Ayers Rock Resort will host the colourful Outback Fest from Friday 2nd May to Monday 5th May 2014. Outback Fest is a celebration of authentic Aussie outback adventure featuring the Uluru Camel Cup Race Day complete with Fashions on the Field, the annual event highlight.

Kicking off this exciting weekend, a special outback style Sounds of Silence dining experience under the stars with a special appearance by an authentic outback whip cracker and live country music, is set to be a standout event. Other activities include the Outback BBQ Bash and Uluru Camel Cup Calcutta featuring boot-scooting and live country music. The weekend will culminate with a true blue Frock Up & Rock Up Outback Ball set under the sparkling outback night sky, complete with a red desert dance floor and live entertainment.

"Outback Fest is an annual event which is part our major events program in 2014. We believe that Outback Fest enhances the already strong guest experience on offer at the spiritual heart of Australia and gives an even better reason for people to plan a trip to Uluru," said Ray Stone, Voyages Executive General Manager Sales Marketing and Distribution.

"The majority of activities offered at Outback Fest are free to all guests or charged at a nominal rate, such as $5 for general admission into the event's main attraction, the Uluru Camel Cup Race Day.  Additional charges are applicable for attendance at the special Sounds of Silence dinner and the Frock Up & Rock Up Outback Ball," added Ray.

Other Festival highlights include the Voyages 'Maiden' Camel Races and a lively interactive market precinct at Ayers Rock Resort's Town Square where regional providores will showcase their produce and traditional bush foods can be sampled.

Three night packages start from $326* per person twin share including buffet breakfast daily. Go to ayersrockresort/events or call 1300 134 044 and quote Outback Fest at time of booking.

Outback Fest is a part of Ayers Rock Resort's major events program in 2014, and will be followed by the Australian Outback Marathon and Astronomy Weekend featured next in July and August respectively.

*Conditions apply. Lead-in price per person twin share based on standard room at Outback Pioneer Hotel. Book by 31 March 2014, travel now until 30 June 2014.

For further details on Outback Fest or Ayers Rock Resort's major events program for 2014, visit ayersrockresort/events

MEDIA CONTACT: 
Karena Noble
karena.noble@voyages.com.au 

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