Time to Roam Magazine Issue 9 - June/July 2014 | Page 56

Photo by Dragan Radocaj. Copyright
Barossa Grape and Wine Assoc

NSW
June 21
Winter Magic Festival, Katoomba
Katoomba is taken over by local
artists, musicians, dancers and
the community; the streets are
lined with market stalls and
everybody is encouraged to dress
in costume. wintermagic.com.au
June
Hunter Valley Wine
and Food Month
A one-month showcase of the
Hunter region’s diverse and
plentiful wine and food culture
including a winemaker’s table
series. winecountry.com.au
August 1-3
Byron Bay Writers Festival
Renowned for its stimulating
program, charm and relaxed
ambience, the festival attracts the
cream of the Australian writers
byronbaywritersfestival.com.au

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August 2-19
Australian Surf Festival,
Coffs Harbour
There are 500 competitors in
the surf. Onshore there’s live
music, art and presentations.
surfingaustralia.com

VIC
June 26 -July 6
FUN4KIDS Festival,
Warrnambool
Set in a 2.5 acre indoor
village, children aged 2-12 can
participate in an adventurous
and imaginative world of arts,
hands-on workshops and live
entertainment. fun4kids.com.au
July1 9-20
Winter Miracles
Orchid Show, Silvan
Immerse yourself in the intricate
beauty of orchids grown by
enthusiasts from all over Victoria.
Free advice for the novice
grower on the nuances of orchid
cultivation. visitvictoria.com

July 26-27
Open House Melbourne
Unlocks some of Melbourne’s
significant buildings to explore for
free. If you love this city and its
architecture, history and design,
you’ll love Open House Melbourne.
openhousemelbourne.org

SA
June 28- July 27
Mamma Carmela’s Winter
Wonderland, Glenelg
Glenelg is transformed into a
winter wonderland with a huge
undercover 150 square metre ice
rink installed in Moseley Square
so the whole family can go ice
skating by Adelaide’s favourite
beach. holdfast.sa.gov.au
July 17-20
Adelaide International Guitar
Festival
An immersive festival featuring local
and international guitar masters
showcasing skill, musicianship
and creativity. Includes free
workshops and panel discussions.
adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au

August 15-17
Barossa Gourmet Weekend
Feast your senses and indulge
in food, music and the Baroosa’s
famous hospitality. More than 30
events including family fun days,
markets, music recitals, long
lunches, cooking classes and wine
master-classes. barossa.com

QLD
July 11-20
Viva Surfers Paradise
Celebrate the life and music of the
King of rock ‘n’ roll, Elvis Presley
and relive the 50s and 60s. You can
renew your wedding vows with the
Gold Coast’s very own Elvis, Dean
Vegas. surfersparadise.com
July 25-27
Queensland Heritage Rally, Ayr
Experience vintage machinery in
action and the largest collection
of vintage motor cycles ever seen
in Australia. Cars, trade displays,
daily grand parade, woodwork,
blacksmithing plus workshops
and entertainment for the kids.
qldheritagerally.com.au