What's On These School Holidays At Docklands: Harbour Town Fun, Ice Age 4 on Ice, Circus Winter Wonderland Spectacular

It’s school holiday time! There is no place better to keep the kids entertained than in Docklands this Winter with plenty of fun events happening for all ages!

Harbour Town Winter Activities

Do some shopping for yourself then take the kids to a free fun activity- there is plenty happening at Harbour Town this winter!
Click here to find out more about any of the below activities:

Play in Real Snow
Rug up the kids in their winter woolies and get ready for some play time in the snow! Every day in July Harbour Town will be making fresh snow for their snow play centre.
Date: Everyday in July
Times: Mondays-Thursdays: 10am-6pm
Fridays: 10am-8pm
Saturdays: 10am-6pm
Sundays: 10am-5pm
Where: Between Esprit Hair & Beauty and Dlands Cafe.
 
Craft Workshops
The kids are invited to join us in the world of pirates in these fantastic and FREE craft workshops. They'll put their creative skills to the test in making their own Ice Age 4 pirate ship or pirate hat to take home after.
Dates: 2-15 July 2012
Time: 12-3pm daily
Location: Level 1, between Better Learning Centre and Glow in the Dark Mini Golf

Animal Farm
The popular Animal Farm is back these School Holidays, so come down to meet all of your furry friends!
Date: Monday 2nd-Friday 6th July, and Monday 9th-Friday 13th July
Times: Daily 11am-3pm
Where: Outside The Coffee Club

Ice Age 4 on Ice

Have the coolest time at the home of winter in Melbourne. Throughout the school holidays, Medibank Icehouse will be transformed into a glittering winter wonderland, with loads of fun activities for the whole family.
Come down to and join in the pirate school to help SID and SCRAT from Ice Age 4 find the hidden pirate treasure twice daily over the school holidays. After the show you can even meet the Ice Age characters. Have your photo with them to take home and show off to family and friends.

When: Saturday 30 June - Sunday 15 July 2012, daily 10.30am and 12.30pm
Where: Medibank Icehouse, 105 Pearl River Rd, Docklands 3008
Click here to find out more

Circus Winter Wonderland Spectacular

Bring the family to Wonderland Fun Park this winter school holidays to see Circus Winter Wonderland Spectacular featuring Australia's circus superstars!
This is an entertainment extravaganza unlike any other with juggling, strong-man feats, flying acrobatics and aerial delights. All this, live in the beautiful (and warm!) Wonderland Spiegeltent.
See the show and ride all day on family favorites like the Dodgem Cars, Bungee Jump Trampoline, Grand Carousel, The Dragon Flyer, Giant Slide, Tea Cups, the Worm Roller Coaster and our NEW attraction - Walk on Water Balls.

When: 30 June - 15 July 2012
Park open times: From 11am daily on weekends, school & public holidays
Show times: 11:30am, 1:30pm, 3:30pm
Where: Wonderland Fun Park, 120 Pearl River Road  Docklands VIC 3008, Australia
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What's On In Docklands: Watch Black Caviar Live at James Squire, AFL at Etihad, North Melbourne Footy Team at Harbour Town, Winter at Livebait

Watch Black Caviar Live at James Squire

Can Black Caviar continue to amaze with his incredible winning streak? This Saturday the 23rd, Black Caviar attempts to make 22 consecutive wins at Royal Ascot in the Group 1 Diamond Jubilee Stakes. Head to James Squire Hotel to watch the action live on the big screen and cheer on the racing legend!
Coverage begins at 11pm, whilst the big race is at 12.45pm.

When: Saturday 23rd June, from 11pm
Where: James Squire Hotel, 16-17, 439 Docklands Drive, Waterfront City, Docklands

 AFL at Etihad

Etihad Stadium will be surrounded with footy fans this weekend with matches being played on both Saturday and Sunday.
On Saturday, the Western Bulldogs and Brisbane Lions will battle it out at 1.40pm.
Sunday’s action will involve North Melbourne taking on the Adelaide Crows.

