This weekend @ Docklands: Japanese Festival, Sunday Market, $15 pizzas & ice-skating fun

Once again there is plenty to see and do this weekend at Docklands. Just take your pick...Japanese Summer Festival - Saturday, 27th February 4pm - 8pmSoak up the atmosphere at the Japanese Summer Festival at the Waterfront City piazza. Enjoy free performances such as Japanese Drumming (Wadaiko Rindo), Japanese Summer Dances (Bon Odori), Start (Performance) Taiko & Singing (Huntingdale Bilingual...

Video: Opening of IceHouse at Docklands

Have you been watching the Winter Olympics in Vancouver? Has it inspired you to hit the ice? Then Melbourne's new state-of-the-art skating rink, the Icehouse, is the perfect place for you to start. Opened on the 12th February by Victorian Premier John Brumby, the Icehouse is a world-class sports facility which contains two Olympic sized ice rinks, sound and light systems, stadium seating for up to 1,000 people, specialist winter sports gym and a café, bar and function rooms.To see a preview of the...

Docklands restaurants to switch off for Earth Hour, 27th March 2010

A number of Docklands restaurants are getting behind Earth Hour by switching off all unnecessary lights on Saturday 27th March at 8.30pm.Earth Hour is a global event which involves nearly 100 iconic landmarks in 1,000 cities and towns around the world switching off their lights as a show of their commitment to the environment.Show your support of Earth hour by dining at one of these participating...

This weekend @ Docklands: Wooden Boat Festival, Chinese New Year, Market & $15 Pizza Pasta Day

It's another jam-packed weekend at Docklands. Kicking off tonight will be St Kilda versus Collingwood in the pre-season NAB Cup. They play at Etihad Stadium tonight, doors open from 6pm. Check out what's also happening this weekend below:Melbourne Wooden Boat Festival (19th-21st Feb)The Melbourne Wooden Boat Festival at Victoria Harbour, brings together the wooden boat and classic yacht groups in...

Celebrate Chinese New Year at Orient Express & Docklands!

Chinese New Year celebrations continue at Orient Express, Crown (also coming soon to Docklands!). Follow the dragon and lion dance processions from Crown promenade all the way to Orient Express (Level 1, Food Court). Catch all the action at the following times:Lion dance: Monday, 15th February - Sunday, 21st February from 6.30pmMeanwhile, the Docklands are also getting into the festive spirit by...

Event: Melbourne Wooden Boat Festival 19th Feb - 21st Feb 2010

Boating enthusiasts, pay attention! The Melbourne Wooden Boat Festival brings together the wooden boat and classic yacht groups in and around the city. The event is designed to promote wooden boat heritage and connect a broader public with the spirit of timber boating.The program includes both on water and piazza displays (on land). The event is expected to attract between 2,000 and 6,000 visitors...

Last minute Valentine's Day ideas: Book a romantic waterfront restaurant

Have you left organising Valentine's Day to the last minute? You're not the only one! Here is a solution that might just save the day. Choose from a range of stunning waterfront restaurants, and surprise your loved one with a romantic dinner for two. Restaurants offering Valentine's Day specials:Valentine's Day Dinner at Fish Seafood Grill Date: ...

The Icehouse Grand Opening - Friday 12th February!

Get ready Melbourne, because The Icehouse is about to open its doors. Australia's first ice sports and entertainment venue, including two Olympic ice rinks, opens at 7pm this Friday 12th February at Waterfront City, Docklands.The Icehouse also features winter sports gym, stadium seating, cafe and bar, plus much more. Open to the public, it will be available to skaters of all ages and experience levels...

Super Tuesday at Docklands PLUS kids eat for free!

Reminder: Tomorrow is Super Tuesday at Docklands and another chance for you to save while you dine at a variety of restaurants. How does it work? Simple, all you have to do is order a minimum of main + dessert, you will automatically receive 50% off your food bill.BONUS: The popular dining offer has improved. Now every day can be Super Tuesday when you sign up to become a Rivers Platinum Club member.That's...