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.

Join the crew at the Border Inn for free Trivia Wednesday with their resident quiz guy, Master Ferris!

Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).

Enjoy an evening of great food, fascinating insights and spiritual discovery when Alavu Psychic Events comes to The Plough in Myrniong this September.

Bingo gets a musical makeover at Ballan Bakehouse & Bar, with Dolly’s Disco Bingo bringing a fun, easy-to-play night of music and games to Ballan.

Discover the flavours of one of Victoria’s award-winning distilleries when Bakery Hill Distillery comes to Salt & Soda for an intimate guided whisky tasting night.

Enjoy a session of boot scootin on the third Friday of every month at the Greendale Hotel.

Get the weekend started right with live music from top cover band, Wooshka at the Royal.

Raise a stein and celebrate the official first day of Oktoberfest 2026 with an afternoon of Bavarian food, German-inspired live music and authentic German beers at the picturesque St Anne's Winery in Myrniong.

Keep the kids busy and creative these school holidays with Paint and Bites’ Kids Paint & Craft Classes in Darley.

Open Mic is back at Ballan Bakehouse & Bar, giving local musicians, singers and performers a chance to take the mic – and everyone else a relaxed Saturday afternoon of live local talent.

On the third Saturday of every month, the historic Mount Wallace Hall comes to life with a much-loved Open Mic night.

Discover the art of natural fragrance at this unique Perfume Making Workshop at Mittens & Moods in Gordon.

Come down and join the Royal crew this Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes from Bec Peel.

Spend a relaxed Sunday afternoon getting creative with Paint and Bites at their family-friendly Sip & Paint session in Darley.

Musician Paper_Cranes hosts some of our area’s best up and coming performers at the Vibe Open Mic and Karaoke at the Royal Hotel.

Keep the kids busy during the school holidays with a crafty morning at Ballan Bakehouse & Bar, where they can decorate and create their very own treasure box to take home.

Keep the kids busy and creative these school holidays with Paint and Bites’ Kids Paint & Craft Classes in Darley.

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.

Join the crew at the Border Inn for free Trivia Wednesday with their resident quiz guy, Master Ferris!

Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).

How well do you know your footy? Ballan Bakehouse & Bar is putting an AFL spin on its monthly trivia night this September, with a night of footy questions, friendly competition and a hearty roast dinner.

Step inside the Plough kitchen for an afternoon of culinary play.

Pull on your boots and get ready for a full day of fun as Countryholic Dance Crew welcomes special guest instructor Marcia from Marcia's Linedancers to Bacchus Marsh for a day of line dancing workshops and social dancing.

Keep the kids busy and creative these school holidays with Paint and Bites’ Kids Paint & Craft Classes in Darley.

Step inside Kryal Castle after dark for a royal wedding murder mystery, complete with intrigue, entertainment and a three-course meal.

Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.

Spend a Sunday afternoon slowing down and connecting with the natural world through the written word at Wild and Precious, a creative nature writing workshop presented by The Wayfarer Collective at St Martin’s Chapel in Blackwood.

Don’t miss a Sunday afternoon of great live music from singer / guitarist, Steve Moore at the Commercial Hotel.

Keep the kids busy and creative these school holidays with Paint and Bites’ Kids Paint & Craft Classes in Darley.

The kids can get creative these school holidays with another special Paint & Sip session at Ballan Bakehouse & Bar, hosted by Austin’s Craft & Play.

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.

Join the crew at the Border Inn for free Trivia Wednesday with their resident quiz guy, Master Ferris!

Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).

Keep the kids busy and creative these school holidays with Paint and Bites’ Kids Paint & Craft Classes in Darley.

Settle in for a Friday night of live music, food and drinks at Ballan Bakehouse & Bar, with Matty Chaps playing live from 6pm.

Ballan will be turning pink for a good cause when the Pink Up Ballan Market & Family Fun Day takes over the grounds of St Paul’s Uniting Church on Saturday 3 October.

Long-running and popular market, offering regional and local produce, home-made and a great selection of vintage and preloved items.

Classic cars, winery views and a drive-in movie come together for a twilight Show ’n’ Shine at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong.

The Plough's favourite Elvis impersonator, award-winning Damian Mullin, is returning for a Dinner & Show that always sells out!

Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.

Sunday sesh at the Border Inn with Tom Scriv acoustic, from 1:30pm!

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.

Join the crew at the Border Inn for free Trivia Wednesday with their resident quiz guy, Master Ferris!

Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).

Country music fans can enjoy a nostalgic live show when Honky Tonk Queens comes to Bacchus Marsh Public Hall.

As part of Pink Up Ballan 2026, Steptoe’s Op Shop is hosting a fun afternoon fashion show celebrating second-hand style, creative outfits and the treasures that can be found on the op shop racks.

Tee off for a good cause at the inaugural Bacchus Marsh SES Charity Golf Day, with an afternoon of golf, prizes and family fun raising funds for essential local emergency vehicles and equipment, while also supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Dust off your flares, leg warmers and favourite ’90s gear for a big night of nostalgia at St Anne’s Winery, Myrniong, as the Back to the 70s, 80s & 90s tribute show takes you through three decades of classic hits.

Super-popular farmers-style market, offering regional and local produce and home-made, home-produced items.

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.

Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.

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.

Join the crew at the Border Inn for free Trivia Wednesday with their resident quiz guy, Master Ferris!

Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).

Don’t miss the official opening of Pink Up Ballan, hosted by Ballan Chamber of Commerce.

