Caravan and Residential Parks Victoria

Elmore Field Days
2017-10-05 | Elmore Field Days, 48 Rosaia Road, Elmore, Victoria, 3444
3 great days filled with exhibits to help grow your business, farm machinery demonstrations, livestock, tillage and cropping demonstration, ewe trials, great food, kids activities, recreation and leisure activities plus much more.

King Valley Offroad Minikhana
2017-10-05 | King Valley Offroad Minikhana, 108 swinburne ln Cheshunt, Cheshunt, Victoria, 3678
Motorcycle safety and coaching day, aimed at children. Teaching offroad motorcycling skills and safety in a controlled environment.

Great East Rail Trail Ride
2017-10-06 - 2017-10-08 | Rail Trail Bairnsdale., Howitt Park, Bairnsdale, Victoria, 3875
Three days of cycling on the traffic free East Gippsland Rail Trail. We supply all your meals, sag wagon, move your kit each day, transport you back to the start, provide campsites, cheerful people and some fun stuff to do when you arent riding. You bring your camping kit ( or, if you are quick, book some accommodation with us) your bike ( or hire one of ours) and your toothbrush (definitely BYO)

Bendigo Heritage After Dark
2017-10-06 16:00 - 23:00 UTC | Fortuna Villa, Chum Street Bendigo, Bendigo, Victoria, 3550
End your working week with wine and food at Bendigo Heritage After Dark. The clinking of wine glasses is a common sound at this casual wine and food affair held at Fortuna Villa. Tickets on sale now.
Bendigo Heritage After Dark sold out last year so be quick to get your group of friends together and book tickets for a night of wine, food and fabulous architecture. Tickets include wine glass, wine tastings, individual food hamper and a sneak peak inside the alluring Fortuna Villa.
It’s a great night out with a festive atmosphere and more than 30 Bendigo region wines to sample from. Live music around the grounds of Fortuna Villa will top off your evening.
Free buses will run to and from Central Bendigo, but you must book your spot when booking your ticket.
5.20pm or 5.50pm from Sidney Myer Place (next to the Bendigo Visitor Centre).
9pm or 9.20pm returning to Sidney Myer Place.
For event enquiries please call 1300 656 650 or email info@bendigowine.org.au
Bendigo Heritage After Dark is proudly sponsored by Bendigo Bank Insurance. Bendigo Bank offers home, contents, travel, car and landlords insurance.

Australian Superbike Championship
2017-10-07 - 2017-10-08 | Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, Back Beach Rd, Phillip Island, Victoria, 3922
Spring has sprung and we are all set for a spectacular start to October racing at Phillip Island Circuit. With wildcards now announced for the Moto GP, the Superbikes still have plenty to give.
All the action is at the track, grab your tickets at the gate and get set for a great weekend of racing!

Victorian Salami Festival
2017-10-07 | Victorian Salami Festival, 4861 Main Road, Whitfield, Victoria, 3733
Dal Zotto Wines and The Meat Room – Organisers of THE VICTORIAN SALAMI FESTIVAL 2017
For centuries, one question has plagued the people of the Mediterranean; it’s a question that, for generations, has pitted countryman against countryman and sparked spirited debate across dinner tables, over neighborhood fences and in sun-drenched piazzas.
It’s a question that has even followed the Italian community Down Under…
JUST WHO MAKES THE BEST SALAMI?
In a pitch battle reminiscent of the height of the Roman empire, Dal Zotto Wines and The Meat Room will host the ultimate contest of salami styles to decide once and for all – which region is worthy of the title Il Salame Perfetto (The Perfect Salami.)
WILL IT BE THE NORTH OR THE SOUTH?
The long-raging salami debate will finally end with the Salami Smack Down at Dal Zotto Wines Trattoria on 7th October. Mark that day in your diary – it will be significant.
Do you have what it takes to make Il Salame Perfetto?
Are your salamis the envy of your friends?
A conversation starter during canapes?
Do they attract strangers off the street, following their noses?
Then this could be the competition for you.
Salami Making demonstrations at 11am by James Mele of The Meat Room. Learn how to make the perfect salami from the man who has been to Italy to learn from the masters how to do this better than anyone. Along with charity auctions, live music, and plenty of delicious Italian food for all!
Venue:
Dal Zotto Wines
4861 Main road, Whitfield, Vic, 3733
Date:
October 7th 2017
Time: Lunch from 12:30pm
Ticket Price
Adult $75
Children $25 (8 – 12 yrs old)
For more information or to book tickets go to
www.victoriansalamifestival.com.au
or
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/victorian-salami-festival-2017-tickets-35926653588

