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12th Ballarat International Foto Biennale
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The Ballarat International Foto Biennale is an internationally significant festival of photography and lens-based art. Every two years, it transforms Ballarat…
2026 Ballarat Marathon Carb Party
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Get ready to power up before the race and replenish afterwards with the ultimate runner's Carb Party. Check out the Ballarat Marathon website to find all the…
3D Wooden Animal Carving
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Spend a day carving in the round with woodworker, Olivia O'Connor. This a day-long class where you will hand carve your own three-dimensional wooden animal,…
Advanced Sewing Workshop
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Take your sewing skills to the next level with artisan Andrea Streefkerk. Over two days you will expand your knowledge of adjusting a pattern to fit as well as…
ALWAYS LIVE Victorian Vibes: Ballarat
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ALWAYS LIVE returns this autumn with the launch of Victorian Vibes – a major new series of free, pop-up live music performances set to surprise and delight…
Ankle Boots Workshop
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Learn to make a pair of custom ankle boots with Luna Newby. In this four-day workshop, you will make a pair of ankle boots for yourself. You can choose to make…
Armoursmithing Workshop
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Bring out your inner medieval warrior with this two-day armour smithing experience with armourer, Rob Hayes. Medieval armour reached its height during the 15th…
AURA Sound and Light Show at Sovereign Hill
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From a place you know comes a story you don’t — AURA immerses you in the story of gold in a 90 minute high impact, graphic presentation which explores the…
Auslan Day at Sovereign Hill
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Immerse yourself in Sovereign Hill's iconic experiences, interpreted in Auslan throughout the day. Uncover the secrets of the famous Raspberry Drops, try your…
Australian Centre for Gold Rush Collections
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Sovereign Hill's Australian Centre for Gold Rush Collections (Gold Rush Collections Centre for short) isn't your usual museum experience. This is a place for…
Auto Fest Ballarat
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A fun day for the entire family. Cars, motorcycles, show and shine, trade and market stalls, Elite Hall Motorcycles, raffles and prizes, food trucks and more.…
Ballarat Biodiversity Week
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Ballarat Biodiversity Week is a celebration of the landscapes, wildlife, waterways and people that make Ballarat one of Victoria's most liveable regional…
Ballarat Heritage Festival
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Ballarat's iconic Victorian architecture serves as the backdrop for the return of the award-winning Ballarat Heritage Festival. The awe-inspiring four-day…
Ballarat Leagues Club
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Ballarat Leagues Club offers food, beverages and entertainment, including live music and a Sports Bar TAB. The Ballarat Leagues Club is a community club which…
Ballarat Organs and Fine Music Festival
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Ballarat Organs and Fine Music is an annual festival of classical music, heritage and community in the Ballarat Goldfields region, celebrating historic organs,…
Ballarat Winter Festival
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The popular Ballarat Winter Festival is set to return for another exciting three-week season offering a delightful array of winter-themed activities and…
Ballarat Winter Festival - Ballarat's Hot Choc Showdown
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Back by popular demand. Warm up this winter with Ballarat's second annual Hot Choc Showdown, returning as part of the Ballarat Winter Festival. This…
Basic Armouring Workshop
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Bring out your inner medieval warrior with this full-day armour smithing experience with armourer, Rob Hayes. Medieval armour reached its height during the…
Basics of Screen Printing
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Learn the basics of screen printing with designer, Nicola Cerini. In this full-day workshop, Nicola will teach the basics of screen printing on fabric and give…
Beechworth Bakery Ballarat
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In the heart of historic Ballarat, Beechworth Bakery is a warm and welcoming place to pause while you explore the city. The fast, friendly team will have you…
Beginner Entomology Workshop
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Jason Penfold will introduce you to the world of butterfly and moth preservation in this full-day Beginner Entomology workshop. This class is designed to give…
Beginner Leather Workshop
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A comprehensive beginner leather workshop exploring the use of patterns, leather selection, the use of basic hand tools, and techniques of the saddle stitch.…
Beginner Sewing Workshop
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Fight fast-fashion and learn to sew your own clothes. This one-day class is the perfect introduction to sewing. Students will be introduced to sewing and…
Blacksmithing Tools Workshop
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Join blacksmith and founder of Eveleigh Works, Matt Mewburn in this two-day workshop that will take you to the foundation of blacksmithing: making your own…
Boxed Frame Lamp Workshop
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Learn to create a piece of art out of glass and copper foil with leadlighter Daniella Acciarito. In this two-day workshop, you will create a boxed frame lamp.…
Cane Rod Construction Workshop
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Join cane rod makers David Anderson and Ken Bradbrook from Riverstoned Cane Rods for this three-day intensive cane rod construction workshop. In this workshop,…
Carboni's Italian Kitchen
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At Carboni’s Italian Kitchen you’ll experience authentic Italian food. Enjoy a selection of artisan wood fired pizzas, antipasti, pasta dishes, seafood and…
Chase the Lines Wood Carving Workshop
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Spend the week with artisan Hape Kiddle, exploring how to identify and capture forms found in space through carving fine woods. You will learn traditional…
Chinese Collections Tour at Sovereign Hill
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Go behind the scenes with Sovereign Hill's expert guides and explore their vaults of hidden treasures. On this tour, you will be introduced to Loong the oldest…
Cloth Covered Solander-style Box Workshop
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Learn to make a solander style box with bookbinder and conservator Debra Parry. In this half-day workshop, you will make a box from card and book cloth or…
Colonial Tomahawk Workshop
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Learn to make a Tomahawk with Rob Hayes. One of the most iconic items of the North American colonial era is the Tomahawk. Produced across Europe and in the…
Cooking Spoon Carving Workshop
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Want to discover the fascinating craft of spoon carving? Join Eli Beke of Wedge and Edge Woodcraft and learn the basics of sharpening tools, carving with an…
Copper Serving Utensil Workshop
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Join blacksmith and founder of Eveleigh Works, Matt Mewburn, and learn to make a beautiful serving spoon from copper and steel that will last for generations.…
Creative Connections
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Creative Connections is an exhibition showcasing the diverse talents of members of Crafts Council Ballarat. Held in the beautiful Conservatory at the Ballarat…
Cyanotype Photography Workshop
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Explore and learn about a reproduction method from the very beginning of photography - cyanotype. Working with artisan Leon Moreau you will learn about the…
Democratic Chairmaking Workshop
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Begin your journey into the world of chairmaking with Windsor Chairmaker, Jon Grant from Tasmania. In this 5-day intensive you will make the elegant Democratic…
Don's Kitchen - Midlands Golf Club
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Don's Kitchen is an exciting bistro at the Midlands Golf Club, offering an array of delicious dishes of Chinese, Malaysian and the Aussie classics for both…
Fashion Collection Tour at Sovereign Hill
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Unveil the glamour, craftsmanship, and history held deep inside the fashion and textiles collection at Sovereign Hill's Australian Centre for Gold Rush…
Fringe Encore: Ballarat
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Every great show deserves an encore. A week after the 2026 Festival wraps, Fringe Encore: Ballarat brings the adventurous spirit of Melbourne Fringe to…
Goldfields
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The discovery of gold in central Victoria over 150 years ago has left a rich and lasting legacy in almost every town in the Goldfields. Tour the impressive…
Hand Tool Woodworking Workshop
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In this full day workshop you will learn the fundamentals of woodworking using traditional hand tools and nineteenth century joinery techniques. This is the…
Hand-forming Tableware Workshop
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Learn the basics of hand-forming tableware utilising household objects with ceramic artist Minna Graham. In this half-day workshop, you will learn to use your…

