Caravan and Residential Parks Victoria

Something a bit spooky - Haunted Hills Tour
2017-01-10 | Traralgon, Victoria
Haunted Hills Tours have initiated a spooky Traralgon ghost tour.
The guided tour takes guests to seven different places that have experienced paranormal activity over the years.
“Traralgon is filled with ghosts, there are seven locations on the tour that people have experienced the paranormal”
In the hour and a half walking tour, guests will delve into true local ghost stories and Traralgon’s historic past.
Tour dates:
Thursday January 5, 8pm
Saturday January 7, 4pm
Tuesday January 10, 7.30pm
More dates available. To see the other dates and to book, visit: hauntedhillstours.com.au

Seadays Festival Port Welshpool
2017-01-08 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | Port Welshpool Ferry Terminal, Lewis St, Port Welshpool, Victoria, 3965
Seadays Festival celebrates marine and coastal environments. Marine life display, marine debris display, dipnetting in seagrass and more.
The event is suitable for all ages. Children below 18 years of age, must be accompanied by an adult.

Things to Bring…

Suitable clothing for weather conditions on the day, water bottle, hat, sun screen, insect repellent and snacks.

Bring along happy disposition, an inquisitive nature and a smile !

Bottle of water
Fly repellant
Food eg. snacks
Hat
Sturdy Shoes – no thongs
Sunscreen

Where to meet…
The meeting place for this activity is the Port Welshpool Ferry Terminal

Geelong Classic Truck and Machinery Show
2017-01-07 - 2017-01-08 | Geelong Showground, Breakwater, Victoria, 3219
The Geelong Classic Truck and Machinery Show returns for yet another year this January 7th and 8th.
Boasting the regions biggest expo of classic trucks, cars, bikes, live working steam engines and models, interactive meccano models for the kids to play with, a R18-30 Pratt & Whitney radial engine demo’s, Tractor Pull, Frontiers living history display and more!
A fantastic day out for the whole family.
• 170 Commercial Vehicles
• 110 Classic & Vintage Cars
• 90 Tractors
• 50 permanently displayed Steam and Oil Engines
• 17 exhibiting clubs
• Vintage Tractor Pull
• Trade Displays
For more information go to their website

Foster Outdoor Expo
2017-01-07 - 2017-01-08 | Foster, Victoria, 3960
The Inaugural Foster Outdoor Expo is the regional Lifestyle Expo you have been waiting for. With over 100 exhibitors showcasing the best on offer for camping, fishing & caravanning – you are sure to find something to spark your next adventure!
Get the right gear, expert advice and all the tips & tricks from the people in the know!
Adults $10 entry, Children Free – 7th & 8th January, 2017 – Foster Showgrounds.
Onsite catering, entertainment and kids zone – bring the whole family.
Proudly brought to you by the Foster Football & Netball Club – helping you to explore your backyard!

Sea Days Festival - Port Welshpool
2017-01-07 - 2017-01-08 | Lewis St, Port Welshpool, Victoria, 3965
The Seadays Festival is an annual festival held at Port Welshpool in the Old Ferry Terminal building, on the first week-end of January, and is now in its eleventh year.
The Seadays Festival is primarily a family friendly event with activities and attractions to appeal to all age groups.
The Festival highlights the varied marine and wild life of Corner Inlet as well as promoting local organisations.
As a result of increasing costs to stage the Seadays Festival, a gold coin admission for all adults has been introduced.
The Activities Page of the website has a list of attractions that will be on offer over the 2 days of the festival. Stay tuned for updates on the website as the latest details are added.
The Gallery Page has a selection of pictures from last years Seadays Festival, along with the prize winners of the Poster Competition. Winners of this years Poster Competition will be posted after they are announced on Sunday of the Festival.
Don’t forget the big Summer Undercover Market at the Old Ferry Terminal on Sunday, 15th January, 2017. Market operates from 9-00am to 2-00pm. Entry is free, with a wide variety of stalls. BBQ, snacks and drinks available. Some stalls are available, contact Robin……56852321, for details.

Mountain to Surf Fun Run & Pier to Pub - Lorne
2017-01-07 - 2017-01-08 | Lorne Surf Life Saving Club, 175 Mountjoy Parade, Lorne, Victoria, 3232
Dust off your wetsuit and dig out your runners, the GMHBA Lorne Mountain to Surf 8km fun run and Pier to Pub is just around the corner!
Register now to get amongst the start line on Friday 6 January. Get ready to take on the challenge of adrenaline pumping hills, windy tracks through breathtaking bushlands and finish off on the scenic sandy shores of Lorne in the 2017 GMHBA Lorne Mountain to Surf.
Then gear up the next day to get amongst the start line of the largest Ocean swim in the world at the Pier with 5000 other swimmers and emerge from the 1.2km swim across the finish line feeling like an everyday hero! Celebrate with a cold beverage at the Pub!
Whether you’re up to competing or there to watch all the action, come and get amongst the carnival atmosphere with family and friends. It’s a legendary weekend in Lorne.

