Eyeing The Weekend – November 2, 2017

FRIDAY 3/11

Paddle to the long weekend

Before the craziness of the Melbourne Cup long weekend begins, enjoy your Friday night watching the region’s ocean racer, SUP, Prone, Spec ski and Outrigger competitors race in the first of the 2017/2018 Fishos Paddle Series. The event comprises either 5km or 10km distances in six events from November 2017 to April 2018. The cost to participate is $25 per race. The first race of the series is on tomorrow (Friday). Registration for entrants begins at 5pm for a 6.30pm start. Entries for the series closed November 1. For more information, head to webscorer.com/41122.

SATURDAY 4/11

Cheers to that!

The Melbourne Cup long weekend is full of many exciting activities across the region. Toast to the Coast is one of the most anticipated events on the local calendar and showcases the best wines and gourmet food from around the Surf Coast, Moorabool Valley and Bellarine Peninsula. This Saturday and Sunday, guests will have the chance to taste, drink and eat their way across a selection of award-winning wineries while enjoying the picturesque vineyard settings and live entertainment. Limited tickets still available at winegeelong.com.au/toast-to-the-coast.

SUNDAY 5/11

Deans Marsh market fun

The second Deans Marsh market is happening this Sunday from 9am–2pm at the Deans Marsh Reserve on Pennyroyal Valley Road. This unique hinterland market aims to provide the community with an opportunity to showcase local art, craft, music, food and produce. Market visitors can enjoy high quality market stalls, music, kids’ entertainment including craft activities, pony rides and face painting, all while enjoying a feast of gourmet food. Suitable for the whole family. For more information, head to deansmarsh.org.au/market.