What's On in and around McLaren Vale & the Fleurieu Peninsula in the coming months.
Events, fetes, festivals, expos, art and markets
Aug/Sept/Oct
Event
Every Saturday
Victor Harbor Farmers Market
Browse among and buy regional produce from across the Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island. More than 20 stalls offer things from pies, dips, chutneys, fish, honey, mushrooms, flower, oysters, wine, biscuits and even locally made ice cream. On special markets, live entertainment will add atmosphere to Grosvenor Gardens.
Willunga Farmers' Market
Willunga Farmers Market is the first not for profit farmers market in South Australia. Known as the 'green heart of the community'.
Inman Valley Craft and Produce Market
Held in the Memorial Hall this market offers an abundance of crafts, plants, biscuits, cakes, pies, slices and so much more.
Every Sunday
Myponga Market
The newest and only Sunday farmers market on the Fleurieu Peninsula is the Gourmet Food & Farmers Market @ Myponga Bank - experience fresh quality produce at its best.
Sunday's at Oliver's Taranga Enjoy a relaxing lunch at Oliver's Taranga Vineyards 11 am - 4pm. For bookings phone 8323 8498. Wander through the cellar door and museum and enjoy a journey through the history of winemaking. Pick up a 'history week' brochure provided by the City of Onkaparinga to use as a guide throughout McLaren Vale.
Every Sunday
Redpoles
Live music 1pm - 4pm
July 31 - Cal Williams Jnr / Art Opening
August 1 - Short and Sweet
August 8 - Steve/Rose Duo
August 15 - Goyim
August 22 - The Yearlings
Every Friday
A bit of fun at Woodstock... Over Autumn and Winter, call into Woodstock Wine Estate after 6pm on Fridays for wood oven pizzas
and a little bit of live entertainment. Get in early and book your spot now on 8383 0156. Pizzas all night at $35 per head!
Peter Clayton July 30th Peter is no stranger to McLaren Vale; with 20 years of performing in the area, he engages the audience
with strong ballads from artists like Cat Stevens and Simon & Garfunkel. With the help of Peter's friends
"Andy Armstrong & Marta Bailey" they are happy to cover old time favourites.
Gerry O July 6th August Gerry O will be performing a collaboration of classic songs you all know and love. His personal style and
gifted vocals includes Impersonations of covers which make you believe he's the real thing. Great family fun!
Kaleidoscope 13th August
Kaleidoscope is an acoustic duo, playing an eclectic blend of hits and popular standards from the 60's
through the 70's, 80's and into the 2000's. There is a song in their repertoire that will appeal to everyone,
from soulful ballads to thumping rock, guaranteeing a 'splendid time for all'!
07 Aug
Willunga Artisan's Market This art markets offers unique and inspired art/craft created by local artisans of the Fleurieu Peninsula.
8 Aug
Moana Market The Moana Market is held on the second Sunday of every month at the Moana Pioneers Memorial Hall, Nashwauk Crescent, Moana.
There is a large variety of stalls including books, jams, jewellery, cards, computers, bric-a-brac, doll's clothes, plants, glassware, paintings, craft of various types, barbecue, tea, coffee, cakes and sandwiches.
13 Aug
James Reyne and Trio It's been 30 years since James Reyne first led Australian Crawl into the front line of the Oz rock boom. His eye and pen have grown sharper through a platinum lined solo career, but his wit and poignancy have remained consistent on solid musical ground. Backed by his close musical allies of the last decade, Scott and Tracey Kingman, James returns to Adelaide with his unmistakable idiosyncratic vocal style that has carved his place in the musical landscape of Australia.
James has worked on a diverse range of projects recently - hosting the first series of the television music show Dig TV on ABC2, has recorded material for two children books (Mr Froggy Went A Courtin and Save The Bones For Henry Jones), and has released two new albums (Every Man A King and Ghost Ships).
Don't miss James Reyne's special acoustic trio performance at The Old Clarendon Inn.
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14 - 15 Aug
Langhorne Creek Cellar Treasures Weekend We're blowing the dust off our museum wines so why not take a day (or two) to visit our magnificent region and discover the treasures of Langhorne Creek.
An exclusive opportunity to taste and purchase wines from extraordinary vintages.
At your first stop collect your treasure map to guide you around the region and discover the bounty at each participating winery. Complete the map to claim your chance to win prizes including a food, wine and accommodation package and a museum wine selection.
Food will be available from the Langhorne Creek Hotel and various cellar doors.
