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The White Hat Guide to Romantic Melbourne

Melbourne, with its old world charm, is ideal for romantic activities. So below you will find White Hat's suggestions for

50 Romantic Things to do in Melbourne

OK, the list runs to well over 50, but it's pretty hard to stop once you get started.

For a leisurely row on the river, you can hire a rowboat from one of the two boatsheds in Studley Park.

There are also numbers of fine dining establishments around Melbourne that can produce an intimate romantic atmosphere and maybe a log fire. For a truly Melbourne romantic experience there is the Colonial Tramcar Restauant.
Breakfast at Footscray
Romantic breakfast in Footscray

Many of the outdoor activities listed in our pages also lend themselves to romance. A sunrise breakfast with champagne in a hot air balloon, a sunset flight over Melbourne in the gooneybird or a winery tour spring to mind - see some links below.

And if you are able to get out of town, there are many options which can be found on our pages about country Victoria. Dinner in a restaurant at a winery, an overnight stay in the Dandenongs, a romantic weekend at Queenscliffe can all be recommended.

And the next morning you can always turn up for breakfast at 6am at the Vic Market in your dinner suit and party frock. You are likely to find a few similar couples doing the same.

 

 
Sunset over St Kilda Beach

 

Watch the sun set over St Kilda Beach - Sit on the sand, the grass or a bench. You can wander along the beach and out onto the pier and have a glass of wine at the pier kiosk (once it is rebuilt) . There are also several restaurants and cafes on the beachfront at St Kilda which can provide a great view of the sunset.

Concert at Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne

 

Enjoy champagne and a romantic picnic under the stars while listening to a concert at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl. During summer there are numbers of classical concerts as well as ballet and opera at Melbourne's iconic open air venue - and many of them are free. For a listing see The White Hat Guide to the Sidney Myer Music Bowl.

Lygon Street Carlton (Melbourne, Australia)

 

 

If you prefer a bit more hustle and bustle, you can be in the thick of the action dining on the footpath in Lygon Street. You can find more information on Melbourne's Italian precinct at The White Hat Guide to Lygon Street.

Garden at Dame Elisabeth Murdosch's Cruden Farm

 

 

Wander through a private garden - Most weekends in Melbourne you will find that some family has thrown open to the public their lovingly tended private garden for some good cause or other. You can find a listing of current private garden openings at The White Hat Guide to Private Gardens in Melbourne.

Go cycling. Melbourne is relatively flat and if you don't have your own bicycles you can always hire them. A particularly romantic ride is from the city to Williamstown and back which involves a punt crossing across the Yarra River underneath West Gate Bridge. You may want to hire a tandem (click on link to right) but White Hat suggests that if you feel your back view is not your most attractive angle that you quickly claim the rear seat. You can find more information at The White Hat Guide to Cycling in Melbourne.
Visit a night market. On many days in Melbourne there are atmospheric night markets. During summer there is usually a night market at the Queen Victoria Market on a Wednesday, ones at Northcote Town Hall and St Kilda Beach on a Thursday and one at the Abbotsford Convent on a Friday. You can wander around hand in hand checking out the merchandise, possibly enjoy a meal on the grass and listen to a band - all with no price of admissions. You can find a comprehensive listing at The White Hat Guide to Twilight & Night Markets in Melbourne.
Afternoon Tea at The Windsor
For as long as most people can remember, afternoon tea at The Hotel Windsor has been a Melbourne institution. A full leisurely afternoon tea served in the luxurious surrounds of Melbourne's of Melbourne grand old historic hotel really calls for a lady to wear a hat and gloves. If you don't have a hat and gloves and the gentleman doesn't have a cane then White Hat urges you to carry yourself with a dignified air.
Royal Botanic Gardens, Melbourne

 

If the weather is fine, a picnic in one of the many parks and gardens with a bottle of champagne is hard to match. The Botanic Gardens in particular evokes the atmosphere of a Jane Austin novel. Keep in mind, however, that Melbourne's weather may require a Plan B.

Go sailing. Towards the end of this list you will find details for trying out sailing for free. Obviously you need to dress appropriately. However if you feel that you look at your best in a wet t-shirt then White Hat suggests you contrive an occasion to fall overboard. For those who prefer the romantic experience of sailing without all that sweaty physical exertion we have listed some options below which you may wish to check out.
 
