You're invited to an immersive event where California takes centre stage as The Ultimate Playground for adventure and discovery — with complimentary food and drinks included.

A place that welcomes all dreams, and all travellers, from every walk of life.

This is California – calling louder, prouder, and more playful than ever.

As part of Visit California’s high-energy trade training series, Club California is hitting Melbourne with a festival-style celebration of the Golden State’s legendary diversity, vibrant spirit, and endless ways to play.

And our partners can’t wait to showcase all the ways you can experience their incredible destinations.

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🎉 SPOT PRIZES GALORE ON THE NIGHT — INCLUDING BEST DRESSED

Dress Code: Glitter & Colour. It’s your moment to shine! Bold, bright, and fabulous is the vibe.

Get glam with drag-eye makeovers available throughout the evening, perfect for adding that extra sparkle to your look. The Best Dressed guest will walk away with a $500 Visa Gift Card!

🎉 OUR GRAND PRIZE: WIN THE ULTIMATE CALIFORNIA ROAD TRIP*

One lucky guest will win an unforgettable trip to California on the night, valued at approx. AUD 10,000. The Ultimate California Road Trip, brought to you by United Airlines, Marina Del Rey Tourism Board, San Diego Tourism Authority, Visit Santa Cruz County, Visit Yosemite Madera County and Alamo; including:

✈️ United Airlines: 1 x Return economy airfare to California

🚗 Alamo Car Rental: Full-size sedan, 5-day rental

🌴 Marina Del Rey: 2-night stay at Marina del Rey Marriott, Pro SUP Shop rental gift card, $100 dining certificate

🌊 San Diego: 2-nights at the Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa, Admission for 2 to SeaWorld San Diego (All-Day Dine & parking included), 1-day pass for 2 to San Diego Zoo or Safari Park, 2 Ride & Play Passes for Belmont Park, Admission for 2 to the USS Midway Museum

🎡 Santa Cruz: 2-night stay at a full-service Santa Cruz County hotel, 2 tickets to the Roaring Camp Steam Train, $40 in My Boardwalk Cards for Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, $100 restaurant gift card

🌲 Yosemite Madera County: 2-night stay at the brand-new Inelle Hotel, Oakhurst, 2 tickets for the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad, $75 dinner voucher to South Gate Brewing Company, Full-day Yosemite tour for two with Discover Yosemite, Wine tasting at a local winery on the Madera Wine Trail

IMPORTANT: ONLY CALIFORNIA STAR GRADUATES WILL WIN

To be eligible for any of the prizes being drawn on the night, including The Ultimate California Road Trip, we kindly request that you complete your California STAR training before the event. Ensure you bring a printed copy or have a screenshot of your California STAR certificate with you on the night.

WHAT TO EXPECT

🌟 Immersive Masterclass Training!
Hear the latest updates direct from California’s top travel icons, Los Angeles Tourism, Universal Studios Hollywood, Marina Del Rey Tourism Board, Santa Monica Travel & Tourism, Visit Anaheim, Visit Huntington Beach - Surf City USA, San Diego Tourism Authority, Visit Greater Palm Springs, Visit Santa Cruz County, San Francisco Travel, Visit Lake Tahoe, Visit Yosemite Madera County, Alamo and United Airlines.

💃 Drag Hour Takeover
Celebrate joy, identity, and expression with a show-stopping California-style drag performance and mini drag makeovers throughout the evening, to get you glittered up and party-ready.

🛼 Iconic Venue Vibes, California-Style
We’re taking over Melbourne’s legendary Vintage Garage – a retro haven bursting with personality, colour, and character. Think neon signs, vintage delights, and roller bladders cruising through the crowd. It's the perfect backdrop to bring California’s free-spirited energy to life; bold, expressive, and unapologetically fun.

WHY ATTEND?

Because this is more than just training. It’s connection. It’s creativity. It’s community. It’s your backstage pass to discover why California is the most inclusive, joy-filled, and experience-rich destination on Earth.

Get ready to experience California's vibrant spirit like never before!

Please note: This event is exclusively for travel trade professionals across leisure, wholesale, corporate, and entertainment sectors, including product managers. It’s open to all agency networks. Please note tickets are non-transferable and limited to one per person.

*Grand prize is subject to individual supplier terms and conditions, including blackout periods and availability.