Events 2010

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Hollywood Carnivale Opening Gala

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Hollywood Carnivale Opening Gala

Celebrate the opening of our amazing festival in style at this one off occasion created by the award-winning team from Port Douglas Catering & Events.  You’ll feel like a diva and be treated like one too!  The historic Sugar Wharf will be transformed into an evening mirage of old style glamour and style as guests receive the red carpet treatment to start the 10 day celebration of …

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: A piece of Paradise - Vintage Douglas Shire Exhibition

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: A piece of Paradise – Vintage Douglas Shire Exhibition

“A PIECE OF PARADISE – VINTAGE DOUGLAS SHIRE” EXHIBITION

at the

COURT HOUSE MUSEUM (next to the Police Station)

for

PORT DOUGLAS CARNIVALE 2010

The Douglas Shire Historical Society is proud to be part of the Port Douglas Carnivale 2010 and will present a very special “A Piece of Paradise – Vintage Douglas Shire” exhibition at the Port Douglas Court House …

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Palates of Port

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Palates of Port

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Port Douglas’ love affair with alfresco gourmet dining will be extended fully during this year’s Port Douglas Carnivale (20-30 May) with organisers announcing an all new cuisine event for this year’s program – Palates of Port.

Described as ‘Degustation under the Stars’, the event will see eight of Port Douglas’ finest restaurants and their chefs team up …


Carnivale Food Fight - Battle of the Master Chef's

Carnivale Food Fight – Battle of the Master Chef’s

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SOLD OUT SORRY!

A new cuisine contest which pitches the master chefs of Port Douglas against each other in a public event for the first time ever has been added to this year’s Port Douglas Carnivale program.

The Carnivale Food Fight will take place on Thursday 27th May, with participating chefs from Bucci Ristorante; Head Chef – Shaun Malone, High Tide Beach Bistro …

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: The Windswell Kitesurfing Sessions

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: The Windswell Kitesurfing Sessions

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Celebrating Carnivale and 10 years of kiteboarding

Checkout the Ultimate kiteboarding action at  The WindSwell Kitesurfing Sessions during this years Carnivale.

Everyday at the best locations from Pretty Beach to Cape Kimberly.

Prizes and Giveaways, Free Lessons, Flat water, Checkout the latest gear, Advanced Coaching Sessions, Photo shoots, Kicker and sliders, …

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Carnivale Club at the Sugar Wharf

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Carnivale Club at the Sugar Wharf

Photo by Shaun Guest for Port Douglas Photography

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For 10 days during May, the tropical fiesta of Port Douglas Carnivale turns the seaside village into a living postcard of tropical culture.  This year, organisers have added an element sure to appeal to lovers of live music and chilled cocktails fine wine.  The Carnivale Club will operate nightly from 5.00pm till …


2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: CAFF Roadshow Short Film Festival

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: CAFF Roadshow Short Film Festival

Photograph by Mick Hardy

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The Cairns Adrenaline Film Festival (CAFF) Roadshow will showcase the best entries of this inaugural film competition. This will be an event full of adrenaline packed films made by local and international action sports enthusiasts. Come and see what people out there are doing! Find yourself on the edge of your seat, get inspired or just come and …

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Douglas Rock N Blues Bonanza

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Douglas Rock N Blues Bonanza

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Radio Port Douglas ,  Events NQ and Carnivale proudly presents the Douglas Rock N Blues Bonanza.

The Tropical North’s favourite blues musicians will take the stage during the inaugural Carnivale Rock ‘n’ Blues Bonanza on Sunday 23rd May at Rex Smeal Park, with organisers confirming Johno’s Blues Band (entire line up) Jesse Deane-Freeman, plus The Flying Libido …

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Miss Carnivale Masquerade Ball

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Miss Carnivale Masquerade Ball

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The quest is on to unmask this year’s Port Douglas Carnivale ambassadors. Organisers of this year’s Miss Carnivale contest are building on the successful format established at this popular event last year, with plans already established to launch this year’s winners at an all out glamour Masquerade Ball at the Rydges Sabaya Resort on 15 May.

Corrine Durie, who puts …


2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Carnivale BMX, Skate and Scooter Comp

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Carnivale BMX, Skate and Scooter Comp

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An event for all ages, beginners to expert, the Inaugural Carnivale BMX, Skate and Scooter competition offers all levels of riders and skaters to show off their skills and capabilities in a fun and supportive environment with the chance to win great prizes from PD Bike Works and Compound Skate. Run in conjunction with the Douglas Shire Community Services Association this …

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Macrossan Street Parade

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Macrossan Street Parade

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A true community event in the finest tradition, the Macrossan Street Parade has long been a highlight of the Carnivale festival and regularly draws crowds of thousands who line the high street to cheer for their friends and colleagues.

