Newsletter | #156 | What's On this Week Newsletter | #156 | What's On this Week

Welcome to this week's Melbourne events, exhibitions, sports and community guide for Tuesday December 29 to Monday January 4, 2010.

This week.. There's a range of music festivals to mark the brand spanking 2010 that we're boldly walking into with The Peninsula Summer Music Festival and the Red Hill Counrty Music Festival offering some fanfare that doesn't require a glowstick and sturdy ear-drums.

That's right, things are going to get loud and proud as the year comes to a close with no end of shindigs held across Melbourne as nightclubs, bars, theatres and more come to life to ring in the New Year. With a great number of events on New Year's Eve - too many to mention here - you'll find a party-popper's worth of attractions by visiting our New Year's Eve Events.

There's a huge range of happenings this year, including that guy on the porch who plays a lonely trumpet at midnight. True story, stand on my porch and you'll hear him - and don't ask what I was doing alone on my own porch one New Year's Eve listening to a mournful trumpet, I won't go there. I'm just happy to say that this New Year's is looking much brighter with a swell, beautiful gal to lock lips with when the bell tolls! ;)

Have a very safe, happy and hopefully smoochy New Year's from the team @ OnlyMelbourne


School Holiday Guide
Drama Workshops | Drama Camp & Glee Camp - Treat the kids to Drama! Music! Dance! A series of drama camps will be held at various locations during the School Holidays in summer, with activities and classes held in Croydon and Templestowe offering creative fun for kids and teens.
When: Various Dates - December 21 to January 15


School Holiday Guide for all the latest on what to do with the kids during the Summer School Holidays ending Sunday January 31. The holiday guide offers some of the best things to do over the holiday period for the young and young at heart, with events, tours and holiday care programs.. all in marvellous Melbourne!

A New Year's Eve Spectacular, held at the Arts Centre, stars Australia's favourite leading lady Marina Prior and the magnificent 60 piece Australian Pops Orchestra in a gala concert to honour the year's end with songs including 'Amazing Grace' and many other widely loved musical pieces.
When: Wednesday & Thursday, December 30 & 31


Jersey Boys, performed at the Princess Theatre, is the Broadway hit that charts the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons as the play takes a nostalgic look at how four blue-collar kids became one of the great music successes while showcasing the songs they became famous for.
When: Until February 28


Godzone, performed at Melbourne Theatre Company in Southbank, is the new political satire by Guy Rundle and Max Gillies where Reverend Kevin of Rudd Ministries, in a sermon from the German translated via Mandarin, tells his congregation that religion is the new politics and vice versa.
When: Until January 17 - Various Days


Entertainment & Nightlife
Live Concerts & Gigs
The Saints & Sinners Ball, one of the most decadent events on the clubbing calendar, will celebrates New Year's in true decadent style. With guests invited to attend as any erotic theme they choose, venue details are only revealed several days before the event for those with tickets.
When: Thursday December 31 - Bookings Required


The Falls Festival, held each year in the Otway rainforest above Lorne and Victoria's Great Ocean Road, features a spectacular natural amphitheatre playing host to some of the best musicians performing across three nights along with an Arts Village offering Body Painting, food and more.
When: December 29 to January 1, 2010


The Pyramid Rock Festival, now in its sixth year, is a huge event held on Phillip Island that celebrates the New Year with a line up of performers that includes the internationally successful band, Empire of the Sun, Cat Power, Grinspoon, and the welcome return of Regurgitator.
When: December 29 to January 1, 2010


Summadayze, a Melbourne institution since 1999 that has since become a national event, kicks off the New Year with a 12-hour dance music party held at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl. Attracted bigger international DJs and performers each year, 2010's effort features Carl Cox and Riton.
When: Friday January 1, 2010


The Solar Music Festival, held at Mornington Racecourse, is the Mornington Peninsula's beloved summer music festival with a stellar line-up of international artists along with blue chip Australian bands and DJs including the Dirty South recently added to the already impressive line up.
When: Sunday January 3


