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01 Jan 25

What’s on in Ballarat this spring

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Spring is a great time to take a quick reset in Ballarat.

Escape the daily grind and fill your days with culture, creativity and craft produce.

Read on to explore our spring calendar of events....

23 August - 19 October

Ballarat International Foto Biennale

Acclaimed British-Ghanaian artist and photographer Campbell Addy is set to headline the 2025 Ballarat International Foto Biennale.

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Coming up

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11th Ballarat International Foto Biennale

Ballarat23 Aug–19 Oct
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Dean Kite Festival

Hepburn7 Sep
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Ghosts of the Goldfields – Hauntings, Hoaxes, and Halloween at the Gold Rush Centre

Ballarat30 Oct
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Bacchus Marsh Strawberry and Cherry Festival

Moorabool15 & 16 Nov

It's showtime!

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Royal South Street Society Ballarat Eisteddfod

Ballarat14 Jun–30 Oct
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The Joe Cocker Express – Mad Dog Vs The Englishman

Ballarat5 Sep
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Michael Jackson – King Of Pop Starring Christian Robinson

Ballarat6 Sep
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The 60 Four: Hit’s of the 60s and 70s (Ballarat)

Ballarat13 Sep
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One Night in Memphis – Presley, Orbison and Cash

Ballarat19 Sep
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The Vallies

Ballarat2 Oct
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Phantom – A Tribute to Michael Crawford

Ballarat12 Oct
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Creedence Clearwater Collective

Ballarat15 Nov
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Dave Hughes – WTF?

Ballarat22 Nov

Wonderful workshops

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Aunty Jacks Brew for a Day

Ballarat31 May, 20 Sep + more
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Introduction to Dry Stone Walling at the Rare Trades Centre

Ballarat22 & 23 Nov
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Roy Hammond Craft Cocktails

Ballarat19 Apr, 26 Apr + more
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Introduction to Wood Turning at the Rare Trades Centre

Ballarat12 Oct
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Introductory Blacksmithing Workshop at Rare Trades Centre

Ballarat18 Oct
Thumbnail for Rigid Heddle Workshop Scarf-making at the Rare Trades Centre

Rigid Heddle Workshop Scarf-making at the Rare Trades Centre

Ballarat3 May & 18 Oct
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Random Weaving Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Ballarat18 Oct
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Makers Series at Sovereign Hill

Ballarat18 Apr, 19 Apr + more
Thumbnail for Underbust Corset Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Underbust Corset Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Ballarat2 May, 3 May + more
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Basics of Screenprinting Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Ballarat4 May, 10 Aug + more
Thumbnail for Locksmithing Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Locksmithing Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Ballarat17 May & 8 Nov
Thumbnail for Introduction to Indigo Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Introduction to Indigo Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Ballarat24 May & 15 Nov
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Beginner Entomology Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Ballarat7 Jun & 8 Nov
Thumbnail for Introduction to White Coopering Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Introduction to White Coopering Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Ballarat7 Jun, 8 Jun + more
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Tapestry Weaving Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Ballarat26 Jul, 27 Jul + more
Thumbnail for Leather Gaiters Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Leather Gaiters Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Ballarat14 Sep
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Relief Carving Masterclass at the Rare Trades Centre

Ballarat18 & 19 Oct
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Netsuke Carving Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Ballarat7–9 Nov
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Quilling Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Ballarat26 Jul & 4 Oct
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Leadlight Window Ornaments Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Ballarat11 Oct
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Embroidery Workshop (Chinese Silk) at the Rare Trades Centre

Ballarat11 & 12 Oct
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Chinese Silk and Gold Embroidery at the Rare Trades Centre

Ballarat12 Oct
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Jimmy Possum Chair Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Ballarat2–5 Oct

Enchanting exhibitions

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Things Near Places Dear by Bren Luke

Ballarat6 Sep, 7 Sep + more

Eat & drink

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Cornerstone Café

BallaratThings to do
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Drive Cafe

BallaratCafes
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Hideaway

BallaratCafes
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Babae At Hotel Vera

BallaratRestaurants
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Meigas

BallaratRestaurants
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Mr Jones

BallaratRestaurants
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Grainery Lane

BallaratPubs & bars
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Itinerant Spirits

BallaratDistilleries
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Renard

BallaratPubs & bars

Attractions

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Sovereign Hill

BallaratAttractions
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Ballarat Wildlife Park

BallaratAttractions
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Kryal Castle

MooraboolAttractions
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Ballarat Botanical Gardens

BallaratAttractions
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Ballarat Tramway Museum

BallaratAttractions
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Art Gallery of Ballarat / Backspace Gallery

BallaratArts & culture
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Ballarat’s Sanctuary Day Spa

BallaratAttractions
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Her Majesty’s Theatre Ballarat

BallaratArts & culture
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Rare Trades Centre

BallaratArts & culture

Stay

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BIG4 Ballarat Windmill Holiday Park

BallaratCaravan parks & camping
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Lake Inn Ballarat

BallaratApartments
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Mercure Ballarat Hotel

BallaratPlaces to stay
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Mooramong Tiny Houses

PyreneesRetreats & lodges
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Quest Ballarat Station

BallaratApartments
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NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

BallaratApartments
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Sovereign Park Motor Inn

BallaratPlaces to stay
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RACV Goldfields Resort

HepburnPlaces to stay

More inspo

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Markets

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What’s on in Ballarat this spring school holidays

Family-friendly
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Introducing new Ballarat distillery Itinerant Spirits

News
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Thrifty Travel: Visit Ballarat on a budget

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Acknowledgement of Country

Across Victoria’s Midwest, we acknowledge that we travel across the ancient landscapes of many First Peoples communities. These lands have been nurtured and cared for over tens of thousands of years and we respect the work of Traditional Custodians for their ongoing care and protection.

We recognise the past injustices against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in this country. As our knowledge grows, we hope that we can learn from their resilience and creativity that has guided them for over 60,000 years. As we invite people to visit and explore Victoria’s Midwest, we ask that alongside us, you also grow to respect the stories, living culture and connection to Country of the Ancestors and Elders of our First Peoples.

©️ 2025 Visit Ballarat. This initiative is funded by the City of Ballarat and Tourism Midwest Victoria.

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