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Ballarat Heritage Festival

Storylines III – Ballarat Heritage Festival

Exhibition and Shows

25 May 2024 to 19 Jul 2024

Distance from: 10.7 kms | Price from: Free

Storylines III Visual Arts Exhibition offers second-year students of Federation University's Bachelor of Visual Arts the opportunity to showcase their...

A painted pastel rainbow on a green and blue background

Ballarat Queer Stories Art Show

Exhibition and Shows

25 May 2024 to 15 Jun 2024

Distance from: 10.1 kms | Price from: Not Available

Introducing Ballarat Queer Stories, a captivating art exhibition serving as a platform for those yearning to express themselves. Every stroke...

CREEDENCE CLEARWATER COLLECTIVE 2024

Creedence Clearwater Collective – Wendouree

Concert or Performance

8 Sep 2024

Distance from: 12.3 kms | Price from: $49.00

Enjoy a night of Creedence Clearwater Revival and John Fogerty, and celebrate the music of one of the world’s most...

Forever 80s

Forever 80s – Best of the 80s Tour

Concert or Performance

15 Jun 2024

Distance from: 12.3 kms | Price from: $48.00

Direct from sell out Australian shows, Australia’s number one '80s touring show, Forever 80s is bringing their Best of the...

Western Bulldogs players celebrating.

AFL Round 24 Western Bulldogs v GWS

Sporting Events

25 Aug 2024

Distance from: 10.6 kms | Price from: $25.00

The Western Bulldogs return to Ballarat, playing host to GWS. The Dogs will head into this weekend’s match looking to...

Tiger carrying food

Breakfast with the Tigers

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

25 May 2024 to 30 Jun 2024

Distance from: 8.3 kms | Price from: Not Available

Join the keepers at Ballarat Wildlife Park for a keeper talk at the tiger sanctuary.Their tigers Kai and Akasha will...

Winter Truffle Hunt

Winter Truffle Hunt Experiences

Food and Wine

15 Jun 2024 to 8 Sep 2024

Distance from: 6.3 kms | Price from: $110.00

Join the team at Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes for our Winter Truffle Hunt Experiences!With two times available each...

tea set

BMI 165th Birthday Devonshire Tea Party – Ballarat Heritage Festival

Festivals and Celebrations

26 May 2024

Distance from: 10.4 kms | Price from: $15.00

As the Institute is 165 years old this year, they will take the opportunity to celebrate during the festival, by including a...

Roy Hammond

Roy Hammond Heritage Cocktail Week

Food and Wine

25 May 2024 to 26 May 2024

Distance from: 10.5 kms | Price from: $0.00

Experience the history of cocktails during Heritage Festival at Roy Hammond!Australia has a long history with alcohol, from 13.6L of...

Wadawurrung Dreamtime 1

A Wadawurrung Dja, Mount Buninyong and Mount Elephant Dreamtime Story – Shipping Container

Festivals and Celebrations

25 May 2024 to 26 May 2024

Distance from: 10.8 kms | Price from: Not Available

Step into local Wadawurrung Artist, Jenna Olaker’s creative immersive display of the Wadawurrung dreamtime legend story of Bonan Youang (Mount...

The TAP Pack

The Tap Pack

Concert or Performance

30 Aug 2024

Distance from: 12.3 kms | Price from: $79.90

Following sold-out shows and rave reviews on London’s West End, at Sydney Opera House and around the world, Australia’s hottest...

One Night in Memphis - Presley - Orbison - Cash

One Night in Memphis – Presley – Orbison – Cash

Concert or Performance

13 Jun 2024

Distance from: 12.3 kms | Price from: $45.00

“One Night in Memphis” is the show that finally brings together three of the world’s greatest and most popular performers...

Creswick Brass Band

Music from Creswick Brass Band

Festivals and Celebrations

25 May 2024 to 26 May 2024

Distance from: 11.2 kms | Price from: Free

The Happy Band from the Central Highlands is bringing the old tune beats to Ballarat's CBD during Ballarat Heritage Festival.The...

Drawing in silverpoint

Drawing in Silverpoint Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

21 Sep 2024

Distance from: 10.7 kms | Price from: $185.00

Join fine artist Lisa Nolan for a beginner friendly workshop on drawing in silverpoint.Silverpoint is a traditional form of durable...

heritage photo of the coliseum in ballarat

Exhibition: Not the Last Picture Show – Ballarat Heritage Festival

Festivals and Celebrations

25 May 2024 to 26 May 2024

Distance from: 10.4 kms | Price from: Free

Just a year after the Lumière brothers invented the cinematograph in 1895, the first screenings of this new technology of...