Road Nats
2017-01-07 - 2017-01-08 | Ballarat, Victoria, 3350
The 2017 MARS Cycling Australia Road National Championships will be decided on the slopes of Mt Buninyong on the weekend of January 7 and 8.
WHAT’S ON?

2017 MARS Australian Gran Fondo – 9am
U23 Men 132.6km – 1pm
U23 & Elite Women 102km – 8am
Elite Men 183.6km – 12.00pm

THE COURSE
The Road Race covers a 10.2 kilometre loop that starts and finishes on Warrenheip Street in Buninyong.
The under 23 men & elite women will complete 10 laps of the course that includes the testing Mt Buninyong climb, while the elite men will cover 18 laps.

Beechworth Rodeo
2017-01-07 | Madman’s Gully, Mayday Hills, Albert Road, Beechworth, Victoria, 3747
Beechworth Rodeo is a full pro rodeo event prescribed by the Professional Rodeo Association of Australia.
The rodeo showcases a full program of events including bull ride, saddle bronc ride, bareback bronc ride, barrel race, rope and tie, steer wrestle, team roping and breakaway roping.
The Rodeo is a fantastic family day out, and along with the main event offers catering and sideshows to entertain the whole family.
The Rodeo has proven to be an essential event for the Beechworth community, and surrounding areas, bringing thousands of visitors to the region. A great event with fun and entertainment for the whole family.
People are not permitted to bring their own alcohol.
Main program starts at 5pm, gates open at 10am for preliminary events

Peterborough Festival
2017-01-07 | Peterborough, Victoria, 3720
A family friendly community event proudly presented by The Peterborough Residents Group Inc.
Live Music, Stalls, Children’s entertainment and so much more.

Kustom Nationals will be on this weekend at the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit and various events in Cowes and San Remo.
2017-01-06 - 2017-01-08 | Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, Back Beach Rd, Phillip Island, Victoria, 3922
The Kustom Nationals is primarily a three day fun filled party, and will be kickin’ off on Friday January 6th with the much awaited Beach Party.
Please note that Friday will only be open to pre entered vehicles.
100’s of Kustoms and Hot Rods will take over the township of San Remo for the duration of the annual Beach Party, and during the day you can cruise over to the Island visiting some of the secluded beaches and townships, or hang around at the San Remo Foreshore. Later in the afternoon the bands will set up on the foreshore with the bay as a backdrop, entertaining enthusiasts till late in the evening. There’s plenty to do during the Beach Party with numerous cafes, hotels, and other interesting establishments along the main street which is being closed to normal traffic for exclusive Kustom & Hot Rod parking.

Saturday you will be treated to the Rockabilly Festival held at the Grand Prix track from 8.00 am till 6.00 pm, with non-stop music featuring the cream of the crop of Rockabilly bands from around Australia,
Saturday 7th January – Cowes
The bands will relocate to the township of Cowes foreshore from 4:30 til late.
Sunday the emphasis will be on non-stop cruisin’ of the famous Phillip Island Grand Prix track, while Rockabilly bands continue to provide entertainment. Over the weekend we will be demonstrating to people on the how too of Kustomizing!
Beach Partys… Rockabilly Festival… Kustomizing How-To… Pinstriping Workshop… Trophy Queen Contest…. Model Car Show… Kustom Kulture Exhibition… Hot Rod & Lifestyle Traders… Kustoms… Hot Rods… Classics… Mini Rods… Lowrider Bikes… Flamethrowers…. Cruisin’… it doesn’t get much better than this! So what are ya waiting

New Year Races Mornington
2017-01-01 12:00 - 17:00 | Mornington Racecourse, 1 Racecourse Rd, Mornington, Victoria, 3931

Mitchelton Bay Cycling Classic
2017-01-01 - 2017-01-03 | Portarlington, Victoria, 3223
The Mitchelton Bay Cycling Classic is recognised as the fastest criterium series in the world.
Portarlington heat road closures – The circuit is Harding, Newcombe, Fisher Streets and The Esplanade. Roads will be closed to vehicle access. The west bound lane in Newcombe Street will remain open to through traffic. The first event starts at 11.00am and the last event is expected to finish about 4.00pm, so expect street closures for some time before and after.