The Garden Party, held at Melbourne's Belgian Beer Cafe Bluestone, is a chance to celebrate New Year's Day in the sunshine with this family friendly event, and presented by JOY FM, who'll be broadcasting live from the party. Free to attend, the day features music from DJ's and a barbeque.
When: Friday January 1, 11am to 1am


The Red Hot Summer Tour, featuring Jimmy Barnes, Shannon Noll and Adam Brand performing live, will be appearing at selected venues across Victoria, bringing a very special series of concerts with three of Australia's greatest and most loved entertainers on the one bill.
When: Saturday & Sunday, January 2 & 3


Comedy & Magic
Comedy@Spleen is a comedy night at Spleen Bar in Bourke Street, where you can enjoy a great night out with an eclectic mix of Melbourne's comedy scene featuring established personalities and comedy legends from radio and television with guests such as Glenn Robbins, Corinne Grant and others.
When: Every Monday - 8:30pm to 10:30pm | FREE Entry


Melbourne For Kids
The Wind in the Willows, Melbourne's favourite family entertainment, returns with its well-loved tradition of bringing the animals to the Royal Botanic Gardens. Pack a picnic, pack the kids and join Rat, Mole, Badger and Mr Toad, as they bring to life Kenneth Grahame's classic tale.
When: Dec 29 to Jan 30 - Tuesday to Saturday


Sand Sculpting Australia will again present a special display as part of the Frankston Waterfront Festival with their newest theme 'Great Moments In History' featuring 3,500 tonnes of sand carved into spectacular sculptures depicting people, places and events that have shaped our world.
When: Until April 25


The Myer Christmas Windows, which have delighted families and kids for more than 50 years now, are displayed outside the Bourke Street store where you can now find this year's offering, 'Olivia Helps with Christmas', featuring the popular children's character and adorable pig, Olivia.
When: On Display Until January 4


Crown's Christmas Spectacular transforms the grand Atrium into a magical Christmas carnival. Presented each year to entertain children, a cavalcade of Christmas characters perform and dance under the enormous brand new Christmas Carousel each time the giant clock chimes.
When: Until January 3


Puzzles & Competitions
Spot The Difference
There are 5 Differences between these two pictures of Captain Cook's Cottage, located in Fitzroy Gardens... See if you can spot them! Sign up for answers revealed in Next Week's Newsletter

Last week's answers are further down with Melbourne Trivia
More on Captain Cook's Cottage | Learn More about Melbourne!


You Can Help
There are many social causes that are relevant to people from all walks of life, many of which rely on public support to better the community or assist those who are less fortunate or to benefit others. This week we ask you to consider the following..


Fat-Loss-A-Thon is an on-line competition where you can lose weight, win prizes and help raise $250,000 for charity. For only a $10 donation to The Sports Rewards Foundation, entrants can help a good cause while losing weight with a proven 12-week program called The Real Body Plan.
When: Held Throughout January


Markets, Fetes and Fairs
The Suzuki Night Market, held weekly at Queen Victoria Market, has become a summer tradition that offers a great mix of unique products and a great atmosphere with a stunning mix of world food, eclectic wares, bars and even two stages showcasing the best live music!
When: Until February 24 - Every Wednesday


View MARKETS on any day of the week to make the most of the rare sunny days (it's a coin toss, isn't it!) and head to one of Melbourne's many excellent markets, fetes and fairs for a bargain!


A growing number of food, produce and even wine markets are always popping up around the suburbs. And don't forget garage sales!
Fetes Fairs & Shows
Art & Craft Markets
Food & Produce Markets
Swap Meets
Garage Sales


Dining & Drink
Special Dining Offers
Dining Specials - Save Up To 20% on Your Bill
Menulog is the easiest way to book a restaurant online with over 4000 restaurant listings! By booking online through Menulog you can enjoy fine food and save money with special deals offering discounts on total food bills, complimentary wine and drinks, discount group bookings and much, much more!

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