Visitors flock to the parade too, as the sense of community spirit and pride is such a tangible part of this Carnivale highlight. It …

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale Four Mile Beach Day

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale Four Mile Beach Day

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The 2010 Family Beach Day will offer up a lively array of tropical sights, sounds and activities this year as part of the annual Port Douglas Carnivale on Saturday, May 29th.

What’s on offer at 2010 Beach day: Camel Rides, Sand Castle Building, Treasure Hunts, Beach Volleyball, Beach Cricket, Outrigger racing, Kite-surfing, Sea Kayaking, Kids Games, Bouncing Castles, …


2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Sheraton Mirage Longest Lunch

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Sheraton Mirage Longest Lunch

2009 Sheraton Mirage Longest Lunch

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The 2010 theme for this event is ‘Lunch Like a Celebrity’ and this promises to be the ideal excuse for a very, very long lunch. Pre-arranged seating, table service of a thoughtfully chosen, three course menu showcasing fresh local produce (vegetarian options available – just ask when you book) accompanied by well-matched quality …

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Food, Wine and a Taste of Port

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Food, Wine and a Taste of Port

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Latin fever is set to strike Port Douglas this May, with organisers of Food, Wine & A Taste of Port tipping a richly detailed evening of Latin American food, music and dance entitled “La Vida Loca”. “We’re serving up La Vida Loca (The Crazy Life) with lashings of passion, excitement and mouthwatering food,” says Beth Anderson of Events NQ, the producers of this …

HOT SPELL! Carnivale Cabaret at the Clink.

HOT SPELL! Carnivale Cabaret at the Clink.

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By definition Cabaret can be described as entertainment, often of an improvisatory, satirical, and topical nature; a form of theatrical entertainment consisting mainly of political satire with skits, songs, and improvisations.

Ms Klara McMurray (aka Miss K ), from Melbourne will perform the final of her trilogy, on stage @ the Clink Theatre backed her travelling …


2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Rainforest Habitat 21st Birthday Bash Brunch

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Rainforest Habitat 21st Birthday Bash Brunch

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The Rainforest Habitat celebrates its 21st Birthday with a fun-filled brunch for all the family! For those that attended the Food & Wine Festival, this also serves as a recovery brunch.

From 10am, guests are offered a welcome champagne on arrival.

Guests are immersed within the Wetlands environment whilst enjoying the cacophony of sounds and colours of wildlife as …

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Airing of the Quilts

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Airing of the Quilts

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This is the 4th Airing of the Quilts held in Mossman.

Mossman District Branch Leukaemia Foundation annual Airing of the Quilts features a display of handmade quilts and craft stalls from mainly North Queensland.

Morning and afternoon tea and light lunch available.

Visit the 2009 Airing of the Quilts Photo Gallery

When:

Saturday May 22. 9 am – 5 pm

Sunday …

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Zinc's Domaine Chandon Carnivale Lunch

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Zinc’s Domaine Chandon Carnivale Lunch

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As part of our Carnivale celebrations, Zinc, in conjunction with Moet Hennessy and Domaine Chandon, would like to invite you to join us on Friday 28th May for an exciting 4 course degustation lunch accompanied by sparkling and still wines from Australia’s premier sparkling wine producer. French Champagne on arrival by Veuve Clicquot. $98 p.p. all inclusive. Bookings …


2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Tin Shed Fashion Awards

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Tin Shed Fashion Awards

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2010 Tin Shed Fasion Awards Vintage Tropical Glam retro style is the theme this year for the 2nd annual 2010 Tin Shed Fashion Awards hosted by the Port Douglas Combined Club where aspiring youg designers and retailers will strut their stuff on the runway with the magnificent views overlooking the Dickson Inlet as a backdrop. This is your chance to glam up for a night of …

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Songs and Stories by the Campfire

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Songs and Stories by the Campfire

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This is a free family event put on by the Douglas Shire Historical Society ,and is being held in the grassed area beside the Surf-lifesaving Club. The M.C. for this event is Pat Morrish, the well known and popular A.B.C. Radio Announcer. Jack Heywood will be reciting Bush Poetry, The Hillbilly Goats will be performing with their usual flair and Sally Sutherland will be …

