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updated Thursday 25th February 2010
February 2010
| Contemporary Australian Silver & Metalwork Exhibition | |
| Date | Wednesday January 20th to Monday March 8th |
| Location | Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery, Crn of Civic Reserve and Dunns Rd., Mornington. |
| Contact & Bookings | Telephone: 03 5975 4395 Website: http://mprg.mornpen.vic.gov.au |
| A Buda Historic Home & Garden exhibition (toured by NETS Victoria) This biennial exhibition, established in 1988, commemorates the work of colonial gold and silversmith, Ernest Leviny, who lived at Buda. This fascinating display endeavours to celebrate and continue the traditions of the metalsmith craft, by placing the works in a contemporary context. | |
| Montalto Sculpture Prize Finalists Exhibition | |
| Date | Sunday 14th February to Wednesday 28th April |
| Location | 33 Shoreham Rd, Red Hill |
| Contact & Bookings | Â Montalto Olive Grove and Vineyard Phone: 03 5989 8412 Further details re the exhibition is available at their website.... |
| The Montalto Sculpture Prize $20,000
acquisitive award and Pennon Hill peopleÂ’s choice award $1,000
(non-acquisitive). Is open to all artists working in any medium. The
Montalto Sculpture Prize was conceived by John & Wendy Mitchell, a
further extension of their vision for a winery that combined estate
grown premium wines with award winning architectural design and one of
the best restaurants on the Mornington Peninsula. In 2003 their passion
for supporting the visual arts was realised with an annual sculpture
prize. Montalto Vineyard and Olive Grove provides a picturesque outdoor gallery that embraces all aspects of the vineyard, from the orchard and olive groves to the herb garden and wetlands. Curated by Neil Williams, the sculptures are creatively sited throughout the 50 acre property. The collection has now become an integral part of Montalto, adding interest and creative energy to an otherwise idyllic scene. | |
| Garden Carnival Maize Maze | |
| Date | Saturday 20th February to Monday 3rd May |
| Location | The Enchanted Maze Garden, 55 Purves Rd, Arthurs Seat. |
| Contact & Bookings | Phone 03 5981 8449 Â |
| Roll up, Roll up to The Enchanted Maze Garden Carnival running from the 26th December 2009 to the 26th January 2010. Every CHILD gets to play classic carnival games in our sideshow alley like knock em down, ring toss etc. A prize for every child. All the old fashion carnival favourites for all to enjoys like fairy floss, show bags and choc tops to name a few. Spend an old fashioned family day out which will sure to be fun for the whole family. | |
| Western Port Festival | |||||||||
| Date | Friday 26th to Sunday 28th February | ||||||||
| Location | Hastings Foreshore | ||||||||
| Contact | Tammie Johnstone 5979 3783 Further information available at their website... | ||||||||
Family friendly entertainment featuring bands, street parade, community displays, art, craft market, car show, fireworks and more.
