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Melbourne Midsumma Gay & Lesbian Festival
It is celebrated in 60 different venues and 6 municipalities and is a federation of innumerable cultural events and arts.
The festival program is made up of a wide range of events and activities including visual art, theatre, spoken word, cabaret, film, live music, sport and social and political forums and debates.
2011 Festival Dates:
15 Jan - 5Feb- 2012
° Carnival: Sun 15 Jan
° T Dance: Sunday 15 Jan
° Pride March: Sunday 5 Feb
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Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix
One of the major tourist events to see in Melbourne is the Formula 1 Grand Prix at Albert Park Lake.
The surrounding business's run specials and major events are run throughout Melbourne to make this a major tourist event.
Where: Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit
When: March 2011
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VIETNAMESE CHILDRENS LANTERN FESTIVAL
The Vietnamese Lantern Festival is a widely celebrated cultural event in Vietnam. The event brings families together to celebrate the full moon.
According to the Eastern Calendar the moon is brightest in August, (ie. September in the Western Calendar) and enhances community cohesiveness.
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Melbourne International Festival of Brass:
One of the popular Melbourne festivals and events that celebrates the contribution of all the brass players to the Australian society.
German Brass have already been confirmed as guests.
Friday night will feature the Melbourne Staff Band of the Salvation Army who are celebrating their 120th year. One of the finest brass bands in the country, this concert will also feature euphonium soloist Adam Frey and trombonist Scott Kinmont.
Saturday night will be our finale concert with headline acts Leroy Jones and Ross Irwin all-star youth bigband.
Where: Various venues throughout Melbourne.
When:: Sept 27 to Oct 3, 2010
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Melbourne Magic Festival
Melbourne Magic Festival will be held 28 June to 10 July and will take place at Northcote Town Hall.
Where: Northcote Town Hall
When:: 28/06/2010 - 10/07/2010
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Information about festivals and multicultural events in Melbourne.
Melbourne is known to host countless Festivals throughtout the year and amongst the titles of 'One of the most liveable cities in the world' Melbourne could easily be known as 'Melbourne The Festival City'.
Melbourne has such a diverse culture it is the perfect backdrop for multicultural events and festivals and almost on any weekend there is a Festival of one sort or another in
'Federation Square'.
For information on events and festivals in Melbourne you will find many festivals listed below.
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PAKO FESTA, GEELONG
Pako Festa a very popular festival in Geelong is the largest free celebration of cultural diversity in Australia!
Every year, since 1982, it has attracted thousands of people from ourlocal and cultural communities, professional performers, community groups, schools, businesses, street traders and artists from all walks of life.
Coming together in harmony, up to 100,000 people meet to enjoy a smorgasbord of cultural food, folk dancing, the famous Pako Parade, workshops, art exhibitions, films, craft displays, free activities for children and an amazing day of non-stop entertainment.
For more information
Where:Pakington Street, Geelong West
When: Sat 25 Feb 2012
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THE THAI CULTURE & FOOD FESTIVAL
Federation Square and the Riverside Terrace on Sunday 20 March 2011.
The Thai Culture & Food Festival is scheduled to start at 10am with the colourful traditional Buddhist blessing with Thai monks from local temples.
This was followed by the Annual traditional Thai long drum parade through Federation Square, along the River Yarra and in and around the CBD and an opening ceremony at 11.45am till noon.
Melbourne's Federation Square will be transformed into a haven of Thai culture with a number of tents showcasing Thai arts and crafts, Thai tourism, traditional Thai massage, fruit carving, handicrafts and information from sponsors and supporters.
When: Sunday19 March 2012.
Where: Melbourne's Federation Square
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FESTIVAL INDONESIA
Another of Melbourne's festival/ event which is growing year by year.Festival Indonesia is an annula festival held at Melbourne's Federation Square.
Festival Indonesia 2010 is Australia’s premier Indonesian-Australian exhibition and will take place at the new Federation Square location.
Recognised by many in the business sector as a trade mission without leaving town, this is an imperative annual event, now in its fifth year, for anyone
considering business growth and investment into the rapidly growing and very viable market that is Indonesia.
Festival Indonesia’s Trade & Tourism Exhibition will give both the general public and business community the chance to gain more knowledge about Indonesian products and services set at competitive negotiable prices.
Where: Federation Square
When: Sat 24 - Sun 25 Oct 2010
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FESTIVAL MALAYSIA
Melbourne's Queensbridge Square, Southbank is the backdrop for another multicultural event. Melbourne's Festival Malaysia is
a non-profit event showcasing the many colours of Malaysian culture through performances, art and music.
Where: Queensbridge Square, Southbank
When: 3rd October 2010
Times: 10am to 5pm, Sunday
Cost: Free
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Chinese New Year Festival
When: Sun 14 Feb 2011
2010 the Year of the Rabbit - The attractions are wide and of appeal to bothe young and old and Chinese New Year 2011 includes Chinese opera and singing, karaoke competition, numerous stalls of culinary delights, arts and crafts, Chinese chess competitions, lion dances, dragon parades, calligraphy and children's events.