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Meridien Marina Seafood Extravaganza

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Meridien Marina Seafood Extravaganza

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Seafood Extravaganza 2010 will again be hosted by Meridien Marinas iconic Marina Mirage. Traditionally the event presents an opportunity for the local fishing fleet to show case catches produced straight from the Coral Sea. Basked in sunshine between the Mountain Ranges and Great Barrier Reef, the boardwalk at Marina Mirage provides an ideal location to host such an event. …


2010 Port Douglas Carnivale Golf Challenge

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale Golf Challenge

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The 2010 Port Douglas Golf Challenge Cup is a testament to the golfing  prowess of the region and is a 40cm high polished cup that is eagerly contested.

2009 winners Rhys Bawden, Chris Buse, Lachlan Leishman and Christian Knowles will no doubt attempt to defend the Cup and look to have their names engraved a second time.

The 2 day …

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: AME Bullride Spectacular

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: AME Bullride Spectacular

Bullriders line up at the AME Bullride Extravaganza 2009 in front of a crowd of 3000 people

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Its back, even bigger than last year. Australian Muster Experience stadium will again come alive when AME bring an night of EXTREME bullriding to 2010 Carnivale. The Douglas region will see some of the best bulls and riders in the country. Bullriders will compete over 2 rounds for …

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale Douglas Songwriters Challenge

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale Douglas Songwriters Challenge

2009 Douglas Songwriters Challenge Julatten Heat Entrants, featuring heat winner Bob Maguire third on right.

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The Douglas Songwriter’s Challenge is an event designed to encourage local performers both amateur and professional to perform their own original material to a panel of 3 judges. The top 3 amateurs and pros from the 3 regional heats will be asked to perform on the …


2010 Exemplar Clipper Cup Yacht Racing

2010 Exemplar Clipper Cup Yacht Racing

2009 Clipper Cup, Port Douglas Carnivale

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The Exemplar Clipper Cup Regatta is a six-race series staged over two weekends as part of Port Douglas Carnivale. Vessels compete for the prestigious Clipper Cup, originally raced off Hawaii as an international competition.

Please return the  entry form , with the entry fee, to Port Douglas Yacht Club bar in person or  download …

2010 Carnivale: National Day of Thanksgiving

2010 Carnivale: National Day of Thanksgiving

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National Day of Thanksgiving

Join in the spirit of thanksgiving and generosity at an Ecumenical Service of Thanksgiving.

The National Day of Thanksgiving is a unique opportunity for us to celebrate and give thanks for our God given heritage as a nation, and to thank one another for the contributions each makes in our communities.

It is a time when we can come together …

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Hahn Super Dry Tri-Port Sprint distance Triathlon

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Hahn Super Dry Tri-Port Sprint distance Triathlon

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With a magnificent 750 m ocean swim, followed by a 20 km bike and a 5 km run you can enjoy a truly unique triathlon experience. There will also be a super sprint race (shorter course) including a 400 m swim / 10 km ride and 2.5 km run. The event is catering to all skill and fitness levels, with the focus on participation. Individual / teams and corporate teams welcome.

Where …


2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Latitude16 Kids Triathlon

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Latitude16 Kids Triathlon

Details

Kids Triathlon is open for all kids aged 7 – 12. There are various distances for the different age groups – everybody welcome. Certificates will be handed out to all finishers.

Where

Rendezvous 25 metre pool, Port Douglas.

When

Saturday 29th May. Midday registration 12.30.

Ticketing

kids 12 and under – $15.00

Contact

Guy Besley   0423 577 …

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Haba Dive Ocean Swim

2010 Port Douglas Carnivale: Haba Dive Ocean Swim

Details

Challenge yourself to a 1 km ocean swim along magnificent Four Mile Beach. Entry is open to everyone – it’s just about having a go. You could even dogpaddle if you like!

Where

Four Mile Beach, Port Douglas

When

Saturday 29th May. Registrations at 7.30 on the beach in front of the Port Douglas Surf Club. Race start at 8 am sharp.

Ticketing

$25 per …

2010 Rattle and Hum Wine and Music Day

2010 Rattle and Hum Wine and Music Day

Details

We will be holding a wine and music day on the 23rd of May to run in conjunction with Carnivale as well as introduce a selections of wine . We will be holding this in our relaxing beer garden out the back of rattle n hum and will provide food platters, wine tasting, water and live entertainment. The event is to run from 2pm to 5pm when our happy hour starts. Food and other …