2009
JANUARY
Saturday 17th January
A Midsummer Night's Dream
Essential Theatre presents "A Midsummer
Night's Dream" by William Shakespeare at Summerfield Winery,
Moonambel. Tickets: $42, Children under 15 - free. Tickets phone
5467 2264.
Saturday 17th January
Stuart Mill Twilight Jazz
Featuring Local jazz favourite David Hines
and The Hot B Hines and also top Melbourne band Bob Casleys
Motivated Jazz
Cost: Adults $10, Children $5, under 12 free and family ticket
$30.00
Location: Stuart Mill Recreation Reserve
Phone: 5499 9207 or 0409 428 572
Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th January
Rainbow Serpent Festival
For many, the festival has become an institution, an annual reunion,
a weekend in the year that’s eagerly anticipated for months in
advance. For others it is a fresh discovery of opportunity and
escapism, a rare chance to connect with ourselves and each other in
a celebration of nature, community and harmony.
It is a multifaceted weekend of dance, art, colour, relaxation,
expression and celebration. Join with like minded travellers from
all over the world to experience one of the most diverse and
exciting outdoor gatherings of its type in the Southern Hemisphere.
Location:
Contact: Beaufort Tourist Information 03 5349 1180
FEBRUARY
Saturday 21st
February
Seduction By Tastebuds at Warrenmang
Seduction By Tastebuds is an annual series of amazing food and wine
experiences across Victoria's Pyrenees Wine region. This month
Daniel Jones will be designing a menu to compliment Mount Avoca’s
Finest Wine. Cost is $110.00 per person all inclusive
Location: Warrenmang Vineyard and Resort, Moonambel
Contact: Avoca Information centre 1800 206 622
Click Here for more information
MARCH
Sunday 1st March
Community Day at Mount Cole
Join with Conservation Groups and the
Local Community to discuss the ecological values of the Mount Cole
and Pyrenees forest, their future conservation and potential for
tourism.
Location: Richards Campground, Gut Road off the Elmhurst, Beaufort
Road.
Phone Ian Magee 5447 8375
Friday March
13th
Moonambel’s World's Longest Lunch 2009
12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Taltarni Vineyard, Moonambel
Taltarni Vineyard is the picturesque and unique setting for the
fifth Moonambel in-style World's Longest Lunch. Moonambel Events
Inc., with the University of Ballarat and the Charlton Catering
Service, will present the finest of the Pyrenees, complemented by
specially selected Pyrenees wines from Taltarni, Dalwhinnie,
Warrenmang, Summerfield, Peerick, Redbank, Melross Estate and Blue
Pyrenees.
Price: $95(non refundable)
Bookings: Avoca Information Centre 1800 206 622
Saturday March
28th
Summerfield Banquet Dinner
Cantact Summerfield Winery on 5467 2264
APRIL
Friday 10th - Sunday 12th April
Moonambel Easter Arts Festival
Art Exhibition, Poetry, Craft Workshops,
Musical Comedy and Dance and historical mural.
For more information view the Festival brochure -
Click Here
Saturday 18th April
Seduction By Tastebuds at Kara Kara
Seduction By Tastebuds is an annual series of amazing food and
wine experiences across Victoria's Pyrenees Wine region. This month
Chris Murphy will be designing a menu to compliment Kara Karas
Finest Wine. Cost is $110.00 per person all inclusive
Location: Kara Kara Vineyard
Contact: Avoca Information centre 1800 206 622
Click Here for more information
Saturday 25th
April
Anzac Day Races At Avoca.
Kick back Avoca style & enjoy country racing with traditional
ANZAC Day activities this ANZAC Day at the Avoca Racecourse. Share
in the spirit of this spectacular race day with legalized
2-Up, sounding of the last post, Australia’s national anthem
plus food, fun and other family activities.
www.avocaraceclub.com
Sunday 26th
April
Soldier Settlers Picnic at Mooramong
Fancy a picnic under the beautiful trees of Mooramong?
Rarely open to the public, Mooramong homestead will host a BYO
picnic on Sunday 26th of April.
Visitors are encouraged to tour the extensive Mooramong grounds
including the Homestead, walled garden, swimming pool and the
outbuildings. Only a 2.5-hour drive from Melbourne and a little less
than 2 hours from Geelong, Mooramong Soldier Settlers Picnic is a
delightful day out. Entry to the Mooramong homestead is $10 for
adults and will be open from 1pm –4pm on Sunday afternoon.
For information
-
Click Here
MAY
2nd and
3rd of May
Lake
Goldsmith Steam Rally
38 Acres of Living Heritage
The Lake Goldsmith steam preservation society was established in the
late 1950's, with a handful of remnant engines operating in a
paddock nostalgically re-creating a bygone era...
From the point, the movement has advanced to the position, where,
not only is it acclaimed as "Australia's premier steam rally", but
to that of international recognition.
