Caravan and Residential Parks Victoria

109th Lake Goldsmith Steam Rally
2017-05-06 - 2017-05-07 | Lake Goldsmith Steam Train, Carngham-Lake Goldsmith Rd , Lake Goldsmith, Victoria, 3373
Step back in time to a world of blacksmiths, steam engines and vintage machinery at the Lake Goldsmith Steam and Vintage Rally.
Held twice a year this event attracts people from across the country to view vintage machinery at its finest.
There are 65 display sheds with steam and oil engines, operational 90-tonne Ruston steam shovel, Buyrus rail-mounted steam shovel, Furphy tank rebarelling, blacksmith, grand parade daily, children’s activities, parents’ room, second-hand goods sales, stalls, crafts and food.

The Great Trentham Spudfest
2017-05-06 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | Trentham, Trentham, Victoria, 3458
The Great Trentham Spudfest is a charming , community-focused, free village festival, in the Central Victoria Highlands, themed around the importance to Trentham of local potatoes, featuring fun, food, music and entertainment.
Locally-focused âSpudlyâ food, fun and frivolity is planned for this yearâs tenth annual celebration of the humble potato on Saturday 6 May, in the beautiful village of Trentham.
In previous years, the âSpud-tainmentâ was restricted to the Quarry Street Reserve. This year, the festival is boiling over and spreading the Spudly Love to the four corners of town.
The Spud Hub at Quarry Street Reserve will be alive with hot potatoes, hot music and fantastic entertainment for all the family – Spudtastic activities and games for children (and for those adults who are still young-at-heart).
Three other precincts will add to the fun and variety, with activities to suit all ages and stages of life. You can meander around the village on foot, or take a horse and cart ride to view things at a slower pace; explore all four precincts or simply enjoy one or two.
All of this is within an easy, scenic one-hour drive from the Melbourne CBD.

Castlemaine Artists Market
2017-05-07 | Castlemaine Artists Market, Castlemaine Western Reserve, on the corner of Wheeler and Forest Streets., Castlemaine, Victoria, 3450
Art, Craft. Music and Food. The Castlemaine Artists Market is held on the first Sunday of every month at the Castlemaine Western Reserve, 9am-2pm.
Whether you are after a treasure for yourself or an utterly unique gift, you will find the very best art and design talent in the region, along with live music, performance, sumptuous food stalls, top-notch organic, fair trade coffee, and some welcoming country town-folk, making this market a must-see for any visitor to the area.
Showcasing over 60 established and emerging artists, designers, and craftspeople, the Castlemaine Artistsâ Market offers everything from handcrafted leather goods, to exquisite silver jewellery, slick screen-printed products, earthy ceramics, designer clothing, timber home wares, and much, much more

Youth Festival - Hamilton
2017-05-12 16:00 - 18:00 | Hamilton PAC, Brown Street, Hamilton, Victoria, 3300
Come and join the fun with food, drinks, activities and ideas for young people in the Western District, with live music and entertainment, photo booth, show bags, Mario Kart on a big screen plus information on youth related opportunities and services.

Feast the Street - Benalla
2017-05-13 | Benalla, Benalla, Victoria, 3672
Take a guided tour and feast your eyes on the amazing street art at Benalla’s acclaimed annual Wall to Wall festival starting at 11:00am ,then return to Rustik CafÃ© Wine Bar and savour the flavours of international street food created by head chef Paul Koulis and the Rustik Team.
This event is part of High Country Harvest 2017.

Autumn Flower and Floral Design Show 2017
2017-05-13 - 2017-05-14 | Sunraysia Masonic Centre, 2091 Fifteenth Street, Irymple, Victoria, 3498
Colourful and diverse exhibition of over 130 classes of locally grown flowers.
Including: Open, Intermediate, and Novice levels of floral design, featuring chrysanthemums, dahlias, roses and all other Autumn flowering annuals, perennials, bulbs, trees, shrubs, pot plants, and photography.
A large plant stall, and morning and afternoon teas will also be available.
Saturday, 13 May | 12.30pm-5pm and Sunday, 14 May | 10am-4pm
Cost: $3
Contact: Sunraysia Garden Club Inc., 0407 355 298, billandi@iinet.net.au

Rosedale Speedway
2017-05-13 | Rosedale Speedway, Cnr Evergreen & Rosedale-Stradbroke Roads, Rosedale, Victoria, 3847
Rosedale Speedway is a great day out for all, with Divi II Hot Rods, Std Saloons, Junior Std Saloons, Ladies Std Saloons, Sports Sedans, and Mechanics Race.
Tickets are available at the gate.
Gates open at 5:00pm.

