with visitors about their garden and answer any questions they had. Garden DesignFest will be back again in 2014 on November 15 and 16. In the meantime you can keep up to date with developments with visits to this website and the Garden DesignFest website.
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Mildura Jazz, Food & Wine Festival
Festival Office,
Mildura,
Victoria,
3500
Website:
www.artsmildura.com.au/jazz/
Victoria
EXHIBIT
9174312
Phone Number:
61 03 5022 9542
Fax Number:
61 03 5022 8146
From
01-Nov-2013
to
05-Nov-2013
The Mildura Jazz, Food and Wine Festival is one of the major events on the spring calendar and is now in its 34th year. The event showcases so much of what makes this region a wonderful place to live and to visit. The Festival celebrates all Mildura has to offer and reaffirms it's reputation as Victoria's Food Bowl. This year will be no exception with top quality produce and fine wines again on show, at a number of fine restaurants and wineries. The event also brings together traditional and mainstream jazz. A fine array of musicians, bands and traditional jazz ensembles feature in the 2013 Festival program. Organisers are currently busy securing bands and venues for November. The Jazz, Food and Wine Festival continues to entrench itself as an important part of our region's character and provides a quality experience. We look forward to welcoming you.
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Great Ocean Road Rd,
Apollo Bay,
Victoria,
3233
Website:
www.apollobaymusicfestival.com
Victoria
PERFORMANC
9138157
Phone Number:
61 03 5237 6761
Fax Number:
61 03 5237 6761
From
26-Apr-2013
to
28-Apr-2013
The Apollo Bay Music Festival is firmly on the map as a major annual tourist and community event for Apollo Bay and a significant Festival for Victoria. Over the years it has also established itself as a highly regarded Festival throughout Australia and on the international circuit. The Festival continues to develop a growing Melbourne, interstate and international audience, attracting a multi-age group attendance of families, couples through to retirees. The diversity of the programming attracts new and emerging audiences, along with established followers. Excellence, variety and surprise are all key ingredients to the program. More than seventy acts across eleven venues are presented over the three day event, utilising appropriate partner-licensed and non-licensed venues, combined with two large marquee stages along the foreshore. Future festivals will continue to build upon it's reputation for presenting a dynamic program of national and international performers in a variety of genres including Jazz, Blues, Roots, Classical, Pop/Rock, Jazz World and Country as well as it's commitment to innovative and popular special events. The Festival is recognised for programming headline acts as well as discovering emerging artists. Although music is the focus, the Festival programs multi art forms including theatre, literature, film, comedy and dance.
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