Visit one of Melbourne's Hidden Gems. Most weeks in our White Hat Melbourne Newsletter we mention a hidden gem and many of these are romantic in nature.
Ride a tram - You can ride the City Circle Tram for free, but once you've done a complete circuit you probably don't want to go around a second time. On the other hand you could choose a particular tram and ride it to the end of the route and back. On the weekends, if you buy the right ticket, this will cost you next to nothing. and for visitors it can be a good way to get a flavour of Melbourne suburban living. You could for instance try the route 109 which runs through Collins Street in the city. If you are on a tight budget you could break your journey at either Victoria Street Richmond or the Box Hill terminus and enjoy a cheap warming Asian meal. If you have a little more to spend you could enjoy a meal at one of the restaurants overlooking the bay at the Station Pier terminus.



© Colonial Tramcar Restaurant

Colonial Tramcar Restaurant

 

Have a meal on the tramcar restaurant - Enjoy a leisurely meal in a heated tramcar restaurant while looking through the windows at the poor mugs out there walking around in the rain. Be warned that the wine (included in the price) keeps on coming so you're sure to feel nice and warm when you return to base.
Take a romantic evening stroll along the Paris end of Collins Street then into the Treasury Gardens. You can find some background information on this area in Part 2 of our podcast of August 2008.

Community Come & Try Rowing
Sessions open to males and females of all ages. Just turn up, Recive receive basic tuition in crews of 4 in an olympic-style shell (boat).
10—11.30am, first Sunday of month

Y Rowing Centre, Cnr Lakeside Drive & Queens Road, Albert Park -

$10 Enquiries: (03) 9529 8596

Rupertswood Mansion Grand Open Day

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To celebrate Australia Day Weekend for 2008 Rupertswood Mansion will have a grand open day. Exhibitions of photographs and artefacts related to The Ashes, the property, the Clarke family will be in display. Morning/Afternoon tea & gourmet lunches served in the drawing room. Tickets at door.
11am to 4.30pm, Monday 28th January 2008

Rupertswood, 3 Macedon Street, Sunbury -

$12, students (12-18) $6 Enquiries: (03) 9740 5020

Bolobek Plant Fair

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Visitors can purchase choice perennials, rare trees and shrubs, Australian natives, bulbs, succulents, sculpture, specialist tools and books from over 40 exhibitors. There is also an opportunity to wander and enjoy the unique setting of the wonderful gardens.
10am to 4.30pm, 1 & 2 March 2008

Bolobek, Mt Macedon Road, Macedon - (Mel ref 609 G10)
$10, children under 18 free

Open Studios - Nicholas Building

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Experience a behind the scenes look at Melbourne’s Art and Craft culture during an intimate twilight event. Celebrating its fifth year OPEN STUDIOS Nicholas Building is also a part of a festival of public events – Craft Victoria’s, Craft Cubed. Over two evenings, galleries, retail spaces as well as a diverse group of artists, makers and designers are opening their studio doors. This is your opportunity to commission or purchase original Melbourne made and designed art, fashion, jewellery and bags within a vibrant and unique creative hub…. The Nicholas Building
4pm to 9pm, 27th & 28th August 2009

Nicholas Building, 37 Swanston Street, Melbourne -

Free Enquiries: (03) 9650 2590

Australia Post Opera in the Bowl

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Bring your picnic basket and rugs and enjoy the glorious music under the stars. And be swept away by this free performance of Puccini’s romantic tale of young love, La bohème. What better place to relive a chance meeting by moonlight than under the stars at the Music Bowl. If the weather is fine White Hat expects that this event could be a lockout so get there early. Gates to the Sidney Myer Music Bowl open at 4pm. If you are intending to come to a concert with a family or group of friends, it is advisable that you arrive together or arrange to gather outside the gate to avoid your group being split if the gates close. In the past you have been able to bring your own drinks but only plastic glasses. We will verify this year's conditions when the information becomes available.

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 Crowd at Sidney Myer Music Bowl
8pm, 11th December

Sidney Myer Music Bowl -

Free

Moonlight Cinema in the Botanic Gardens
An outdoor cinema screening new release, classic and cult films on the lawns of the Royal Botanic Gardens. Gates open at 7pm and screenings start at sundown, approximately 8.30pm. Tickets $17 ($15 conc. and $13 child 5to15) at box office or $15 ($13 conc, $11 child) when prebooked.  Booking info >> No refunds are available for inclement weather.