Day out with Thomas the Tank Engine and his Friends - Queenscliff
2017-10-07 - 2017-10-08 | The Bellarine Railway, Queenscliff Station 20 Symonds Street , Queenscliff, Victoria, 3225
Thomas the Tank Engine will be back in Queenscliff on 7 and 8 October, along with Douglas, Oliver, Henry, Salty, those Troublesome Trucks and Sir Topham Hatt.
The whole family can enjoy unlimited rides with Thomas on the Troublesome Trucks, a steam train ride to Lakers Siding with one of Thomas’ Friends and the chance to win a Thomas DVD by entering our ‘Spot the Engine’ competition.
The event is from 9.30am to 4pm and includes unlimited access to the jumping castle, maze, movie theatre, storytelling and heaps of photo opportunities!
On-line bookings are highly recommended to avoid disappointment, as the event can sell out.
See website for more details

Ballarat Cabaret Festival
2017-10-07 - 2017-10-08 | Ballarat, Ballarat, Victoria, 3350
Bringing the city to life through intimate, interactive and, at times, often provocative perfomances.

Vegecareian Festival 2017 - Bendigo
2017-10-07 | Great Stupa of Universal Compassion, 25 Sandhurst Town Road, Myers Flat, Victoria, 3556
Vegecareian Festival 2017 will be held on Saturday 7th October from 10am to 4pm. With FREE ENTRY and lots of new stall holders, we plan to make this year even bigger and better than ever!
This fun family friendly event is all about loving food, loving animals and loving life. Through various stalls and activities it encourages people to care for their health and care for animals through a vegetarian or vegan diet.
Whether you are vegetarian, vegan or simply interested to find out more about the lifestyle, this inclusive and diverse event has lots to offer.
And the best part is… all pets are welcome!
Main attractions:
• Vegetarian and vegan food stalls
• Cooking demonstrations
• Kids area
• Live entertainment
• Workshops
• Yoga sessions
• Guest speakers
• Animal blessings
• Tours… and MUCH MORE!

Mid-Autumn Lantern Festival
2017-10-07 - 2017-10-08 | Crown Riverside, Whiteman Street, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000
For the fifth year, the Crown Riverwalk will again be lit up with beautiful Chinese lanterns, vibrant cultural performances and delicious Asian foods to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, one of the most important events on the Asian calendar.
This year’s festival will feature a series of activities and entertainment including over two dozen Asian food and market-style stalls, cultural activities and live entertainment, including exciting dance performances, the renowned lion dance, traditional Chinese opera and a lantern parade for the children after sunset. There’ll also be children’s lantern-making workshops, and mooncake and mochi eating competitions.

Mildura Country Music Festival
2017-10-07 - 2017-10-08 | Mildura, Mildura, Victoria, 3502
When Australian country music fans talk of the festival “biggies”, the Mildura Country Music Festival rates a mention alongside the Tamworth Country Music Festival and the Gympie Muster as one of the big three.
The major difference between the other two and the annual Mildura Country Music Festival is that Mildura has Australia’s biggest showcase of Independent entertainers.
What that means is a seemingly unending cast of highly talented professional country music artists who aren’t signed to major record label deals.
The Independent factor gives Mildura a very different complexion, and it’s a successful formula that has worked admirably over the past thirty years. In 2017, more than 70 individual artists and groups will entertain over the 10-day period to celebrate the festival’s 31st year, and the roster comprises many award winners. But then, when you consider that the Independent artists make up probably 95 percent of performers in the country music industry, and the calibre and achievements of the artists is well documented, it strikes home that there is a huge well of talent out there.
A large proportion of the artists performing at Mildura in the past have highly successful recording and touring careers and big fan bases throughout Australia. With names like Johanna Hemara, Rodney Vincent, Kiara Rodrigues, Reg Poole, Tom Maxwell, Owen Blundell, Terry Gordon, Justin Standley, Aleyce Simmonds and Allan Caswell, you can gather a truckload of chart hits, popular albums, and recording and songwriting awards.
What Mildura has steadily developed is something that draws thousands of fans on an annual pilgrimage that would make many non-music lovers scratch their heads in bewilderment. Often driving thousands of kilometres, the fans converge on this beautiful destination on the banks of the legendary Murray River for ten days of virtually non-stop country music, and the Mildura Festival has steadily built is own culture through the years. It’s become the Mecca for the “empty-nesters” – the mature age couples whose kids have flown the coop, the ones who have the time to set out for two or three weeks holiday, and most importantly, those who have a deep love of the music. The wonderful part about Mildura in September is that not only is it country music heaven, it’s also a great holiday destination.
The fans love the freedom of Mildura, and the value-added factor. For a start, virtually all the musical entertainment is free, and the majority of the shows are multi-artist concerts. If you were paying, the value is certainly there, but in this free environment, everything’s a bonus.
Further information can be obtained from 1800 039 043.

