Avon Descent Family Fun Days 2014

Avon Descent Family Fun Days 2014

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Posted 2014-07-27 by Gen Adamsfollow

Fri 01 Aug 2014 - Sun 03 Aug 2014

There will be nothing more exciting than the thrill of watching the kayaks, surf skis and powerboats splash their way through the white water at the 2014 Avon Descent. This year make sure you bring your family and friends down to some of the best vantage points to experience first hand the excitement of this world class race.



The Avon Descent is a 124 kilometre white water race that runs from Northam to Bayswater. Each year this race attracts local, interstate and international competitors to tackle the fast flowing waters of the Avon River.

Spectators are always keen to catch a glimpse of this spectacular event and this year the whole family can get involved by coming along to one or more of the Avon Descent Family Fun Days held along the race route.



Action-packed community events will be held in Northam, Toodyay, Guildford, Belmont and Bayswater. Spectators will get to listen to live race commentary and get to try their hand at free and low cost activities. There will also be free entertainment, children's activities and much more. While you are there you can also grab a bite to eat or bring a picnic and enjoy a full day out at one or more of these events.

Shire of Northam - Avon River Festival

Where: Bernard Park, Minson Avenue, Northam
When: Friday 1 August, 4-9pm

Come here to celebrate the excitement of the start of the Avon Descent. There will be local entertainment, a street parade, amusement rides and a free family fun zone. Stay till night falls, and you will be able to catch the largest firework display in the Avon Valley. For more information contact the Northam Visitor Centre on 9622 2100.



**Toodyay International Food, Festival and Family Fun Day
**
Where: Stirling Park, Stirling Terrace and Duidgee Park, Harper Road, Toodyay
When: Saturday 2 August 10am-4pm

Head to Toodyay to combine the thrill of the Avon Descent with delicious international cuisine. You can dine on food from the dozens of food stalls which will be there to tempt your tastebuds while watching the diverse range of performers entertain you on the main stage. Kids of all ages will find something fun to do with many free activities running throughout the day. For more information contact 9574 2435.

**Town of Bassendean Vantage Viewing Locations
**
Where:
Success Hill Reserve on Seventh Road
Bassendean Point Reserve on North Road
Bassendean Pickering Park on Bassendean Parade
Bassendean Sand Beach Reserve on the end of West Road
Bassendean Ashfield Parade Reserve on Ashfield Parade, Ashfield.
When: Sunday 3 August - All day

Take a packed picnic or organise a family BBQ and head to one of these picturesque riverside vantage points to watch the final stages of the race. For more information contact 9377 8000 www.bassendean.wa.gov.au

City of Swan Power On

Where: Fishmarket Reserve, Swan Street, Guildford (western end of Swan Street)
When: Sunday 3 August 11am-3pm

Wear bright colours and head down to this scenic reserve where you can cheer on the competitors as they near the end of the race. There will be live race commentary and plenty of free kids activities, entertainment and giveaways. For more information contact 9267 9267 www.swan.wa.gov.au/events

City of Belmont's Avon Descent Family Fun Day

Where: Garvey Park, Fauntleroy Avenue, Ascot
When: Sunday 3 August 11.30am-3.30pm

Find a spot under the large marquee at the banks of the Swan River and enjoy live race commentary as the white water racers head towards the finish line. There will also be free activities for children, a free Mix 94.5 Grill, an all new Junior Sports Expo and much more. If you are a City of Belmont resident be sure to bring along your City of Belmont Opportunity Card for free food and beverage offers, bicycle maintenance and discounted helicopter rides (limits apply). For more information contact 9477 7248 www.belmont.wa.gov.au

City of Bayswater Finish Line Family Fun Day

Where: Riverside Gardens
When: Sunday 3 August 11am-5pm
Parking: Spectator via Slade and King William Streets only. Support Crew via Milne Street only.

Join support crews and spectators to welcome the competitors as they cross the finish line at this years Avon Descent. There will be live race action and commentary on the big screen as well as free family fun for all ages. Food and drink will also be available for purchase. For more information contact 9272 0622 www.bayswater.wa.gov.au/events

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