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| Shakespeares A Comedy of Errors at Montalto | |
| Date | Sunday 28th February |
| Location | Montalto Vineyard & Olive Grove, 33 Shoreham Road, Red Hill South |
| Contact & Bookings | (03) 5989 8412 |
| Performed in the natural amphitheatre of the beautiful Trout Dam picnic spot, with the vines as a backdrop, enjoy lunch and a rollicking afternoon. | |
March 2010
| Contemporary Australian Silver & Metalwork Exhibition | |
| Date | Upto Monday March 8th |
| Location | Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery, Crn of Civic Reserve and Dunns Rd., Mornington. |
| Contact & Bookings | Telephone: 03 5975 4395 Website:http://mprg.mornpen.vic.gov.au |
| A Buda Historic Home & Garden exhibition (toured by NETS Victoria) This biennial exhibition, established in 1988, commemorates the work of colonial gold and silversmith, Ernest Leviny, who lived at Buda. This fascinating display endeavours to celebrate and continue the traditions of the metalsmith craft, by placing the works in a contemporary context. | |
| Montalto Sculpture Prize Finalists Exhibition | |
| Date | All of March to Wednesday 28th April |
| Location | 33 Shoreham Rd, Red Hill |
| Contact & Bookings | Â Montalto Olive Grove and Vineyard Phone: 03 5989 8412 Further details re the exhibition is available at their website.... |
| The Montalto Sculpture Prize $20,000 acquisitive award and Pennon Hill peopleÂ’s choice award $1,000 (non-acquisitive). Is open to all artists working in any medium. The Montalto Sculpture Prize was conceived by John & Wendy Mitchell, a further extension of their vision for a winery that combined estate grown premium wines with award winning architectural design and one of the best restaurants on the Mornington Peninsula. In 2003 their passion for supporting the visual arts was realised with an annual sculpture prize. Montalto Vineyard and Olive Grove provides a picturesque outdoor gallery that embraces all aspects of the vineyard, from the orchard and olive groves to the herb garden and wetlands. Curated by Neil Williams, the sculptures are creatively sited throughout the 50 acre property. The collection has now become an integral part of Montalto, adding interest and creative energy to an otherwise idyllic scene. | |
| Garden Carnival Maize Maze | |
| Date | All of March upto Monday 3rd May |
| Location | The Enchanted Maze Garden, 55 Purves Rd, Arthurs Seat. |
| Contact & Bookings | Phone 03 5981 8449 Â |
| Roll up, Roll up to The Enchanted Maze Garden Carnival running from the 26th December 2009 to the 26th January 2010. Every CHILD gets to play classic carnival games in our sideshow alley like knock em down, ring toss etc. A prize for every child. All the old fashion carnival favourites for all to enjoys like fairy floss, show bags and choc tops to name a few. Spend an old fashioned family day out which will sure to be fun for the whole family. | |
| Pearcedale Market | ||
| When | Saturday 6th March |  |
| Where | 710 Baxter/Tooradin Road, Pearcedale | |
| Time | 8am to 1pm Rain, Hail or Shine! | |
| Enquiries | Jane Varkulevicius (03) 5989 0335 or Email | |
| The Pearcedale Market features fresh vegetables, grass-fed beef and lamb, chicken, crusty bread, cakes and croissants, eggs and hydroponic tomatoes. If you are feeling tense why not visit the Soul Love stall for a refreshing massage or Reiki session? Further details >>> | ||
| Peninsula Piers & Pinots | |
| Date | Sunday 7th March |
| Location | Â Flinders Foreshore adjacent to Pier |
| Contact & Bookings | (03) 5989 2377 |
| Mornington Peninsula is surrounded by Port Phillip Bay and Western Port Bay- a unique maritime location offers the perfect 'sea change' - even if it's just for a day! It also has a special effect on the region's pinots. They relish the long late ripening of a gentle autumn that creates wines with outstanding flavours, balanced natural acidity and fine tannins. Every year on the Sunday of Labour Day long weekend, just follow the flags at Flinders Foreshore to the finish line of the Piers & Pinots yacht race. Mornington Peninsula vignerons will showcase their pinots with matched food and live music | |
| Pearcedale Farmers Market | ||
| When | Saturday 20th March |  |
| Where | 710 Baxter/Tooradin Road, Pearcedale | |
| Time | 8am to 1pm Rain, Hail or Shine! | |
| Enquiries | Jane Varkulevicius (03) 5989 0335 or Email | |
| Specialising in regional, seasonal produce, including fresh vegies, grass-fed beef, free-range eggs, bread straight from the oven, james and chutney, ready made pasta and curries, locally produced cheeses and exotic and indigenous plants. Do the food shopping in the most relaxed atmosphere imaginable. Have a cup of the best espresso, catch up with the locals or judge admire the gums trees. Further details >>> | ||
| Colour in the Sky Kite Festival at Rosebud | ||
| Date | Sunday 7th March commencing 11am | |
| Location | Rosebud Foreshore, Jetty Road | |
| Contact | For further information please call Alison Doherty 0403 889 559. | |
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The sixth kite festival at Rosebud will be held beside the pier
at Jetty Road, on Sunday 7th March from 11am to 5pm, and the
skies of Rosebud will once again be alive with a myriad of
colourful kites.