Looking for some lunch ideas before the game? Check out Docklands Melbourne for some winter warming restaurants nearby.

When: Saturday 23rd at 1.40pm, Sunday 24th at 4.40pm
Where: Etihad Stadium, Docklands
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North Melbourne Footy Team at Harbour Town

This Sunday head down to Harbour Town to meet your favourite kangaroo players from the mighty North Melbourne footy club!

Kids can enjoy footy clinics and the chance to meet the North mascot, Kanga. Supporters can also go into the running for a North Melbourne signed football by making a banner featuring your favourite Roos player! After the event, it’s a short walk over to Etihad Stadium to cheer on the mighty Roos against the Adelaide Crows!

When: Sunday 24th June at 2.30-3.30pm
Where: Harbour Town Shopping Centre, Docklands
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Winter at Livebait

If you’re looking for a weekday lunch special to cure those winter blues, head down to Livebait and enjoy this great deal: Fish & Chips plus a wine for just $25!
Take in the uninterrupted views of the water and city and enjoy lemon crumbed fish, served with truffled fries, gribiche- regularly $36! A complimentary glass of house wine sweetens the deal even more.

When: Valid until 31st August, Monday-Friday, lunch only.
Where: Livebait, 55B NewQuay Promenade, Docklands
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What's On In Docklands: Comedy at Wonderland Speigeltent, Trivia Night, Mecca Bah Express Lunch, and Rugby at Etihad

Comedy at Wonderland Spiegeltent

The perfect opportunity to experience the magical new venue that is the Wonderland Spiegeltent is here!
Tomorrow night the tent will be filled with laughter as UK comedian, Jeff Green hits the stage!
Get ready for a night of side splitting stand up comedy- ‘Jeff’s shows are a kaleidoscope of jokes, piercing insights and exquisite misdirections.’

When: Saturday 16th June, 8pm
Where: Wonderland Spiegeltent, 120 Pearl River Road, Harbour Town Docklands
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Trivia Night

Trivia nights still remain as one of the best pub traditions around! A great excuse to catch up with friends on a regular basis for a bite to eat, a few sneaky mid-week drinks and of course plenty of fun! Head to James Squire Hotel every Wednesday evening for a guaranteed great night.
Prizes are of course up for grabs too- win yourself and your team beer tastings and vouchers!

When: Every Wednesday, 7.30pm
Where: James Squire Hotel, 16-17, 439 Docklands Drive, Waterfront City, Docklands 3008
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Mecca Bah Express Lunch

Enjoy a tantalizing feast with your colleagues on your lunch break this Winter! For $18 you can enjoy a Mecca Bah style Turkish Kebab- Choose your favourite skewer type (seafood, chicken or lamb) and salad, served with warm bread and a drink. Available for lunch Monday-Friday.

Here’s what one of our first customers had to say:
“We tried the new lunch kebab menu and loved it. The chef said today was the first day and wanted to hear some feedback...same thing I told her, it was amazing. Food was outstanding and well presented, proportion is just perfect. You get salad, bread, dip, 2 kebabs. We had chicken and seafood and shared. Chicken was so tender and seafood (prawn and fish) was spicy but well balanced. $18 was totally worthy for this amazing lunch. It also included a glass of house wine.
I finally found a good lunch place that I can enjoy with my work mates.
We will come back very soon.” –Ben

When: Lunchtimes, Monday-Friday
Where: Mecca Bah, 55A NewQuay Promenade Docklands 3008
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Rugby at Etihad Stadium- Wallabies v Wales

This Saturday night Etihad Stadium will see the the Australian Wallabies take on Wales in a test match sure to keep you on the edge of your seats. The two sides have a developing rivalry, which intensified following Australia's victory over Wales in the recent World Cup bronze final.