Nathalia Agricultural Show
2017-10-07 - 2017-10-08 | Nathalia Agricultural Show, Nathalia, Victoria, 3638
Nathalia Agricultural Society has their annual spring show on the first Saturday in October each year.

King Valley Challenge
2017-10-07 | Lake William Hovell, Cheshunt South , Victoria, 3678
Premier multi-sport event in the Victorian Alps.
The King Valley Challenge involves a 15km run, 12km Kayak, 39km Cycle and 3.6km run to finish. There is also a 3 and 6km run/walk that starts at the same time, this is perfect for those not ready for the full 15km run and it’s a major fundraiser for the King Valley Kitchen Garden Program.

We start the event at 10:30am at Lake William Hovell, this will give time to travel from Melbourne or enjoy a leisurely start to the day. The run starts near the boat ramp and follows the rugged 4WD track alongside the lake and then the King River into the Alpine National Park, returning via the same route. You then paddle three laps of the lake, surrounded by the mountains with only your fellow kayakers on the lake. The ride takes you along the King River down from the lake, you turn left at Cheshunt, left at Whitfield and then climb up towards Powers Lookout. To finish you have a short run on the gravel track for a magical view of the mighty King Valley and the spoils of conquering the Valley.

Ballarat's Big Burger Biannual
2017-10-07 - 2017-10-08 | Ballarat Botanical Gardens, Gillies St N, North Ballarat, Victoria, 3355
Ballarat’s Big Burger Biannual will be held between October 5 and 8 at the Ballarat Botanical Gardens (South). Prepare for some serious drooling action.
The event will also feature a number of unexpected takes on traditional burgers including Mexican, Jamaican, Vietnamese, Korean, Thai Issan, and of course a Philly Cheesesteak and Mac & Cheese Burger option.
So who’s on the list of traders bringing you some of the most mouthwatering burger delights going around?*
Beatbox Kitchen
Between the Buns
Caliko BBQ
Donald & Tuck Slider Truck
Farang Thai Isaan BBQ
Dr Sous Gorilla Grill
Juana Taco
Limp Brisket
Little Brixton
The Hungary Boy
Loaded Gourmet Burgers
Mr Burger Ostrich & The Egg
Ron’s Handburger
The Kraken Squid
Sweet Mistake
The Real Jerk
Sliders on Tyres
St. Burgs
St. Kilda Burger Bar
Sparrow’s Philly Cheesesteaks
Twisted Mac Burgers
Those Guys Food
Wrap Roll It

Craft Alive - Warrnambool
2017-10-07 - 2017-10-08 | Warrnambool Netball Stadium, Warrnambool, Victoria, 3280
Three days to Learn, Shop, and Create with the best in the craft biz!

2017 Second annual Grampians Brass Festival
2017-10-07 19:00 - 22:00 | Stawell Entertainment Centre, Stawell Town Hall, Main Street, Stawell, Victoria, 3380
The second annual Grampians Brass Festival will take place on Saturday.
This year the event will be held at the Stawell Entertainment Complex due to the redevelopment of the Ararat Performing Arts Centre.
The event was created by Ararat City Band, led by Sandra Pope as a way of showcasing accomplished brass bands from Western Victoria.
Bands from across the region will present a 30 minute, themed repertoire.
The bands have been encouraged to use costumes and theatrics to bring their performance to life.
The Grampians Brass Festival will start at 7pm on October 7 at Stawell Entertainment Centre with tickets $10 at the door.

Run the Maine - Castlemaine
2017-10-08 | Castlemaine, Riverside Park, Monash Avenue, Riverside Park, Swan Hill, Victoria, 3585, Australia
Start/Finish: At the rotunda in the Botanical Gardens Castlemaine.

Bibs are to be collected on the day only.

Early Bird Price 5.5, 11 and 14km:

Concession $20
Adults $30
NB: Children under 10 can run untimed in the 5km for free. If a child 10 and under wishes to be timed then the standard entry fee must be paid.

Registrations after Midnight Sunday 27th August:
Concession $25
Adults $35
Registrations on the day:
Concession $30
Adults $40
14, 11 and 5.5km participants gain automatic entry into Run Bird Run 2km event
Run Bird Run 2km event: (needed only if you are not registered in the 10 or 5km event)
$10 flat rate (all ages)

We use an online booking system which adds a surcharge of $2 per person, per event to all entries.
We do not offer a “family price”.

