My Own Drive Holiday

Lights-filled Festival

2009-12-15T18:15:00.000-08:00

Celebrate the summer season in New Zealand this December, join the crowd as the lights sparkle in their eyes with the TSB Bank Festival of Lights happening at Pukekura Park in New Plymouth. The area of New Plymouth bounded in Taranaki region boasts pretty coastlines and unwinding parks. If you are cogitating on a trip to New Zealand come on here to the West coast of New Zealand and experience the festivity of lights, now the longest running and most successful festival and arts event in Taranaki.

Think about roadtripping with your camper rental New Zealand to Taranaki region either taking it from Auckland or Wellington. Nightly entertainment will begin on Saturday 26 December 2009 through to Sunday 31 January 2010. Know more information about TSB Bank Festival of Lights you may win prices.

This festival happens each year pulling about 150,000 of visitors during the period, areas of New Plymouth's Pukekura Park are transformed into a magical land which popularly refer to as the wonderland, some place filled with sparks and glows of more than 1,000 lights and 5km of cable create a night-time illuminated destination. Certain structures like the Pukekura park's water wheel, fountains and the historic band rotunda are generously designed with lights. Best scene is reflected when the moon is up, bushes, trees, fountains, and everywhere has different shades. Overall the park is flashing.

Early Christmas in Cambridge

2009-12-06T20:23:00.000-08:00

North Island has something for its residents and visitors this early Christmas, come on hire a Campervan with your traveling buddies or your family. Visit Cambridge, New Zealand while they celebrate “Cambridge Christmas Festival 2009” this December 5th to 19th. Just the right event to count the 100th year of the Cambridge Town Hall.

Cambridge is a lovely town in Waikato and popularly distinguished as the "The Town of Trees". There are more reasons to visit Cambridge. Shops will be open to sell gifts and decorations, homemade jams and chutneys. Walk the heritage and boutique trails and discover the a range of shops many set within heritage buildings. Refreshments are available everywhere in Cambridge, check out how the decorated Town Hall turn into a host to this event. Hire a motorhome from Auckland (see campers New Zealand), this will need a comfortable two hours of road tripping to Hamilton and find your way to Cambridge. You can also take a short drive to Lake Karapiro to maximize your vacation in Cambridge. Visit Cambridge Christmas Festival.

To maximize your roadtrip to Cambridge take a 6 kilometer south of Cambridge to Lake Karapiro, an international class venue for water sports and recreation. Or hit your way to Maungatautari, a mountain sanctuary for native wildlife just about 15 minutes drive from Cambridge.

Cocoa's Christmas Market (Florida)

2009-12-03T18:35:00.000-08:00

Come on to Florida! Join shoppers and travel enthusiasts in Cocoa, Florida to shop for Christmas gifts. If you spend $50 or more with the Cocoa Village merchants, you can get free skate rental at the ice rink in Riverfront Park. This event is happening until December 20th of 2009. Just the best way to get back home with local village products not found anywhere else.

With your RV hire, why not come on down and see what there is? If shopping does not interest you, then Cocoa Beach should be. It has been called the quintessential beach town just an hour drive east of Orlando on Florida's beautiful Space Coast. Florida as we know is one of the places that major in coastal activities. Cocoa is just one of the affordable places in Florida to spend a relaxed or adventured style. Go fishing, horse back riding, and all that you can. If you are looking at an RV park to stay in Cocoa, the Oceanus Mobile Village and RV Park located at 52 S Crescent Beach Dr in Cocoa Beach will be a perfect place. Phone them at 321-783-3871. Their park has 18 sites, hookups, toilets, water, shower, table, etc. Bring your pets!

Christmas in Cooroy, Queensland

2009-11-26T17:46:00.000-08:00

There's plenty to see and do in Queensland, aside from its world class coastlines and awesome waters Queensland host number of events and celebrate hard to miss festivals. Some mates are just lucky to be campervanning around Queensland. One event this year's Christmas is “A Heritage Christmas in Cooroy”, just some great and fun community event loaded with free activities and making it just a lot fit for your group or family if you are doing a vacation in Queensland.

