One City. Four days. Countless stories.

Ballarat Revealed: Hidden Histories, Shared Together

Step inside the Ballarat Mining Exchange and uncover the stories that have shaped the city, many hidden in…

Ballarat Antique Fair

The 55th Ballarat Antique Fair holds antiques and collectables to delight your senses. There will be 28 quality…

Vintage Car Show

Step into the past as the historic Camp Street precinct comes to life with a stunning display of…

Discover what’s on at Ballarat Town Hall

Ballarat Beard and Stache Competition

Put down the razor and let the face rug grow. That’s the message from the Ballarat Beard and…

Let it Rise – the History of Baking in Ballarat

From ancient Wadawurrung food traditions to the bustling bakery culture of today, this lively and hands on event…

Factory Day 1916

Ballarat Engine and Machinery Preservation Society will host an exhibition of Ballarat manufactured engines and machinery from a…

Heritage Harvest Weekend at Sovereign Hill

Celebrate a feast of local flavour and creativity, showcasing the very best of the region’s producers and makers.…

Horse & Carriage Rides

Experience Ballarat’s heritage precinct from a unique perspective with a relaxed horse and carriage ride. Travelling at a gentle pace, you’ll have…

Coburn Collection – Ballarat Heritage Festival

For more than 30 years, a remarkable legacy lay forgotten in a shed roof, bundled in garbage bags…

Town Hall After Dark Tours

The Ballarat Town Hall is not only one of the most iconic structures in Ballarat’s historical architectural landscape but…

Town Hall Day Tours

Step through the doors of the Ballarat Town Hall & check in with one of the knowledgeable Hall…

Fashion Collection Tour at Sovereign Hill

Unveil the glamour, craftsmanship, and history held deep inside the fashion and textiles collection at Sovereign Hill’s Australian…

Creswick Woollen Mills – The Original Recycler – Ballarat Heritage Weekend

Join the team at Creswick Woollen Mill to celebrate the Ballarat Heritage Weekend 2026. Creswick Woollen Mills –…

Heritage Harvest Weekend at Sovereign Hill

Celebrate a feast of local flavour and creativity, showcasing the very best of the region’s producers and makers.…

Ken Searle’s 1998 Painting of Ballarat

Through a unique research project and partnership with Australian National University, Federation University and the Art Gallery of…

Night at the Museum

Sebastopol Historical Society presents an after dark viewing of the Sebastopol Historical Society Museum. This is an opportunity…