This year sees Craig Hansen, from Peter Lynn Kites in New Zealand, participate in the festival flying some of the country’s biggest kites. With massive dinosaurs, octopus and dragons, the sight will be magnificent. Together with the demonstration flying from members of the Australian Kite Association, including a World Champion Flyer, spectators are in for a real treat. Throughout the day children can participate in workshops for kite making, craft and circus skills and enjoy carnival rides and a massive water slide. Roving clowns, musicians and stilt walkers will keep the entire family entertained while on stage the music will include local bands, African drumming bands and popular children’s entertainers. There will be hot food, ice cream and coffee stalls, so bring a chair or rug and relax for a few hours in these spectacular colourful surroundings. Admission free. | ||
| Red Hill Agricultural and Horticultural Society Open Horse Show | ||
| Date | Sunday March commencing 8.30am | |
| Location | Emu Plains Racecourse | |
| Contact | Liz Dart 5989 8274 | |
| Full programme of show horses led and ridden. Classes featuring Pintos, miniature ponies, Breeds junior and pony club rings. | ||
| Peninsula Piers & Pinots | ||
| Date | Sunday March | Â |
| Location | Flinders Foreshore | |
| Contact | (03) 5989 2377 | |
| Every year on the Sunday of Labour Day long weekend, the grand finale to events throughout the region and in Melbourne, as part of the Melbourne Food & Wine Festival, just follow the flags at Flinders Foreshore to the finish line of the Piers & Pinots yacht race. Mornington Peninsula vignerons will showcase their pinots with matched food. | ||
| Bellarine Peninsula Agricultural Show | |
| Date | Sunday - Monday 10am-4pm |
| Location | Portarlington Recreation Reserve, Sproat Street |
| Contact | (03)Â 5259 2680 Prospective competitors can contact Bob de Vries on 5259 3292 or email bellarineagshow@hotmail.com to enter. |
| Cost | |
| Children will have plenty to keep them amused with Novelty Pet Sections, Dog Jumping, Gumboot Toss and free entry to the Schools Section which includes Pre-school, Primary and Secondary sections. The ever popular Animal Nursery will offer children a wonderful hands-on experience and the Junior Miss Showgirl and Master Show Boy Competition always draws a crowd. There's also a Guess the Weight of the Steer competition and Cowlotto for the more avid punters among us. | |
| Geelong Highland Gathering 1857-2010 | |
| Date | Sunday March 9.30am - 5pm |
| Location | Queens Park, Geelong |
| Contact | Further info available at their website: Daryl McLure AH(03) 5221 7224 |
| Cost |
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| The Geelong Highland Gathering is now one of the most popular and comprehensive interactive displays of Scottish culture, heavy games, livestock, merchandise and musical folklore and as such forms part of the late summer Victorian circuit of Highland festivals. The Highland Gathering brings together people from all over the British Isles to celebrate a day of sport, music and culture. Look out for traditional Celtic festivities, Foods and dancing and try your hand at caber or haggis tossing! | |
| Australian International Air Show 2011 | |
| Date | NB: The Air Show is only held every two years and is next due in March 2011 |
| Location | Avalon Airport, Geelong, Victoria. |
| Contact | (03) 5282 0500 Website: http://www.airshow.net.au/ |
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| Harvest to Table | ||
| Date |  | |
| Location | Various locations around the Mornington Peninsula | |
| Contact | Click here to download a PDF of the full Harvest to Table 2009 program from last year: 2010 details posted as soon as available. | |
| More than 20 events and workshops during the fifth annual Harvest to Table Festival. Beer buffs can learn the art of making real ale, kids can bake bread at Red Hill Baker @ Flinders, budding chefs can indulge at the Festival of Olives, while ‘Vegans, Vegetarians and Vino’ will balance the food pyramid over a glass of wine. | ||
| Between the Bays Music Festival | ||
| Date | Saturday
20th March Gates open at 11am on Saturday 20th March, 2010. The last band will finish at approximately 9pm, | |
| Location | Penbank School, Rickards Road, Moorooduc. | |
| Contact |
Penbank (03) 5978 8425 | |
| Cost |
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Between the Bays Music Festival is back and better than ever bringing you some of Australia's favourite musicians and showcasing Mornington Peninsula's finest food, wine and lifestyle.
