This weekend at Docklands: Sunday Market, Kids Art Competition & Dining Specials

Docklands Market:
Sunday, 21 November
Kick off your Christmas shopping in the sunshine. The open air market offers hundreds of stalls so you’re bound to find something for even the fussiest on your gift list; there’s fashion, accessories, handmade arts & crafts, second hand books and even Bonsai trees. Be entertained by Trevor the piano player as you search for a bargain.

The market also gives the kids a chance to show off their creative side with the Christmas Art Competition. This exciting event offers kids in two categories, Under 6 years and Under 12 years, an opportunity to design their own Christmas card. It's free to enter and all art supplies are provided. Winners announced on Tuesday 14th December at the Christmas Twilight Market.

Visit www.docklandsmelbourne.com.au for more information.

Dining at Docklands:
Special congratulations to Butchers Grill - this weekend marks 2 years since their opening!
Butchers Grill's alfresco area is perfect for basking in the sunshine this weekend. Sit back, relax & enjoy the Mediterranean fare and large array of international wine & beer.

Speaking of birthday's... Did you know you can score a free birthday cake at selected Docklands restaurants (inc. Butchers Grill)? Simply mention the birthday cake offer when making a booking to arrange a free & personalised cake. Terms & Conditions apply.

Visit www.butchersgrill.com.au for more details

Rivers Platinum Club:
Another great way to save money while you dine out at Docklands is to join the Rivers Platinum Club. With this loyalty club you won't face the hassle of collecting points or having to pay annual fees. Every time you dine, you'll receive a 10% discount off your total bill at any of the participating restaurants. You can even save on your next function!

Click here to apply online for free.

Book a table for Christmas Day at Docklands

Christmas is only a few weeks away. If you're still in need of somewhere to celebrate Christmas with your brood, take a look at Docklands. Many restaurants dotted along the waterfront are open all day, offering delicious Christmas options for the whole family. Here's just a few to consider:

Saganaki Greek Cuisine & Grill
Yum Cha Dragon
BlueFire Churrascaria Grill
Mecca Bah

PLUS For the first time, many venues will be open for Christmas Dinner. All are offering unique a-la-carte menus to make Christmas dinner with your family that extra special.

Bellissimo Cucina & Trattoria
Fish Seafood Grill
Livebait
Butchers Grill

Find more Christmas Lunch & Dinner options at www.docklandsmelbourne.com.au

This weekend: Halloween Spooktacular, Amazing Bodies Exhibition, A-League Soccer & Ditch the Desk

Halloween Spooktacular:
Sunday 31st October, from 11am.
Get into the spirit of Halloween at Wonderland Fun Park's Spooktacular event. There's a bunch of spooky fun for the kids including Trick or Treating and face painting. And don't forget those scary costumes. The best dressed little monster will win a years supply of unlimited ride passes. The Unlimited ride pass includes all Spooktacular activities.

Visit www.wonderlandfunpark.com.au for more details

Hyundai A-League:
Friday, 29 October
Get your football fix at Etihad Stadium tonight. Watch as Melbourne's own Victory take on arch rivals Adelaide United. Gates open from 6:30pm, kick off 8pm. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com.au or Ph 136 100.

You can't support your team on an empty stomach. Head to one of Docklands nearby restaurants for a bite to eat and quick drink before the game.

Visit www.docklandsmelbourne.com.au for a full list of restaurants, cafes and bars.

Ditch the Desk:
Monday, 1st November, 12:30pm
Get out of the office and enjoy the sunshine. The 6 week lunchtime walking program, run by Melbourne City Sports, begins Monday. Each session runs for approximately 30 minutes to ensure enough time to arrive and return to the office within your lunch hour. The group is guided by a professional and friendly fitness expert, who will give tips on how to improve your health and wellness and achieve fitness goals. Docklands will have two starting points on alternative days. One meeting point will be near Harbour Town Shopping Center and the other near the ANZ building.

