Here’s some extra information about Melbourne, particularly if you’ve never been here before, or don’t get here very often.
Population: Just under 4 million
Location: Victoria, Australia, at the top of Port Phillip Bay. Why not Visit Melbourne?
What else is on in Melbourne when you come to attend AVAC?
There’s sure to be plenty of shows on in town and the shopping is always great.
- 8 March (Tuesday) 2011 – International Women’s Day – IWD Global Centenary 1911-2011
- 11 to 14 March 2011 – Port Fairy Folk Festival with International and National artists over the four day long week-end. The festival presents folk roots, blues, jazz, bluegrass, celtic roots, jazz, crossroads country and rock, and music of the world. Plus a Children’s Folk Circus, a Free Festival of the Streets, markets, buskers and a beautiful setting of history, sun and sea. (see more about Port Fairy)
- 11 to 14 March 2011 – Chillout Festival – at Daylesford is the largest gay and lesbian celebration in regional and rural Australia. Major events include Carnival Day, the Dance Party and the Street Parade.
- 14 March (Monday) 2011 – Labour Day - Public Holiday - (see AU public holiday dates.)
- 17 March (Thursday) 2011 – St Patrick’s Day - See Themes for Parties for St Patrick’s Day decorations and costumes.
Tourist sites for Melbourne:
http://www.melbourneeguide.com/
http://www.visitvictoria.com/
http://www.visitmelbourne.com/
