Goldfields Events & Festivals

Sat 25 May 2013 - Sat 25 May 2013

Vesak Festival of Light - a celebration of peace and harmony inspired by the Buddha's birthday. Join in the candle lantern procession, workshops and tours. Experience a beautiful display..

Mon 08 Jul 2013 - Sun 14 Jul 2013

The Bendigo Stadium is hosting the Australian Snooker Goldfields Open. Play will consist of the top 16 world ranked players plus 16 qualifiers, with the lowest 2 qualifiers playing the 2..

Fri 12 Jul 2013 - Sun 14 Jul 2013

Looking for a unique day out in the heart of the Goldfields, strike it rich at the 2013 Seelite Windows and Doors Redwood Carnival at Maryborough. The all trotting carnival is one of..

Sat 17 Aug 2013 - Sun 15 Sep 2013

The Ballarat International Foto Biennale [BIFB] grew out of two similar events as the Daylesford Foto Biennale in 2005 and 2007, moving to Ballarat in 2009, and will again present a huge..

Wed 21 Aug 2013 - Sun 25 Aug 2013

The second-largest cutting horse event in the southern hemisphere (behind the NCHA Futurity in Tamworth, NSW in June), the NCHA Victorian Futurity is a must-see. The best in Australian and..

Sat 24 Aug 2013 - Sat 24 Aug 2013

David and Jenny Jones of Dalwhinnie Vineyard will soon announce a renowned Celebrity Chef who will be delivering a glamorous and elegant menu to compliment Dalwhinnies super premium Shiraz..

Sat 31 Aug 2013 - Sun 01 Sep 2013

Don't miss the excitement when Ballarat celebrates its motor racing heritage. Thousands of vehicle lovers with their cars and motorcycles are expected to flock to the city to be part of..

Sat 07 Sep 2013 - Sun 08 Sep 2013

Situated in the Goldseekers town of Wedderburn is the 23rd Annual Twilight Rally. The Wedderburn Historical Engines and Machinery Society will feature international tractors and engines..

Sun 22 Sep 2013 - Sun 22 Sep 2013

The Motorcycle "ONLY" Swap Meet is on again for 2013 starting at 7.00am finishing around 1.30pm. There will be lots of motorcycle parts for sale around the grounds of the Men's Shed. Bring..

Sat 12 Oct 2013 - Sun 13 Oct 2013

Bendigo Heritage Uncorked is a moveable feast, taking patrons on a wine and food tasting tour through Bendigo's architectural treasures. The festival matches the best of the region's wines..

Sat 19 Oct 2013 - Sat 19 Oct 2013

Blue Pyrenees is ready to race at a cracking pace this spring as it returns as the major sponsor of Country Racing Victoria's flagship event, The PJA Blue Pyrenees Avoca Cup. Thousands of..

Sat 16 Nov 2013 - Sat 16 Nov 2013

Run From The Hills is a trail running experience like no other. Set in the beautiful surroundings of the Pyrenees Range State Park near Avoca, Victoria with the event village set up at the..

Thu 21 Nov 2013 - Sun 24 Nov 2013

The RACV Energy Breakthrough provides an opportunity for students, teachers, parents and local industry to work together to design and construct a vehicle, a machine or innovation in..

Sat 18 Jan 2014 - Sat 18 Jan 2014

The Ballarat Beer Festival is a one-day event celebrating boutique beer, gourmet food and world-class entertainment. Join the festival at City Oval, Ballarat to sample craft beers and..

Wed 12 Feb 2014 - Sun 16 Feb 2014

The annual Ballarat Beat Rockabilly Festival will showcase an impressive number of standout international music acts as well as amazing local artists to keep you rocking throughout the..