entertainment
Here in Australia we really are so lucky to be able to take advantage of our lovely weather to enjoy so many fun outdoor events. Favourites include firework displays, moonlight cinema, Tropfest, jazz festivals and opera in the park to name a few. We update this page regularly so why not book mark it so you can see what’s going on around the country or just in your state below:
NSW
ACT
VIC
TAS
SA
WA
NT
QLD
If you have an event to add to our calendar please let us know ....
NSW
Friday 1 to Saturday 30 September
Mudgee Wine Ce
lebration
September is Wine Celebration month in Mudgee and there is no better time to visit. The whole town gets in to swing with live bands, art, helicopter rides; food events and a whole stack more.
Anyone who truly loves varietal wines, sensational food and local experiences comes to Mudgee in September.
Whether you participate in the entire month or attend a week, a weekend or a day, you will enjoy the highest quality offerings and the opportunity to learn about wine and food hands-on, in a most beautiful country setting.
Venue: Various locations in Mudgee
More Information: www.mudgeewine.com.au
ACT
Friday 11 July to Sunday 12 October
Vivid - National Photography Festival
Celebrating photography's vital role in Australian life and history; this festival is a ground-breaking collaboration with 28 participating institutions hosting 36 exhibitions. Festival participants include the national collecting institutions, many of Canberra's smaller community organisations and galleries, professional photographers and photography students. See highlights of the national capital's rich photographic collections through exhibitions, conferences and events, including giant images projected on the Australian War Memorial’s building.
Venue: Various venues in Canberra, ACT, 2600
More Information: www.nla.gov.au/vivid
VIC
Saturday 28 June to Sunday 5 October
Art Deco 1910–1939
Melbourne plays exclusive host this winter to the most comprehensive exhibition of Art Deco ever staged.
Opening on 28 June at the National Gallery of Victoria, Art Deco 1910–1939 presents more than 300 Art Deco masterpieces from London’s famed Victoria and Albert Museum as well as public and private collections around the world.
Lovers of fashion will swoon over the gorgeous Deco brooches made from precious gems by Cartier and the exquisite fashion by Chanel. You can imagine them being worn in the glamorous foyer of the Strand Palace Hotel in London which has been restored especially for this exhibition.
Venue: National Gallery of Victoria, St Kilda Road, Melbourne
Tickets: Adult $22/Concession $18/Family $60
More Information: http://www.ngv.vic.gov.au/
TAS
Every Saturday
Salamanca Market, Hobart
Enjoy the sights, sounds, flavours, action and colour of one of Australia's best outdoor markets every Saturday proudly operated by Hobart City Council.
Set between graceful plane trees and the mellow sandstone facades of historic warehouses, Hobart's famous market at Salamanca Place attracts thousands of locals and visitors, every Saturday of the year.
More Information: http://www.salamanca.com.au/
SA
Saturday 23 & Sunday 24 August
Barossa Gourmet Weekend
This will be the 18th year of the Barossa Gourmet Weekend on Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th August 2008. This fabulous event will again partner delicious Barossan wines with mouth-watering gourmet cuisine.
Over 25 wineries will be participating in a wide variety of special events this year - from a traditional day of fun with great entertainment, fabulous food and wine, to intimate breakfasts with the winemakers, lunches and dinner.
Barossa Visitor Information Centre 1300 852 982
Gawler Visitor Information Centre (08) 8522 9260
More Information: http://www.barossa.com
Friday 5 to Saturday 13 September
Royal Adelaide Show 2008
The Royal Adelaide Show is the 'people's event' and truly offers something for everyone, such as food and wine tastings; entertainment with bands, dancing, comedy acrobatic; exhibitions and displays; fashion parades; competitions; animals (livestock and pets); farmyard nursery and animal petting area.
More Information: www.theshow.com.au
WA
No events scheduled
NT
No events scheduled
QLD
Friday night, Saturday and Sunday
South Bank Young Designers' Market
Brisbane's up-and-coming fashion designers are taking centre stage at the South Bank Young Designers' Market. Committed to showcasing Brisbane's creative talents, the South Bank Young Designers' Market will consist of 40 stalls, which will give designers the opportunity to sell their pieces directly to the public.
The South Bank Young Designers' Market will be an extension of the current South Bank Lifestyle Market, which operates every Friday night, Saturday and Sunday.
The market will be an opportunity not to miss and designers are urged to act now and visit the website to register their interest.
Venue: Ernest Street, Ernest Street, South Bank, Brisbane City
Times: from 10am until 4pm
More Information: http://www.southbankmarket.com.au/
Saturday 20 & Sunday 21 September
Australian Body Art Carnivale, Eumundi
The Australian Body Art Carnivale is a tantalising showcase of body artists from all over Australasia. It showcases body artistry in all its forms with workshops, exhibitions and performances in this ancient artform. The whole township of Eumundi is alive with music and themed with body art as it's focus. There are a number of body art, face painting and photography competitions and a fantastic new component of a Wearable Art Competition which will be exciting to see. Another new addition will be a Pavement Art Exhibition and again this year will be the Art Of The Body Exhibition with exceptional still works of art and sculptures.
Venue: Eumundi Markets, Memorial Drive, Eumundi, Queensland, 4562
More Information: www.australianbodyart.com.au