Kate Miller-Heidke

Kate Miller-Heidke with Georgia Mooney

Concert or Performance

31 Aug 2024

Distance from: 12.3 kms | Price from: $79.90

Kate Miller-Heidke is an award-winning singer-songwriter who traverses the worlds of folk, pop, opera and musical theatre.  She has performed...

Hotel Vera

Heritage Harvest Lunch at Babae Restaurant

Food and Wine

26 May 2024

Distance from: 11.1 kms | Price from: $110.00

“Things my Grandmother taught me.”Culinary Director Tim Foster and Head Chef Hunter Tacuyan will curate a five course, long table...

portrait of author

In conversation with Paula Gleeson

Community Event

4 Jun 2024

Distance from: 10.4 kms | Price from: $10.00

Original Twin by Paula GleesonTwo sisters May and June couldn’t be more different. May is quiet, self-conscious withdrawn; June is...

Street view of Mondegreen Cafe building

Heritage Weekend at Mondegreen Cafe

Food and Wine

25 May 2024 to 26 May 2024

Distance from: 11.0 kms | Price from: Not Available

Share in their heritage at Mondegreen Cafe. With a stunning lakeside setting and rich in Ballarat history, their 1850s building...

Acrylic on canvas

Unsolved Histories Exhibition by Deborah Klein – Ballarat Heritage Festival

Exhibition and Shows

25 May 2024 to 26 May 2024

Distance from: 10.0 kms | Price from: Free

Deborah Klein’s iconic ‘rear view portraits’ allude to the countless women who have fallen through the cracks of history. Her...

Alan Penhall’s “Faithful Annie”, Avro Anson on display at Ballarat Aerodrome. The Anson was develope

Avro Anson Museum – Ballarat Heritage Week

Exhibition and Shows

25 May 2024 to 26 May 2024

Distance from: 14.4 kms | Price from: Not Available

Over 40 years of collecting, has enabled Alan Penhall to piece together an almost complete 1939’s Avro Anson Mk1 aircraft....

THE ANIMALS (UK) FAREWELL TOUR

The Animals (UK) The Farewell Tour – The Final Encore

Concert or Performance

6 Jul 2024

Distance from: 12.3 kms | Price from: $79.90

The Animals announce their 60th Anniversary “The Farewell Tour: Greatest Hits” – The band’s Final Tour of AustraliaThe Animals were...

A young woman, man and woman stand behind their market table, displaying hot chocolate to purchase

Spooky Spring Market

Markets

20 Sep 2024

Distance from: 9.7 kms | Price from: Free

Love Spring markets? Love Halloween? Why not enjoy both!This Spooky Spring market has everything - local stallholders, live music and...

Needle felted owl

Introduction to Needle Felting at the Rare Trades Centre

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

12 Oct 2024

Distance from: 10.7 kms | Price from: $245.00

Learn the art of needle felting with Ingrid van der Molen. Wool felt may be the oldest textile in the...

Piano Bar Ballarat

Piano by Request

Concert or Performance

31 May 2024 to 26 Jul 2024

Distance from: 10.4 kms | Price from: $10.00

Welcome to Piano Bar Ballarat! Join in for an evening of Piano Bar entertainment presented by our exceptional piano and...

Photo of goldrush era mine with buildings and workers

Lost Sebastopol – The Exhibition

Community Event

25 May 2024 to 26 May 2024

Distance from: 13.8 kms | Price from: Free

A retrospective exhibition of lost Sebastopol for the Ballarat Heritage Festival. Showcasing over 50 sites and hosted by the Sebastopol...

The Joe Cocker Experience

The Joe Cocker Experience

Concert or Performance

8 Jun 2024

Distance from: 12.3 kms | Price from: $49.00

Leave your hats on and dress for a great night of Feelin’ Alright! Step into the world of music legend...

image of heritage room

Exhbition Not the Last Picture Show: From the Archives – Ballarat Heritage Festival

Festivals and Celebrations

25 May 2024 to 26 May 2024

Distance from: 10.4 kms | Price from: $0.00

This Heritage Reading Room (the original Mining Exchange in Ballarat) houses a fascinating and authentic representation of a Mechanics’ Institute library from...

The Grandparents Club - A Comedy Musical by Wendy Harmer

The Grandparents Club – A Comedy Musical by Wendy Harmer

Concert or Performance

28 Jul 2024

Distance from: 12.3 kms | Price from: $69.50

Finally a show that celebrates Grandparenthood! 90 minutes of pure joy that is hilariously funny and touchingly authentic.Written by comedy...

