Events for February 2011
February isn’t just a time to fire off Valentine’s Day cards to those whom you admire. It’s also a great time to be in Newquay. Fantastic events coming up range from a Chinese New Year celebration to the the puppet show for adults, Avenue Q - something that’s guaranteed to tickle your funny bone.
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- Chinese New Year at Newquay Zoo
- Suckers Weekend at Blue Reef Aquarium
- Rainforest Time Quest at the Eden Project
- Avenue Q at Hall for Cornwall
Chinese New Year at Newquay Zoo - February 4, 2011
Ring in the Chinese New Year at Newquay Zoo. This is a great opportunity to learn about Chinese culture and their new year. For instance, did you know that the Chinese New Year is based off the lunar cycle as opposed to the Gregorian calendar? You can expect to learn about factoids like this and more at Newquay Zoo. A Chinese buffet will be offered and is included in the ticket price. Tickets cost £12.95 for adults and £9.95 for children. If you wish to book in advance call: 0844 474 2244.
Suckers Weekend at Blue Reef Aquarium - February 19 – 27, 2011
Is it octopus, octopuses, or octopi? Don’t despair if you don’t know the proper plural, there is much more to learn about octopuses at the Blue Reef Aquarium during the half-term, school holiday week. Suckers Weekend will give you a chance to be in close proximity to octopuses and other members of the cephalopod class. The exhibit features the giant Pacific octopus as well as nautiluses. These prolific members of the deep sea have suction cupped tentacles that will leave you amazed. This is the perfect opportunity to learn about octopuses and experience life forms that are seldom seen.
Rainforest Time Quest at the Eden Project - February 19 – 27, 2011
When it comes to experiencing a rainforest, you needn’t travel to the Amazon. During half-term week, the Eden Project is hosting Rainforest Time Quest. The more you venture forth into the rainforest, the more you’ll discover about virtual time travel. Your journey through time and the jungle gives you the opportunity to be greeted by dinosaurs, meet explorers and learn about rainforest flora (and its preservation). Rainforest Time Quest is included with the admission price, so come to the Eden Project’s biome for a rainforest adventure!
Avenue Q at Hall for Cornwall in Truro - February 22 – 26, 2011
The smash hit, Avenue Q is on in February in Truro. The Hall for Cornwall is set for multiple performances between February 22 and February 26. Avenue Q is a puppet-filled, coming-of-age parable that has won many prestigious awards. This entertaining show is bound to have you laughing in the aisles. Tickets cost between £10 and £30 and Hall for Cornwall is located in Truro (14 miles south of Newquay).
- Anthony Fröhlich
