What's on in Melbourne and Victoria Australia in October

October 2010 Events in Melbourne & Victoria

18 September to 3 October 2010 - Oktoberfest - (See Themes4Parties for costumes and party products.)
24 September to 3 October 2010 - Mildura Country Music Festival - (See accommodation in Mildura.)
30 September to 3 October 2010 - Melbourne Leisurefest
22 September to 10 October 2010 - Melbourne Fringe Festival
1 October (Friday) 2010 - National Walk to Work Day - Walk all or part of the way to work in order to achieve better health and cleaner air. Sign up today to become a Walking Class Hero or Corporate Ambassador - register at The Pedestrian Council
1 to 3 October 2010 - The Parrot Factory - A children's opera presented by Victorian Opera and performed by the Victorian Youth Opera. Held at the Merlyn Theatre at the CUB Malthouse. For tickets contact Ticketmaster on 136 100.
3 October (Sunday) 2010 - Daylight saving starts 2.00 am - put your clocks forward 1 hour. See time zones for more information.
4 October (Monday) 2010 - Start of Term 4 in Victorian Schools - (See AU school holiday dates.)
7 & 8 October 2010 - IT Matters - The expo aims to provide the opportunity to attend networking functions, expo and seminars to establish relationships, share business ideas, receive valuable insights and successfully implement the latest in business and technology through a range of forums and workshops. To attend the event, register via the website.
8 October (Friday) 2010 - RSPCA Happy Tails Day - (See also No School Today: Fundraising Activities.)
8 to 10 October 2010 - Port Fairy Spring Music Festival
8 to 23 October 2010 - Melbourne International Arts Festival - Dance, theatre, music, visual arts, multimedia and outdoor events from Australian and International companies and artists.
9 & 10 October 2010 - Melbourne Meccano Exhibition - Traditional, rare, and modern Meccano sets. Cnr Gardenvale and Magnolia Roads, Gardenvale.
10 October (Sunday) 2010 - Melbourne Marathon - Includes a half marathon, a 10 kilometre run and a 5 kilometre run/walk along Batman Ave, near the Rod Laver Arena.
13 October (Wednesday) 2010 - National Ride to Work Day - Ride to work to help reduce pollution, improve health and save money.
15 to 17 October 2010 - Melbourne Timber and Working With Wood Expo - 10.00 am to 5.00 pm at the Melbourne Showgrounds, Epsom Rd, Ascot Vale.
16 & 17 October 2010 - Armageddon Multimedia Expo Melbourne - A science fiction, fantasy, anime and gaming expo with celebrity guests, panel discussions, live wrestling, an ice-cream and pizza eating competition and more. Melbourne Exhibition Centre. (For more writers festivals see BCL Books: Festivals.)
17 October (Sunday) 2010 - Around the Bay in a Day - The Smith Family in Australia's bike challenge including 250km, 210km, 100km, 80km and 50km rides.
22 October to 2 November 2010 - Bright Annual Spring Festival
25 October (Monday) 2010 - Pink Ribbon Day - Aiming to increase the awareness of breast cancer and the importance of early detection.
- National Breast Cancer Foundation Pink Ribbon Breakfasts
27 to 29 October 2010 - 2010 National Conference on Volunteering - Sebel Albert Park, Victoria.
29 & 30 October 2010 - Ashburton Annual Show - The 133rd annual show.
29 October to 1 November 2010 - Wangaratta Festival of Jazz - Wangaratta is in north-eastern Victoria.
29 October to 1 November 2010 - Mildura Jazz Food & Wine Festival - Contemporary and traditional jazz served with regional food and wine in Murray River locations with beautiful Mildura springtime weather (see accommodation in Mildura).
29 October to 1 November 2010 - Maldon Folk Festival - Family festival featuring music, dance, and theatre. In the country town of Maldon, north-west of Melbourne.
31 October (Sunday) 2010 - Halloween - (Having a Halloween party? For party ideas and costumes see Themes4Parties, and for decorations and party products, see our BCL Halloween page.)
To be confirmed 2010 - Ocsober - A fundraising program that challenges Australians to cut out alcohol for the month of October.
To be confirmed 2010 - Girls Night In - Host a Girls Night In on any night in October to raise funds for The Cancer Council Victoria. Stay in with your girlfriends and ask them to donate to the Cancer Council what they’d normally spend on a night out. For more information or to register visit the website. (Hosting a party? See Themes4Parties.)
To be confirmed 2010 - Pink Ribbon Month - Purchase a pink ribbon during October and raise funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. (Having a pink party to raise funds for breast cancer research? See Themes4Parties.)
To be confirmed 2010 - Teddy Love Club Field of Angels Appeal - The Teddy Love Club provides support for bereaved parents, family, and friends who have suffered the loss of their baby to miscarriage, stillbirth, genetic induction, or neonatal death. Each October, TLC hosts the Field of Angels Appeal to ensure the continuation of their support services. Visit the website to make a donation.
To be confirmed 2010 - Spring Racing Carnival - Held at at Flemington, Moonee Valley, Caulfield, Sandown and country race courses all over Victoria.
To be confirmed 2010 - Refugee Camp in Your City - A recreation of a refugee camp and its facilities with free, guided tours led by MSF Australian experienced field workers who have witnessed life in a refugee camp. The event aims to create a better understanding of the vulnerability of life for displaced people and refugees who have fled their homes.
To be confirmed 2010 - Mental Health Week
To be confirmed 2010 - Victorian Seniors Festival - Recognises the contribution seniors make to the community. There are over 1,000 free or low cost events being held across the state including concerts, exhibitions, jazz, poetry, dance, information sessions, and more. For a program of events visit the Office of Senior Victorians. (See Getting Older.)
To be confirmed 2010 - CraftFest
To be confirmed 2010 - National Firefighters Remembrance Day
To be confirmed 2010 - Melbourne Fringe Festival - The festival aims to give both emerging and established artists opportunities to gain professional skills and present new work.
To be confirmed 2010 - Open Mind Fiesta - Hosted by the Mental Illness Fellowship Victoria. Stalls, rides, live bands, massage, exercise, games, and more.
To be confirmed 2010 - Brisbane Ranges Wildflower Show - Hosted by Friends of the Brisbane Ranges. Wildflower displays, plant sales, information stands, workshops on macro photography, plant identification, and tours.
To be confirmed 2010 - Turkish Tulip Festival Weekend - Entry is $16 for adults, $12 for concession and free for children under 16. Open daily 10.00am to 5.00pm at 357 Monbulk Rd, Silvan.
To be confirmed 2010 - Malaysia Week
To be confirmed 2010 - Melbourne Cycling Festival - An annual event that incorporates Ride to Work Day and other events. (To join a local cycling group visit our BCL page on cycling groups.)
To be confirmed 2010 - Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix - Phillip Island. (See Phillip Island.)
To be confirmed 2010 - Como Gardens Open Garden Weekend
To be confirmed 2010 - National Water Week - A national schedule of programs and events that encourage protection, rehabilitation and improvement of water environments such as streams, wetlands, waterways, beaches, and estuaries. See events in Victoria.
To be confirmed 2010 - Australian-China Business Week - Various events that aim to provide an insight into the Chinese domestic market.
To be confirmed 2010 - Bright Annual Spring Festival
To be confirmed 2010 - History Week
To be confirmed 2010 - Cox Plate Family Picnic Day - Living Legends, Oaklands Rd, Greenvale.
To be confirmed 2010 - Canteen National Bandanna Day - Purchase a bandanna to support young people living with cancer.
To be confirmed 2010 - Maldon Folk Festival - Family festival featuring music, dance, and theatre. In the country town of Maldon, north-west of Melbourne.
To be confirmed 2010 - MegaRamPage - Live bands, BMX riding, skateboarding and more at the Etihad Stadium, Melbourne. (See accommodation in Melbourne.)
To be confirmed 2010 - Mountains of Books Used Rare and Out-of-Print Book Fair - (For more book fairs and festivals see BCL Books.)
To be confirmed 2010 - Murtoa's Big Weekend - Held in the town of Murtoa, 305 kilometres north-west of Melbourne.
To be confirmed 2010 - Parklife - Note: 18+. An annual dance music festival.
To be confirmed 2010 - Melbourne Stencil Festival - An annual event including workshops, exhibitions, artist talks and more in an effort to bring art to the general public.
To be confirmed 2010 - Melbourne International Festival of Brass - Aims to recognise and celebrate the contribution of brass playing in the Australian community.
To be confirmed 2010 - Great Melbourne Pursuit