The childrens character Grug

GRUG : Presented by Windmill Theatre Company

Concert or Performance

19 Jul 2024

Distance from: 10.5 kms | Price from: $20.00

Once the top of a Burrawang tree fell to the ground. Then the grassy top began to change. It became...

Blue wren needle felting

Blue Wren Needle Felting Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

8 Jun 2024

Distance from: 10.7 kms | Price from: $245.00

Learn to needle felt a Blue Wren sitting on a bobbin with Ingrid van der Molen.This workshop explores the innovative...

One man band

Music from “Uptown” Brown – One Man Band Extroadinaire

Festivals and Celebrations

25 May 2024 to 26 May 2024

Distance from: 11.2 kms | Price from: Free

Favouring a repertoire drawn largely from the 1920-50’s Uptown Brown will delight the crowds while roving the streets of Ballarat,...

Jibber Jabber Jamboree

Ross Noble, Jibber Jabber Jamboree – Ballarat

Concert or Performance

9 Aug 2024

Distance from: 10.5 kms | Price from: $49.90

Jibber Jabber Jamboree marks Ross Noble’s 21st solo stand-up tour.To celebrate this milestone, he invites you to join him for...

Australian Calisthenics Competition

Royal South Street Society Ballarat Eisteddfod

Concert or Performance

1 Jun 2024 to 31 Oct 2024

Distance from: 10.9 kms | Price from: Not Available

Step into the heart of the Royal South Street Society Ballarat Eisteddfod, Australia's longest running, premier performing arts eisteddfod, and...

Pool Conversation

Aqua Magnesium Wellness Experience

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

9 Jun 2024 to 15 Dec 2024

Distance from: 24.1 kms | Price from: $95.00

This gentle small group, two-hour experience is designed to get the body moving at a slow and steady pace. The...

Celtic Illusion

Celtic Illusion

Concert or Performance

3 Aug 2024

Distance from: 12.3 kms | Price from: $80.00

Celtic Illusion, the Irish dance and Grand Illusion sensation that has taken Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Canada and the...

The World of Musicals

The World of Musicals

Concert or Performance

10 Jun 2024

Distance from: 12.3 kms | Price from: $59.90

Following a sell out 2022 Australia tour - The World of Musicals in Concert Returns to Australia in 2024 featuring...

Grainery Lane

G&Tea Heritage Style at Grainery Lane

Food and Wine

25 May 2024 to 26 May 2024

Distance from: 10.5 kms | Price from: $0.00

Enjoy free flowing Grainey gin cocktails perfectly paired with a selection of delectable bites during Heritage week.G&Tea session will run...

AN AFTERNOON AT THE PROMS - A MUSIC SPECTACULAR

An Afternoon At The Proms – A Musical Spectacular

Concert or Performance

5 Oct 2024

Distance from: 12.3 kms | Price from: $85.00

The Grand Musical Extravaganza is returning with a brand new program, hosted once again by Australia’s loveable violin maestro Ian...

Chopsticks

Chopstick Making Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

29 Jun 2024

Distance from: 10.7 kms | Price from: $250.00

Make your own set of uniquely hand-crafted chopsticks with woodworker Vipun Chanchlani.From the woodworking studio to the dining table, this...

The Music of Diana Ross and the Supremes

The Music of Diana Ross and The Supremes

Concert or Performance

24 Aug 2024

Distance from: 12.3 kms | Price from: $45.00

In the dazzling world of music, Diana Ross stands as an icon, a true trailblazer whose voice and charisma have...

trivia

Hop Temple Trivia

Food and Wine

29 May 2024 to 31 Jul 2024

Distance from: 10.5 kms | Price from: Not Available

Join the team at Hop Temple every Wednesday night for Ballarat's most entertaining trivia event!At their trivia night, they're all...

Info Hub @the Art Gallery

Heritage Festival Information Hub

Community Event

25 May 2024 to 26 May 2024

Distance from: 10.4 kms | Price from: Not Available

Stop by the Heritage Festival Information hub for personalised assistance from their Visitor Information staff in crafting your festival itinerary....

Old Time Phone

Recalling the Past

Exhibition and Shows

25 May 2024 to 26 May 2024

Distance from: 10.6 kms | Price from: Not Available

Dial up the past in this interactive phone and photo display.Find out about historical buildings and real characters of Ballarat's...

Santa sits on a couch next to a young girl for a special Santa photo

Christmas Market

Markets

13 Dec 2024

Distance from: 9.7 kms | Price from: Free

Whether you're a big kid or a little kid, this Christmas Market will have you feeling all the magic, joy...