Cellar doors open 10am to 5pm.
15 Aug
Strathalbyn Markets You'll find a range of goods, fresh produce and craft, in beautiful Strathalbyn, a short drive from Adelaide.
28 Aug
Cabaret @ RedPoles .
A night of music, dance & food
Saturday 28TH Aug @ 7pm. Show Starts at 7.30pm
CALIENTE - comprises Adelaide guitarists Mike Bevan, Al Valodze and Dylan Woolcock who draw on Argentinian Tango, Flamenco, Gypsy and African music
- a repertoire of guitar trio music performed on six and seven string guitars, mandolin and cavaquinho that is faithful to the origins of Brazilian music. They are featured artists at this years International Guitar Festival.
SAFFRON - performing tribal style bellydance. This colourful & earthy dance style is a fusion of elements from North Africa, India, the Middle East, gypsy, flamenco,& oriental dance. Accompanied by live music, each performance is unique .There are fast exciting pieces, during which the dancers play finger cymbals as well as sword dance.
$59 includes entertainment
3 course dinner 7.30pm start
Bookings essential limited seating
RED POLES 8323 8994
17 - 19 Sept.
Toop and Toop Rock n Roll Festival 2010
Pull out the blue suede shoes and dust off your dancing jacket. Victor Harbor is set to rock to the sounds of the Toop and Toop Rock n Roll Festival 2010.
With two stages, two large dance floors and heaps of vehicles on display. Evening functions and cruises taking place over the weekend. South Australia's best Rock n Roll and Rock a Billy Bands performing over the weekend, plus possible guest band from interstate will be on show.
With over 200 1950's vehicles expected, including Hot Rods, Classic Cars and Motorbikes it should be a great weekend. Accommodation is booking fast.
Check out evening functions happening at the Victor Harbor Golf Club and McCracken Country Club - bookings are essential. The full program is available from the festival website.
24- 26th Sept
Knights Beach Bodyboarding Pro The Knights Beach Pro is South Australia's premier professional bodyboarding event.
The event is number six on the Australasian Bodyboarding Pro Tour and is rated amongst the highest for points and prize money in Australia. The event is held at Knights Beach which is one of the most iconic bodyboarding waves in the world. Knights is known for it's power and heavy barrels, making this one of the most high octane adrenalin rush for the spectators on the beach.
Strathalbyn Agricultural Society Incorporated 140th Anniversary Show The long running Strathalbyn Agricultural Society Incorporated Show will this year be celebrating its 140th anniversary.
The show which is always held on the Monday of the October long weekend will feature some great entertainment featuring Mike Brady Band, Dancin' Dogs and Clog dancing. There will be a barnyard animal nursery, camel rides, carnival amusements, sideshows, showbags and local stalls showcasing many local products and more.
Gates open at 10am with the official opening at 12pm.
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10 Oct
Day on the Green
'Simply Red' to kick off the 2010-2011 'a day on the green' concert season at Leconfield
Join us for the start of an exciting summer of concerts and events On Sunday, 10th October 2010 'Simply Red' will perform the SA leg of their Farewell Tour amongst the beautiful Leconfield vines at sunset .
The tour's very special guests will be Australia's favourite Queen of Soul, Marcia Hines along with Joe Camilleri’s Black Sorrows and their infectious blend of pop/rock and roots music.
3.00pm Gates Open
4.15pm The Black Sorrows
5.30pm Marcia Hines
7.00pm SIMPLY RED.
Set in the beautiful historic town of Willunga on South Australia's Fleurieu Peninsula, alongside the McLaren Vale wine growing district, the festival presents a weekend of music concerts and sessions, dance, workshops, bush poets, children's entertainment, stalls, in fact there's something there for the whole family!
Bring an instrument and join in the sessions or step on stage at a blackboard concert - kick up your heels at the Bush Dance - browse around the craft stalls and the Saturday Farmers' Market - watch the kids have fun with face painting, clowns, Punch and Judy and the Young Talent Showcase - discover your own talent at one of the many workshops - or just relax and enjoy the vast array of local, interstate and overseas performers.
31 Oct
Lake Breeze Picnic Join the Follett family for a great day of wine and food in the relaxed atmosphere amongst the gum trees at Lake Breeze.
Enjoy Lake Breeze and False Cape Kangaroo Island wines by the glass, accompanied by some great local and live music. There are plenty of activities to keep the kids entertained.
Pack your deck chairs or picnic rug and follow the signs from Langhorne Creek
