One of the Bellarine\u2019s favourite annual events, the Portarlington Mussel Festival, is coming to town on January 11.
\nThis year marks the 14th anniversary of the festival which is located on the beautiful foreshore.
\nIt caters to all ages and makes this a family friendly festival for all to enjoy.
\nEach year more than 10 tonnes of local mussels are available for sale, dine in or take away. All visitors get to taste the famous local mussels in a variety of ways.
\nThere are also more than 120 food and drink stalls, market stalls and great musicians playing across five stages. This year\u2019s incredible headliner is Queen Forever \u2013 The Australian Queen Tribute Show, which will entertain the young and old.
\nThere will also be many roving entertainers for the kids, art shows highlighting our local talent, cooking demonstrations and local beer and wine tastings. It is always a great day out packed with fun for the whole family.
\nThe festival now welcomes thousands of visitors, from the Bellarine and beyond, who not only enjoy the festival but also the local shops, cafes and wonderful beaches.
\nThe Mussel Festival is a community event, and proceeds go to support local organizations. Parking is free and entry is $5 for adults and children are free entry.
\nThe festival is smoke free, dog free, straw free and no BYO alcohol. Please remember to bring your reusable bags and drink bottles.
\nCome along between 9.30am-5pm on Saturday, January 11 for a great day out.
\nFor more information, head to portmusselfestival.com or visit the Facebook page \u201cPortarlington Mussel Festival\u201d.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
One of the Bellarine\u2019s favourite annual events, the Portarlington Mussel Festival, is coming to town on January 11. This year marks the 14th anniversary of the festival which is located on the beautiful foreshore. It caters to all ages and makes this a family friendly festival for all to enjoy. Each year more than 10 […]<\/p>\n