Saturday 5 March 2016

Tourism Western Australia Events Calendar March 2016

Sculpture by the Sea

March 4 to 20
Perth, Experience Perth
Sculpture by the Sea returns to Cottesloe Beach for the 12th annual exhibition. One of Perth's largest free public events, Cottesloe Beach transforms into a sculpture park with more than 70 sculptures on display from artists across Australia and the world. Enjoy exhibits from some of the world's top sculptors against a backdrop of one of the city's most popular beaches. http://sculpturebythesea.com/

Porongurup Wine Festival

March 6
Porongurup, Australia’s South West
The Porongurup Wine Festival showcases 10 of the distinct Porongurup wine labels, which is located in WA’s Great Southern region. The family-friendly festival involves music, food, craft, children’s activities, wine tastings, a ‘Great Grape Stomp’ competition and a ‘One Wok Wonder’ cook-off challenge. http://www.greatsoutherntastewa.com/?page_id=477

Australian Junior Athletics Championships

March 8 to 13
Perth, Experience Perth
The championship will see more than 2,000 junior athletes from across Australia complete at the WA Athletics Stadium. A celebration of athletics for those aged under 12; and under 20, the six-day program features the race for the coveted title of national champion. Athletes can also vie for selection to the Australian Spark team that will compete at the IAAF World Under 20 Championships in Bydgoszcz. http://athletics.com.au/Compete/Events/australian-junior-athletics-championships-16

Gran Fondo World Series Qualifier

March 11 to 13
Perth, Experience Perth
The Gran Fondo World Series Qualifier is coming to Perth’s new waterfront development Elizabeth Quay from Friday March 11 to Sunday March 13. The UCI Gran Fondo World Series Perth 2016 Qualifier is one of the 15 qualifier events for elite cyclists held around the globe. It’s a great day out for cycling enthusiasts aged 19 and over and for spectators of all ages. http://www.granfondoworldseriesperth.com.au/

GAMEX Fishing Tournament

March 12 to 19
Exmouth, Australia’s Coral Coast
This six-day event is held at the tip of Ningaloo Reef off WA’s Norwest Cape. No other event in Australia offers such diverse fishing within such a short distance from shore. The event incorporates social evenings, scientific studies, educational sessions and product information. There are ladies' functions, children's clinics, celebrity chefs and fishing talent to entertain you with fresh local produce from the ocean to the outback. http://gamex.net.au/

IGA Taste Great Southern

March 18 to April 3
Great Southern, Australia’s South West
This year’s Taste Great Southern will see more than 50 events staged across 17 days using and promoting the best local produce available. Guest chefs will join with local hosts at a range of both intimate and larger venues. Highlight events include the Porongurup Wine Festival, Taste of Plantagenet Affair, Fervor’s Island Escape and Albany’s Seafood Night Markets. http://www.greatsoutherntastewa.com/

Channel Seven Mandurah Crab Fest

March 19 to 20
Mandurah, Experience PerthThe Channel Seven Mandurah Crab Fest is Mandurah's premier annual event which is enjoyed by more than 100,000 locals and visitors. This must-visit annual event celebrates Mandurah's vibrant coastal lifestyle. The jam packed weekend festival features a plethora of fun and activities including live performances from international and local talent, cooking displays, and free family entertainment. Of course, food is in abundance with tasty crab-inspired dishes, fresh seafood and sweet treat delicacies. http://www.crabfest.com.au/

Karri Valley Triathlon

March 19 to 20
Pemberton, Australia’s South West
Stadium Triathlon Club manages and delivers the Karri Valley Triathlon (KVT) which is held annually at Karri Valley Resort near Pemberton. The event, which has been held since 2003, was originally conceived as a way to provide a unique and iconic race for the WA triathlon community and showcase the South West as a premier tourist destination. Up to 1,400 people attend Karri Valley Resort over the course of the race weekend, with approximately 350 participating in the race itself. http://www.karrivalleytriathlon.com/

Fremantle Street Arts Festival

March 26 to 28
Fremantle, Experience Perth
The Fremantle Street Arts Festival is set to bring some of the world's best street, outdoor theatre, music, comedy, circus and cabaret performers to this iconic port city over the Easter long weekend. With artists coming to Fremantle from all over the world, you can expect a diverse range of top-class performances from a human knot to giant roving dinosaurs. Fremantle was recently included in international travel publisher Lonely Planet’s ‘Top 10 Cities to Visit’ in 2016. http://www.fremantlestory.com.au/your-story/event-festivals/festivals/2015-fremantle-street-arts-festival/2015-fremantle-street-arts-festival.html

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