Whether you are the youngest or the oldest in your family, Between The
Bays offers people of all ages something to do, listen to, eat, drink and
enjoy. | ||
| 82nd Red Hill Show | ||
| Date | Saturday 27th March commencing 8.30am | Â |
| Location | Red Hill Showgrounds, Red Hill Rd, Red Hill | |
| Contact | (03) 5989 2357 www.redhillshow.org | |
| Reptile display, the “up-close” spectacle of the Grand Parade, the Dog High Scramble and Ferret Racing are just a few of activities on offer this year at the Red Hill Show? The all-day woodchop program will include the sensational tree-felling, 3 man relay and Hot Chainsaw races. | ||
April 2010
| Garden Carnival Maize Maze | |
| Date | All of April upto Monday 3rd May |
| Location | The Enchanted Maze Garden, 55 Purves Rd, Arthurs Seat. |
| Contact & Bookings | Phone 03 5981 8449 Â |
| Roll up, Roll up to The Enchanted Maze Garden Carnival running from the 26th December 2009 to the 26th January 2010. Every CHILD gets to play classic carnival games in our sideshow alley like knock em down, ring toss etc. A prize for every child. All the old fashion carnival favourites for all to enjoys like fairy floss, show bags and choc tops to name a few. Spend an old fashioned family day out which will sure to be fun for the whole family. | |
| Montalto Sculpture Prize Finalists Exhibition | |
| Date | upto Wednesday 28th April |
| Location | 33 Shoreham Rd, Red Hill |
| Contact & Bookings | Â Montalto Olive Grove and Vineyard Phone: 03 5989 8412 Further details re the exhibition is available at their website.... |
| The Montalto Sculpture Prize $20,000 acquisitive award and Pennon Hill peopleÂ’s choice award $1,000 (non-acquisitive). Is open to all artists working in any medium. The Montalto Sculpture Prize was conceived by John & Wendy Mitchell, a further extension of their vision for a winery that combined estate grown premium wines with award winning architectural design and one of the best restaurants on the Mornington Peninsula. In 2003 their passion for supporting the visual arts was realised with an annual sculpture prize. Montalto Vineyard and Olive Grove provides a picturesque outdoor gallery that embraces all aspects of the vineyard, from the orchard and olive groves to the herb garden and wetlands. Curated by Neil Williams, the sculptures are creatively sited throughout the 50 acre property. The collection has now become an integral part of Montalto, adding interest and creative energy to an otherwise idyllic scene. | |
| Pearcedale Market | ||
| When | Saturday 3rd April | |
| Where | 710 Baxter/Tooradin Road, Pearcedale | |
| Time | 8am to 1pm Rain, Hail or Shine! | |
| Enquiries | Jane Varkulevicius (03) 5989 0335 or Email | |
| The Pearcedale Market features fresh vegetables, grass-fed beef and lamb, chicken, crusty bread, cakes and croissants, eggs and hydroponic tomatoes. If you are feeling tense why not visit the Soul Love stall for a refreshing massage or Reiki session? Further details >>> | ||
| Open Garden Scheme - Vaughan's Australian Plant Garden | ||
| Date | Saturday10th and Sunday 11th April 10am - 4.30pm $6.00 Entry | Â |
| Location | 1060 Portarlington Road, Leopold | |
| Pearcedale Farmers Market | ||
| When | Saturday 17th April | |
| Where | 710 Baxter/Tooradin Road, Pearcedale | |
| Time | 8am to 1pm Rain, Hail or Shine! | |
| Enquiries | Jane Varkulevicius (03) 5989 0335 or Email | |