  • Thu 31 Dec - Cinema Closed 
  • Fri 1 Jan - Cinema Closed 
  • Sat 2 Jan - The Hangover (Ma 15+)
  • Sun 3 Jan - Breakfast At Tiffany's (PG)
  • Tue 5 Jan - Couples Retreat (M)
  • Wed 6 Jan - Ferris Bueller's Day Off (PG)
  • Thu 7 Jan Doggie Night - Bring Your Dog Along. Rules Apply - the film is Up (PG)
  • Fri 8 Jan - G - Force (PG)
  • Sat 9 Jan - The Invention Of Lying (M)
  • Sun 10 Jan - MIFF Shorts (CTC)
  • Tue 12 Jan - In The Loop - Advance Preview (CTC)
  • Wed 13 Jan - Saturday Night Fever (R)
  • Thu 14 Jan - Whip It! (M)
  • Fri 15 Jan - Mao's Last Dancer (PG)
  • Sat 16 Jan - 2012 (M)
  • Sun 17 Jan - A Christmas Carol (PG)
  • Tue 19 Jan - Zombieland (MA15+)
  • Wed 20 Jan - Where The Wild Things Are (PG)
  • Thu 21 Jan - An Education (M)
  • Fri 22 Jan - Avatar (M)
  • Sat 23 Jan - Avatar (M)
  • Sun 24 Jan - Alvin And The Chipmunks: The Squeakquel (G)
  • Mon 25 Jan - Grease (PG)
  • Tue 26 Jan - Mamma Mia! (PG)
  • Wed 27 Jan - The Boys Are Back (M)
  • Thu 28 Jan - The Informant! (M)
  • Fri 29 Jan - Breakfast At Tiffany's (PG)
  • Sat 30 Jan - Michael Jackson's This Is It (G)
  • Sun 31 Jan - The Wizard Of Oz (G)
  • Tue 2 Feb - Moon (M)
  • Wed 3 Feb - The Godfather (R18+)
  • Thu 4 Feb - The Commitments (M)
  • Fri 5 Feb - Did You Hear The Morgans? (PG)
  • Sat 6 Feb - Did You Hear The Morgans? (PG)
  • Sun 7 Feb - Slumdog Millionaire (MA15+)
  • Tue 9 Feb - Capitalism: A Love Story (M)
  • Wed 10 Feb - District 9 (Ma 15+)
  • Thu 11 Feb - Pulp Fiction (R18+)
  • Fri 12 Feb - Sherlock Holmes (M)
  • Sat 13 Feb - Sherlock Holmes (M)
  • Sun 14 Feb - New York, I Love You (MA15+)
  • Tue 16 Feb - The Blues Brothers (M)
  • Wed 17 Feb - The Imaginarium Of Dr Parnassus (PG)
  • Thu 18 Feb - The Dark Knight (M)
  • Fri 19 Feb - It's Complicated (M)
  • Sat 20 Feb - It's Complicated (M)
  • Sun 21 Feb - New Moon (M)
  • Tue 23 Feb - Nowhere Boy (M)
  • Wed 24 Feb - Paranormal Activity (M)
  • Thu 25 Feb - The Rocky Horror Picture Show (M)
  • Fri 26 Feb - Old Dogs (PG)
  • Sat 27 Feb - Tooth Fairy (G)
  • Sun 28 Feb - Inglourious Basterds (Ma15+)
  • Tue 2 Mar - Edward Scissorhands (PG)
  • Wed 3 Mar - In The Loop (CTC)
  • Thu 4 Mar - Zoolander (M)
  • Fri 5 Mar - Napoleon Dynamite (PG)
  • Sat 6 Mar - Bran Nue Dae (PG)
  • Sun 7 Mar - Fantastic Mr Fox (PG)
  • Tue 9 Mar  - Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen (M)
  • Wed 10 Mar - Up In The Air (M)
  • Thu 11 Mar - Broken Embraces (M)
  • Fri 12 Mar - The Lovely Bones (M)
  • Sat 13 Mar - Bright Star (PG)
  • Sun 14 Mar - Avatar (M)

