Ballarat has an amazing food and drink scene which is continually developing, with new festivals and special events being added to our cultural calendar every year. Whether you’re looking for a degustation dinner, a major festival or a wine tasting, you can find them all on Ballarat Buzz. All event listings are free for organisers.
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June 2019
Refugee Week: Soup and Sandwich Luncheon
Soup and sandwiches will be served at Nazareth House Hall (218 Mill St, Lake Wendouree) at 12.30pm on Wednesday 19th June with all proceeds assisting local, vulnerable people. Everyone is welcome to attend. Presentations by “Women of Ballarat” Featuring: - Anna Krohn – Women of the Past - Ann Foley – Women of Today - Deruka Dekuek – Women of the Future Launch of major fundraising competition. 1st Prize: 2 nights accommodation for 2 people at Grand Pacific Hotel, Lorne.…
Find out more »Brown Hill Market
Stalls include: both organic & non-organic fruit & vegetables, bread & cakes, meat, cheese, dry goods (spices, grains & pulses), vegetarian baked goods, jam, mushrooms, wine, honey, healthy snack bars, hot food (Indian, sausage sizzle, pasties, dumplings, vegetarian sausage rolls, potato twirls, panzerotti and much more!). Some of the other options from our stallholders include steam-punk jewellery, ugg boots, new clothing, dog portraits, vegetarian dog treats, vegetable and flower seedlings, bulbs, native plants, fresh ground locally blended coffee, tea blends,…
Find out more »Swap-It (Creswick Produce Swap)
Homemade & Homegrown Food, Produce, Seeds & Skills to Swap & Share. No money changes hands. Bring your figs and take home some jam, swap your worm juice for a pumpkin, an hour of mowing for some sewing…. Norm's world famous wood fired pizza will be on offer & tea/ coffee by donation. A great social morning. All welcome at rear Creswick Neighbourhood Centre – co-hosted with Creswick Community Garden. If you don't have something to swap, just bring an…
Find out more »Refugee Week: Nepalese Banquet
Celebrate Refugee Week 2019 Join us for a Nepalese feast prepared by local Nepalese couple, Susan and Raj. They will prepare a three course meal for your enjoyment while sharing their story of coming to Australia as refugees. This event is proudly supported by the Ballarat Regional Multicultural Council (BRMC), Ballarat Refugee and Asylum Seeker Support Network (BRASSN) and Ballarat Neighbourhood Centre (BNC). Cost: $40 Adult / $30 Child Buy Tickets: www.trybooking.com/BDGMP
Find out more »Victorian Sheep Show
Fibre, Food, Fashion & Farm Festival with 2019 relaunching the Victorian Sheep Show (Poll Dorset as Feature Breed) in its brand new home alongside the Ballarat Alpaca Show. An extravaganza showcasing all sheep breeds, fibre, food and fashion, alpacas, working sheepdogs, machinery.
Find out more »Community Lunch
COMMUNITY LUNCHES - ALL ARE WELCOME! 2nd & 4th Friday of each month 12 noon - 1pm 2 Course menu - Costing $9 Bookings and payment are essential - PH 5329 3273
Find out more »Taste of Truffles
Join us throughout June, July and August for ‘A Taste of Truffles’ - an invitation to find out more about this earthy, aromatic delicacy. Talk to the truffle growers, see their truffle dogs in action, harvest truffles and sample a range of truffle infused treats with tips on how to get the best from your truffle. The day starts at 10am sharp and the ticket includes all the day’s activities and tastings of 6 different dishes and a glass of…
Find out more »July 2019
Bridge Mall Farmers Market
Buy direct from the farmers, bakers, growers and makers. Sample fabulous food and wine, enjoy a coffee and a tasty bite to eat while listening to local artists playing live in the Mall. Free Animal Farm, and enjoy the Face painting, Jumping Castle or the Playground throughout the day. The market offers a fun and vibrant community hub with stacks of activities, local music, community events and bagfuls of information. Speaking of which, please bring your own bags because we like to minimise our…
Find out more »Daylesford Farmers Market
The farmer's market offers fair exchange for the time and energy put in by farmers and producers to grow and make top quality foods, which will feed and nourish their customers. There is an opportunity to talk with producers and learn more about the various products, nutrients and uses, etc on offer. The Daylesford Farmers Market offers true value to consumers and the farmers who produce and grow the food.
