Mt Buller 2016-17 Summer Media Guide | Page 17

SUMMER PLAYGROUND Every summer, Mt Buller hosts a number of fantastic events, from world-class mountain bike competitions and trail running events, to food and wine festivals and Easter celebrations. NOVEMBER 2016 4–6 Targa High Country Targa High Country sees three days of high-speed tarmac rally racing action through the Mansfield-Mt Buller region. MARCH 2017 11–13 GT Bike Buller Festival All that is great about mountain biking in one spectacular location. DECEMBER 2016 3–4 Summer Season Opening The mountain celebrates the opening of the trail network for cross-country and downhill biking, and trail running. 12 Picnic in the Park A gourmet food and wine festival held at Mirimbah Park, at the base of Mt Buller. 5–6 Australian Mountain Biking Summit Unique in Australia, this conference is dedicated purely to the needs of the mountain bike industry. JANUARY 2017 21–22 Victorian Downhill Mountain Bike Series This event sees competitive DH racing at its best, with two cranking kilometres of steep technical terrain that will quickly sort out the field. FEBRUARY 2017 17–19 Oscar’s 100 Hut 2 Hut Raising awareness and much needed funds for families affected by autism. Mt Buller & Mt Stirling Summer Media Guide 2016-17 19 Mansfield-Mt Buller Road Race Takes in the stunning scenery and gruelling challenge of the 48km ride from Mansfield to Mt Buller. APRIL 2017 2 Mt Buller Skyrun With runs up to 45km through the challenging High Country this is a stunning way to rack up the k’s. 14–17 Easter Celebrations Enjoy your Easter eggs at altitude over the holiday break. 15 Mountain High Fun Run Head out with family and friends and enjoy a leisurely lap around the Village, or push yourself to the limit on one of our more difficult courses. 17