Royal Botanic Gardens -

Shakespeare in the Botanic Gardens - A Midsummer Night's Dream
Shakespeare's delightful A Midsummer Night's Dream set in the magical surroundings of the Royal Botanic Gardens. Bring a blanket and a picnic hamper or order a hamper with your ticket. Shakespeare in the Park has become one of the highlights of Melbourne in summer. 21st Dec 2009 to 13th March 2010.
December & January: Tue to Sun at 8.30pm
February & March: Tue to Sat at 8pm

 

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Bookings: 1300 122 344

Jazz in the Gardens

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Bring a picnic and rug and relax with the cool sounds of Jazz in the Gardens with the Stonnington Gardens Jazz Showband led by the very talented Bob Sedergreen and special guests, including Geoff Achison, Jerome Smith, David Ruiz, Julie O’Hara, Eamon McNelis, Michelle Nicolle, Geoff Allan, Paul Williamson and Chantal Mitvalsky.

  • Sunday 10th January, 6pm at Victoria Gardens, High Street, Prahran
  • Sunday 17th January, 6pm at Princes Gardens, Malvern Road, Prahran
  • Tuesday 2th6 January, 6pm at Malvern Gardens, High Street, Malvern
  • Sunday 31st January, 5.30pm at Central Park, Corner Burke and Wattletree Road Malvern East

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Free Enquiries: (03) 8290 1333

Fairfield Amphitheatre Summer Concert Series
Fairfield Amphitheatre comes alive again this February with the Summer Series Concerts every Sunday evening.Kick back and relax with a picnic supper at these weekly, family-friendly, free outdoor shows whilst you enjoy music from all over the globe, but don’t forget to bring a cushion and a hat. Refreshments will be on sale on the day or BYO
5pm to 7.30pm, Sundays in February 2010

Fairfield Amphitheatre, Fairfield Park - (Mel ref 30 J12)
Free Enquiries: 1800 010 069

Twilight Jazz Picnic at Cruden Farm

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An annual fundraising event for the McClelland Gallery held at Dame Elisabeth Murdoch's 'Cruden' Farm'. Cruden Farm is on the corner of Cranbourne-Frankston & Cranhaven Roads, Langwarrin (Mel. Ref. 103 G6). Entry is only from Cranhaven Road, where there is ample parking in the grounds. Featuring : The Frankston High School Senior Stage
4pm to 8pm, Saturday 6th February 2010

Cruden Farm. (enter via Cranhaven Rd), Langwarrin -

$15 pre-purchase and $20 (door) Children under 12 free. Note on pricing Bookings: (03) 9789 1671

Opera in the Park

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Four of Australia’s shining lights of opera will perform in Opera in the Park at Victoria Gardens on Saturday 6 February.

  • Suzanne Johnston’s operatic career encompasses the prestigious European Festivals of Glyndebourne and Salzburg, as well as Australia’s major opera companies, for whom her repertory includes the title roles in L’incoronazione di Poppea, The Gypsy Princess and Carmen, Orlofsky (Die Fledermaus), Hansel (Hansel and Gretel), Hermia (A Midsummer Night's Dream), The Fox (Cunning Little Vixen), Eliza Doolittle - opposite Anthony Warlow - in the sell-out production of My Fair Lady and Ruth in The Pirates of Penzance. Suzanne most recently performed in the Victorian Opera’s productions of Through the Looking Glass.
  • Antoinette Halloran represented Australia as a finalist in the Belvedere Operatic awards in Vienna and was the winner of the Australian Puccini Foundation Award in 2003. Her Opera Australia repertoire includes Stella: A Streetcar Named Desire, Title roles: Rusalka, Madama Butterfly, Johanna: Sweeney Todd, Mimì: La bohème and many more. She has also worked with NZ Opera, Victorian Opera, Melbourne Opera and MTC.
  • Christopher Tonkin won the Italian Opera Award 2005, was runner-up 'Tita Ruffo' International Competition 2006, Herald Sun Aria finalist in 2005 and German Operatic Award finalist in 2005. His Opera Australia repertoire includes Antonio: The Gondoliers and Novice's Friend: Billy Budd. He has also performed with Melbourne Opera, Romania, Royal Academy Opera, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and Melbourne Chorale.
  • Jason Wasley was the winner, Herald Sun Aria; Finalist, Placido Domingo World Operalia Competition; National Opera Studio (London). His Opera Australia repertoire includes Teacher: Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk, Marcello: La bohème, Pinkerton: Madame Butterfly, Morales/Dancairo: Carmen (Oz Opera). He has also performed for Victorian State Opera, National Opera Studio London,Welsh National Opera, Melbourne Opera, Victorian Opera and Melbourne Chorale.
7.30pm, Saturday 6th February 2010

