17-26 May 2024
Ballarat’s iconic Victorian architecture will serve as the backdrop for the annual festival that explores the hidden treasures and untold stories of the region’s history and its people.
Festival Highlights
Parrwang Lifts the Sky Victorian Opera
Among the highlights of this year’s Ballarat Heritage Festival is the vibrant performance of Parrwang Lifts the Sky,…
Craft Lab 24
Returning to the Ballarat Mining Exchange over two weekends, Craft Lab 24 marks traditional artisanal skills matched with…
Monuments – Ballarat Heritage Festival
Cap off your Ballarat Heritage Festival evenings by savouring globally renowned outdoor video installation. In ‘Monuments’, by Australian…
Heritage Harvest Weekend at Sovereign Hill
Australian culinary icons Julie Goodwin (inaugural winner of MasterChef), Darren Purchese (host of The Great Australian Bake Off)…
Ballarat Steam Train Rides
Steamrail Victoria invites you to ride historical steam shuttles at Ballarat featuring two heritage steam locomotives as part…
Hop Temple Dog Beard and Stache Comp
Does your Pooch have a solid beard or some fancy clothes? To cap off Ballarat Heritage Weekend and…
Must see events
From night-time heritage walks to interactive exhibits; hands-on workshops, a tweed ride and a vintage car show, the Ballarat Heritage Festival offers exciting events and activities for the whole family.
Festival Program
Calendar of events
Plan your visit to the 2024 Ballarat Heritage Festival by viewing the full calendar of events.
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