Tuesday 29 October 2013

Tastes at the Bay Festival 2013

Everyone with a taste for fine food, wine and jazz is invited to head for the 2013 Tastes at the Bay Festival, held in Nelson Bay from Friday 1 to Sunday 3 November.

“The Tastes at the Bay Festival is a not-to-be-missed event that sees our local community come alive to the sounds of jazz played by some of Australia’s best musicians. Food and wine lovers are also catered for with a diverse array of gourmet offerings and fine wines,” Member for Port Stephens, Craig Baumann said.

"Last year, more than 28,000 people attended the Tastes at the Bay Festival, with more than 24,000 coming from outside the area, staying an average three nights and contributing more than $10 million to our local community.”

The Tastes at the Bay Festival features an extensive line-up of top talent, including the amazing Wizard and Oz performing on the main stage while the Australian Navy Admiral’s Own Big Band is set to get everyone dancing with its irresistible up tempo beats.

A huge program of fun and entertainment starts in the main township of Nelson Bay and continues onto the waterfront where visitors and locals will find a great selection of gourmet food, local wines, and colourful markets. There is also plenty of family fun on offer with special performances and activities for the children.

Minister for Tourism and Major Events, George Souris said: “The NSW Government, through its tourism and major events agency, Destination NSW, is pleased to support regional events such as Tastes at the Bay Festival as part of the 2013 Regional Flagship Events Program.”

Destination NSW CEO Sandra Chipchase said: “The 2013 Tastes at the Bay Festival is set to attract over 35,000 visitors to the township of Nelson Bay, a major tourism centre and the perfect location for dolphin and whale watching, surfing, diving, fishing and other recreational aquatic activities.

“The event also offers visitors the opportunity to explore the beautiful Port Stephens region, which boasts local arts and crafts, family-friendly beaches, stunning scenery, Tomaree National Park and Nelson Head Historic Lighthouse.”

For more information please visit: www.tastesatthebay.com.au

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