In recent years the Chinese New Years Festival has been one of Melbourne's most celebrated festivals and is great event for the tourist backpacker, locla or family.
At Midnight on the 13th February, the countdown will be accompanied by the lighting of strongs of firecrackers, to usher in the New Year of the Tiger and chase away the bad spirits of the old year.
In line with Chinese tradition, there will be numerous displays of lions dances punctuated by beating drums and fire-crackers. During the day, the stages will showcase many cultural performances by Melbourne's great multicultural local communities and visiting Performance Arts Group from China.
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NEPALESE FESTIVAL
The aim of this festival/event is to promote Nepalese culture, heritage, tourism and trade amongst the Nepalese residing in Australia and the wider Australian Community.
To enhance the flavor of the day, there will be family and children's fun programs, Nepalese Food Stalls, Handicraft Stalls, Business Information Stalls, Nepalese Cultural and Musical Concert and other several fun programs.
Nepalese festival, Federation Square, 6th of Sept 2010.
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POLISH FESTIVAL
The Polish Festival will be bringing a taste of Poland to Melbourne on Sunday 21st November, 2010 at Federation Square.
Stalls at this year's festival will feature delicacies such as pierogi which many translate as filled dumplings or ravioli but neither term really does the pierogi justice - you just have to try it. Or you can try some bigos, Poland's true national dish.
But don't miss out on the placki ziemniaczane (Potato Pancakes) think of them as the Polish version of hash browns, but far tastier and even more tantalising when had with sour cream and sugar.
No Polish Festival would be complete without polish sausages (kielbasa), made even more splendid when washed down with a glass of beer or a shot of vodka.
When: Sunday 21st November, 2010
Where: Federation Square, Melbourne
Time: 10am to 5pm
Cost: Free
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Fashion @ Federation Square Showcase Series
This Fashion showcase series is one of the important Melbourne festivals and events to see in Melbourne and it encourages new talents revealing their ability to mix fashion with accessories.
Where: BMW Edge, Federation Square
When: Last Thurs of month
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $15 includes a glass of wine
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Australian International Air Show 2011
Held annualy at Melbourne's Avalon Airfield this is a very popular event for tourists and locals.
Where: Avalon Airport
When: March 2011
Cost: A$50; concessions A$40; 5-14s A$25; under 5s free
Time: Open to public Fri 2pm-9pm; Sat & Sun 8am-6pm
Trade only Tue 9am-Fri 2pm
The Friday Night Alight is a particular highlight, when the airshow concludes with a dazzling pyrotechnic and firework display.
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Melbournes Moomba Waterfest 2012
2012 is Moomba's 57th birthday!
The Moomba Festival an annual event is one of those Melbourne festivals and events that has been celebrated for a very long time and is also one
of the largest in the city. Part of the Moomba Festival is a carnival on the banks of the Yarra River.
The Moomba Fest also is the host to the Moomba Masters International Water Ski Championship and the flying machines of the Birdman Rally, where competitors try to fly across the Yarra River in weird and wonderful flying machines.
Where: Various venues
When:Fri 9 - Mon 12 March 2012
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Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2011
Melbournes International Comedy Festival is one of Melbournes annual events that tourists and locals flock to see and is held in April and consists of countless shows by world famous comedians and the events are staged in venues all over Melbourne.
Where: Various venues
When: 23rd March - 17th April 2011
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Antipodes Festival Melbourne 2010
A festival celebrating Greek independance day with over 150 thousand people attending.
The Melbourne Greek Antipodes Festival takes place in Lonsdale Street’s Greek Precinct and allows locals and tourists to join in and celibrate all things Greek.
A fun event st the Antipodes Festival is the Zorba ‘til You Drop dancing competition'.
When: Sat 27th -28th March 2009
Where: Lonsdale Street
Enquires: (03) 9662 3307
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INDIAN CULTURAL DIWALI FAIR
Melbourne's Indian community has a very special event held at Sandown Park. Best described as a cultural fair with Diwali celebrations and fireworks rides and food stalls.The events have been a great success with an attendance of up 15000 people from all over Melbourne converging at Sandown for the 12 hour mega event.
Dates to be announced for 2010.
This annual event of the Australian Indian Innovations Inc. includes a grand Cultural Programme, Vegetarian Food, Snacks & Indian sweets, Disco Dance with D.J Richi Madan, Children’s Rides, Various variety stalls comprising Music CDS & DVDS, Indian Jewellery, Clothes and Handicrafts.
The event captures and captivates the Indian and the wider community’s interest whilst showcasing the social, cultural and religious aspects of Diwali.
Sandown Entertainment Centre, Princes Highway, Noble Park
Information: 0403 337 142 Read the PDF flyer
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AWAKENING OF THE DRAGON
This is a two-hour show begins with the Clan McLeod Highland Pipe Band and includes spectacular lion dancing, dragon dancing and performances by our dancing team.
Performances are by our local teams and visiting teams.
