GrapeFest

Wine lovers and connoisseurs from across the nation will sample award-winning Texas wines at the 23rd Annual GrapeFest on September 17, 18, 19 and 20. GrapeFest is the place to enjoy premium wines, great music, delectable foods and plenty of fun. It’s the perfect spot to eat, shop and be entertained!

GrapeFest in Historic Grapevine, Texas is considered one of the Top 100 events in the United States and Canada. A popular GrapeFest pastime is the competitive Grape Stomping Competition, where contestants competitively vie for the coveted Purple Foot Award reminiscent of the infamous Grape Stomping episode from I Love Lucy.



GrapeFest is celebrated in Historic Downtown Grapevine. Once in Grapevine, follow the signs to the parking areas! Free shuttles run continuously from the free parking to the festival gates.

Don't bring your pets. Get more at the GrapeFest website. Looking forward to renting a motorhome in texas? Visit US RV rental for guides and rates.

Floriade Festival

Floriade is the biggest flower festival in Australia, a spectacular celebration of spring, set in Canberra's Commonwealth Park.



This year Floriade is set to rejuvenate visitors with a stunning festival that will feature more than one million blooms and fantastic entertainment depicting a Mind, Body and Soul theme.

From 12 September to 11 October in Commonwealth Park you can enjoy uplifting entertainment; sample regional food and wine; learn from informative workshops and educational demonstrations and meander amongst magnificent garden bed displays in the heart of the nation’s capital.

Be a part of the true Mind, Body, and Soul experience at the Lotus Lounge which combines the serenity of natural therapies such as express facials and luxurious hand treatments with the brilliance of garden beds in full bloom. For a treat, book yourself an indulgent High Tea experience or sample Lindemans Early Harvest less calories, lighter alcohol wine range.

Enjoy daily live entertainment throughout the park with a series of lunchtime concerts presented by the ANU School of Music, street performers and visual theatre, comedy acts, and dance. Be sure not to miss special guest performances from soul songstress Marcia Hines or the country music sensation the McClymonts.

See yourself uplifted with the new giant 35 metre ferris wheel offering a spectacular view of Floriade and beyond.

Look out for garden bed designs of clouds, ocean waves, a giant chess board, an eye, the elixir of life and the feast of colour as you soar above amazing displays.

Invigorate your body and explore the world of sport at the Australian Sports Commission marquee. Get the latest tips for coaching, see a nutritionist cook up a storm and find out the secrets behind talent identification. Plus, meet Australian Institute of Sport athletes, coaches and scientific experts.

Families will also love the popular Patting Paddock for a chance to meet your favourite farm animal, learn more about the amazing creatures at the Riveting Reptile exhibition.

Get in touch with your creative side and see top Interflora designers going head to head with their wonderful floral artistry creations in a national competition.

View a wealth of displays from a giant citrus guitar to spectacular Australian flower display.

If you are looking for inspiration to upgrade your garden, get some great ideas from the showcase gardens.

Make a date with Floriade 2009 and reinvigorate your Mind, Body and Soul. There are plenty of things to see and do in the capital this spring.

So come on, see for yourself!

Call 1300 554 114 or go to visitcanberra.com.au or Floriade Australia for information.
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Festival Cains 2009

Held annually in September Festival Cairns is one of Australia’s leading regional cultural festivals.

Staged in the heart of Far North Queensland, the Festival is a showcase for the region both nationally and internationally, featuring a strong program of creative, cultural and sporting events across a three-week period. Established in 2002 Festival Cairns has quickly established a position as North Queensland’s premier event.

From signature food and wine events and performances by guest national and international artists, to multi-cultural and community celebrations that showcase the region’s talent, Festival Cairns is a celebration of Tropical Australia’s diverse cultural life.

The festival runs this 21st August - 6th September, 2009 in Cairns, North Queensland. Many events are free. Major events are Pacific Toyota Grand Parade & Fireworks, Cairns Amateurs Racing Carnival, Reggaetown, Tropical Wave Festival. More information at www.festivalaustralia.com.au

Check out some campgrounds in Cains for your Campervan hire Australia:
Cairns Villa & Leisure Park located 28 Pease Street, Cairns, Queensland, Australia, 4870
First City Caravilla Van Park located Kelly Street, Cairns, Queensland, Australia, 4870
Cairns Holiday Park located Cnr James & Little Streets, Cairns, Queensland, Australia, 4870

Stardome's The Sky Tonight

Ever wondered about things you don't see beneath the sky? This August come to One Tree Hill Domain, Auckland Central between Tuesdays- Sundays. Join Stardome at 8pm for the Stardome’s most popular show where you’ll learn about the planets, stars and constellations that are visible in the August night sky.

