Calendar of Events
2009
 October 2009
Yarraville Markets
10 Oct 2009, 10am – 4pm
Masonic Hall
Corner Canterbury & Willis St, Yarraville
It is in the village. It is sweet. It is quaint. It is friendly. But most of all, it is full of Melbourne artists and designers whose products are all handmade, gorgeous and Australian made. Just how we like it.
www.yarravillemarkets.blogspot.com
Werribee Racecourse Market
10 Oct 2009, 9am – 2pm
Werribee Racecourse
Ballan Rd, Werribee
The same successful package of home made and home grown products that have made the other quality-endorsed Craft Markets Australia so famous is now available to the Werribee region.
This market is also only 20 minutes drive from Geelong's northern suburbs.
www.craftmarkets.com.au
November 2009
Stella Artois Melbourne Cup Polo
Sunday 1 November and Sunday 8 November.
Werribee Park
K Road, Werribee
The Stella Artois Melbourne Cup Polo is one of the most prestigious tournaments on the polo calendar and attracts professional teams and players from all over the world. A great way to experience the buzz of the Melbourne Cup in a sophisticated yet relaxed setting, several thousand people attend the event, soaking up the Carnival atmosphere in a range of hospitality marquees and reserved picnic sites beside the polo field.
www.victorianpoloclub.com.au
Djerriwarrh Festival
Saturday 7 November 11am – 9pm
Sunday 8 November 12pm – 4:30pm
Various locations across Melton.
The 30th annual Djerriwarrh Festival promises to be a fantastic weekend of free fun and entertainment for all ages. The Djerriwarrh Festival is a celebration of community spirit. Highlights include live performances by Jon Stevens and Joe Camilleri, vibrant street parade, market stalls, community stages, Lifestyle Expo, carnival, roving entertainment and much more.
www.melton.vic.gov.au
Handel’s Messiah
Saturday 7 November
6:30 – 8:00pm
Williamstown Town Hall
Ferguson Street, Williamstown
Renowned conductor Doug Heywood OAM (Channel 9’s Carols by Candlelight) directs the Camberwell Chorale and Camerata Orchestra in a special twilight performance of George Frideric Handel’s greatest sacred music and most celebrated work, Messiah.
www.hobsonsbaytickets.com.au
Victoria’s Annual Olive Festival
Witchmount Estate Winery
557 Leakes Rd, Rockbank
Sun 19 November, 10am – 5pm
Witchmount Estate is the new home to Victoria's Annual Olive Festival. The festival features award winning olives and award winning wine. Food and wine tasting, market stalls, cooking demonstrations, live music and children's activities
www.visitvictoria.com
Myer Christmas Polo
Saturday 28 November, 11:30am – 6pm
Werribee Park Mansion
K Road, Werribee
Dress up, bring the girls and celebrate the Christmas Polo. There are many exciting activities including live music, the champagne sprint and the Audi divot stomp. Celebrities and sports stars will be in attendance and kids are welcome. Watch for the polo ponies thundering past!!
www.christmaspolo.com.au
The Age Spring Harvest Picnic
Werribee Park
K Road, Werribee
Sun 29 November, 9am – 5pm
At The Age Spring Harvest Picnic at Werribee Park, food and wine producers from all over Victoria will gather in the magnificent grounds of Werribee Park to sample, showcase and sell their tasty products. Taste family-made jams and preserves, artisan breads, decadent cupcakes, handcrafted local ales and much more.
 
www.harvestpicnic.com.au
Stella Artois Polo Challenge
(Formerly the Winemakers Tournament)
Sunday 29 November
Werribee Park
K Road, Werribee
The ultimate day out for lovers of fine food, wine, and sport. The magnificent grounds of Werribee Park play host to both the Stella Artois Polo Challenge and the Spring Harvest Picnic. The combination of superb Australian food and wine (including tastings), the excitement of polo, live entertainment on stage and the beautiful parkland setting ensures a great day out.
www.victorianpoloclub.com.au
December 2009
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