The Lower Mill Site will be open for self guided tours and woodworking demonstrations. Heritage clothing and photographs will be on display at the Cooroy Butter Factory. What's really fantastic are the festivities at Apex Park with free rides, face painting, food and market stalls, licensed venue, heritage displays and entertainment.

If you are yet thinking for a campervan vacation to Queensland, you can pick up your vehicle from Brisbane and start your holiday. Cooroy is one and a half drive from Brisbane. Cooroy is also a good base from which to explore the Sunshine Coast and its hinterland.

Open times of this event is from 8am – 8pm of December 5th 2009. Apex Park on Maple Street in Queensland. Discover more of Queensland with your other half, or colleagues, or family by hiring one of the Campervans. Visit more events at Queensland Holidays.

Whangamata's Jazz Art and Blues

2009-11-19T18:28:00.000-08:00

Planning a New Zealand Holiday? Great! Come on down to Waikato this Friday November 20th and enjoy three days of great music of the Whangamata Jazz Art and Blues Festival. Is this only for people who love music? No, I'm talking about fun, fair, and travel in Waikato. This event is happening November 20th - 22nd 2009.

Have your motorhome New Zealand ready for this event. Have your thoughts about Wentworth Valley Campground, managed by the Department of Conservation campsite with permanent onsite managers. This provides added security.

Set in a serene bushland environment surrounded by regenerating native forest and nestled adjacent to the Wentworth River. A number of walks start at the campground and includes mines, waterfalls and extensive views of the coromandel ranges. Wentworth Valley Campground is located on Wentworth Valley Rd and distance is 1.8 km south of Whangamata.

Whangamata Jazz Art and Blues Festival will also include the opening of the Pohutukawa Festival. Live music will fill Whangamata's main street, and a variety of other locations, throughout the weekend. The main ticketed event, with headline acts, will be held at the Whangamata Sports grounds from NOON onwards, tickets are $25 and will be available from local information centres. Check out more about Whangamata Jazz Art and Blues Festival.

Savour at Canberra

2009-11-12T17:21:00.000-08:00

Planning to visit the Capital? Hurry up and enjoy unlimited ways of treating your tastebuds. The Savour Expo Canberra is on again. Happening this 15-16 November in the Exhibition Hall of the National Convention Centre, Canberra, 31 Constitution Avenue Canberra City.

Join the leading expo, indulge with wine, beer and food experts for tastings, gourmet delights, top chefs, master classes, even the Jack Daniels Experience.

Savour - National Capital Food, Wine & Beverage Expo begins at 10:20 in the morning till 4:30 of November 15th. Tickets $15 - available online now or at the door, ticket includes a Savour Expo souvenir tasting glass and show bag. November 16th is Trade Day Only ( free entrance for trade visitors). The Convention Centre is just a short walk from the City centre and parking is available just across Constitution Avenue. Check out Savour, for schedule of specific activities, exhibitors information, tickets, organizers and other info.

Give nature and outdoor a chance to be explored in Canberra when the expo is through. Treat yourself with extensive trails and walkways of Canberra. Ask a local or visit the Visitor's information centre to travel and see more. Hire or rent a camper Australia and head to Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve located 45 minutes drive from the business district. Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve got native animals such as emus and kangaroos grazing freely, enjoy the wildlife in a natural setting.

Australian International Three Day Event

2009-11-10T17:00:00.000-08:00

Come and see the Australian International Three Day Event this November 13-15 at the Rymill Park, Adelaide, South Australia, this event is an Australian pinnacle equestrian event, showcasing Australasia's best riders and equine athletes. Including the showcasing of Adelaide's beautiful parks and gardens, easy living lifestyle and Rundle Street precinct.

This 2009, the Australian International Three Day Event will host the Trans Tasman series, inviting New Zealand's top four riders and horses to travel to South Australia and compete against an Australian Team. Wow.