Following the 40-minute tour through August’s night skies, Stardome presenters will give you some unique insights into the myths and misconceptions about the science of astronomy, space and everything in it and the space travel that has taken place to explore it.

Once you’ve heard fact separated from fiction the Stardome team will take you outside into the courtyard, and, weather permitting, spend time viewing the night sky through telescopes.

For an additional $10 on Thurs, Fri & Sat at 9.15pm, you can also view the night sky through the Edith Winstone-Blackwell Zeiss 0.5m telescope, if the night is clear. The Zeiss telescope is still one of the largest available for public viewing in New Zealand. This event is until the end of August 2009.

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Meridien Marinas Airlie Beach Race Week: 13 - 20 Aug 2009

Venue: Shingley Drive, Airlie Beach, Queensland, 4802

A multi-million dollar boost for the community is expected when sailors and partygoers from all over Australia descend on Airlie Beach for what promises to be an entertainment extravaganza. Abel Point Marina will once again be hosting Airlie Beach Race Week. This year's race will be the best yet with changes to the racing course, improved facilities at Abel Point marina and exciting social events. One of the highlights of the week-long party will be the AUD30,000 Fantasea Cracker Night fireworks display on the Friday night. The Abel Point Marina will be the center of activities for the regatta with the marina buzzing with activity as the fleet takes over. Meridien Marinas are proud to be sponsoring this event again and they look forward to the event growing from strength to strength over the coming years. More information @ www.airliebeachraceweek.com.au

There are a number of campgrounds and caravan parks in Airlie for your campervan hire australia. Two of the campgrounds below might be your interest.

BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort Caravan Park
25-29 Shute Harbour Road
Airlie Beach QLD 4802
Australia

With accommodation ranging from private shady campsites & powered sites to Luxury 2 and 3 bedroom Apartments, they’ve built their reputation on providing a truly memorable experience.The park is set on 26 acres with beautifully landscaped surrounds... you’ll find Airlie Beach's largest resort pool, two waterslides, enormous adventure playground, jumping pillow, mini golf, tennis, outdoor movies, basketball, volleyball and Kermit's Kids Club.


Island Gateway Holiday Park
Shute Harbour Road
Airlie Beach QLD 4802
Australia

Set within over 10 acres of tropical gardens, Island Getaway Holiday Park is the closest park to Airlie Beach in the magnificent Whitsunday’s. With a variety of accommodation, shops and a range of services nearby, all of your holiday needs are taken care of.

Aotearoa Film Festival 2009 – Rotorua

Te Wananga o Aotearoa, its name, which is in Māori, literally means "University of New Zealand" is again honoured to host the 2nd Annual Aotearoa Film Festival, screening at their Rotorua Campus, August 13th and 14th 2009.

Festival! This Festival aims to develop a synergy of creativity and accessibility by taking the films and their creators to our communities throughout Aotearoa.More @ NZlive

This event is free. Hosted and organized by Te Wānanga o Aotearoa - School of Performing Arts.

You can park your motorhome at Rotorua Family Holiday Park located at 22 Beaumont Road, Ngongotaha. You can reach it in just about 15 minutes from the venue Head northeast on Malfroy Rd toward Westbrook PI. Then Turn left at Old Taupo Rd and continue on Fairy Springs Rd, Continue on Ngongotaha Rd, Turn right at Beaumont Rd. and your campervan hire zealand is home.

Royal Darwin Show (July 23-25)

One of the remaining genuine outback at the top end of the Northern Territory will be sharing the delights of it's premier events. Come to Darwin Australia and experience the premier event on the Top End community calendar, where city and country come together for three days of competition, entertainment and displays of primary industry, horticulture, art, craft, cooking and photography - The 58th Royal Darwin Show. The official opening is Friday July 24 followed by a parade of livestock and machinery. Visitors of the Royal Darwin Show can enjoy equestrian events, sideshow rides, varied live entertainment and a wide assortment of food and drink stalls that reflect the multicultural nature of Darwin.

Two hundred fourty stalls and counting are expected to display variety of products and information and the animal nursery is extremely popular. Horses feature throughout from dressage and show jumping to working stock horses and polocrosse matches. The show closes with a spectacular fireworks finale. Detailed schedule of events and information at www.darwinshow.com.au.