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Mothers Day Classic
2017-05-14 | Royal Botanic Gardens, 100 Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, Victoria, 3004
This year the Women in Super Mother’s Day Classic turns 20, so get ready to walk all over breast cancer, and in the process raise more than $4 million dollars for the National Breast Cancer Foundation.
This year’s event features a 4km run or walk and an 8km run or walk, all staged around Melbourne’s stunning Botanic Gardens.

Yirramboi First Nations Arts Festival
2017-05-14 | Meat Market, 5 Blackwood Street, North Melbourne, Victoria, 3051
This May, the City of Melbourne, in partnership with First Nations People and Creative Victoria, will create a city-wide ‘blak out’, a moving celebration of local and international Indigenous-led dance, music, visual art, theatre, film, talks and more.
The Yirramboi First Nations Arts Festival is an inclusive ten-day festival to showcase First Nations artists and performers in Melbourne’s laneways, public spaces and arts venues. Yirramboi aims to deeply engage the local Aboriginal community while also inviting Melburnians to reflect on its past, present and, most importantly, its future.
What comes tomorrow is ingrained in the Festival’s vision, with the name ‘Yirramboi’ meaning ‘tomorrow’ in the shared languages of Boon Wurrung and Woi Wurrung. Through Yirramboi we invite the community to not only reflect on the past, but dream forward with us.
The festival is co-created with First Nations people and all works are created, choreographed, produced, directed and performed by Indigenous artists. The festival is supported by Yirramboi’s Elders Council of Kulin Nations people, and celebrates more than 60,000 years of continuous artistic and cultural practice

Hamilton Mothers' Day Classic
2017-05-14 | Lake Edge Adventure Playground, Rippon Road, Hamilton, Victoria, 3300
The Hamilton Mothers’ Day Classic is a fun run or walk around Lake Hamilton to raise funds and awareness for Breast Cancer research.
This will be the forth year that Hamilton has held the event as part of a nation-wide event raising money for the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

Horsham Mother's Day Classic Run and Walk
2017-05-14 | Horsham, Horsham, Victoria, 3400
Horsham Mother’s Day Classic Run and Walk is a fundraising event along the Wimmera River to raise funds for Breast Cancer Network of Australia. Participants can opt for a eight kilometre run or a four kilometre walk.
A great family event, it is an opportunity to do something active and celebrate Mother’s Day while remembering those who have been affected by breast cancer.

Mother's Day Classic - Wangaratta
2017-05-14 | Apex Park Wangaratta, Parfitt Road, Wangaratta, Victoria, 3677
Wangaratta will be again hosting the Mother’s Day Classic a key fundraiser for breast cancer research and treatments.
The Wangaratta event will start in Apex Park Wangaratta. See facebook site for further details.

Mother's Day Classic Mildura
2017-05-14 | Nowingi Place, River Front, Mildura, Victoria, 3501
The Women in Super Mother’s Day Classic is an annual fun run and walk raising funds and awareness for breast cancer research. Our aim is to deliver a fun, healthy and inspirational event that brings the community together on Mother’s Day to support and remember those touched by breast cancer.
• 2017 will be Mildura’s 7th event
• To date the past 6 Mildura events have raised $122,349.21
• The Women In Super Mother’s Day Classic turns 20 this year
• Mildura event will have breakfast provided from Two Chef’s Catering, Café de Caravan, Mildura Lions, Frutti Juice and numerous stalls focusing on health and wellbeing and for last minute gift ideas
• Online registrations close 11.59pm Wednesday 10 May 2017 (EST)
• 2017 guest speakers McGrath Foundation Breast Care Nurse – Louise James and Midura Dragon Boat Club members
• Mayor Glen Milne will officially open the event
On the day entries:
Available at a higher rate on Sunday 14 May 2017 (event day) at Nowigi Stage/Mildura Ornamental Lakes from 7:00am.
7.00am On-the-day registrations open
8.30am On-the-day registrations close
8.30am Welcome/Guest speakers and minute silence 8.50am Warm up with Club Aquarius staff
9.00am 2km, 4km & 7km run starts
9:05am 4km & 6km walk starts
Nowingi Place, River Front, Mildura
More information here
Find us on facebook at Mildura’s Mother’s Day Classic