New Years Eve Fireworks - Portarlington
2016-12-31 21:30 | Sproat St, Portarlington, Victoria, 3223
New Years Eve fireworks – As always, fireworks are subject to weather conditions. Bellarine Bayside- at the end of Sproat Street, is again hosting a family friendly fireworks display at 9.30pm only. Gather on the foreshore to celebrate the end of 2016 and bring in the New Year.
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The Big Cohuna New Years Eve Party
2016-12-31 18:00 | Cohuna, Victoria, 3568
What better way to spend NYE than on the banks of the beautiful Gunbower Creek ! Fantastic Street food available this year ! Elbow Grease BBQ will serve up their delicious American style BBQ , Bundarra Berkshire Pork will have their yummy pulled pork rolls on offer and “Corriander ” will spoil us with their Vietnamese styled Street food !
And not to forget our famous fireworks to see 2017 in with a BANG !!

Mount Beauty New Years Eve Celebration
2016-12-31 18:00 | Mount Beauty Cricket Ground, Mount Beauty, Victoria, 3699
Live bands on a truck stage at the family friendly Mount Beauty Cricket Club main ground. Licensed bar with local food and beverage stalls. Happy NYE!!

Lakes Entrance New Year's Eve Festival!
2016-12-31 14:00 - 2017-01-01 01:00 | Foreshore, Lakes Entrance, Victoria, 3909
Bring your family and friends to Lakes Entrance’s iconic foreshore this New Year’s Eve for a spectacular show!
Fireworks at 9.30pm & 12am and a live band to bring in the New Year!
We’ve got the Chants Carnival & Live Entertainment from 2pm.
There’s Foreshore Activities for the kids including facepainting, temporary tatooes and a petting farm. Market stalls along the Esplanade between Myer and Carpenter Streets and Food stalls on the foreshore.
Family Friendly Alcohol Free Event

Twin Rivers Skyfest
2016-12-31 | Nicholson River Hotel, Nicholson River, Victoria, 3882
Twin rivers skyfest Free New Years Eve Fireworks Show!
There’s family Fireworks at 9:30 pm and a big Fireworks display at midnight looking over the Nicholson River. Come down to the Nicholson Hotel from 5:30pm this #NYE2016 for the free kids activities, live band and food trucks on the Hotel Lawn. Bistro also open for meals. Be there!
Nicholson River Holiday Park The Nicholson Hotel Twin rivers bream classic fishing competition

Dawn Buster Fun Run
2016-12-31 | Geelong Waterfront, Geelong, Victoria, 3220
A great way to kick start the New Year
Running out of time to fulfil this year’s resolutions? Kick off the New Year right and take part in the 5km Dawnbuster Fun Run down on the beautiful Geelong Waterfront with thanks to Geelong Cross Country Club. Entries are only $15 for Adults and $5 for Juniors

Swan Hill New Years Eve
2016-12-31 | Monash Drive, Swan Hill, Victoria, 3585
Celebrate the new year in style at the Swan Hill New Years Eve 2016 celebrations, at Riverside Park.

This community event has it all, entertainment for the kids, local and international bands, food and drinks, family fireworks as well as the famous midnight fireworks display.
There is simply no better place to see in the new year.

Archibald Prize
2016-12-30 | Art Gallery of Ballarat, 40 Lydiard St N, Ballarat Central VIC 3350, , Ballarat Central, Victoria, 3350
The Archibald Prize, first awarded in 1921, is Australia’s favourite art award, and one of its most prestigious. Awarded to the best portrait painting, it’s a who’s who of Australian culture – from politicians to fashion designers, sporting heroes to artists.

Since 1921, the Archibald Prize has been thrilling art enthusiasts, often stirring up controversy and always challenging society. Over the years, the prize has been awarded to many of Australia’s most prominent artists including Nora Heysen, William Dobell, Brett Whiteley, Ben Quilty, Tim Storrier and Fiona Lowry.
The Art Gallery of Ballarat is proud to be the exclusive Victorian venue for the 2016 Archibald Prize, which is a touring exhibition of the Art Gallery of New South Wales.

ENTRY COST

Adult

15.00

Concession

13.00

Student

13.00

Child Aged 5-16

7.50

Members

7.50

Group 10+ people

10.00

Anglesea Rock2Ramp Ocean Swim
2016-12-28 | Point Roadknight Beach, Anglesea, Victoria, 3230
The Rock2Ramp Ocean Swim is conducted at Point Roadknight beach, Anglesea in late December each year by the Anglesea Surf Lifesaving Club.
The Rock2Ramp Ocean Swim consists of three events:

1.2km Swim

2.5km Swim

Kid’s Dash

In addition, the Rock2Ramp has partnered with the Roo Run to conduct the Surf & Turf Category as part of the 1.2km Swim. For more information refer here.