| Specialising in regional, seasonal produce, including fresh vegies, grass-fed beef, free-range eggs, bread straight from the oven, james and chutney, ready made pasta and curries, locally produced cheeses and exotic and indigenous plants. Do the food shopping in the most relaxed atmosphere imaginable. Have a cup of the best espresso, catch up with the locals or judge admire the gums trees. Further details >>> | ||
May 2010
| Garden Carnival Maize Maze | |
| Date | Upto Monday 3rd May |
| Location | The Enchanted Maze Garden, 55 Purves Rd, Arthurs Seat. |
| Contact & Bookings | Phone 03 5981 8449 Â |
| Roll up, Roll up to The Enchanted Maze Garden Carnival running from the 26th December 2009 to the 26th January 2010. Every CHILD gets to play classic carnival games in our sideshow alley like knock em down, ring toss etc. A prize for every child. All the old fashion carnival favourites for all to enjoys like fairy floss, show bags and choc tops to name a few. Spend an old fashioned family day out which will sure to be fun for the whole family. | |
| Pearcedale Market | ||
| When | Saturday 1st May | |
| Where | 710 Baxter/Tooradin Road, Pearcedale | |
| Time | 8am to 1pm Rain, Hail or Shine! | |
| Enquiries | Jane Varkulevicius (03) 5989 0335 or Email | |
| The Pearcedale Market features fresh vegetables, grass-fed beef and lamb, chicken, crusty bread, cakes and croissants, eggs and hydroponic tomatoes. If you are feeling tense why not visit the Soul Love stall for a refreshing massage or Reiki session? Further details >>> | ||
| Pearcedale Farmers Market | ||
| Whenn | Saturday 15th May | |
| Where | 710 Baxter/Tooradin Road, Pearcedale | |
| Time | 8am to 1pm Rain, Hail or Shine! | |
| Enquiries | Jane Varkulevicius (03) 5989 0335 or Email | |
| Specialising in regional, seasonal produce, including fresh vegies, grass-fed beef, free-range eggs, bread straight from the oven, james and chutney, ready made pasta and curries, locally produced cheeses and exotic and indigenous plants. Do the food shopping in the most relaxed atmosphere imaginable. Have a cup of the best espresso, catch up with the locals or judge admire the gums trees. Further details >>> | ||
June 2010
| Pearcedale Market | ||
| When | Saturday 5th June | |
| Where | 710 Baxter/Tooradin Road, Pearcedale | |
| Time | 8am to 1pm Rain, Hail or Shine! | |
| Enquiries | Jane Varkulevicius (03) 5989 0335 or Email | |
| The Pearcedale Market features fresh vegetables, grass-fed beef and lamb, chicken, crusty bread, cakes and croissants, eggs and hydroponic tomatoes. If you are feeling tense why not visit the Soul Love stall for a refreshing massage or Reiki session? Further details >>>; | ||
| Pearcedale Farmers Market | ||
| When | Saturday 19th June | |
| Where | 710 Baxter/Tooradin Road, Pearcedale | |
| Time | 8am to 1pm Rain, Hail or Shine! | |
| Enquiries | Jane Varkulevicius (03) 5989 0335 or Email | |
| Specialising in regional, seasonal produce, including fresh vegies, grass-fed beef, free-range eggs, bread straight from the oven, james and chutney, ready made pasta and curries, locally produced cheeses and exotic and indigenous plants. Do the food shopping in the most relaxed atmosphere imaginable. Have a cup of the best espresso, catch up with the locals or judge admire the gums trees. Further details >>> | ||
| Winter Wine Weekend | |
| Date | Queen's Birthday Weekend (Sat - Mon)11am-4pm |
| Location | Red Hill Reserve & Showgrounds, Arthur's Seat Rd, Red Hill and at various Wineries on the Mornington Peninsula. |
| Contact | Mornington Peninsula Vignerons Association (03) 5989 2377 www.mpva.com.au |
