The three-day Port Douglas Carnivale, held during the last weekend in May, is now one of the biggest events on the Queensland calendar, growing rapidly since its inception in 1993. The 2000 Carnivale dates are May 26/27/28. The colorful three-day extravaganza kicks off on Friday evening with a street parade on Macrossan Street. Music and street theatre fills the night air, delicious aromas waft from the food stalls and the evening is capped off by a brilliant fireworks display. The focus of Saturday is on Four Mile Beach with activities such as a sand modelling competition, the waiters' race and an ironman event. Saturday night's food and wine festival is a chance for local restaurateurs to showcase their exotic cuisine and it's acclaimed as a true gastronomic delight. On Sunday, a seafood extravaganza takes place at the Marina with trawlers unloading their fresh delicacies straight from the sea. The Carnivale comes to a close with a big name concert under the stars at the Port Douglas Community Sports Complex. The Port Douglas Carnivale is zany, spirited and fun - in fact, it's a trip!!