The Association's 38 acres site whilst being home to one the largest
gatherings of historic machinery in Australia, also hosts visiting
enthusiast groups, including car, truck, tractor and stationary
engine clubs bringing an ever changing variety of exciting and
unusual exhibits to our rallies.
Location: Lake Goldsmith
Contact: please see
www.lakegoldsmithrally.org.au
Sunday
24th May
Pyrenees Hot Rods Picnic at Riverside
Market
Proudly supported by Avoca Festivals and Events
Location: Dundas Street, Avoca
Contact: Nicky and Gordon on 5465 3411
31st
May – Last Sunday
The 19th
Annual Pyrenees After Vintage Luncheon.
A wining and dining marathon. Join the regions winemakers and
celebrate the end of another successful grape harvest over this
long, slow legendary lunch. Taste the wines of the Pyrenees matched
to a fabulous four course menu. From noon till late. Book early, it
is always a sell-out!
Contact 5467 2233
JUNE
5th - 8th of
June (Queen's Birthday weekend)
Pyrenees
Art Exhibition
Beaufort Shire Hall
Contact Beaufort Resource Centre 03 5349 1180
Saturday 6th
June
Seduction By Tastebuds at Quoin Hill
Seduction By Tastebuds is an annual series of amazing food and
wine experiences across Victoria's Pyrenees Wine region. This month
Philip Hart will be designing a menu to compliment Quoin Hills
Finest Wine. Cost is $110.00 per person all inclusive
Location: Quoin Hill Vineyard, Waubra
Contact: Avoca Information centre 1800 206 622
Click Here for more information
AUGUST
Saturday 13th August
Seduction By Tastebuds at Dalwhinnie
Seduction By Tastebuds is an annual series of amazing food and
wine experiences across Victoria's Pyrenees Wine region. This month
Adrian Richardson will be designing a menu to compliment Dalwhinnies
Finest Wine. Cost is $110.00 per person all inclusive
Location: Dalwhinnie Vineyard, Moonambel
Contact: Avoca Information centre 1800 206 622
Click Here for more information
SEPTEMBER
Saturday 12th September
Seduction By Tastebuds at Blue Pyrenees
Seduction By Tastebuds is an annual series of amazing food and wine
experiences across Victoria's Pyrenees Wine region. This month Gary
Mehigan will be designing a menu to compliment Blue Pyrenees Finest
Wine. Cost is $110.00 per person all inclusive
Location: Blue Pyrenees Winery, Avoca
Contact: Avoca Information centre 1800 206 622
Click Here for more information
OCTOBER
Saturday 17th October
Avoca Races - Taltarni Cup
Enjoy the country racing atmosphere, countless choices of gourmet
food with a wide range of Taltarni’s red, white and sparkling wines.
Adding a little glamour to the event will be the Fashions on the
Field. Categories include the Best Dressed Lady, Best Dressed Gent
and the Best Dressed Couple. The day will also provide live music,
children’s activities, punters club ran by the 'man in the pork pie
hat,' Barry Slater, and not forgetting a strong 6 race program with
full TAB and bookmaker facilities.
Those who like to watch the metropolitan racing will not be
disappointed with the big screen showing live telecasts of all the
Caulfield Cup action. Taltarni Avoca Cup is the perfect opportunity
to dress up and enjoy the delights of spring racing in the country.
31st of
October and 1st of November
Lake Goldsmith
Steam Rally
38 Acres of Living Heritage
The Lake Goldsmith steam preservation society was established in the
late 1950's, with a handful of remnant engines operating in a
paddock nostalgically re-creating a bygone era...
From the point, the movement has advanced to the position, where,
not only is it acclaimed as "Australia's premier steam rally", but
to that of international recognition.
The Association's 38 acres site whilst being home to one the largest
gatherings of historic machinery in Australia, also hosts visiting
enthusiast groups, including car, truck, tractor and stationary
engine clubs bringing an ever changing variety of exciting and
unusual exhibits to our rallies.
Location: Lake Goldsmith
Contact: please see
www.lakegoldsmithrally.org.au
NOVEMBER
Saturday 14th November
Seduction By Tastebuds at Redbank Winery
Seduction By Tastebuds is an annual series of amazing food and
wine experiences across Victoria's Pyrenees Wine region. This month
Achim Herterich will be designing a menu to compliment Redbank
Winerys Finest Wine. Cost is $110.00 per person all inclusive
Location: Redbank Winery, Redbank
Contact: Avoca Information centre 1800 206 622
Click Here for more information
21st November 2009
Short Film Festival
The 2 day screening is bought to you by the Victorian
Independent Film Festival Inc. They will judge over 200 films to
select the best 40 to be shown in Beaufort.
LOCATION: Beaufort Community Centre, Pratt Street, Beaufort
CONTACT NAME: M Trainor / A Beer PHONE: M Trainor - 5349 2017 / A
Beer - 5349 2168