Attraction in Ballarat

Ballarat Wildlife Park
Attraction, Ballarat
Winner of Victoria's Best Attraction at the 2023 Victorian Tourism Awards and silver in Major Attractions 2024. Ballarat Wildlife Park is set amongst the…
Her Majesty's Theatre Ballarat
Attraction, Ballarat
Opened in 1875, Her Majesty's Theatre is the beating cultural heart of Ballarat, holding the title of Australia's oldest continuously operating live theatre…
Sovereign Hill
Attraction, Ballarat
Sovereign Hill is a living museum presenting the story of Ballarat as a gold rush boomtown. Gold was discovered here in 1851, triggering the greatest alluvial…

Accommodation in Ballarat

Miner's Retreat Motel
Accommodation, Ballarat
Located approximately one kilometre off the Western Highway in the historic precinct of The Eureka Rebellion, the Miner's Retreat Motel offers quiet, peaceful…
Quest Ballarat
Accommodation, Ballarat
Quest Ballarat offers the best in town, all on your doorstep. Access the CBD's major shopping and dining precinct in just two minutes' walk. There's also the…

Information Services in Ballarat

Ballarat Visitor Information Centre and Acknowledgement of Country Mural
Information Services, Ballarat
Located in the heart of the city, the Ballarat Visitor Information Centre warmly welcomes visitors to the region. It offers a personalised service sharing the…

Grants for Ballarat operators

233 open now across state and national programs that apply in Victoria.

All VIC grants

Australian Government Festivals Australia
Supports high-quality arts projects that invite audiences to experience and engage with the arts at festivals across Australia.
GenAI Deep Search, Federal
Funding
Amount varies
Status
Open now
Regional Connectivity Program
Funds projects that deliver improved digital connectivity in regional, rural, and remote areas.
GenAI Deep Search, Federal
Funding
Amount varies
Status
Open now
Tourism Victoria (Visit Victoria) - Tourism and Events Program
To support events that drive visitation to Victoria, enhance the state's reputation as a premier tourism destination, and generate economic benefits for local communities.
Visit Victoria, State
Funding
$5,000 to $500,000
Status
Open now
Visit Victoria - Various Grants
Stimulate tourism growth, enhance visitor experiences, and promote Victoria as a tourist destination.
Visit Victoria, State
Funding
$5,000 to $500,000
Status
Open now

Ballarat, answered

What is there to do in Ballarat?

other, attraction, accommodation and information services. 12th Ballarat International Foto Biennale, Ballarat Visitor Information Centre and Acknowledgement of Country Mural, Ballarat Wildlife Park and Miner's Retreat Motel are among the listings on the Australian Tourism Data Warehouse for Ballarat.

Where is Ballarat?

Ballarat is in the Goldfields tourism region of Victoria, Australia. Nearby places in the same region include Derby, Bendigo, Landsborough, Castlemaine, Avoca and 194 more.

Are there tourism grants for Ballarat operators?

Yes. 233 grants are open now for tourism businesses in Victoria, including Ballarat. The full list is on the Victoria grants page, and the application detail is in Launchpad.