The La Fiera Festival - Myrtleford (17-21 May)
2017-05-17 - 2017-05-21 | Myrtleford, Myrtleford, Victoria, 3737
The La Fiera festival returns to Myrtleford, bigger and better than ever in 2017
Kicking off with Celebrazie Michelini at Michelini Wines on Tuesday 17 May.
Come and see cooking demonstrations by noted chefs Stefano Manfredi and Patrizia Simone as well as Nonni in Cucina cooking demonstrations. There will be wild mushroom forages to keep you busy, live music, annual barista race and grape stomping competition.
Enjoy the village atmosphere of Saturdays Food and Wine Festa where you can try local wines and traditional dishes made by local Circolo’s making authentic dishes from their various regions in Italy. Entertainment until 4:30pm including performances by Toni Marchi, Mick Tenace, the School of Tarantella, comedian James Liotta and the Wangaratta West Primary School.
There will be a fabulous feast of food and wine from the Trentino region of northern Italy, heritage displays, including local historical displays at the Old School Museum and a special mass to celebrate St. Anthony of Padua in the Piazza (town square)
Watch full day of soccer matches and a bocce competition, pizza dough throwing demonstrations, films, commedia dell art and the return of the Living Chessmatch
This will truly be five days of fun, the Italian way.

Hamilton Harness Racing
2017-05-18 | Hamilton Harness Racing Club, Ballarat Road, Hamilton, Victoria, 3300
Harness racing has been part of the Australian sporting calendar for 150 years now, and it becomes a bigger industry year on year.
In Australia, there are 91 harness racing tracks holding nearly two thousand meetings per year. Around 5000 standard bred horses are foaled and registered each year, and the sport features nearly 3000 drivers across the country, with 4000 registered trainers.
Join for an afternoon of harness racing with great meals, bar and TAB facilities available

Rowing Victoria Masters Championships
2017-05-18 - 2017-05-21 | Nagambie Lakes Leisure Park, 69 Loddings Lane, Nagambie, Victoria, 3608
The 2017 Rowing Victoria Masters State Championship Regatta will be run at Nagambie Lakes.
Nagambie is home to the Nagambie Lakes which form a regional reservoir, and venue for many state and national rowing championships.
The Nagambie Lakes Regatta Centre is one of Victoria’s major water sports facilities. The venue offers a 2000m, fully buoyed, National Standard rowing and canoeing course.

Virgin Australia Supercar Championships Driver Apperance
2017-05-18 | Benalla, Benalla, Victoria, 3672
Here is your chance to meet some of Australia’s best Supercar drivers.
Fun for the whole family. Get your posters signed or even get a photo with your favourite driver. All of the fun kicks off at 5:00pm.
Kids, for your chance to win some great prizes, don’t forget to pick up your entry in the colouring competition. Entries will be displayed and winners announced at the driver appearance.

2017 Horsham Outdoor Adventure Leisure Expo
2017-05-19 - 2017-05-21 | Horsham, Horsham, Victoria, 3400
The 2017 Horsham Outdoor Adventure Leisure Expo is a caravan, camping and everything outdoors super show, with big brands, big bargains and free entertainment. Wander through and check out all there is to offer.

