Visit Ballan, Bacchus Marsh, Blackwood, Gordon, Greendale
Visit Country Grocers Ballan, make a $2 or $5 donation at the checkout and add your name or a message of support to a special Pink Up token. The tokens will then be displayed around the store, creating a growing visual show of community support as more people get involved.
Ballan Arts Space is joining Pink Up Ballan 2026 with a special exhibition running from late September through to the end of October.
The Courthouse Hotel is getting into the Halloween spirit throughout October, with a mix of spooky drinks and family-friendly fun running across the month.
The Ballan CWA is adding a splash of pink to its regular Devonshire teas at the Ballan Farmers Market this October, with proceeds going to Pink Up Ballan in support of the McGrath Foundation.
Super-popular farmers-style market, offering regional and local produce and home-made, home-produced items.
Get your local history fix when the historic Ballan Old Courthouse opens its doors, courtesy of the Ballan Shire Historical Society.
Dust off the bell-bottoms and get ready to hit the dance floor when Apple 98.5 FM turns back the clock for its next fundraising dance at the Bacchus Marsh Public Hall.
Whether you're a seasoned performer or just want to cheer up your friends, Stoney's is the place to be for Karaoke on the second Saturday of every month.
Embark on a journey of magik at the Bacchus Marsh Witches Fair at Bacchus Marsh Public Hall.
Classic cars and Texas BBQ come together for a relaxed Sunday at Smokehouse 720, with Ballarat Road Rodders joining the Bacchus Marsh smokehouse for an afternoon of cars, food and plenty of time to wander the line-up.
Settle in for an indulgent afternoon at The Plough in Myrniong, with their new High Tea bringing a little extra ceremony to a Sunday catch-up, birthday or special occasion.
Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.
Enjoy an afternoon of live music at St John’s, Ballan, with a special Pleasant Sunday Afternoon presented as part of Pink Up Ballan 2026.
Enjoy a Sunday session with popular local singer / guitarist, Irish Jim Leahy at the Commerical Hotel, Ballan.
Stretch out for a good cause this October, with The Studio Ballan running its regular Sunday evening Studio Stretch classes pink in support of Pink Up Ballan 2026.
Join the crew at Bacchus Marsh’s Royal Hotel every Tuesday for an interactive game show style trivia night like you’ve never seen before.
Ballan turning Pink in October
Heads up! Ballan is turning pink in October with a month of community events, activities and fundraising in support of the McGrath Foundation and its Cancer Care Nurses.
Pink Up Ballan brings together local businesses, sporting clubs, community groups, artists, volunteers and residents for a colourful month-long program designed to raise funds, raise awareness and bring the community together for an important cause.
There are exhibitions, markets, craft sessions, a Girls Night In, the super-glamorous Pink Up Ballan Ball and so much more.
Middle Eastern mains, toasties, coffee
• Vegetarian options
• Fully licenced (no BYO)
• Toasties from $8, Mains from $23
• Breakfast and Lunch: Thurs-Sun
• Dinner: Thurs-Sat
Thai
• Vegetarian options
• Fully licensed, BYO wine only
• Starters from $6.90, Mains from $13.50
• Dinner: Tues-Sun
Cafe and bistro favourites plus Nepalese specials
• Vegetarian options
• Fully licensed
• Pies from $7, Mains from $11
• Breakfast, lunch, dinner: Seven days
Sushi, Sashimi, Japanese street food
• Vegetarian options
• Fully licensed
• Starts from $2.50, Mains from $10.80
• Lunch and Dinner: Mon-Sun
Sleeps 9, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms
• From $665 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• Short drive to Greendale township
• Privacy, comfort and space
Sleeps 4, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom
• From $244 per night (approx)
• Entire house includes full kitchen
• 5 mins from central Bacchus Marsh
• Cute and modern with outdoor garden
Sleeps 5, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom
• From $270 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• Just outside Ballan township
• Modern design, deck area and park views
Sleeps 5, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom
• From $126 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• 5 mins from central Ballan
• Recently renovated, 2 mins from freeway
Park, picnic and play area on the Lerderderg River, with several mineral spring taps where you can sample of the area’s delicious spring water.
Open 24 hours
The popular 1000 steps trail takes walkers from the residential area close to Halletts Way to the top of the nearby Bald Hill, with a rewarding lookout at the peak.
Open 24 hours
Explore the magical grounds of a recreated Medieval castle, and enjoy show-stopping jousting tournaments, daring sword fights, axe-throwing and archery, and get up close to beautiful performance horses.
Open weekends and school holidays
Not-for-profit, volunteer-run second-hand bookshop, operating from the historic Blacksmith’s Cottage in Bacchus Marsh.
Open Saturdays, 10am-4pm