See November events in Melbourne & Victoria

Art Exhibitions can now be found on the Melbourne Exhibitions page

More What's on in Melbourne and Victoria

What's on - Events in Melbourne and Victoria in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December
Melbourne and Victoria short courses, adult education and classes - see courses starting in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November or December
Tours in and around Melbourne: Enjoy a Cruise, Sightseeing, Harley Tours or Winery Tours or visit the Penguins, and other Nature & Wildlife. You can Explore Victoria including Great Ocean Road and the Twelve Apostles or go on an Overnight & Extended Tour of Victoria
BCL Get Active in Melbourne: Experience companies bring together the most exciting and challenging adventures to clear those cobwebs, get you outdoors into the fresh air and get your adrenalin rushing. You'll find Horse Riding, Hot air balloon flights, Jet fighter flights, Paintballing, Rally driving and V8 racing, Scuba Diving, Skydiving and Walking all many more activities.
Year Round Attractions
Historical Sites
Theatres and Cinemas in Melbourne
Music Festivals around Australia, including Melbourne
Exhibitions & Galleries
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Get a Life is a site where all social events are created by the members themselves. Here you can meet people and form friendships by joining several local groups and activities, anything from bush walking, to theatre visits, to Friday drinks to dinner dates

What's on in Australia and New Zealand

Adelaide and South Australia events, public and school holidays in October. See Adelaide attractions including cinemas, concerts & festivals, historical sites, exhibitions & galleries, music festivals, theatres and Tours.
Brisbane and Queensland events, public and school holidays in October. See Brisbane attractions including cinemas, concerts and festivals, exhibits and galleries, theatre and tours. See also events on the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast & North Queensland.
Canberra and ACT events, public and school holidays in October. See Canberra attractions including cinemas, concerts & festivals, exhibitions & galleries, historical sites, theatres and tours.
Darwin and Northern Territory events, public and school holidays in October. See Darwin attractions including cinemas, concerts & festivals, exhibitions & galleries, historical sites, theatres and tours.
Hobart and Tasmania events, public and school holidays in October. See Hobart attractions including cinemas, concerts & festivals, exhibitions & galleries, historical sites, theatres and tours.
Perth and Western Australia events, public and school holidays in October. See Perth attractions including cinemas, concerts & festivals, exhibitions & galleries, historical sites, theatres and tours.
Sydney and New South Wales events, public and school holidays in October. See Sydney attractions including local activities, cinema, concerts & festivals, exhibitions & galleries, historical sites, theatre and tours.
New Zealand events, public and school holidays in October. See New Zealand experiences including day tours, rail tours and package tours.

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