High Country Harvest 2017 - Beechworth (5-27 May)
2017-05-19 - 2017-05-27 | Beechworth, Beechworth, Victoria, 3747
High Country Harvest 2017 celebrates the finest innovative food, wine, craft beer and spirits in Victoria’s spectacular North East.
53 innovative events serve up rich bounty from the High Country:
– Meet passionate growers for a hands in events. Food provenance takes centre stage; soil, sun and sustenance are explored and enjoyed.
– Learn from the masters for your hands on events. Produce, production and producers provide the focus for classes, tastings and skill sharing.
– Relax, indulge and reconnect over a glass or a nibble in hand, or sit down to a feast with passionate regional foodies.
Village Bonfires, Harvest Menus, Autumn Warmers, Farmers Markets, wonderful cafes and restaurants and the High Country Brewery Trail’s 7 Beers in 7 Days top up your trip.
Viva MoVida!
A team of chefs and sommeliers from legendary Melbourne restaurant MoVida are touring the region in March discovering produce, wine, spirits and craft beer for which the region is renowned.
In May Movida meets Provenance. Two chef’s hat maestros, one unforgettable dinner. Magic will be worked with the High Country’s finest produce!
MoVida Aqui in June brings High Country produce to Melbourne at an exclusive lunch with signature flair.

Mildura Field Days
2017-05-19 - 2017-05-20 | Mildura Showgrounds, Corner Twelfth Street and Etiwanda Avenue, Mildura, Victoria, 3502
Mildura Field Days – Come and have a field day!
Dates: Friday 19th and Saturday 20th May
So much for the whole family see and do.
There is loads of free entertainment for the kids.
Come and see the spectacular 15 metre, giant Berkley Supertank and learn how to catch the ‘big ones’ with their fishing and lure demonstrations.
Yummy food as well as the regular field day fare of tractors, machinery, and lots more…
Win a John Deere ride on mower or a $1000 of fuel from Tasco!!
For more information Find Mildura Field Days on Facebook

Vesak Festival of Light
2017-05-20 | Victoria
Festival of Light is a multicultural celebration of peace and harmony inspired by Buddhaâs birthday.
Visitors are invited to venerate the large collection of Buddhist relics, bathe a baby Buddha statue, join a guided tour to of the Great Stupa and surrounds and participate in workshops and meditations. Vegetarian cuisine is available throughout the day and night.
The highlight of the event â the evening light and fireworks show. Multicultural music and dance performances on stage are accompanied by beautiful coloured lights and images projected onto the Great Stupa. Experience performances such as Vietnamese dancing, Korean drumming and chanting by Tibetan monks. The night ends with a brilliant show of fireworks.
Entry to the night show is $5, which includes a reserved seat. Entry to the day program is free.

The Great Ocean Road Running Festival
2017-05-20 - 2017-05-21 | Great Ocean Road, Elephant Walk Reserve, Torquay Foreshore, Torquay, Victoria, 3228
The Great Ocean Road Running Festival, 20-21 May attracts thousands of participants seeking to conquer one of the most stunning and unique marathons in the world.
Formerly the Great Ocean Road Marathon, the two day festival of running across Lorne and Apollo Bay has grown to allow runners of all ages and abilities to participate in events ranging from the 1.5 Kilometre Kid’s Gallop all the way up to the 60 Kilometre Ultra Marathon.
In addition to the six running distances on offer, 2017 sees the introduction of the Great Ocean Road Walk, a Kite Festival in Lorne and Apollo Bay, Live Music at the Lorne Hotel, Free Movies at the Lorne Theatre and a Wellness program involving Yoga and Meditation classes on the Lorne Foreshore in conjunction with the Lorne Sea Baths.
To take in the picturesque, panoramic views of the Southern Ocean and famous surf beaches along Australia’s iconic Great Ocean Road, register now at the website.

Run Forrest Trail Run
2017-05-20 - 2017-05-21 | Victoria
100% Pure Trail Running in the Otways.
The 5th annual Run Forrest Trail Run offers runners the most picturesque trails in Australia.
Once again the 2017 Run Forrest will include the very popular five kilometres Kids Circuit.
Staged in the hinterland township of Forrest, nestled in the heart of the Otway Ranges, Run Forrest will showcase the regions world class trails and breathtaking natural beauty â undulating hills, flowing rivers, dense fern gullies and the cool, fresh air of the Otway Ranges.
So get training.