| Fifty wineries exhibit 200 wines, fine food, music, and wine seminars with key winemakers. Cellar door activities all weekend. | |
| National Celtic Festival | |
| Date | Queens Birthday Weekend. |
| Location | Portarlington |
| Australia's largest and most diverse celebration of Celtic culture. Showcasing overseas and Australian musicians, dancers and artists. The festival embraces all aspects of Celtic culture including: drama, poetry, story-telling, ceili, literature, Celtic film festival, re-enactment groups, displays, exhibitions, workshops, competitions, fair and market and much, much more. | |
July 2010
| Pearcedale Market | ||
| When | Saturday 3rd July | |
| Where | 710 Baxter/Tooradin Road, Pearcedale | |
| Time | 8am to 1pm Rain, Hail or Shine! | |
| Enquiries | Jane Varkulevicius (03) 5989 0335 or Email | |
| The Pearcedale Market features fresh vegetables, grass-fed beef and lamb, chicken, crusty bread, cakes and croissants, eggs and hydroponic tomatoes. If you are feeling tense why not visit the Soul Love stall for a refreshing massage or Reiki session? Further details >>> | ||
| Pearcedale Farmers Market | ||
| When | Saturday 17th July | |
| Where | 710 Baxter/Tooradin Road, Pearcedale | |
| Time | 8am to 1pm Rain, Hail or Shine! | |
| Enquiries | Email</a> | |
| Specialising in regional, seasonal produce, including fresh vegies, grass-fed beef, free-range eggs, bread straight from the oven, james and chutney, ready made pasta and curries, locally produced cheeses and exotic and indigenous plants. Do the food shopping in the most relaxed atmosphere imaginable. Have a cup of the best espresso, catch up with the locals or judge admire the gums trees. Further details >>>; | ||
August 2010
| Pearcedale Market | ||
| When | Saturday 7th August | |
| Where | 710 Baxter/Tooradin Road, Pearcedale | |
| Time | 8am to 1pm Rain, Hail or Shine! | |
| Enquiries | Jane Varkulevicius (03) 5989 0335 or Email | |
| The Pearcedale Market features fresh vegetables, grass-fed beef and lamb, chicken, crusty bread, cakes and croissants, eggs and hydroponic tomatoes. If you are feeling tense why not visit the Soul Love stall for a refreshing massage or Reiki session? Further details >>> | ||
| Pearcedale Farmers Market | ||
| When | Saturday 21st July | |
| 710 Baxter/Tooradin Road, Pearcedale | ||
| Time | 8am to 1pm Rain, Hail or Shine! | |
| Enquiries | Jane Varkulevicius (03) 5989 0335 or Email | |
| Specialising in regional, seasonal produce, including fresh vegies, grass-fed beef, free-range eggs, bread straight from the oven, james and chutney, ready made pasta and curries, locally produced cheeses and exotic and indigenous plants. Do the food shopping in the most relaxed atmosphere imaginable. Have a cup of the best espresso, catch up with the locals or judge admire the gums trees. Further details >>>; | ||
| 14th Annual Burning of the Canes Dinner at Max's Restaurant | |
| Date | Saturday August |
| Location | Max's Restaurant, Red Hill Estate, 53 Shoreham Road, Red Hill South |
| Contact & Bookings | (03) 5931 0177 info@maxsatredhillestate.com.au http://www.maxsrestaurant.com.au |
| Cost | Â includes three course dinner, wine and entertainment. |
| The Burning of the Canes Dinner is the occasion when we celebrate the changing of seasons; the end of last year's growth preparing for the birth of the next. It involves lighting a large bonfire from woody canes that have been pruned from our vineyard a truly spectacular sight. | |
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