Race Day Schedule:

7:00am – On the day registrations and pre registered bib collection open

8:30am – On the day registrations close

8:50am – 14 & 11km race briefing and warm up.

9:00am – 14 & 11km start

9:05am – 5.5km race briefing and warm up.

9:15am – 5.5km start

10:00am – Run Bird Run 2km start

11:00am – Presentations

11:30am – Course closure and event complete

PLEASE BE IN ATTENDANCE 30MIN PRIOR TO RACE AS START TIMES MAY CHANGE SLIGHTLY TO ACCOMMODATE OUR TIMING SYSTEM

Seniors Festival
2017-10-08 - 2017-10-15 | Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000
Now in its 35th year, this month-long celebration is the highlight on every senior’s calendar. Between 8-31 October, enjoy more than 1,500 free and low-cost events right across the state, including concerts, classes, workshops, games, tours, exhibitions and more.
And, to top it off, all public transport is free for Seniors Card holders between 8-15 October, so there’s no excuse not to get involved!
For those of you on twitter, share your experience using the hashtag #VictorianSeniorsFestival

Mountain Bay Fishing Classic
2017-10-13 08:00 - 2017-10-15 17:00 | Victoria

Drouin Lions Club Garden and Home Expo - Lardner
2017-10-14 - 2017-10-15 | Lardner Park, 155 Burnt Store Rd, La rner, Victoria
Drouin Lions Garden and Home Expo at Lardner Park will feature over 150 beautiful displays and sales, 40 specialist and general nurseries, exhibitors, and demonstrations throughout the day.

This year’s expert is Tino Carnevale. Born and bred in Tasmania, Tino`s lifelong interest in plants and gardening stems from him growing up on his family`s small vineyard in Southern Tasmania. As well as being a presenter on Gardening Australia, Tino writes for newspapers, magazines and gardening websites and is frequently heard on ABC radio giving gardening advice. He will be speaking on stage both Saturday and Sunday.
The Garden and Home Expo is held in three huge pavilions and surrounds. There is also children`s activities, extensive catering, entertainment, convenient parking and EFTPOS available once you are through the gate.
Fantastic floral displays, including landscaping, permaculture, gardening tools and machinery, tanks and water saving devices, shade and hot houses, spas and pools, statues and garden features, interior and exterior furniture, home finance and building, tradespeople and building products will all feature at the Expo, plus lots more.
All proceeds donated by the Drouin Lions Club go back to Community.
Bring the family along and have a fantastic day.

YARRA VALLEY ARTS OPEN STUDIOS
2017-10-14 - 2017-10-15 | Art Studios Yarra Valley, Maroondah Highway, Healesville, Victoria
Explore the private studios of over 50 talented artists of the Yarra Valley. See what inspires them and how they create their artworks, ask questions, book a workshop and buy a piece direct from the maker. Three weekends, one in each area, includes a diverse range of artists from painters, print makers, potters, sculptors, photographers, textile and fibre art.
Visit artists around the Maroondah Highway on 9 and 10 September, Melba Highway on 14 and 15 October and Warburton Highway on 11 and 12 November. Plan your trip at one of the three exhibitions – more details on the website, Facebook or grab a map.
Three weekends, three areas, see them all.

Birregurra Festival - 14 and 15 October, 2017
2017-10-14 - 2017-10-15 | Birregurra, Birregurra, Victoria
Welcome to the Birregurra Festival & Art Show, an event synonymous with quality farm produce, agricultural displays, craft and live local music and held on the second weekend of October annually.
The festival begins with the art show launch in the Main Street Hall on the second Friday night in October, from 7.30pm. The Art Show – lauded as one of Victoria’s most successful – consistently attracts artists from across the State.

Billy Cart Challenge - Castlemaine
2017-10-14 | Castlemaine, Riverside Park, Monash Avenue, Riverside Park, Swan Hill, Victoria, 3585, Australia
We are passionate about creating an annual event that brings together the community with the opportunity to have fun in the billy cart they have built. This is a fundraising opportunity for ELM- a local suicide awareness and prevention initiative.