Looking for a bite to eat before the match? You can’t go wrong with a juicy steak to fill you up at Grill 66 Steakhouse.

When: Saturday 16th June, gates open 6pm for an 8pm start.
Where: Etihad Stadium, Docklands 3008
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What's On In Docklands: Winter Warming Specials, Ice Disco, Friday Night Football and James Squire Trivia

Winter is here, but that doesn’t mean the fun stops at Docklands! Take a look at what’s coming up!

Winter Warming Lunch Specials

Looking to warm up on your lunch break? Get out of the cold and into these great deals.

Mecca Bah
Enjoy a tantalizing feast on your lunch break this Winter! Mecca Bah is serving a Turkish Kebab express weekday winter lunch- Choose your favourite skewer type (seafood, chicken or lamb) and salad, served with warm pita bread and your choice of drink for $18. Available Lunch, Monday-Friday.
Click here to find out more

James Squire Hotel
Cosy up by the open fire on the leather couches and enjoy a classic Winter warming dish at James Squire hotel. Enjoy their ‘Pie of the Day’, teamed with a hand crafted James Squire pot of beer for just $19. Available Lunch, Monday-Friday.
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Grill 66
Sizzling steaks straight from the grill are sure to warm you up this winter at Grill 66! Enjoy a Porterhouse steak, flame grilled to perfection plus a glass of wine for just $25! Available Lunch, Tuesday-Friday.
Click here to find out more

Livebait
Enjoy a feast of Fish & Chips and a glass of wine for just $25 this Winter! Available Lunch, Monday-Friday.
Click here to find out more

Friday Night Football

Etihad Stadium will tonight see a Friday night showdown with St Kilda taking on Richmond.
The Tigers are yet to beat the Saints since 2003- will tonight be the night Richmond comes out on top?

Looking for a bite to eat before the game? Grill 66 is just a short stroll away from the stadium, and boasts a menu full of flame grilled steaks. If you’re up for the challenge, try to take on the Grill 66 “Bigger than Ben-Hur” Burger - Twin meat patties with iceberg, char grilled capsicum, kasseri cheese, pork belly crisps, onion jam, dijon mayonnaise and fries!

When: Friday 1st June, 7.50pm.
Where: Etihad Stadium, Docklands
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Ice Disco at Medibank Icehouse

Saturday Nights at Medibank Icehouse are as fun as they get!
Let your inner diva out as you boogie on down to all the classic hits of the disco era. Pull out your bell bottoms, afro wigs, hot pants and 70’s dance moves - it's all about dressing up and getting into the groove!
Never ice skated before? A free 15 minute lesson is available at 6.45pm

When: Saturday nights, 7pm - Midnight
Where: Medibank Icehouse, 105 Pearl River Road, Docklands 3008
Click here to find out more

James Squire Trivia

Break up the week with a few drinks, great food and lots of trivia fun!
Grab a team of friends, family or colleagues and test yourself with trivial questions from music, sport, popular culture and general knowledge. A $50 voucher as well as beer tasting paddles are up for grabs for the winning teams on the night.

When: Wednesday nights, from 7.30pm
Where: James Squire Hotel, 16-17, 439 Docklands Drive, Waterfront City, Docklands
Click here to find out more

What's on at Docklands: Dragon Boat Championships, Circus Skate-A-Rama, Easter at Harbour Town, Illusion Spectacular, Run for the Kids, Earth Hour

There is so much happening this weekend and throughout the School Holidays at Docklands! Take a look at just a small snippet of what’s on!

Dragon Boat Championships
Witness close to 3,000 athletes from across the nation compete for the title of 2012 Australian Dragon Boat Champion!

Expect spectacular opening and closing ceremonies that not only celebrate the sport of Dragon Boat, but pay respect to the rich traditions and over 2,000 year history of the sport.

