What’s On: Melbourne Boat Show, Chinese New Year, Circus Oz & Win a trip to London

2011 Melbourne International Boat and Lifestyle Festival:
Friday 4th – Sunday 6th February
The largest outdoor lifestyle event of 2011 comes to Docklands this weekend. The Melbourne International Boat and Lifestyle Show has something for everyone. There’s gourmet food, wine, fashion, travel/holiday information, luxury boats on the water and free interactive activities.

Live it up with 'come try’ sailing and canoeing, boat rides, live music, stage activities, giveaways, information clinics and talks from leading identities in their fields.

Melbourne Talk Radio MTR1377 will also be getting to know the locals, broadcasting live from Waterfront City piazza. Tune in at 3pm to hear some of Docklands favourite chef’s chat with host Glen Ridge.

Click here for the event schedule

Chinese New Year:
Sunday 6th February
Yum Cha Dragon’s new years resolution must be to reward their customers. Australia’s favourite yum cha restaurant are celebrating the Year of the Rabbit this Sunday with fantastic offers for their guests. Dine at Yum Cha Dragon for your chance pick up some great giveaways. The goodies up for grabs though out the day include Lucky Red Envelopes and dining vouchers.

Find out more at www.yumcha.net.au

Circus Oz Presents The Blue Show:
Until Sunday 6th February
It’s your last chance to see this amazing show. If you fancy an intimate evening of hot music and hotter talent, the Blue Show is for you. Join the Circus Oz crew in their 100 year old Melba Spiegeltent for the last of their Midsumma Festival shows.

The Blue Show unleashes the breathtaking and unrestrained skill of the Circus Oz ensemble, all bent, enhanced, twisted and warped for an adult audience. Find the Circus Oz Melba Spiegeltent at the Corner of Waterfront Way and Docklands Drive. Shows 9pm daily.

Visit www.circuzoz.com for more information

Docklands Summer Competition:
Monday 17th January – Friday 11th February
Remember to keep your receipts. Docklands Melbourne are giving away an exciting trip for 4 to London. Dine, Shop & Play at Docklands to be in the running. Spend $10 at any Waterfront City or NewQuay restaurant and enter online. Visit www.docklandsmelbourne.com.au for a list of participating venues.

1st Prize: Trip for 4 people to London worth $13,000.
2nd Prize: 1 nights accommodation for four at the Grand Mecure Docklands, Dinner at James Squire Hotel and a family pass to Wonderland Fun Park.
3rd Prize: Dinner for four at James Squire Hotel and a family pass to Wonderland Fun Park.

Visit www.docklands.com for competition details

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 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 over the two days and one evening. Click here for more info.

Chinese New Year celebrations (20th Feb)
Celebrate Chinese New Year with a free cultural event at Waterfront City this Saturday 20th February. There will be a whole range of activities such as Lion Dances, Kung Fu demonstrations, traditional Chinese handicrafts, clowns, art competitions and much, much more.

$15 Pizza & Pasta Day at Bellissimo
On Sunday, indulge in a cheep and cheerful meal at Bellissimo Cucina & Trattoria. On Sunday it's their weekly $15 Pizza and Pasta Day. Choose a main size pizza, pasta or risotti and pay just $15. Visit: www.bellissimo.net.au

Docklands Sunday Market
While you're there, you may also like to browse the bargains at the at Docklands Market. Located just off of Docklands Rd, near the corner of Doepel Way, you can find everything from arts to antiques, books to beauty. It opens from 10am to 5pm.

Have a great weekend everyone!

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 6.30pm

Meanwhile, the Docklands are also getting into the festive spirit by hosting a free cultural event at Waterfront City this Saturday 20th February. There will be a whole range of activities such as Lion Dances, Kung Fu demonstrations, traditional Chinese handicrafts, clowns, art competitions and much, much more.

While you're down at Waterfront City, make sure to check the variety of retail shops and restaurants including Bellissimo (Italian), Yum Cha Dragon (Chinese), BlueFire (Churrascaria), Butchers Grill (Mediterranean), and Fish Seafood Grill (seafood).

WHEN: Saturday 20 February 2010
TIME: 11am - 5pm
COST: Free
WHERE: Docklands Drive, Waterfront City, Melbourne Docklands. For more information, visit: www.waterfrontcity.com.au