Gather the girls for a fun Friday night at Zest Licensed Cafe, as the popular Ballan venue gets into the spirit of Pink Up Ballan 2026 with a special Ladies’ Night In.

Enjoy a session of boot scootin on the third Friday of every month at the Greendale Hotel.

Get ready to rock at the Royal with the best of AC/DC, The Angels and Rose Tattoo.

Long-running and popular market, offering regional and local produce, home-made and a great selection of vintage and preloved items.

Pull on your lederhosen or dirndl and get ready for a taste of Bavaria when Oktoberfest comes to Ballan Bakehouse & Bar!

On the third Saturday of every month, the historic Mount Wallace Hall comes to life with a much-loved Open Mic night.

Motoring enthusiasts won't want to miss the 29th Marsh Rodders Show & Shine and Swap Meet, returning to Maddingley Park for another huge day celebrating classic cars, hot rods, motorcycles and everything in between.

Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.

Support the McGrath Foundation and its Cancer Care Nurses with a Lamb Sale at the Ballarat Cattle Markets, organised by Crossroads Trading.

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.

Join the crew at the Border Inn for free Trivia Wednesday with their resident quiz guy, Master Ferris!

Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).

Get ready for an afternoon of cricket, laughs and community spirit at the Pink Stumps Ladies Game, part of Pink Up Ballan 2026.

Enjoy a relaxed spring morning at Catalyst Community Art Garden, with market stalls, creative activities, food, music and family fun.

Dress up, wear a splash of pink and join the community for one of the major events of Pink Up Ballan 2026 – the Pink Ball at the Ballan Recreation Reserve Pavilion.

This vibrant annual market is a celebration of local produce, crafts, and delicious food with a variety of indoor and outdoor stalls, lively entertainment for all ​ages and a wonderful community spirit on show.

Chrissie’s Timeless Treasures is putting a pink twist on one of its popular Chrissie’s Gatherings this October, with the regular stitching get-together helping raise funds for Pink Up Ballan and the McGrath Foundation Cancer Care Nurses.

Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.

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.

Join the crew at the Border Inn for free Trivia Wednesday with their resident quiz guy, Master Ferris!

Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).

Calling all little ghosts, witches and ghouls! Dress up in your favourite Halloween costume and head to The Village Bacchus Marsh for a free Kids’ Trick or Treat Trail.

Dress in gothic style and descend into Kryal Castle after dark for the All Hallows Court Fantasy Ball.

Mayhem Pro returns to Bacchus Marsh for a Halloween night of live professional wrestling, headlined by the fifth annual Relentless Rumble – a huge 30-person match to decide who will be the last wrestler standing.

Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.

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.

Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).

The monthly Ballan Lions Community Market is held on the first Saturday of each month, with stalls lining the main street of Ballan.

Long-running and popular market, offering regional and local produce, home-made and a great selection of vintage and preloved items.

Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.

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.

Join the crew at the Border Inn for free Trivia Wednesday with their resident quiz guy, Master Ferris!

Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).

Super-popular farmers-style market, offering regional and local produce and home-made, home-produced items.

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.

Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.

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.

Join the crew at the Border Inn for free Trivia Wednesday with their resident quiz guy, Master Ferris!

Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).

Enjoy a session of boot scootin on the third Friday of every month at the Greendale Hotel.

Long-running and popular market, offering regional and local produce, home-made and a great selection of vintage and preloved items.

On the third Saturday of every month, the historic Mount Wallace Hall comes to life with a much-loved Open Mic night.

Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.

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.

Join the crew at the Border Inn for free Trivia Wednesday with their resident quiz guy, Master Ferris!

Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).

For one day only, Kryal Castle transforms into an arena of elite horsemanship, raw power, and high-stakes competition.

Dust off your boots for an afternoon of line dancing, bingo, country music and plenty of laughs when Neon Cowboy Bootscooters brings Bootscootin’ Bingo to the Bacchus Marsh Public Hall.

The new Bacchus Marsh Inclusive Makers Market is all about building confidence, connection and community spirit, while giving local makers with disabilities a safe and welcoming place to showcase and sell their creations.

Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.

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.

Join the crew at the Border Inn for free Trivia Wednesday with their resident quiz guy, Master Ferris!

Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).

The monthly Ballan Lions Community Market is held on the first Saturday of each month, with stalls lining the main street of Ballan.

Long-running and popular market, offering regional and local produce, home-made and a great selection of vintage and preloved items.

The Ballan Lions Community Market gets a festive makeover for its final market of 2026, with a special Christmas Twilight Market taking over Inglis Street from 4pm to 8pm.

Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.

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.

Join the crew at the Border Inn for free Trivia Wednesday with their resident quiz guy, Master Ferris!

Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).

Super-popular farmers-style market, offering regional and local produce and home-made, home-produced items.

M5Rodeo Promotions is excited to bring back Australia’s best bucking stock action to Bacchus Marsh in 2026.

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.

Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.

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.

Join the crew at the Border Inn for free Trivia Wednesday with their resident quiz guy, Master Ferris!

Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).

Enjoy a session of boot scootin on the third Friday of every month at the Greendale Hotel.

Long-running and popular market, offering regional and local produce, home-made and a great selection of vintage and preloved items.

On the third Saturday of every month, the historic Mount Wallace Hall comes to life with a much-loved Open Mic night.

Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.

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.

Join the crew at the Border Inn for free Trivia Wednesday with their resident quiz guy, Master Ferris!

Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.

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.

Join the crew at the Border Inn for free Trivia Wednesday with their resident quiz guy, Master Ferris!