Events in Australia

WOMADelaide
Adelaide
Mar 2010

The World Of Music, Art, and Dance Festival, hosted by the Adelaide Botanic Gardens every year, is a 3 day interactive experience of international music performances, complimented by great learning opportunities. Musicians from all over the world sing and dance for the crowd, and ask the audience for enthusiastic participation with question and answer activities after the live show. This diverse musical celebration biennially combines with the Adelaide Festival of Arts, creating a joyful environment, full of exciting festivities! A fabulous time is guaranteed to families of all ages that visit Adelaide during this event!

Melbourne Food and Wine Festival
Melbourne
12 Mar - 23 Mar, 2010

The Melbourne Food and Wine Festival is a showcase for a large variety of local restaurants, bakeries, and cafes throughout the culinary advanced city. Australia’s best chefs come to Melbourne with intentions of competition amongst each other, and to make sure you don’t leave with an empty stomach. There are more than 140 separate events over the ten days, which include time tested crowd favorites such as the wine seminars, cooking instructions, barbecue competitions, and a giant table set up along the Yarra River for the “Worlds Longest Lunch!” No matter what your pallet craves, this festival is sure to please.

Melbourne International Comedy Festival
Melbourne
24 Mar - 18 Apr, 2010

If you can’t remember the last time you really had a good laugh, you MUST visit Melbourne for the International Comedy Festival. Humor literally takes over the city with more than 100 hilarious shows and stand up comedian acts throughout the month long celebration. This annual event is no bad joke either; it's one of the world’s largest comedy events all year, featuring more than 1000 performers!

Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show
Melbourne
24 Mar - 28 Mar, 2010

Boasting the title of the most beautiful affair all year, this international exposition arranges the world’s most talented gardeners and florists in a great family event. Start in the Royal Exhibition Building to marvel at thousands of gorgeous flower displays, and hundreds of intricate art exhibits of garden sculptures and other handmade designs. Experience a plush world of green grasses and scenic landscape on a stroll through the surrounding Carlton Gardens, where you’ll also find a Children’s section, complete with “earth” inspired activities. With cheap tickets and group options available, there is no excuse to miss this show!

ASP World Tour – Rip Curl Pro
Victoria
Apr 2010

The Rip Curl Pro Surfing event is the oldest contest on the World Championship Tour circuit, and offers a grand prize of more than $300,000 to the contestant that navigates 15ft waves with the best technique. This event has been running annually since 1975, and is still one of the top surfing events in the world today. Watch these masters of the ocean conquer the water, and compete for the highly coveted title of World Champion!

Fremantle Street Arts Festival
Fremantle
11 Apr - 13 Apr, 2010

Australia’s largest and most outrageous gathering of street performers can be found during Easter weekend, at this annual celebration of unique culture. Watch the supple contortionists bend and twist into human pretzels, laugh with the comedians trying out their new material, and dodge unicyclists that circle the crowd, while juggling the craziest objects. With FREE admittance for all, this gala of buskers will definitely make your visit worthwhile.

Camden Haven Music Festival
Camden Haven
23 Apr - 2 May, 2010

Celebrate music, dance, and Australian tradition at the Music Festival in Camden Haven. This event features top players from around the world performing in the best sounding, intimate venues in the area.

Thredbo Jazz Festival
Thredbo Village
30 Apr - 2 May, 2010

Jazz lovers won’t want to miss the Thredbo Jazz Festival! All 15 venues are in walking distance of each other, and the festival will feature over 120 performers. Guests from all over the world will be coming here to jam!

Grampians Grape Escape
Grampians National Park (Halls Gap)
1 May - 2 May, 2010

This gastronomic extravaganza will satisfy even the pickiest eaters, as over 100 vendors come together to show off their special treats, organic produce, and even tasty meat selections at the annual celebration held in the heart of the gorgeous Grampian Mountains. This year, the talent of celebrity chef, Manu Feidel, will be showcased for all to see, as he graciously gives cooking demonstrations throughout the weekend. Stroll through the venue with a glass of wine in hand, filling your belly with fabulous food, and surrounded by one of the most breathtaking environments imaginable. This event’s menu will certainly excite your senses!

Wintersun Rock n Roll Revival Festival
Tweed Heads
4 Jun - 14 Jun, 2010

Wintersun is Australia's finest show of rock and roll nostalgia. On display for public viewing will be over a thousand beautifully restored hot rods and classic cars, over 75 live bands, and even instructional dance workshops! You will get your fill of rockabilly music and want to boogie your way back next year!