See & do

30 Oct 24

What’s on in Ballarat this Christmas

Each year, Ballarat gets into the Christmas spirit with a festive line-up of food and drink, live music, markets, workshops, exhibitions and Insta-worthy moments.

All the sparkly things

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Christmas in Ballarat Art Trail

BallaratUntil 2 Jan
Thumbnail for Christmas in Ballarat Floral Reindeer and Santa Sleigh

Christmas in Ballarat Floral Reindeer and Santa Sleigh

BallaratUntil 2 Jan
Thumbnail for Christmas in Ballarat Giant Christmas Bauble

Christmas in Ballarat Giant Christmas Bauble

BallaratUntil 2 Jan
Thumbnail for Ballarat’s Magical Christmas Emporium

Ballarat’s Magical Christmas Emporium

BallaratUntil 2 Jan
Thumbnail for Christmas in Ballarat Archway of Stars

Christmas in Ballarat Archway of Stars

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Ballarat’s Christmas Tree

BallaratUntil 2 Jan
Thumbnail for Christmas in Ballarat Santa’s Telephone Box

Christmas in Ballarat Santa’s Telephone Box

BallaratUntil 2 Jan
Thumbnail for Christmas in Ballarat Waterloo Stars

Christmas in Ballarat Waterloo Stars

BallaratUntil 2 Jan
Thumbnail for Christmas in Ballarat Illuminated Santa Photo Opportunities

Christmas in Ballarat Illuminated Santa Photo Opportunities

BallaratUntil 2 Jan
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Crystal Star

BallaratUntil 2 Jan

Exhibitions

Thumbnail for Medieval to Metal: The Art and Evolution of the Guitar

Medieval to Metal: The Art and Evolution of the Guitar

BallaratUntil 2 Feb
Thumbnail for JXSH MVIR: Forever I Live

JXSH MVIR: Forever I Live

BallaratUntil 2 Feb
Thumbnail for The Unicorn Collection

The Unicorn Collection

Ballarat27 Dec, 3 Jan + more
Thumbnail for Exhibition by Joy Smith, Here and There

Exhibition by Joy Smith, Here and There

Ballarat22 Dec

Entertainment

Thumbnail for 12 Days of Christmas at The Bridge Ballarat

12 Days of Christmas at The Bridge Ballarat

Ballarat23 & 24 Dec
Thumbnail for 5 Golden Rings Hula Hooping and Giant Bubbles with Ryn

5 Golden Rings Hula Hooping and Giant Bubbles with Ryn

Ballarat22 Dec
Thumbnail for Roving Christmas Elves – Ballarat Centre of Music and the Arts

Roving Christmas Elves – Ballarat Centre of Music and the Arts

Ballarat23 & 24 Dec
Thumbnail for Ballarat Carols by Candlelight

Ballarat Carols by Candlelight

Ballarat22 Dec
Thumbnail for Haddon Concert Band Christmas Show

Haddon Concert Band Christmas Show

Ballarat22 Dec
Thumbnail for The Nelson Six: Merry Christmas Concert

The Nelson Six: Merry Christmas Concert

Ballarat22 Dec
Thumbnail for Making a Scene at Christmas

Making a Scene at Christmas

BallaratUntil 22 Dec
Thumbnail for Christmas carols and jingles with Acordion Lucy

Christmas carols and jingles with Acordion Lucy

Ballarat23 Dec
Thumbnail for Creswick Brass Band Christmas Concert

Creswick Brass Band Christmas Concert

Ballarat24 Dec
Thumbnail for Ozact’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Kirks Reservoir Park Gardens

Ozact’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Kirks Reservoir Park Gardens

Ballarat26 & 27 Dec

Food & drink

Thumbnail for Cocktail Classes at Itinerant Spirits

Cocktail Classes at Itinerant Spirits

Ballarat28 Dec, 4 Jan + more
Thumbnail for Whiskey Experience at Itinerant Spirits

Whiskey Experience at Itinerant Spirits

Ballarat22 Dec, 29 Dec + more
Thumbnail for Grainery Lane Gin Tasting and Blending Masterclass

Grainery Lane Gin Tasting and Blending Masterclass

Ballarat4 Jan, 18 Jan + more
Thumbnail for Summer Truffle Hunts at Black Cat Truffles

Summer Truffle Hunts at Black Cat Truffles

Hepburn22 Dec, 28 Dec + more

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Top things to do in Ballarat over summer

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Acknowledgement of Country

Across Victoria’s Midwest, we acknowledge that we travel across the ancient landscapes of many First Peoples communities. These lands have been nurtured and cared for over tens of thousands of years and we respect the work of Traditional Custodians for their ongoing care and protection.

We recognise the past injustices against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in this country. As our knowledge grows, we hope that we can learn from their resilience and creativity that has guided them for over 60,000 years. As we invite people to visit and explore Victoria’s Midwest, we ask that alongside us, you also grow to respect the stories, living culture and connection to Country of the Ancestors and Elders of our First Peoples.

©️ 2024 Visit Ballarat. This initiative is funded by the City of Ballarat and Tourism Midwest Victoria.

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