L'Eroica (Beer, Ride Feast) - Oxley
2017-05-20 | Oxley, Oxley, Victoria, 3678
From Sam Miranda King Valley to Bridge Road Brewers Beechworth and back. Jump on your cycling steed and dress in your classic cycling kit for the ultimate lunch to dinner cycling experience.Tour, tasting and lunch at Bridge Road then a lavish dinner and guest speaker back at the Cellar Door.
Part of the 2017 High Country Harvest.

Kiewa Valley Community Bonfire
2017-05-20 | Tawonga, Tawonga, Victoria, 3697
Enjoy a fun family evening in the Kiewa Valley during the High Country Harvest Festival this autumn. Bring a chair, a picnic and the kids and gather by the huge bonfire as you take in the warm and friendly atmosphere.
Kids and kids at heart can toast their own marshmallows over the cooking fire or try freshly roasted local chestnuts. Relax with friends as the kids enjoy activities, glow sticks and the thrill of the bonfire.
In 2016 the Bonfire was held in Mount Beauty; stay tuned for the new venue in 2017. Hosted by the Champagne Club Kiewa Valley.

Beechworth Village Bonfire
2017-05-20 | Beechworth Lake Sambell Holiday Park, Lake Sambell, Peach Drive, Beechworth, Victoria, 3747
The Beechworth Village Bonfire will bring together the local community and visitors alike in celebration of togetherness, cooler weather, the end of harvest, people and places.Taking place on the shores of Lake Sambell, this event will provide something for everyone. All are welcome to mingle, try some deliciously warming treats and enjoy the glow of the bonfire.
The Village Bonfire concept is part of High Country Harvest, the regional food, wine and beer event for Victoriaâs High Country,
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Hamilton Million Paws Walk
2017-05-21 | Lake Hamilton, Hamilton, Victoria, 3300
Hamilton Million Paws Walk is RSPCA’s biggest fundraising event.
In its 22nd year, the 2017 Million Paws Walk is the most important event on the canine calendar.
Join in on the walk to fight animal cruelty and help raise vital funds for animals in need to make every step count.
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Monster Energy Motocross Nationals - Round Four
2017-05-21 | Horsham Motorcylce Club, Dooen Recreation Reserve, Henty Highway, Dooen, Victoria, 3401
Round Four of the Monster Energy Motocross Nationals, Australian Motocross championship is coming to Horsham. Come and see the best motocross riders in Australia battle out for the win in the fourth round of the championship.
New teams, new trucks and new riders will make for an exciting race day at the Dooen Recreation Reserve

Run The Gap
2017-05-21 | Halls Gap, Halls Gap, Victoria, 3381
Halls Gap in the heart of the majestic Grampians National Park, one of Victoria’s most stunning natural features, will play host to the sixth Run the Gap event in May 2017.
Wildlife such as emus, kangaroos, echidnas and wallabies may be seen along the course and participants can choose to complete either a six kilometre walk / run along Fyans Creek trail, go the distance in the 12 kilometre part trail, part varied surfaces run, with a lap across the wall at the stunning Lake Bellfield or for those experienced trail runners looking for a further challenge, test yourself in the 21 kilometre trail run.
With breathtaking views of Mt William and the Serra Ranges, Halls Gap Village is the perfect place to finish. Participants are able to enjoy a complimentary barbecue brunch in Parklands. Fun for friends and family and open to all ages.
Run the Gap is a not for profit community based organisation. All profits go towards funding proposals to add to, extend and enhance walk / bike tracks in Halls Gap.
Find out more and register on the website.

Million Paws Walk - Wangaratta
2017-05-21 | Wangaratta, Wangaratta, Victoria, 3676
Wangaratta dog owners are being urged to register for the biggest event on the canine calendar: RSPCA’s Million Paws Walk.
Wangaratta’s event kicks off at 8:30am (the walk itself starts at 10:00am) at the Wangaratta Kennel and Obedience Dog Club at Wangaratta Showgrounds, where there will be entertainment, food and plenty of fun for humans and their canine companions.
The Million Paws Walk event is open to people of all ages and their four-legged friends.
If you do not have a dog, simply join fellow animal lovers and dogs on the walk an enjoy the day’s festivities. Visit the website to register online.
