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Self-guided Walking Tour: Jigs Jollies and Jamborees

Self-guided Walking Tour: Jigs, Jollies and Jamborees

Sturt Street,
Ballarat Central VIC 3350

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  • 16–25 May

Jigs, Jollies and Jamborees is a lively leap through Ballarat's glittering after-dark past. This self-guided heritage walk waltzes past eight sensational stops where the city once sang, danced, dazzled—and occasionally burned down.

Gaze up at the grand Regent Theatre, imagine the ovations at Her Majesty's, and picture the swirling gowns at the Ballarat Mechanics Institute. Stroll by Suttons and hear echoes of music in the breeze, marvel at the ghost of the mighty Alfred Hall, and stand where the fiery finale of the Coliseum unfolded. From ballroom dreams to smoky memories - let your imagination bring Ballarat's nightlife back to life!

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Visitor Information Centres

Ballarat Town Hall
225 Sturt Street
Ballarat VIC 3350

Ballarat Botanical Gardens
401-405 Wendouree Parade
Lake Wendouree VIC 3350

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.