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One City. Four days. Countless stories.

The Ballarat Heritage Festival returns this May with four days of unique heritage experiences, including exhibitions, vintage displays, performances, talks and tours celebrating the stories of the past.

Festival Highlights

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…

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.…


What's on: Ballarat Town Hall

21-24 May

Voices of Ballarat – A Heritage Collection

Each year, the Ballarat Heritage Festival invites the community to celebrate the city’s rich and diverse history. For many local groups, however, preserving and sharing these stories is a year-round commitment.

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…


Beyond the Ballarat CBD

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…

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What's On

Discover the full calendar of events and plan your experience from start to finish.

Festival Program

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Entertainment

Enjoy an array of entertainment at the Ballarat Heritage Festival, from workshops to musical performances and more.

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Getting to the festival

Planning your festival weekend? This is your starting point for everything you need to know before hitting the road (or train).

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25 Armstrong Street South, Ballarat Central VIC 3350



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