The Lakes Entrance New Years Eve & Chants Family Carnival
2016-12-26 13:00 | Cunninghame Arm!, Lakes Entrance, Victoria, 3909
There’s fun for the whole family each evening this summer 6pm – 10pm until the 26th of January, including the Lakes Entrance New Year’s Eve Festival from 3pm to 1am!

71st Australian Jazz Convention - Ballarat
2016-12-26 - 2016-12-31 | 225 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central, Victoria, 3350
On 26th December 2016 the 71st Australian Jazz Convention will transform Ballarat, Victoria, into the centre of Australian Jazz for one fantastic week.

The 71st Australian Jazz Convention will present premium Australian jazz across venues in the historic quarter of one of the gold mining icons from Boxing Day until New Year’s Eve. Musicians will jam in parks, on the street, and in the pubs in addition to programmed performances accessible through registration for the week or a day pass.
At the convention people can take in at whatever level of appreciation they please, a feast of virile musical performance by musicians who play for the sheer enjoyment of playing music of lasting value.

Geelong Carols by Candlelight
2016-12-24 20:00 - 22:00 | Johnstone Park, Gheringhap Street, Geelong, Victoria, 3220
The Geelong Carols by Candlelight is a great evening for the whole family, staged in the natural amphitheatre of the historic Johnstone Park.
A traditional carols programme with some of Geelong’s best artists and choirs, plus our concert band and lots of carol singing!

When:

24 December 2016, 08:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Where:
Johnstone Park
Gheringhap Street Geelong

Costs:
Free Event

Traditional Christmas at Cooks' Cottage 1- 31 December 2016
2016-12-24 08:00 | Fitzroy Gardens, Wellington Parade, East Melbourne, Victoria, 3002
Visit Cooks’ Cottage throughout December and see how an 18th-century family spent Christmas. Cooks’ Cottage, the oldest building in Australia and a popular Melbourne tourist attraction, has been dressed up in true Christmas style.
Combining modern interpretations of Captain Cook’s adventures, centuries-old antiques, a delightful English cottage garden and volunteers dressed in 18th-century costumes, Cooks’ Cottage is a fascinating step back in time

Yackandandah Carols by Candlelight
2016-12-21 19:00 - 22:00 | Yackandandah Memorial Gardens, cnr Wellsford and High Sts, Yackandandah, Victoria, 3749
Featuring Albury City Band and a good line up of guest artists.,

Cinema Pop Up at Eastern Beach Reserve
2016-12-21 - 2016-12-23 | Eastern Beach Reserve
Enjoy FREE outdoor movies at Eastern Beach!
Between 19-22 Dec, four great films will be shown.
19 Dec: The Karate Kid (PG)
20 Dec: Step Brothers (MA 15+)
21 Dec: Jerry Maguire (MA 15+)
22 Dec: Spectre (PG)
Gates open at 6pm.
Movies start nightly at 8.30pm.
Food and beverages (including a licensed area) will be available on site.
When reserving your tickets, you can also book optional extras such as bean bags.
Please note – while this is a FREE event, you need to book tickets.
Book tickets (below each film): https://cinemapopup.com.au/geelong/

When:

Daily from 19 December 2016 to 22 December 2016

Next on:

20 December 2016, 06:00 PM – 11:00 PM

(View other upcoming dates and times)

Where:
Eastern Beach Reserve
Eastern Beach Road, Geelong

Costs:

Free

Cowes Community Christmas Celebration
2016-12-20 17:00 - 22:00 | The Amphitheatre, The Esplanade, Cowes, Victoria, 3922
An opportunity to sing all those favourite Christmas carols with friends and family at a most picturesque location on Phillip Island – The Amphitheatre on the Esplanade.
5.00pm: free children’s activities, petting zoo, face painters, pockets the clown

6.30pm: Santa arrives
7.30pm: Music by local artist
8.00pm: Carols by Candlelight
9.30pm: Cowes Community Fireworks display.
Children’s activities sponsored by Phillip Island RSL and our local Bendigo Community Bank.

Ballarat Christmas Festival
2016-12-17 12:00 - 21:00 | Armstrong Street North, Ballarat, Victoria, 3350
Big towns, small towns and towns all around the world have Christmas celebrations and now it’s Ballarat’s turn.
The Armstrong street festival is a celebration of food, retail and local offerings in Ballarat. The festival is a single day festival and has been developed around making the most of the Christmas trading for retail, food, entertainment and vibrant activity, particularly for the street but also our City.

Orbost Rodeo
2016-12-17 04:00 - 22:00 | Newmeralla Showgrounds, Newmeralla, Victoria, 3886
Orbost, YES ORBOST is holding its FIRST (in alot of years) RODEO.
With entertainment all afternoon/night.
Kids Entertainment also.
Gates opening 4.30PM Rodeo to kick of at 6.30 PM
The excitment is rising for a fantastic night.