Bendigo Uncorked Week
2017-10-14 | Bendigo, Bendigo, Victoria, 3555
Bendigo Heritage Uncorked is a wine and food event with a difference. It’s a moving, yes moving – like walking, feast of the Bendigo region.
Your ticket is a special opportunity to taste the wines of the Bendigo region, matched with speciality food prepared by local chefs while strolling between seven stunning heritage buildings in Central Bendigo. It is an event with a relaxing pace, allowing you to stroll from one venue to the next when you’re ready to discover more Bendigo wines, local food and the historical buildings that make the city so recognisable.
Date: Saturday 14th October 2017
Time: 11am to 5pm
Ticket Price: $120 pp

Spring Fling Street Festival
2017-10-15 | North Melbourne Town Hall, 521 Queensberry St, North Melbourne, Victoria, 3051
Come celebrate spring at this 40 year old street festival held in Melbourne’s inner north

North Melbourne streets come alive for this annual festival stacked with live music, shopping, delicious street food, the always awesome Spring Fling Dog Show and a bunch of free activities for the whole family.
Now in its 40th year, the Spring Fling Street Festival features pop-up stalls along North Melbourne’s historic Errol and Victoria Streets. It’s expected around 15,000 people will head along, with locals and visitors encouraged to bring their best Sunday party vibes for this full day of fun.

Light up Geelong
2017-10-17 08:00 - 17:00 | Victoria
Mark your diaries… Don’t miss the first night community celebrations. See our stunning tree light up and the opening night show followed by projections on City Hall! There will be fireworks!!
Fri 10 Nov
Show starts 7pm
Floating Christmas tree lights up at 9pm
Projections on City Hall start at 9.30pm
Waterfront Geelong
FREE to attend
#EventsGeelong
For more: http://www.geelongaustralia.com.au/events/item/8d409587544cc98.aspx

National Ride2Work Day 2017
2017-10-18 | Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000
Bicycle Network’s National Ride2Work Day is Australia’s biggest celebration of commuter riding.
Held annually in every state and territoriy, National Ride2Work Day puts a spotlight on Australia’s bike commuters showing just how easy, cheap, convenient and fun it is to ride to work.
Register now: http://bit.ly/2xLWwb1
Find a FREE community or CBD breakfast near you: http://bit.ly/2xLAFAh

Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix - Phillip Island
2017-10-20 - 2017-10-22 | Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, Back Beach Rd, Phillip Island, Victoria, 3922
World Champion Marc Marquez, crowd favourite Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo will each defy the rules of nature with agility, courage and speed, as they battle it out around the picturesque circuit.

Royal Geelong Show
2017-10-20 - 2017-10-22 | Geelong Showground, Breakwater, Victoria, 3219
The Royal Geelong Show is the biggest four day show in country Victoria. People come from all walks of life, growers of produce and animals, creators of craft, artists, musicians, entertainers and many more to meet, show and share ideas.
There is something for everyone to enjoy at the Royal Geelong Show – and most of it is free!
There are over 40 competitions on offer including beef and dairy cattle, dogs, sheep, poultry, fleece, art, craft and needlework, prime lamb and beef carcase, fodder and pasture, woodchop and shearing!
For the tot’s and teens there are plenty of rides and games to keep everyone amused. Harry’s Bendigo Bank Farmyard operates every day of the Show and entry to the pavilion is free!
For Mum and Dad and those looking for something a bit more, local gourmet produce, boutique wineries are on hand for tastings and our local businesses are showcasing the latest in Home Innovation.
Celebrate with fireworks on Friday and Saturday nights at approximately 8.40pm.
Enjoy a taste of the country at the Royal Geelong Show!

Kyneton Music Festival
2017-10-20 - 2017-10-21 | Kyneton, Kyneton, Victoria, 3444
As far as arty regional towns go, Kyneton is quickly establishing a reputation for itself. Exhibit A: the amazing line-up for its annual music festival

Cash Savage, Loose Tooth and Dan Kelly lead the line-up for the annual Kyneton Music Festival, set to hit the picturesque surrounds of this breezy Macedon Ranges town this October.
Situated almost halfway between Bendigo and Melbourne, Kyneton has had quite the turnaround in the past decade, transitioning from sleepy country town into a cultural destination for Melburnians ditching the rat race.
The music festival, which is now in its sixth year, will feature a stacked line-up of live music happening all weekend. You’ll be able to hear from the aforementioned headliners, country-blues purveyor Cash Savage and her band the Last Drinks, Melbourne guitar pop three-piece Loose Tooth and free-wheeling singer-songwriter Dan Kelly. They’ll be performing alongside Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever, the Cactus Channel, Flowertruck, Karl S Williams, The Twoks, Freya Josephine Hollick, Sugar Fed Leopards, Fountaineer, Dan Parsons and heaps more.
The festival will run over two days: smaller and more intimate performances will take place on Friday October 20 at the Bluestone Theatre, and the main festival day will be held the following day, on Saturday October 21, at St Pauls Park and the local burger joint and bar Major Tom’s.
Don’t have a car? No worries – the V-Line train is only an hour journey from Southern Cross. Bonus for those bringing little ones – kids under the age of 12 can come along for free when accompanied by an adult ticket holder.