Victoria Gardens, Victoria Gardens -

Free Enquiries: (03) 8290 1333

Sidney Myer Free Orchestral Concerts at the Music Bowl - Concert 1 - 'Romantic Favourites'

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Free Concert at Sidney Myer Music BowlThe Melbourne Symphony Orchestra with Lutz Koehler (conductor) and Maxwell Foster (piano) perform:

The Sidney Myer Free Orchestral Concerts in the Music Bowl are one of the highlights of the Melbourne Summer. The businessman and philanthropist Sidney Myer left a trust to benefit the people of Melbourne and Australia. Not only did this trust make possible the building of the public Music Bowl, it continues to continues to contribute to the quality of life of Melburnians through works and events such as the annual free concerts.

Gates open at 4pm and the concert starts at 7pm. White Hat recommends you get there early because, if the weather is fine it can fill quite quickly. This is the ideal place to have a champagne picnic with friend under the stars while listening to classical music. You are allowed to bring reasonable amounts of food and alcohol but no breakable glasses, sharp objects, or seating which obstruct the view of others. Before you decide to turn it into a fully-fledged camping expedition we suggest you check the conditions of entry.

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Wednesday 17th February 2010

Sidney Myer Music Bowl -

MIFF on Deckchairs
Enjoy the very best of the Melbourne International Arts Festival this Summer with free weekly screenings on the Big Screen Fed Square. Pull up a deckchair, kick off your thongs and enjoy a selection MIFF favourites under the stars.

  • The September Issue Thursday 18 February, 7pm; R.J. Cutler / 88 mins / English language (PG) - An engrossing glimpse into the life of Vogue Editor, Anna Wintour and the glamour of the fashion biz.
  • Asterix at the Olympic Games Thursday 25 February, 7pm; Frédéric Forestier & Thomas Langmann / 116 mins / French and Portuguese language (PG) - Asterix and Obelix once again take on the entire Roman Empire in this brilliant, big budget spectacle with a star-studded cast and cameos from major sports stars.
  • Still Walking Thursday 4 March 7pm; D. Hirokazu Kore-eda/ 114mins / Japanese with English subtitles - One of the great humanists of Japanese cinema, Hirokazu Kore-eda here continues his dissection of the themes of memory, death and loss.
  • The Topp Twins: Untouchable Girls Thursday 11 March, 7pm; Leanne Pooley / 84 mins / English language (PG) - An engrossing history of New Zealand's struggle through 25 years of seismic social change, seen through the eyes of the irrepressible Topp twins.
7pm Thursdays 18th Feb to 11th March 2010

Federation Square -

Free

Sidney Myer Free Orchestral Concerts at the Music Bowl - Concert 4 -'Opera Showcase'
Free Concert at Sidney Myer Music Bowl

The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra with Richard Gill (conductor), Mylinda Joyce (soprano), Roxane Hislop (mezzo - soprano), Jacob Caine (tenor) and Samuel Dundas (baritone) perform overtures, choruses and arias from The Magic Flute, Rigoletto, Tannhäuser, Eugene Onegin, Il trovatore, The Pearl Fishers, Lakmé and Lucia di Lammermoor

The Sidney Myer Free Orchestral Concerts in the Music Bowl are one of the highlights of the Melbourne Summer. The businessman and philanthropist Sidney Myer left a trust to benefit the people of Melbourne and Australia. Not only did this trust make possible the building of the public Music Bowl, it continues to continues to contribute to the quality of life of Melburnians through works and events such as the annual free concerts.