Another good news is that this year's event will feature an extended program of activities across the weekend including the Mutual Community Cross Country Challenge; a more family focused Cross Country Day, Grape and Gourmet Gallop food and wine fair, creating more of a ‘village' atmosphere within Rymill Park. The ‘Dressage with the Stars' lunch will again be held on dressage day with dressage to music demonstrations and other entertainment.

There's more to offer and see in Adelaide when the event is over. Take a quick time to check out camper Australia before you begin to travel the towns of Adelaide and the rest of South Australia.

Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival

2009-11-03T18:42:00.000-08:00

This November 6-8 is time for Arizona's highest quality event for its 16th year and expercting 45,000 of people coming to experience this 2-day event. Featuring the most accomplished artists in the United States. Over 165 juried artists from throughout the United States and abroad will participate displaying impressive small, medium and life-sized bronze sculptures, vessels, rope baskets, wood, clay and mixed media sculptures, one of a kind handcrafted jewelry, exceptional photography and much more.

The festival will also provide a unique opportunity to sample an extensive collection of domestic and imported wines, as well as flavorful micro-brews. For $10, patrons will receive an engraved souvenir wine or beer glass and six tasting tickets; allowing patrons to come together and enjoy the unparalleled ambience of fine art, wine and live musical entertainment.

The festival will take place in downtown Carefree, near the corner of Easy and Ho Hum streets. Hours are 10am to 5pm each day. Admission is $3.00. Parking is free all weekend. This festival is widely known as a paradise for art collectors and a truly enjoyable experience for all that attend! See contacts and other details @ events America. If your planning a motorhome getaway in Arizona visit USA motorhomes.

Grafton Jacaranda Festival 2009

2009-10-29T19:05:00.000-07:00

Be a part of the the world-renowned Jacaranda Festival held yearly in Grafton, Northern Rivers New South Wales, from Friday, October 30th and concludes on Sunday, 8th November.

The festival brings flowers competition, parades, concerts, boats, film festival, fun run and more events together. This is a festival set to express the people's thanksgiving for the generosity with which nature blesses this part of the globe. Inaugurated in 1934, this was the first of Australia's folk festivals and is based upon the magnificent spectacle of the hundreds of lilac-blossomed trees which grow in Grafton's broad tree lined avenues. Dont miss this unique and oldest celebration in Grafton.

Grafton is located on the Mid North Coast of NSW, 300kms south of Brisbane and 600kms north of Sydney. Interest yourself on campervans in NSW. More about the festival at www.jacarandafestival.org.au

Night out for wine and food lovers

2009-10-19T22:37:00.000-07:00

Happening 6-8pm Tuesday 20 October, Wellington. Be there and be among the first to sample new release and award-winning wines from the Wairarapa sub-regions of Martinborough, Gladstone and Masterton, and discover how various foods accentuate different flavours in the wine.

Wines from the region are small in size but huge in style. Distinctively boutique, they achieve international acclaim for intensity of flavour. It is the genuine cool climate that creates this food friendly style.

Want to stay longer and see more of Wellington? Then move around through Campers New Zealand. Join "A dream night out for wine and food lovers" for an opportunity to taste a fine collection of wines from 30 of the regions wineries - including gems from artisan vineyards that are not widely available. See you at the Atrium, Chaffers Dock Building, 1 Herd St, Wellington. Want to know more? Visit A dream night out for wine and food lovers.

October is Sydney International Food Festival

2009-10-08T17:39:00.000-07:00

Planning on another campervan hire holiday in Sydney? Fantastic! If you are good to go then don't yet. Yes I know you probably are jumping on excitement to see your camper Australia. Hang on because Sydney together with a campervan holiday can even make it a food-filled vacation for you this time.

It's the food event of the year and you can be there to see a galaxy of kitchen stars, local and international.

