Hallmark events
From colourful racing carnivals to Grand Slam tennis, there's always something exciting happening in Victoria. With food and wine events, jazz, and comedy shows, surfing tournaments, and flower and garden displays – Victoria celebrates with major festivals and special events throughout the year.
Click on the links below and be part of the action.
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See this spectacular crescendo of 22 weeks of fiery competition in the 2010 Australian Football League Finals Series.
Where: Various venues
When: 25 March – 25 September 2010
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Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix
See the world's best riders in three Grand Prix classes compete in this exciting three-day event on Phillip Island.
Where: Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit
When: 15–17 October 2010
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See the cream of Australian and international theatre, dance, visual arts, opera and music over 16 days.
Where: Various venues, Melbourne
When: 8–23 October 2010
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Catch high profiled Australian performers and international guests for world class performances of all styles of jazz and blues.
Where: Various venues, Wangaratta
When: 29 October – 1 November 2010
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Frock up for six weeks of Spring Carnival action as world champion thoroughbreds descend on Melbourne for a first class racing season.
Where: Various venues, Melbourne
When: 29 September – 17 November 2010
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A unique event showcasing the entire world of horses - competition, education, exhibition and entertainment!
Where: Melbourne Showgrounds
When: 18–21 November 2010
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Head to this picturesque coastal town for a fun festival featuring more than 200 performances over three days.
Where: Various venues, Queenscliff
When: 26–28 November 2010
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More than 160,000 passionate cricket fans attend the historic Melbourne Cricket Ground to support Australia in the biggest Test Match in the world.
Where: MCG (Melbourne Cricket Ground)
When: 26–30 December 2010
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The cream of international tennis and their legion of fans congregates at Melbourne Park for the first Grand Slam of the year.
Where: Melbourne Park
When: 17–30 January 2011
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Experience the high powered thrills of a spectacular airshow. The flying action is so close you'll feel like you are in the pilot's seat.
Where: Avalon Airport
When: 4–6 March 2011
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Dazzle your tastebuds at more than 140 events held across the state as the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival returns in 2010.
Where: Various venues, Melbourne
When: 4–14 March 2011
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Each year Melbourne comes alive to the roar of engines, hosting the first round of the FIA World Championship.
Where: Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit
When: 25–28 March 2010 (2011 TBC)
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The spectacular Melbourne International Flower and Garden show boasts more than 10,000 cut flowers and 300 exhibitors.
Where: Carlton Gardens
When: 30 March – 3 April 2011
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Laugh 'til it hurts as the world's premier funny people do their thing and make Melbourne the funniest place on earth.
Where: Various venues, Melbourne
When: 30 March – 24 April 2011
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Each year the world's top ranked surfers carve up the waves at Victoria's world famous Bells Beach break.
Where: Bells Beach, Torquay
When: 30 March – 10 April 2010 (2011 TBC)
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The fun and excitement of steeplechasing comes to the seaside town of Warrnambool during Australia's premier regional racing carnival.
Where: Warrnambool Racing Club
When: 4–6 May 2010 (2011 TBC)
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