Events: Looking Ahead

TOUR DOWN UNDER
16-21 January 2007
With almost half a million spectators last year, the Tour Down Under has truly earned its place among the world’s top cycling events. A host of international cycling stars will battle it out on Adelaide’s streets and regional South Australian roads during the thrilling six-day race. And it’s not just the professionals who get to feel the rush: this year there are chances for cyclists of all ages and fitness levels to take part in the race during the new Breakaway Series. So get set for an incredible week of heroic cycling feats and trackside partying as South Australia comes alive.

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STAR PARTY DOWNUNDER
18-21 January 2007

Discover the beauty of the southern hemisphere’s spectacular night skies at Star Party DownUnder 2007. The event will be held at Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary, hundreds of kilometres away from any city smog or lights which might spoil your view from one of the property’s three nationally acclaimed astronomical observatories. As well as plenty of time for stargazing, the Star Party will include talks by expert guest speakers, sunset cocktails, a banquet in the bush and a geology tour. Situated in the majestic Flinders Ranges, Arkaroola boasts some of Australia’s most spectacular scenery, rare flora and fauna by day, and skies at night that make you want to reach up and touch the stars.

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TUNARAMA
26-28 January 2007
This colourful annual event attracts a cult following, but is also perfect for a summer family outing. See Port Lincoln at its finest, showcasing the regions best (sea)food, wine, art, music, people and surroundings. Tunarama transforms the picturesque port’s foreshore lawns into a bustling alley of stalls, sideshows and rides, with events, activities and competitions sure to delight fish-lovers of all ages. And then there’s the famous John West Tuna Toss competition…

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CLIPSAL 500 ADELAIDE
1-4 March 2007
Full-blooded V8 action hits the city streets, as Adelaide combines Australia’s largest motor sport festival with four nights of concerts, spectacular air displays and non-stop on-track action. This is the race Murray Walker called the greatest touring car event in the world, and we’re not about to argue with the expert. Feel the rush as the cars roar by during the day, then party into the night with huge outdoor concerts.

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WOMADELAIDE
9-11 March 2007
This is one of Australia's best loved, most respected music festivals – and definitely one of its coolest. Over three balmy days and nights, in the splendour of Adelaide's Botanic Park, hundreds of artists from all over the world share their music, dance and culture. Groove to the global beats, then relax under shady trees or indulge in the delights of delicious food, wines, and cooling ales as you explore the special WOMAD Global Village of arts, crafts, workshops and children's entertainment.

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ADLEAIDE FRINGE 2007
8-31 March 2007
Open your mind and take in some culture, while enjoying the party atmosphere the Adelaide Fringe creates right across the city. Held every two years, the Adelaide Fringe is the second largest fringe festival in the world (after the Edinburgh Fringe). It’s super hip and very funky. Anything goes with performances by independent artists from all over the world: theatre, comedy, dance, visual arts, film, video, music and multi-media shows are all a part of the Fringe party.

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