All of this is a wonderful display of colour, movement and many strings of 10,000 firecrackers!! A prelude to the main Monday Easter Procession.
When: 1 April 2011
Start: 5 - 13 Bridge St, Bendigo, VIC
Info: 03 5441 5044
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MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL
This event, the major event in the Melbourne dragon boating calendar, will be held at Docklands on the Labour Day long weekend as a part of Melbourne's Moomba celebrations.
The Melbourne International Dragon Boat Festival has become one of the most important and internationally renowned events of its kind. The rich multicultural flavour of the event brings enormous excitement and interest to all Melburnians.
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Taste of Melbourne 2012
The Royal Exhibition Building will again play host to Melbourne’s Premier Food and Wine event, Taste of Melbourne.
The event runs from 4 - 7th October 2012.
Now established as a ‘must attend event’ by food and wine lovers from Australia and beyond, Taste of Melbourne allows attendees to sample up to 40 signature dishes prepared by chefs from Melbourne’s best and hatted restaurants.
Where: Royal Exhibition Building
More information
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Anzac Day March Melbourne
ANZAC Day is the Day Australia pays homage to its fallen brave killed in war. The day commemorates the bravery of Australian and New Zealand Army Corps during the First, Second and Vietnam Wars. There is an Anzac Day March in the city of Melbourne and there is a dawn service at the Melbourne's Shrine of Remberance.
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Australian International Air Show 2012
Held annualy at Melbourne's Avalon Airfield this is a very popular event for tourists and locals.
The Friday Night Alight is a particular highlight, when the airshow concludes with a dazzling pyrotechnic and firework display.
Where: Avalon Airport
When: March 2012
Cost:
A$50; concessions A$40; 5-14s
A$25; under 5s free
Time:
Open to public Fri 2pm-9pm;
Sat & Sun 8am-6pm
Trade only Tue 9am-Fri 2pm
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ASIAN FOOD FESTIVAL
The Asian Food festival is presented by the Chinese Restaurateurs Association of Victoria and is in its 22nd year.
With over 30-plus restaurants participating and special events across Melbourne the program is becoming bigger and more popular year by year.
For more information on Melbourne's Asian Food Festival
click here.
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Frankston Waterfront Festival 2010
When: Sat 15 - 17 Jan 2011
Time:11:00 AM
Where: Frankston Foreshore
The Frankston Sea Festival is one of the City's major community events and is held annually at the Frankston Waterfront.
There are free come and try activities, a stage of entertainment, a food and wine area, and the very popular Tibetan Monks.
And this year, for the first time, the Australian Sand sculpting will be part of the Sea Festival, with the theme
Fairytales and Fables.
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Melbourne Fringe Festival
20 Sept – 10 Oct 2010 The Melbourne Fringe Festival is presented by The Age between September and October annually.This event is held over a 3 week period at various venues around Melbourne. Content is in the form of music, comedy, theatre and almost anything to with the arts.
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The Royal Melbourne Show:
another Melbourne favourite annual event to visit and is held in September at the Royal Melbourne Showgrounds and feautures produce displays, animal shows
and all sorts of attractions.
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Melbourne International Film Festival:
showcases a huge collection of films from all over the world.
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Melbourne International Arts Festival:
Melbourne's Annual International Art Festival is well known for wonderful performances and the presence of popular artistic directors.
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The Spring Racing Festival 2010:
One of Melbourne's major annual events to see is the Spring Racing Festival which is a must see during your visit to Melbourne.
Visitors from all over Australia flock to see all of the events and the fashions on the field see many famous people both local or from overseas in attendance.
This is 6 solid weeks of horse racing and one of the major tourist attractions to Melbourne and Victoria.
The Melbourne Cup Horse Race
is named the race "that stops the nation". The Melbourne Cup has been run since 1861 and this famous annual event is held on the first Tuesday of November.
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Thai Culture and Food Festival 2010:
Melbourne's annual Thai Festival is a
showcase of Thai arts and crafts, fruit carving, tourism and food.
Where: Federation Square
When:Sun 21st March 2010 10am to 9pm
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Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show:
Melbournes Annual Flower and Show is held in the Exhibition Buidings in Carlton.
This event is the most successful of horticultural events in the Southern Hemisphere and one of the famous Melbourne festivals and events.
Every year locals and tourists come from everywhere to see this annual event.
Melbourne's International Flower & Garden Show is a celebration of Australian lifestyle and our great outdoors. .
Where: Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens
When: 24 – 28 March 2010
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The Greek Film Festival Melbourne 2010:
13 - 31 October 2010
A list of some of the movies being shown:
BANG BANG WEDDING
A WOMAN'S WAY: STRELLA
ELIAS OF THE 16TH PRECINCT
FIRST TIME GODFATHER
DOGTOOTH
GUINESS
I'M DYING FOR YOU!
JUST BROKEN UP
MY LIFE IN RUINS
PVC-1
S.E.X
SMALL CRIME
TALE 52
THE LAST HOMECOMING
WELL KEPT SECRETS: ATHANASIA
UNDER YOUR MAKEUP
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