Click here for more information & to register.

Amazing Bodies Exhibition:
Ends 31 Oct
This is your last chance to see plastinated human and animal organs and whole body specimens. You can even hold a heart in your hand (or grab a stomach, knee joint or lungs if that’s more your style). Find this fascinating exhibition at Waterfront City Piazza.

More information at www.docklandsmelbourne.com.au

Happy Hour:
In the mood for a cheeky cocktail? Get into a selected Docklands venue and score half price happy hour cocktails. Venues such as Bellissimo Cucina & Trattoria, Mecca Bah & BlueFire Grill are serving up half price cocktails all day, every day. Normally priced at around $18, now just $9.

Find participating restaurants at www.docklandsmelbourne.com.au

What's on at Docklands: Community Safety Day, Pizza & Pasta Special & Amazing Bodies Competition

There's always something happening around the Docklands precinct. Take a look at what's on this weekend.

Community Safety Day:
Sunday, 24th October, 11am - 4pm
Free Event
Join Victoria's finest at Docklands for the premier event of Community Safety Month. Our emergency and safety services are bringing their special skills and impressive equipment for a fun day at Docklands.

Community Safety Day is packed full of activities the whole family will enjoy with over 40 exhibitors on display. Here's your chance to get up close to helicopters, boats, fire trucks, working dogs and horses, interactive displays and more.

See live demonstrations throughout the day that showcase how services “work together” during an emergency. Including road accident rescues, helicopter water rescues and amazing water demonstrations.

The Victoria Police Show Band will provide entertainment, along with MFB’s roving jazz band. Plus there are children’s photograph opportunities, face painting, prizes & giveaways and a special appearance by Captain Koala.

Click here for more information

Bellissimo's Pizza & Pasta Day:
If you're feeling peckish, drop by Bellissimo Cucina & Trattoria for one of their famous pizzas. Sunday is pizza & pasta day at Bellissimo and all main size pizza, pasta & risotti dishes are only $15. Offer is valid for Lunch: Monday to Sunday, and Dinner: Sunday. Bellissimo is located at 15, 427 Docklands Drive, Waterfront City.

Visit www.bellissimo.net.au for more details

Amazing Bodies Competition:
The must see exhibition of the year ends October 31. Don' t miss your chance to see this amazing show for free. Answer an Amazing Bodies question and win 2 for 1 tickets! The first 50 people to enter will win.

Enter the competition here

What's on at Docklands: Glow Golf, Amazing Bodies Exhibition, Dining & Fashion

With the winter weather returning, here are a few options that will keep you dry at Docklands this weekend.

Saganaki Greek Cuisine & Grill:
Surround yourself with the sounds and flavours of Greece. Saganaki Greek Cuisine will be sure to entertain and delight. On Saturday night, listen to the traditional sounds of the famous bouzouki while dining on your Greek favorites. The roast of the day will definitely keep the chills away. The premium quality meat is slow roasted for 15 - 18 hours for the most deliciously tender meat you've ever tasted. This week's choices include: Pork Belly, Leg of lamb & baby goat.

More information at www.saganaki.com.au

Glow Golf:
Play 18 holes on a rainy afternoon without getting wet. Glow Golf is Australia's first 18 hole glow in the dark mini golf course. Adding that extra dimension to old fashioned family fun, the fluorescent paint comes alive while you play. The most popular holes being in the Daintree forest. Discover new worlds with the whole family this weekend.

More information at www.glowgolf.com.au

New Boutique at Designers' House:
Princes Yasmin has come to Docklands, having setup an exclusive pop-up boutique in Harbour Town's fashion mecca. Get your Jimmy Choo's down to Designers' House for luxurious hand bags & shoes for up to 60% off. Stocking labels such as Manolo Blahnik, Roberto Cavalli, Dolce & Gabbana, Dior, and Gina, first in will literally be best dressed. The store only holds one of each shoe size, and one-off handbags; making it all that more exclusive.