The Sydney International Food Festival has something for everyone: extravagant dinners in our best restaurants, markets, tours, cooking classes and community and regional events. It's a celebration of our amazing food scene. All the favourites from Good Food Month are here, including Hats Off dinners, Let's Do Lunch, the Night Noodle Markets and Hands-on cooking classes. We have special guests from overseas, including Slow Food founder Carlo Petrini from Italy (October 18). Explore Sydney International Food Festival to know more about this event.

The Dunedin Rhododendron Festival

2009-10-07T17:56:00.000-07:00

Dunedin, with great pleasure, welcomes garden and Rhododendron lovers to the city during Rhododendron Festival 2007 to view the spectacular displays of Rhododendrons in private and public gardens.

Diverse microclimates abound in Dunedin's temperate coastal setting providing a variety of environments for Rhododendrons and plants from around the world.

The week-long Dunedin Rhododendron Festival offers more than 50 events, including wine and food tastings in the Larnach Castle gardens, art in Glenfalloch gardens, garden tours and demonstrations. Dunedin has an ideal climate for rhododendrons and azaleas which thrive in private gardens, as well as three gardens of 'national significance'.

More info about this? Visit Dunedin Rhododendron Festival. Or contact tel: (03) 477 1092 and or e-mail to info@rhododunedin.co.nz

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Chicago International Film Festival

2009-09-28T01:40:00.000-07:00

For 45 years, the Chicago International Film Festival has brought you the brightest and boldest new films and filmmakers—from Slumdog Millionaire and Reservoir Dogs to Scorsese, Fassbinder, Wenders, and Herzog—first. Did you chat with The Wrestler director Darren Aronofsky or listen to Kevin Smith crack the audience up for an hour after Zack and Miri Make a Porno? Maybe you saw Viggo Mortensen, or Jada Pinkett Smith at her directorial debut? This year you can expect to see the most anticipated films and stars (Uma Thurman, Martin Landau, and Willem Dafoe to name a few), but the real fun is pushing your boundaries and discovering something new.
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Chicago Film Festival is happening October 8 -22, 2009.

The 32nd Annual Pensacola Seafood Festival

2009-09-22T20:51:00.000-07:00

The Fiesta of Five Flags presents the 2009 Pensacola Seafood Festival in historic Seville Square area in downtown Pensacola. The fantastic seafood for which the Gulf Coast is famous will be the highlight of the weekend. Carefully selected food vendors offer a wide variety of seafood dishes and other festival fare. Some highlights of this year's menu include southern style crab cakes, gator bites, blackened mahi mahi, bang bang shrimp, fried crawfish pistolettes, shrimp creole, boudin balls, and shark on a stick.

With more than 180 arts and crafts vendors, the Pensacola Seafood Festival is also one of the largest arts and crafts fairs in Northwest Florida. Live musical performances by local and regional acts are held throughout the festival in Fountain Park adjacent to Seville Square. The Pensacola Seafood Festival also offers cooking demonstrations, a 5K run/walk, the Splash Dogs competition, 2009 Redfish Cup Championship, a children’s area, and other activities will be location in Pensacola News Journal Pelican Park (Bartram Park).

The Pensacola Seafood Festival is held in the Historic District in Seville Square and Bartram Park overlooking the picturesque Pensacola Bay September 25 - 27, 2009. Go to The Fiesta of Five Flags for schedules and details of the event.

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GrapeFest

2009-09-14T18:19:00.000-07:00

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.

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Floriade Festival

2009-09-10T19:24:00.000-07:00

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

2009-09-03T19:03:00.000-07:00

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

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Cairns Villa & Leisure Park located 28 Pease Street, Cairns, Queensland, Australia, 4870
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Cairns Holiday Park located Cnr James & Little Streets, Cairns, Queensland, Australia, 4870

Stardome's The Sky Tonight

2009-08-17T18:50:00.000-07:00

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

2009-08-06T17:26:00.000-07:00

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

2009-07-30T18:48:00.000-07:00

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)

2009-07-16T18:31:00.000-07:00

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.