Dog Beard Photo

Hop Temple Dog Beard and Stache Comp

Exhibition and Shows

26 May 2024

Distance from: 10.5 kms | Price from: Free

Does your Pooch have a solid beard or some fancy clothes? To cap off Ballarat Heritage Weekend and the annual...

Leaving Jackson - The Johnny Cash and June Carter Show

Leaving Jackson – The Johnny Cash and June Carter Show

Concert or Performance

29 Jun 2024

Distance from: 12.3 kms | Price from: $59.00

Experience Leaving Jackson in 2024.After performing sold out shows throughout Australia and New Zealand, Leaving Jackson The Johnny Cash and...

Burn the Floor - Dare to Dream

Burn the Floor – Dare to Dream

Concert or Performance

3 Sep 2024

Distance from: 12.3 kms | Price from: $59.90

In 2023 Human Nature’s co-founder Phil Burton took to the dance floor in ‘Dancing with the Stars’ and took home...

Handmade string

Plant Walk and String Making Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

16 Nov 2024

Distance from: 10.7 kms | Price from: $145.00

Collect and prepare plant fibre for weaving with Jodie Goldring.In this half-day workshop, Jodie will provide you with a wealth...

An image of the Mrs Muller Umbrella and Parasol store from the 1800

Meet Mrs Muller – Umbrella and Parasol Maker for Ballarat’s Golden Era

Festivals and Celebrations

25 May 2024 to 26 May 2024

Distance from: 10.4 kms | Price from: Free

Step into a time capsule of craftsmanship and nostalgia as you encounter "Mrs Muller, Umbrella and Parasol Maker" an immersive...

Rigid Heddle weaving

Introduction to Rigid Heddle Weaving (Scarf Making) at the Rare Trades Centre

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

9 Nov 2024

Distance from: 10.7 kms | Price from: $270.00

Learn to weave a scarf with spinner and weaver, Dawn Lim.In this full-day workshop, you will be introduced to the...

An photograph of the Ballarat Town Hall as it currently stands, presented as an aged image.

A City in Time

Exhibition and Shows

25 May 2024 to 26 May 2024

Distance from: 10.8 kms | Price from: Free

"A City in Time" - an exhibition inspired by the Heritage Festival in Ballarat, showcasing the city's architecture through a...

Workshop Tour

Bootmaking Workshop Tours

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

26 May 2024

Distance from: 13.6 kms | Price from: Free

As part of the Ballarat Heritage Festival, Wootten will open its doors on the two Sundays during the festival for...

People at a Spoken Word event

Ballarat Spoken Word

Concert or Performance

1 Jun 2024 to 6 Jul 2024

Distance from: 10.1 kms | Price from: Free

Calling all poets and word connoisseurs! Experience an enchanting evening of literary and musical marvels on the Ballarat Spoken Word...

Red Lion 1850

Heritage Menu at The Red Lion

Food and Wine

25 May 2024 to 26 May 2024

Distance from: 9.9 kms | Price from: Free

The Red Lion Hotel is steeped in history. Built in the 1850s at the beginning of the gold-rush. In support...

Make your own paint brushes

Brush Making Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

29 Jun 2024

Distance from: 10.7 kms | Price from: $150.00

Learn to make your own brushes with renowned local ceramic artist Pete Pilven.In this half-day workshop, you will learn to...

Leather pouch with brushes

Leather Pouch Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

28 Jul 2024

Distance from: 10.7 kms | Price from: $235.00

Learn to make a buckled leather pouch with leathercrafter Alexander Stone.Learn to use patterns, choose the right leather, work with...

Little Brass Band

Music from The Little Brass Band

Festivals and Celebrations

26 May 2024

Distance from: 11.2 kms | Price from: Free

Be entertained by the magic this Ballarat Heritage Festival, as The Little Brass Band bring your music favourites to life,...

Stone setting on rings

Silversmithing Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

7 Dec 2024 to 8 Dec 2024

Distance from: 10.7 kms | Price from: $625.00

Learn to bezel set a stone in precious metal with silver smith Rachel Grose.In this two-day workshop, you will learn...

THE 60 FOUR: IN CONCERT 2024 - HITS OF THE 60S AND 70S

The 60 Four: In Concert – Hits of the 60s and 70s

Concert or Performance

4 Oct 2024

Distance from: 12.3 kms | Price from: $69.99

Heralded as “Australia’s best tribute act”, The 60 Four present the biggest hits of the '60s and '70s in an...

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