Visit www.thedesignershouse.com.au for more information

Amazing Bodies Exhibition Special:
Find out all you ever wanted to know about the human body; and a whole lot more!
Download the coupon and receive two tickets for the price of one! This offer is available until 31st October. Purchase a full price adult or family ticket and receive another entry of equal or lesser value for FREE. To redeem your second FREE ticket, simply surrender the coupon to ticket scanners at the venue entrance. Conditions apply. Offer valid weekdays. Download your 2 for 1 coupon

More information visit www.amazingbodies.com.au

Sunday Herald Sun Docklands Competition

The Sunday Herald Sun's Escape magazine are giving away a fantastic Docklands prize pack this week.

Enter online for your chance win this amazing dining experience. Indulge in flavours from all around the world, without leaving Melbourne.

Includes Mediterranean at Butchers Grill, Italian at Bellissimo Cucina & Trattoria, Brazilian at BlueFire Churrascaria Grill, Greek at Saganaki and seafood at Fish Seafood Grill.

Competition closes 14 October 2010 at 12pm. Prize value $500. Terms & Conditions at heraldsun.com.au

Enter the Herald Sun competition here

At Docklands: Finders Keepers Market, Kids Craft Playhouse, Herald Sun Competition, Amazing Bodies Exhibition & James Squire News

There are so many exciting things to see & do this weekend at Docklands.

Finders Keepers Spring / Summer Market:
Sat 9th October & Sun 10th October
Shed 4 Docklands, North Wharf Rd
The first ever Melbourne Finders Keepers market comes to Docklands this weekend. Finder Keepers brings together some of Melbourne's best independent artists & designers. Browse over 150 unique stalls featuring everything from art & design, stationary, home wares, textiles, fashion and jewellery. Plus there's live entertainment performed by local musicians. Entry into the market is free.

Click here for more information

Herald Sun Docklands Competition:
Sun 10th October
Get the Sunday Herald Sun this weekend for your chance to win a great Docklands prize. One lucky Escape reader will get to dine at 5 different Docklands restaurants & taste the world without leaving Melbourne. Includes Mediterranean at Butchers Grill, Italian at Bellissimo Cucina & Trattoria, Brazilian at BlueFire Churrascaria Grill, Greek at Saganaki and seafood at Fish Seafood Grill. Competition details in Sundays paper. Prize value $500.

Kids Craft Playhouse:
Until 17 October
Spring Carnivale at Harbour Town present Kids Craft Playhouse. Kids can paint their own spring magnet to take home! Free with a valid $10 receipt from any Harbour Town retailer. Open everyday until 17 Oct, 11am - 4pm.

Plus spend $20 at any Harbour Town or Waterfront City retailer & you could WIN a holiday to Queensland including tickets to Dreamworld, White Water World & QDECK.

More information at www.harbourtownmelbourne.com.au

Alfresco Dining:
Why waste the beautiful weather by staying inside? Embrace the warmth and enjoy a meal outdoors this weekend at one of the many waterfront restaurants around the harbour. Fish Seafood Grill's seafood focused menu is perfect for a sunny day by the water. Indulge in a glass of bubbly and a chilled platter full of seafood delights.

For more alfresco dining options visit www.docklandsmelbourne.com.au

A facelift for James:
Your favourite local, James Squire Brewhouse, is undergoing a facelift and will re-open by the end of the month. Keep updated through their new Facebook page, follow on Twitter (@JamesSuirePub) or visit the website www.jamessquire.net.au

Amazing Bodies Exhibition:
Until 31 October
Enjoy the last weeks of this amazing exhibition for less. Download the coupon and receive two tickets for the price of one! This offer is available until 31st October. Purchase a full price adult or family ticket and receive another entry of equal or lesser value for FREE. To redeem your second FREE ticket, simply surrender the coupon to ticket scanners at the venue entrance. Conditions apply. Offer valid weekdays.

Download your 2 for 1 coupon