Where: Harbour Esplanade, Docklands VIC 3008
When: 31 March-5 April 2012
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Circus Skate-A-Rama
Roll up, roll up, welcome to the Circus Skate-A-Rama at Medibank Icehouse! Join the Circus Skate-A-Rama these school holidays and enjoy professional circus acts & ice dancers perform daily! Learn to skate and ice dance for FREE.
Where: Medibank Icehouse, 105 Pearl River Road, Docklands, 3008, VIC
When: 31st March-15th April
Click here to find out more

Easter Celebrations at Harbour Town
In celebration of the Easter holidays, Harbour Town invites you to enjoy a fun schedule of FREE activities the whole family can enjoy. Look forward to meeting the Easter Bunny, Easter egg hunt, $1,000 shopping spree, animal farm, magic workshops, live music and more!

Where: Harbour Town Shopping Centre, Docklands
When: 31st March-15th April
Click here to find out more

Wonderland Fun Park presents Spellbound Illusion Spectacular
Bring the family to Wonderland Fun Park this April school holidays to see Spellbound Illusion Spectacular featuring world class illusionist Michael Boyd, his cast of spectacular dancers and Thurston The Duck appearing (and disappearing!) daily.

It's an entertainment extravaganza unlike any other with amazing illusions including levitations, transportations and a new Illusion to Australia direct from Las Vegas. All this, plus other hilarious antics the whole family will love.

Where: Wonderland Fun Park
When: 31st March-15th April
Click here to find out more

Run for the Kids
The 2012 Herald Sun/CityLink Run for the Kids long course incorporates all of the unique features that have made it a landmark event and gives participants access to normally off-limit roads. Running via Docklands along Waterfront Promenade and New Quay Promenade is a new feature of the course.

Where: Throughout Melbourne
When: 1st April 2012
Click here to find out more

Earth Hour
Docklands restaurants are getting behind "Earth Hour" by switching off all unnecessary lights on Saturday 31st March at 8.30pm. Show your support by dining at one of these participating restaurants and enjoy a candlelit dinner by the water.

• BlueFire Churrascaria Grill
• Livebait
• Mecca Bah
• Mischas Pizza, Pasta & Salad
• Grill 66 Steakhouse
• James Squire Hotel

Where: Participating Docklands restaurants
When: 31st March, 8.30pm-9.30pm
Click here to find out more

What's on at Docklands: Tight Ice Tuesdays, Super Tuesday Dining Specials, Docklands Salsa, and James Squire Trivia

Tight Ice Tuesday
Pull those skates on for a bit of mid week fun without breaking the bank!
Every Tuesday Medibank Icehouse slashes the prices of skating so you can have all the fun for half the price.

From 7pm, skate along to popular modern music, including Indie Rock, New Wave, Electro and Dubstep. Great for all ages- if you love to try new things then here is your chance!

If you've never skated before, a free lesson could be just the thing to build your confidence up- after a 15 minute lesson on the ice you should be gliding around the rink with no problems at all. Click here to find out more about free lessons.

When: Tuesday public skating: 9.00am - 3.45pm, and 7.00 – 10.00pm
Where: Medibank Icehouse, 105 Pearl River Road, Docklands, 3008, VIC
Click here for more information

Super Tuesday Dining Specials
After enjoying a discounted skate at nearby Medibank Icehouse, why not head towards the waterfront at Docklands and enjoy 50% Off Food!

On Tuesdays, selected Docklands restaurants will split your bill in half! Simply order from the special Super Tuesday Menu to take advantage of the special discount. Some terms & conditions apply.

BlueFire Churrascaria Grill
Order a minimum of Churrascaria + Dessert for 50% off food. Available Tuesday Dinner.
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Grill 66 Steakhouse & Wine Bar
Order a minimum of Main + Dessert from the Super Tuesday menu and save 50% off food. Available Lunch & Dinner Tuesday
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Livebait
Order a minimum of Main + Dessert from the Super Tuesday menu and save 50% off food. Available Lunch & Dinner Tuesday
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Docklands Salsa
For the final week, enjoy the hypnotic sounds of Latin music at Waterfront City during Melbourne's summer months. This free event is open to everyone including first timers, families, kids and dancers from everywhere.