Queenstown Winterfestival, NZ

2009-06-23T00:37:00.000-07:00

Get to the snow with your skiboards in New Zealand's ski season! Its the Queenstown Winterfestival (June 26 – July 5, 2009. Attracting over 60,000 of people of endless parties and events to experience. Come on to the Southern hemispehere's biggest winter party. Yeehaa!

June 26th (American express opening party) 6:00pm – 9pm at the Lake Front. Enjoy and experience an amazing opening fireworks! The 18th Lindauer Top Blokes Launch party will start 7pm at the Memorial Hall Tickets at $18 R18. Live Entertainment Free featuring the Oystermen 9pm at the Sky City Queenstown Casino..And more other events.

June 27th's main event is the Ohakune Mountain Mardi Gras. Dress up and hit to “The Junction” OHAKUNE and start rocking at 600 m above sea level (a party 1000m away from the slopes of Mt Ruapehu and being there is a significance to be called. The party starts at 7:00 pm be sure to dress up. FULL STOP will start at 7:30pm to play the best of the Ska music. 8:30pm will call on the HUGE Mardi Gras FIRE & FIREWORKS Display. And more concerts and shows at by 8:45, 10;00pm, and 11:30pm by the KINGSTON, MIDNIGHT YOUTH and your favorite GENERAL LEE, respectively.

More day and night events are to see for New Zealand's ten days of outrageous Winter festival. American Express great comedy debate on June 29th, Pulse Fitness Body Jam in the park, Food and Wine Events, fashion, festival Mardi Gras on June 30, Mardi Gras after Party June 30, family variety shows, De Lorenzo Winter Day at the Races on July 2nd, Star Ship Skyline Murder Mystery July 2, Southern Stampede competitions, workshops and just a lot of for celebrating all things in winter. Let the snow begin!

A space for optimism

2009-06-15T17:28:00.000-07:00

“A space for optimism” is 2009's theme of Lismore Lantern Parade in New South Wales Australia on June 20-21. Despite the pessimistic occurrence about economic, social and environmental concerns individual and organizations cope up in various ways to retain a good standing.
The Lizmore Lantern Parade aims to conjure optimism and to be creative. This is an award winning community festival that will feature artistic and brightly made lantern floats, dancing, music, workshops, other events (market delight market stalls, lantern parade, street party) and a fire event finale that will start at 6:45pm at the Jolley Field . On Sunday the event will feature The Big Breakfast at Carrington Street which will start at 8:30am, cooking demonstration,food debate and also other events)

Dance Fever in Australia

2009-06-04T19:54:00.000-07:00

Its the month of June and it's the peak of dancing queens and kings in Australia. Whether you are a professional, amateur or just a folly who loves the beat of dancing, ready yourselves to experience the Biggest Dance Celebration of Australia's Dance Festival. This event will be happening on the 12th of June and ending it soon on the 14th of June at State Sports Centre Sydney Olympic Park.

Join the party with the starts of “Dancing with the Starts” and “SYTYCD”. Party in the ADF Party Rooms starts at 10:30 onwards on all three nights. Shows by SYTYCD, other various world tango champions, and known dance personalities are the most awaited and prepared shows.

Main shows for June 12th will feature “It takes Two” from 8:30pm-10:30pm. June 13th - “All Things contemporary” from 4:30-6:30. And June 14th – “Celebration of Cultures” that will start early at 8:30pm-10:30pm. This festival is very attractive as this is choreographed by the best and only by the top choreographers. Don't miss the Expos too! See yah!

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Wildfoods Festival

2009-03-16T14:13:00.000-07:00

The Wildfoods Festival is a celebration of the West Coast’s unique lifestyle, food and hospitality and takes place at Cass Square, a focal point in the centre of Hokitika. Every year an extravaganza of gourmet bushtucker, based on the West Coast’s natural food sources, from the land and sea, is presented in an innovative manner!…..Read more about this travel buzz @ Campervan hire New Zealand