We’re very excited to announce the first official Australian Vespa Days to be held at Wangaratta, Victoria next March, and in association with Vespa Australia and the Vespa World Club.
All Australian and international Vespa friends are invited for three days of Vespa celebration. We’re still organizing but there’s plenty to read on the event link http://tix.yt/vespa – Program, Accommodation, and Ride Outs.
We urge to you to ticket and arrange accommodation early to avoid disappointment, and to start thinking about how you will travel there. This event is in development with so much more to come. You’re welcome.
AUSTRALIAN VESPA DAYS PROGRAM
An event organized by Vespa Club of Australia and affiliated clubs.
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This page is constantly being reviewed and changed. This version 16.02.2023. Please check back often.
- This information is also updated here: https://www.vespaclubmelbourne.com.au/auatralian-vds/program *
The VCoA organizers and other early arrivals are meeting and finalizing the event over dinner at the Precinct Bar. The Vespa Club of Brisbane will also be in town. You can join us or drop by.
You need: Your event ticket and ID
7:00 – 9:00 PM EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION: at the Precinct Bar & Restaurant, 60-62 Faithfull Street, Wangaratta.
A low key day focussed upon arrival and registration. We’re expecting everyone to pass through Apex Park over the day and our aim is to complete nearly all registrations today.
You need: Your event ticket and ID. A wristband if attending an organized ride.
Apex Park 9.00 – 4.00 PM
REGISTRATIONS AND GREETING: at Apex Park
Collect your kit and join us for a welcome BBQ, courtesy of the Vespa Club of Melbourne.
Stalls: VespaKeys, and Scooter Meccanica. Coffee Van.
9:00AM – 10:30AM VESPA CLUB BRISBANE SLOW RIDE COMPETITION Part 1
Please take part in the Slow Ride competition organized by the Vespa Club Brisbane. Winner to be announced at the Gala Dinner.
11:00 AM OPENING CEREMONY & WELCOME TO COUNTRY. Wangaratta Mayor, Cr Dean Rees and Indigenous Elder, Uncle Dozer.
Please attend if you are already in Wangaratta. We want a line-up of VCoA Vespas at this welcome.
RIDE OUTS (Friday Ride-Outs)
12 Noon A ‘Taste’ of the Region
12.30 PM Art Silo Ride
1:00 – 3:00 PM VESPA CLUB BRISBANE SLOW RIDE COMPETITION Part 2
5.30 – 6.30 PM Aperitivo de Presidenti. A pre-dinner get together with all the VCoA Presidents.
6:00 – 8:00 PM LATE REGISTRATIONS: Will be available at the PINSENT HOTEL 20 Reid Steet.
The Vespa Club of Australia will be having dinner here and we have 50 spaces booked if you wish to join us. There are many other choices for eating throughout the town for you also.
A busy day with a big breakfast and show and shine meet in the morning, followed by rides, and ending with the Gala Dinner in the evening.
You need: A wristband to enter the Park. Your Breakfast Voucher. Your completed Show and Shine card if you are participating.
The Vespa Australia Breakfast 7.30 – 11.00 AM
Thanks to the Wangaratta Lions Club for providing your breakfast. Exchange your Breakfast Voucher.
Also for you to enjoy:
Vintage Vespa Display
Blacklocks Motorcycles Showcase (Local vespa dealer from Albury, with Vespa Australia)
Motobella DJ for your entertainment.
Photo opportunity under Vespa Arch and balloon
Coffee van
8:00 AM – 10:30 AM VESPA CLUB SYDNEY SHOW ‘N SHINE
Complete your entry card (in your kit) and hang it from your bike mirror if entering.
Best Auto under 200cc Corazzo Design
Best Auto over 200cc Advent Motorcycles
Best Geared 1975+ GPS Imports
Best Vintage Pre 1961 Vespa House
Best Classic 1961 to 1975 Scooter Meccanica
Best Custom Scooter Meccanica
Best Non 2 wheeled GPS Imports
Best Small Frame MotoEst.
RIDE OUTS (Saturday Ride-Outs)
11.00 AM A ‘Taste’ of the Region. (Repeated from Friday)
11.30 Yackandandah Meander
12.00 Vintage Slow Ride
12.15 Art Silo Rid (repeated)
12.30 The Wandi Wander
Vespa Club of Australia Gala Dinner 6.30 – 11.00 PM
You need a Gold Full Ticket Wristband – check in and wait to be seated.
White tablecloth / table service. Dress code: neat & casual
Quality Hotel Gateway Wangaratta, 29-37 Ryley Street
Dinner, special guests, acknowledgements, awards, prizes, bar facilities and music. Let’s Celebrate!
Tunes by DJ Dee Princi
We understand that many will be packing, checking out and planning (long) rides home.
8:00 AM – 10:30 AM FAREWELL. Bertsy & Co Café, 34a Ovens Street will welcome you and can cater for up to 70. Drop by and say goodbye if you are leaving.
Thank You all for participating in this inaugural event.
Easy short and longer excursion side-rides are all confirmed and posted.
Glenrowan
Milawa
Eldorado Dredge
Wallow In A Swimming Hole
King Valley Winery Wander
Mt Buffalo Bash