Australia Day 2009 takes place on Monday 26th January with celebrations all over London to pay tribute to our neighbours in the southern hemisphere that are scattered all across the capital. Get yourself in the mood for some true partying, Aussie style, at these Australia Day London events. Don’t worry if you don’t happen to be Australian – rest assured you’ll be welcomed with open arms and loads of beer.

Great Australian Wine Experience
For an evening of guided trails through nearly a thousand wines on tasting, head to the Great Australian Wine Experience at Emirates Stadium on Wednesday 28th January. Celebrating one of Australia's most popular and well regarded exports, the Wine Experience will give you the opportunity to sample a range of wines for yourself, as well as meet wine celebrities such as TV presented Ollie Smith and Isabelle Legeron. An extremely cultured and civilised way to mark Australia Day, tickets for this event cost £25.00 and can be booked by calling 0871 231 0846.

Emirates Stadium Venue Information

Australia Day at The Porchester
Put a little bit of authenticity in your Australia Day celebrations at The Porchester, a Bayswater pub that's planning a huge party with Australian-themed drinks, and a Nintendo Wii snowboarding competition, all taking place on the 26th itself. The winner of the simulated snowboarding competition will win a £50.00 bar tab prize, and you can book in advance or simply turn up on the day for a chance to shine.

The Porchester Venue Information

Australia Day at Lock 17
On the 26th, Camden institution Lock 17 will be hosting one of the best Australia Day London events so head down for Fosters giveaways, live music and more. For more information follow the link below.

Lock 17 Venue Information

Australia Day Party at The One Tun
For a great Australia Day London event, head to the Australia Day party on Saturday 26th January at The One Tun, a stylish little bozzer on Goodge Street. One Tun are combining Australia Day, Burns Night and Chinese New Year into one bumper package of celebrations for ex pats and those who like a good party. Karaoke will be one of the major highlights, so get your tonsils at the ready for the singing kick off at 8pm.

One Tun Venue Information

Australia Day at Waxy O'Connors
London's biggest Irish pub, Waxy O'Connors is pulling out all the stops for Australia Day. London is set for a big Aussie style party as the pub welcomes drinkers with favourite tipples from down under such as Victoria bitter, Fosters lager and Bundaburg rum. Free entry with open doors, Australian food and plenty of exciting giveaways make this a night not to be missed.

Waxy O' Connors Venue Information

Australia the film
If you fancy a slightly quieter night out this Australia Day, then why not have an outing to your cinema to see the epic film Australia on the big screen. Starring a host of Australian talent both in front and behind the screen and featuring breathtaking landscapes, this is bound to get you feeling all patriotic.

Australia Film Listings

Bars and pubs
Australia Day wouldn’t be complete without a listing of Oz-themed bars and pubs along with those frequented by our favourite Antipodeans. For loads of top Aussie venues in London, check out our list.

Australia Days Pubs and Bars

The 2009 Australia Day London celebrations will take place on and around 26th January.

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