Find out more »Ballan Farmers Market
We are a community based and volunteer run, not-for-profit market donating our proceeds back to local charities and organisations. Ballan Farmers Market is held on the second Saturday of the month from 9.00am to 1.00pm. The Ballan Farmers Market commenced in November 2011 in its unique location - The Mill Cottage, 96 Inglis Street Ballan. With 25 or more stallholders placed throughout the beautiful surrounds our market attracts hundreds of people each month. The Mill Cottage is a beautiful old world…
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Creswick Farmers Market
Located in the picturesque and historic township of Creswick, just 20 minutes to either Ballarat or Daylesford. The Creswick Market is open 9am till 1pm, on the third Saturday of every month. The market is a great day out for the whole family – Bring the kids and your four-footed friends – you’re all welcome. Free live music and over 90 specialist boutique sites, offering a variety of unique locally made goods ranging from arts and crafts to freshly made…
Find out more »Ballarat Community Garden Working Bee
Members and friends of the garden we need you! Come and help keep the garden in shape at our friendly bee and share a cuppa and some morning tea! Look forward to seeing you there.
Find out more »Murder Mystery – A Night to Die For
On the night of a royal wedding joining two kingdoms as one, the young bride is found in her chambers, viciously murdered. But who is the killer at large? Tensions are palpable as the rulers of three kingdoms deny responsibility for the tragedy. However, one of them is lying through their teeth. Journey throughout the Castle walls to witness secret rendezvous, question suspects, and uncover clues before the evidence runs cold. Remember, everyone is guilty until proven innocent, and until…
Find out more »Talbot Farmers Market
On the third Sunday of every month the tiny town of Talbot comes alive as thousands of visitors enjoy the vibrant village atmosphere of the Talbot Farmers Market. Explore the stall lined streets displaying an impressive range of seasonal fruit and organic vegetables, local artisan cheese, fresh bread, local wine, gourmet oils, delicious delicacies and more. In true country farmers’ market style you will also chickens, stockfeed, cut flowers, plants and seedlings. An ATM is available in Talbot, inside the…
Find out more »Christmas in July | Ballarat Trotting Club
Enjoy a night out with your friends, family or work colleagues for Christmas in July in the Terrace Restaurant on Friday 26th of July. $40pp includes a Christmas themed 3 course meal, race book, admission, table service and a night out at the Trots. Situated at the top of the grandstand, the Terrace Restaurant offers breathtaking panoramic view, making it an enticing dining option while experiencing the excitement of harness racing. Book through the racing office (03) 5335 9041 Kids'…
Find out more »Swap-It (Creswick Produce Swap)
Homemade & Homegrown Food, Produce, Seeds & Skills to Swap & Share. No money changes hands. Bring your figs and take home some jam, swap your worm juice for a pumpkin, an hour of mowing for some sewing…. Norm's world famous wood fired pizza will be on offer & tea/ coffee by donation. A great social morning. All welcome at rear Creswick Neighbourhood Centre – co-hosted with Creswick Community Garden. If you don't have something to swap, just bring an…
Find out more »August 2019
Bridge Mall Farmers Market
Buy direct from the farmers, bakers, growers and makers. Sample fabulous food and wine, enjoy a coffee and a tasty bite to eat while listening to local artists playing live in the Mall. Free Animal Farm, and enjoy the Face painting, Jumping Castle or the Playground throughout the day. The market offers a fun and vibrant community hub with stacks of activities, local music, community events and bagfuls of information. Speaking of which, please bring your own bags because we like to minimise our…
Find out more »Daylesford Farmers Market
The farmer's market offers fair exchange for the time and energy put in by farmers and producers to grow and make top quality foods, which will feed and nourish their customers. There is an opportunity to talk with producers and learn more about the various products, nutrients and uses, etc on offer. The Daylesford Farmers Market offers true value to consumers and the farmers who produce and grow the food.
Find out more »Murder Mystery – A Night to Die For
On the night of a royal wedding joining two kingdoms as one, the young bride is found in her chambers, viciously murdered. But who is the killer at large? Tensions are palpable as the rulers of three kingdoms deny responsibility for the tragedy. However, one of them is lying through their teeth. Journey throughout the Castle walls to witness secret rendezvous, question suspects, and uncover clues before the evidence runs cold. Remember, everyone is guilty until proven innocent, and until…
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