The Piazza makes a perfect setting for dancing in the shade of afternoon and evening sun. World class views of Docklands combined with restaurants, cafes and fantastic shopping make this even an all round winner. This is your final chance to enjoy this great opportunity while it lasts!

Where: Waterfront City Piazza, Docklands Drive (in front of the white pavilion tent)
When: Sunday March 25 2012. Dance class 4pm, Dancing 5pm till 9pm
Click here for more info

James Squire Trivia Night
Wednesday nights at James Squire Hotel is Trivia Night! Put on your thinking cap to be in with the chance to win great prizes, including a $50 voucher for the brightest bunch, plus beer giveaways throughout the night.

Host Alan Lovett will keep you entertained with quirky, interesting and mind testing questions. A great option is to head along for dinner and drinks then finish off the night with plenty of laughs!

Where: James Squire Hotel, 439 Docklands Drive, Waterfront City, Docklands
When: Every Wednesday night from 7.30pm
Click here for more info

What's on at Docklands: Earth Hour, Ice Hockey Practice Match, Grill 66 Introduces a New Menu, and 'I Love Food' Awards

Earth Hour 2012

The world’s biggest environmental event in history is coming up on the last day of this month- Earth Hour 2012. Many Docklands restaurants are showing support for the great cause by serving you dinner by candlelight.

Run annually, Earth Hour aims to raise awareness and commitment to a sustainable future.
Participating venues will be turning off all non essential lights between 8.30pm and 9.30pm. Book yourself a table to do your bit to save the earth!

What: Earth Hour 2012
When: Saturday 31st March, 8.30pm-9.30pm
Where: Participating Docklands restaurants
Click here to find out more about Earth Hour and the restaurants involved.

Ice Hockey Practice Match

It’s time to choose your side! Whilst the AIHL season doesn’t begin until next month, a practice match this Saturday between both competitive Melbourne teams, Melbourne Ice v Melbourne Mustangs, is sure to be a great clash. If you don’t yet have a favourite ice hockey team, this is your time to see which side looks to dominate the 2012 season!

Whilst Melbourne Ice have been titled National Champions for the past two years, is this the year for the Mustangs to shine on the ice?

What: IHV Exhibition Match - Melbourne Ice v Mustangs
When: Saturday 17th March, 7.30pm
Where: Medibank Icehouse, 105 Pearl River Road, Docklands, 3008, VIC
Click here for tickets or to find out more

Grill 66 New Menu

The popular Docklands Steakhouse & Wine Bar, Grill 66, has given their menu a makeover. Whilst keeping all your grilled favourites and steaks they have also added new sensational dishes such as the Grill 66 “Bigger than Ben-Hur” Burger- 300g prime beef burger with onion jam, iceberg lettuce, beetroot, bacon and eggs. Delicious!

If you can't decide what to order, they have created the ultimate feast- The Grill 66 platter for 2 which includes a mouthwatering selection from the grill: BBQ pork ribs, lamb cutlets, bull boar sausages, chicken kebabs, Buffalo wings and more with a selection of condiments.

View the new menu here!

Where: Grill 66 Steakhouse & Wine Bar, 66 NewQuay Promenade, Docklands, 3008
Visit the website here

I Love Food Awards

If you haven’t voted yet for your favourite Docklands restaurant, now is the time! Voting for the 2012 ‘I Love Food’ Awards closes on the 22nd March- less than a week away. Don’t forget there is $10,000 up for grabs- you’d be silly not to vote!

Our favourite picks include:
• James Squire Hotel- Bistro/Pub
• Livebait- Seafood
• Mecca Bah- Middle Eastern
• Grill 66- Steak
• Mischa's Pizza, Pasta & Salad- Pizza

Click here to vote