Roma is the only place to be at Easter

The Easter in the Country Festival, is the premier event of the region, and will be held from 21-25 April 2011.  It offers a wide variety of exciting events with something for everyone from the thrill seeker to those that like to take things at a leisurely pace. Also, it is the best time of the year to visit Roma, and this event is the perfect excuse for new visitors and former residents to discover Roma and the Maranoa.

The iconic goat races are held on the Saturday morning and will capture the delight of the huge crowds that adorn the main street.  The vibrant street parade which includes some great family entertainment will ensure that this event will be more exciting and colourful than ever, while the country markets are a treasure trove for that 'something different.'

Some of the action-packed events on the program are the famous mud derby, which has become a classic Easter in the Country speciality where visitors witness a great array of vehicles that "get dirty" and the adrenalin rush of the Drag Racing, Motocross, and Speedway.  

The famous Night Rodeo will again deliver thrills and spills at events such as rope and tie, bullrides and steer wrestling. 

The Poet's Breakfast and Campfire Show, Roma's country race meet, Hobbies and Collectables and the Easter Art Exhibition offer a gentle pace for those looking for a little less action.  History buffs will be pleased to discover the colourful and rich past of Roma through the town coach tours, while garden enthusiasts and lover of the Australian bush can enjoy a tour through the intriguing Roma Bush Gardens which showcases eleven vegetation communities around the Railway Dam.

Children will be well catered for and Friday afternoon at the Big Rig Parklands especially will be popular with the kids.  Following the huge success of the Easter Egg Hunt last year, entertainment will include pinata, children's activities, miniature train rides and the Easter Egg Hunt as well.

A diverse selection of arts, crafts, homewares, clothes and food stalls, where delicious treats can be sampled, will again be available at the Country Markets. On both Saturday and Sunday, the markets provide the perfect opportunity to buy, browse or simply take a break from the busy and exciting program that makes up Easter in the Country.

Origin continues to support this iconic event, together with many local businesses and organisations to ensure that this event remains the premier event of the region.

Roma has a wide range of accommodation from motels to caravan and camping sites, and we advise arranging accommodation as soon as possible as this event is very popular.

Easter in the Country is a great celebration for locals and a terrific Easter holiday alternative for visitors.  For more information please phone the Roma Visitor Information Centre on or visit www.easterinthecountry.com.au

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