WHAT'S HAPPENING
special events to make your visit extra special
There is always something to see or do in the Otway Country to Coast region. Take a leisurely drive through the magnificent forests and you'll find something super, natural around almost every corner. From spectacular scenery, local native flora and fauna, taste tempting dining experiences and unique attractions to secluded hideaways you may never want to leave.
However if you are looking for an excuse to visit the Otway Region then here is a list of events that just might tempt you to come back again and again.
The Otway Country to Coast Event calendar is the best place to find what's on in the Otway region, from arts festivals and music festivals, to exhibitions and local markets, fresh local produce and dining experience, to nature walks, or sports events. It's all happening in the Otways. New Otway Events added regularly.

AUGUST 2018 ~ Friday 10 > Sunday 12 August
WINTER WILD FESTIVAL
WINTER WILD FESTIVAL
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Apollo Bay 3233
2018 WinterWild announcement. Apollo Bay’s newest arts festival will be running on the following dates:10-12 August, 24-26th August.
Just as darkness set in, it commenced to blow and rain in torrents, the wind made the fire and the smoke twist and turn in all directions. The noise of the tremendous trees roaring and cracking, the rain coming in at points of the roof made me shudder… Had it not been for some brandy and water I found … I don’t know what may have been the consequences. Don’t Look Away.
Death Program 2018:
Quietus: Friday 10th August
The Subject: Friday 10th August
The Sacrifice: Saturday 11th August
Laughing Death: Saturday 11th August
Birth Program 2018:
13th Heaven: Friday 24th August
Candescence: Saturday 25th August
Moksha: Saturday 25th August
Dance Hall Deliverance: Saturday 25th August
Email: info@winterwild.com.au
Website: Visit Website

AUGUST 2018 ~ Saturday 18 > Saturday 18 August
BIRREGURRA MUSIC SALON PRESENTS BEC GORING
BIRREGURRA MUSIC SALON PRESENTS BEC GORING
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7 Sladen Street, Birregurra 3242
After wowing us on the Blues Train at Queenscliff Festival in 2017, Bec Goring is coming to Birregurra to treat us with her own style of music that blurs the boundaries between blues and jazz.
An electrifying guitarist and singer reminiscent of Mia Dyson, Bec is bringing along a few of her favourite musos to accompany her as she pays subtle homage to many soul and blues artists.
Sweet vocals backed by a never-ending bag of blues infused riffery, eloquent harmonies whilst maintaining a striking contrast among songs. It's not at all surprising that audiences are spinning her single release 'Weekend' like fairy floss from a candy store.
Bec comes to Birregurra with some of her favourite musos to accompany her. Standby to be blown away by this emerging up-comer. Once again, we're getting in before she hits the heights
Listen to Bec's latest tracks here: https://soundcloud.com/bec-goring
Website: Visit Website

AUGUST 2018 ~ Saturday 18 > Saturday 18 August
You Light Up My Life!
Come and join in the celebrations of Australia's most significant Lighthouse turning 170 years old. YES the secrets out - we have special permission to turn on the light!!
9am - 9pm at Cape otway Lighthouse
1140 Lighthouse Road
3233 Cape Otway, Victoria, Australia
(03) 5237 9240
There will be plenty of festivities running throughout the day and once its dark be prepared to be awed as the light is turned back on and shines its beams 40+km out to sea. The tower will be open (limited tickets will apply) for you to experience this magnificence 90 metres above the ocean.
More details to follow closer to the date but lock it in your diary!
International Lighthouse Weekend 18/8/18 - there's something very auspicious about that .....
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18 August at 9:00–21:00
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AUGUST 2018 ~ Saturday 18 > Sunday 19 August
International Lighthouse Weekend
International Lighthouse Weekend celebrates lighthouses and the people that worked in them.
It’s held every year on the 3rd weekend in August and involves lighthouses & lightships from all around the world.
Come and join us – there’s plenty to do for all the family.
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AUGUST 2018 ~ Sunday 19 > Sunday 19 August
Johanna Revegetation
Friends of Otway National Park
Johanna Revegetation
10am - 12pm
Meet at Johanna Campground.
Tea, coffee, bickies supplied. BYO lunch and gumboots. All welcome.
Please contact Judi on (03) 5237 6318 or Pip on 0417 582 407 for further details and so we know how many people to expect.
See the Friends of Otway National Park page for further details.

AUGUST 2018 ~ Friday 24 > Sunday 26 August
WINTER WILD FESTIVAL
WINTER WILD FESTIVAL
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Apollo Bay 3233
2018 WinterWild announcement. Apollo Bay’s newest arts festival will be running on the following dates:10-12 August, 24-26th August.
Just as darkness set in, it commenced to blow and rain in torrents, the wind made the fire and the smoke twist and turn in all directions. The noise of the tremendous trees roaring and cracking, the rain coming in at points of the roof made me shudder… Had it not been for some brandy and water I found … I don’t know what may have been the consequences. Don’t Look Away.
Death Program 2018:
Quietus: Friday 10th August
The Subject: Friday 10th August
The Sacrifice: Saturday 11th August
Laughing Death: Saturday 11th August
Birth Program 2018:
13th Heaven: Friday 24th August
Candescence: Saturday 25th August
Moksha: Saturday 25th August
Dance Hall Deliverance: Saturday 25th August
Email: info@winterwild.com.au
Website: Visit Website

AUGUST 2018 ~ Wednesday 29 > Wednesday 29 August
Morning Music - We've Only Just Begun
Morning Music - We've Only Just Begun
Wednesday, 29 August 2018 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
HIT Productions presents
We’ve Only Just Begun
Angela Lumicisi channels Karen Carpenter’s unique voice to recreate the distinctive style that made the Carpenters among the best-selling music artists of all time.
If you cherish the music of the Carpenters, if you long to hear it live again, if you love great singing and lush melodies, then this show is for you!
The Carpenters recorded some of the greatest love songs in pop music history, songs that captivated many generations of fans.
We’ve Only Just Begun: The Music of the Carpenters celebrates many memorable and heart-warming songs including Top of the World, Close To You, Yesterday Once More.
Australian music theatre star, Angela Lumicisi’s performance is spellbinding as she tells the story of Karen’s transformation from a little girl behind a drum kit to one of the brightest stars of the ‘70s - a symbol of hope, happiness and harmony - through to her untimely death at the age of 32.
We’ve Only Just Begun is a remarkable and intimate musical experience.
Venue: Auditorium
Date/Time: Wednesday August 29 at 11am
Running Time: 70 minutes, no interval
All tickets: $23
Free morning tea served from 10am in the Foyer
Proudly Sponsored by Colac Herald & Arundell, Murray and Ryan, Barristers and Solicitors.
Location
COPACC - Colac Otway Performing Arts and Cultural Centre, 95-97 Gellibrand Street, Colac 3250