The bayside suburb of Shorncliffe will be a dazzling playground of carnival rides, delicious food stalls and markets for children and adults alike from March 31st.
The Bluewater Festival is set to kick off at the end of March until April 8th, and there will be so much to do and see, you may need to completely reserve the entire seven days to the celebrations. Featuring dance crews, bands, the stunning yacht race and fireworks, the 2012 event is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever!
2012 welcomes the 15th year of the Bluewater Festival, where thousands of tourists and locals flock to Sandgate to watch the Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race and enjoy the atmosphere.
Gorgeous View of Shorncliffe Pier -courtesy of sandgate.com.au
While the white sails on the bay are the highlight, the Art Exhibition is gaining popularity with an enormous collection of work by recognised and local artists. The opening night kicks off at 6pm Thursday April 5th, with refreshments at the St Patricks College, Park Parade, Shorncliffe. This is a fantastic place for beginners to showcase their work -if you missed out entering your art this year, make sure you apply for 2013.
For the kids, the adorable movie 'Hop', about a bunny who runs away with a rock band, will keep smiles on the little ones faces, Wednesday night April 4th from 6pm. This is a free event and there will be a sausage sizzle to keep grumbling tummies at bay.
While all these fantastic events will keep you busy, make sure you take some time to take in the peaceful view of the bay and take a stroll along the Shorncliffe Pier. It really is a beautiful part of Brisbane.
See you there, at the 2012 Bluewater Festival. For more info log onto
bluewaterfestival.org.au
