Rug up in your winter woollies and escape to Ballarat to experience a myriad of winter-themed events, activities and entertainment to warm hearts, souls and bellies.
Read on to explore our winter calendar of events....

4-27 July
Winter Wonderlights
See Sovereign Hill come alive with stunning light projections, music, hearty treats and a magical winter glow.

1-31 August
Ballarat's Best Pie 2025
Ballarat’s Best Pie is returning for round three this winter.

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.