Gates open at 4pm and the concert starts at 7pm. White Hat recommends you get there early because, if the weather is fine it can fill quite quickly. This is the ideal place to have a champagne picnic with friend under the stars while listening to classical music. You are allowed to bring reasonable amounts of food and alcohol but no breakable glasses, sharp objects, or seating which obstruct the view of others. Before you decide to turn it into a fully-fledged camping expedition we suggest you check the conditions of entry
Saturday 27th February 2010

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Northcote Town Hall Outdoor Film Night
Northcote Town Hall invites you to its outdoor short film night in the Civic Square. Seating will be provided, but feel free to bring your own favourite chair or blanket, and a picnic dinner and drinks. Come along rain or shine. In the event of bad weather, the films will be screened in our Main Hall. All films are G rated and suitable for children and families.
8pm, Saturday 6th March 2010

Northcote Town Hall, 189 High St, Northcote -

Free event Enquiries: (03) 9481 9500

Steam Shuttles from Flinders St to Williamstown
Steamrail Victoria will be conducting Steam Shuttles from Flinders St Station to the Williamstown Festival. Ride in the historic carriages and enjoy the delights of steam travel! Lots to do in Williamstown.

  • Departs Flinders St: 10:10am, 11:35am, 2:15pm, 3:35pm, 4:45pm
  • Departs Williamswton: 9:15am, 10:53am, 1:33pm, 2:53pm, 4:15pm

Adult $10 / Under 16 $5 / Family $25 (all return) (Note on pricing)
Sunday 14th March 2010

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Enquiries: (03) 9387 1953

World Street Food Festival
Queen Victoria Market is known for its diversity in food and what better way to celebrate this than the Inaugural World Street Food Festival? As part of the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival, on Sunday 21 March 2010, the centre of the Market will be filled with stalls showcasing the best street food the world has to offer. Travel the world experiencing the flavours, sights and sounds all right here at the Queen Victoria Market.
9am to 4pm, Sunday 21st March 2010

Queen Victoria Market -

Free entry, tasting plates from $7

Upper Goulburn Vintage Celebration
Taste our passion, savour our wines, and discover the magic, this is an event for lovers of fine food and wine. Enjoy free sampling of exciting cool climate whites and reds and local produce.
24th & 25th April 2010

High Street, Mansfield -

Musica Viva - Paul Lewis (piano)
Paul Lewis (piano) performs:

7pm, Wednesday 23rd June, Conservatorium Theatre, Brisbane
7.30pm Saturday 3rd July, Harold Lobb Concert Hall Newcastle Conservatorium of Music, Newcastle
7pm Monday 5th July and 1.30pm Saturday 26th June, City Recital Hall, Angel Place, Sydney
7pm Tuesday 6th July and 8pm Saturday 10th July, Elisabeth Murdoch Hall, Melbourne Recital Centre, Melbourne
7pm Thursday 8th July, Llewellyn Hall, Canberra
7.30pm Tuesday 29th June, Perth Concert Hall, Perth
8pm Thursday 1st July, Adelaide Town Hall, Adelaide

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Enquiries: 1800 688 482

Musica Viva - Paul Lewis (piano)
Paul Lewis (piano) performs:
7pm Tuesday 6th July and 8pm Saturday 10th July

Melbourne Recital Centre, Melbourne -

Enquiries: 1800 688 482

Diwali - Indian Festival of Light
Join in the fun and colour of this vibrant Indian festival which will include Bollywood and traditional dances, variety of Indian food, costumes and Jewellery stalls, dancing & Henna (Hand painting) workshops. The festivities will conclude with spectacular fireworks on the banks of the Yarra in the early evening.
30th October 2010

Federation Square -

Free

Australia Day Races
The popular annual horse racing event.
26 January 2011

Hanging Rock -

Government House Open Day
As part of Australia Day, citizens and visitors are invited to visit Government House, inspect many rooms not normally open to the public and enjoy a picnic on the lawns. Music and entertainment throughout the day.
 

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10am to 3pm, 26 January 2011 ?

Government House -

Free entry Enquiries: (03) 9655 4211
 
   
  
 

Rippon Lea Renaissance Dancers

Classes in East Kew on most Wednesday evenings during the year. Newcomers welcome. Advanced dancers are invited to join costumed performing team. Phone (03) 9699 8417 for brochure. Information at Early Arts Guild of Victoria

Romantic Lingerie for men and women

See also Christmas Lights in Melbourne.

 

 

 

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