Grampians, Western Victoria, Australia
August to November 2011

Grampians Produce presents...
A Spring Banquet

Saturday October 9, 2010, 7pm for a 7.30pm sit down

Enjoy a sumptuous three course dining experience expertly prepared by renowned one hat chef Riccardo Momesso of Melbourne's Sarti Restaurant, utilising the region's freshest produce, matched with delectable Grampians wine... an evening not to be missed!

  • Location: Mount Langi Ghiran Winery, 80 Vine Road, Bayindeen
    Cost: $120 per person
    Bookings: phone 5354 3207,
    Email: amacpherson@langi.com.au

Discover Dunkeld - A Mosaic of Experiences

October 22-24, 2010

An annual celebration for locals and visitors to the area showcasing the region’s vast offering of nature, culture, history, food and wine. Markets in the Park, Historic Mt Sturgeon Homestead Open Day, regional produce, wine cellar tours, open gardens, art exhibitions, wildflower trails, cooking demonstrations, quality artisan producers, fun children’s activities and much more.

  • Cost: FREE ENTRY to markets
    Locations: Various locations in Dunkeld. Collect a program at either the Hamilton or Dunkeld Visitor Information Centre
    Enquiries: 1800 807 056 www.dunkeld.vic.au

Messiah – Essendon Choral Society

1.30pm for seating, October 24, 2010 (those attending must be seated for 2pm start)

Essendon Choral Society, in association with the Melbourne Opera Company and supported by the Opera Orchestra is delighted to announce the performance of Handel’s Messiah on Sunday October 24 2010, seating for 2pm at the Halls Gap Oval, Halls Gap School Rd, Halls Gap.

  • Cost: Tickets @ $40 per seat. No concession can be offered.
    Location: Halls Gap Oval, Halls Gap School Rd Halls Gap
    Contact: To facilitate event planning and servicing, pre-booked tickets are essential and must be purchased by COB, Friday October 15. Phone 03 5352 2181 or website trybooking.com.au insert the word 'Messiah' into the 'Buy Tickets' box.

31st Annual Halls Gap Film Festival

November 5-7, 2010

Be amongst the first to view an impressive line-up of critically acclaimed Australian and international films in the heart of the beautiful Grampians National Park.

Expertly selected by the Federation of Victorian Film Societies, the program allows movie buffs to explore the latest movies from around the globe– as well as an Aussie classic. A new addition to this year’s event will be a short film festival by local young filmmakers.

Festivals and events

Seduction by Tastebuds

Saturday August 14 and Saturday November 13

Seduction by Tastebuds takes you to the wineries of Victoria's Pyrenees Region for a series of slow food lunches matching amazing food to local premium quality wines. Each unique sitting presents a menu crafted by one of Australia’s top chefs and is complimented by Pyrenees wines carefully selected by the winemaker of the host venue. Both Simon Humble and Adrian Richardson will be visiting the Pyrenees to prepare menus for our famous Seduction by Tastebuds.

  • Location:
    Saturday August 14 at Blue Pyrenees Winery with chef Simon Humble
    Saturday November 13 at  Dalwhinnie with Chef Adrian Richardson
    Cost: $130
    Phone: 1800 206 622

Grampians Wildlife Arts Festival

August 31 to September, 2010

A workshop based event for natural history artists to experience and study Australians unique environment, its plants and inhabitants.

  • Various locations in Halls gap area  
    Enquiries: Peter Voice 5358 3746

Classics In Wartook Valley

September 10-12, 2010

Kangaroos in Wartook Valley

A festival that opens at the beginning of spring in the Grampians, it celebrates the arts, music, open gardens, local produce, and artists with a classic theme.

  • Cost: varied on activity
    Location: at various locations in the Wartook Valley
    Website: wartook.vic.au
    Contact: Melissa Russell 0409 179 612

Ararat Farmers' Market and
Boutique Beer Festival

September 12 + December 12, 2010. From 9am
Beer festival from 11am

Our spring farmers market will feature plenty of produce, goods and delicious food to eat from the local area. The market will also be hosting a boutique beer festival.

Horsham Spring Garden Festival

October 8-10 , 9am to 5pm

A 3 day festival with something for everyone. Exhibitors displaying the latest in plant releases, native plants for your garden, garden design, tools and garden implement, this is the festival for garden lovers. Flower arranging demonstrations, local entertainment and a free spinning wheel for your chance to win lots of gardening prizes. Children’s activities such as jumping castle and face painting.

  • Cost: $5 adults, children under 16 Free.
    Location: Horsham Botanical Gardens
    Enquiries; Graham Gerlach 0418 504 333