What’s on in Bacchus Marsh, Ballan, Gordon, Blackwood
Christmas Eve Dinner @ The Plough 2025
Kick start the ultimate for Christmas this year with Christmas Eve dinner at The Plough @ Myrniong!
Xmas Eve at the Border Inn with DJ Dozza
It’s happening, the Border Inn is bringing DJ Dozza back for Christmas!
Community Christmas Lunch at Zest Licensed Cafe, Ballan
If you know someone who’ll be on their own this Christmas, or if that someone is you, Zest Licensed Cafe is opening its door for a warm and joyful community lunch.
Christmas Lunch @ The Plough 2025
Enjoy the ultimate for Christmas this year – Christmas Day lunch at The Plough @ Myrniong!
Christmas Lunch 2025 at OHD Maddingley
Maddingley’s fantastic OHD (Oh Happy Day) Cafe and Bar will be open for a special three-course lunch on Christmas Day.
Pizza Sundays at St Anne’s Winery, Myrniong
Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, and great company.
Sunday Acoustic Sessions at the Royal Hotel
Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.
Strictly Quizzness at the Royal Hotel
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.
New Year Day Recovery at then Blackwood Hotel
Join the crew at the Blackwood Hotel for a New Year’s Day Recovery Party in the beer garden, surrounded by fresh air, good company and that signature Blackwood charm.
Ballan Lions Market
The monthly Ballan Lions Community Market is held on the first Saturday of each month, with stalls lining the main street of Ballan.
Catalyst Community Art Garden Plant and Produce Swap
On the first Saturday of every month Catalyst Community Art Garden plays host to a Plant and Produce Swap.
Pizza Sundays at St Anne’s Winery, Myrniong
Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, and great company.
Sunday Acoustic Sessions at the Royal Hotel
Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.
Strictly Quizzness at the Royal Hotel
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.
Trivia Wednesdays at the Border Inn, Bacchus Marsh
Join the crew at the Border Inn for free Trivia Wednesday with their resident quiz guy, Master Ferris!
Ballan Farmers Market
Super-popular farmers-style market, offering regional and local produce and home-made, home-produced items.
Pizza Sundays at St Anne’s Winery, Myrniong
Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, and great company.
Sunday Acoustic Sessions at the Royal Hotel
Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.
Strictly Quizzness at the Royal Hotel
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.
Beer Garden Boot Scootin at the Greendale Pub
Enjoy a session of boot scootin on the third Friday of every month at the Greendale Hotel.
Moorafun Garage Sale Trail
The Moorafun Garage Sale Trail brings together dozens of home garage sales over one big weekend, across Melton and Moorabool.
Forage and Feast Cooking Class at the Plough
Enjoy an intimate, hands-on journey through flavour, wine and craft, hosted by owner and head chef Mark Mills.
Old Time Sessions at the Blackwood Hotel
Old time music sessions return to the Blackwood Hotel on the third Sunday of every month!
Bacchus Marsh Twilight Market
Kick off 2025 with a relaxed summer evening at the Bacchus Marsh Twilight Market, filled with great shopping, delicious food and plenty of fun for the whole family.
Open Mic at Mount Wallace Hall
On the third Saturday of every month, the historic Mount Wallace Hall comes to life with a much-loved Open Mic night.
Moorafun Garage Sale Trail
The Moorafun Garage Sale Trail brings together dozens of home garage sales over one big weekend, across Melton and Moorabool.
Pizza Sundays at St Anne’s Winery, Myrniong
Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, and great company.
Bryan Sadler at the Greendale Pub
Enjoy a Sunday session at the Greendale Pub with local singer guitarist Bryan Sadler, playing a variety of covers.
Sunday Acoustic Sessions at the Royal Hotel
Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.
Strictly Quizzness at the Royal Hotel
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.
Pizza Sundays at St Anne’s Winery, Myrniong
Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, and great company.
Sunday Acoustic Sessions at the Royal Hotel
Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.
Australia Day 2026 at the Border Inn, Bacchus Marsh with INXSIVE
Enjoy Australia Day at the Border Inn with INXSIVE, Australia’s top INXS tribute band.
AC2ZZ Rock the Commercial for Australia Day
AC2ZZ will be rockin an all Aussie set list for Australia Day at the Commercial Hotel, Ballan.
Strictly Quizzness at the Royal Hotel
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.
Bacchus Marsh Wings Wheels and Coffee 2026
Bacchus Marsh Wings Wheels and Coffee 2026 is an open event for all motorsport enthusiasts with displays of both land and sky vehicles, along with the much-loved aerobatic and classic aircraft flying displays.
Pizza Sundays at St Anne’s Winery, Myrniong
Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, and great company.
Sunday Acoustic Sessions at the Royal Hotel
Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.
Strictly Quizzness at the Royal Hotel
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.
Trivia Wednesdays at the Border Inn, Bacchus Marsh
Join the crew at the Border Inn for free Trivia Wednesday with their resident quiz guy, Master Ferris!
Locals Night @ The Plough Bistro, Myrniong
Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).
Friday Flower Therapy at The Paddock Lal Lal
Join the team at The Paddock Lal Lal on select Fridays to pick your own jar of seasonal flowers.
Pick your Own Flowers - Golden Hour at The Paddock Lal Lal
Join the team at The Paddock Lal Lal for a special sunset experience to harvest your own bouquet.
Darley Market
Long-running and popular market, offering regional and local produce, home-made and a great selection of vintage and preloved items.
Ballan Lions Market
The monthly Ballan Lions Community Market is held on the first Saturday of each month, with stalls lining the main street of Ballan.
Catalyst Community Art Garden Plant and Produce Swap
On the first Saturday of every month Catalyst Community Art Garden plays host to a Plant and Produce Swap.
Pizza Sundays at St Anne’s Winery, Myrniong
Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, and great company.
Sunday Acoustic Sessions at the Royal Hotel
Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.
Strictly Quizzness at the Royal Hotel
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.
Locals Night @ The Plough Bistro, Myrniong
Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).
Daniel Champagne Live at Bacchus Marsh Public Hall
Daniel Champagne, the young virtuoso recently described as 'the finest guitar player of this generation' is bringing his now-famed stage show to intimate venues around Australia!
Pick your Own - Fill a Jug at The Paddock Lal Lal
Fill a jug with gorgeous spray-free field-grown seasonal flowers at The Paddock Lal Lal.
Ballan Farmers Market
Super-popular farmers-style market, offering regional and local produce and home-made, home-produced items.
Ballan’s Great Vintage Rally 2026
Organised by the Ballan District Vintage Machinery and Vehicle Club, this is a unique event for vintage car and farming enthusiasts.
Paint, Pot, Petals at The Paddock Lal Lal
Get creative in this fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll paint your very own pot – choose between a classic terracotta or a white base.
Yaloak Polo Club presents the Colliers Ballarat Cup 2026
Get set for some fast and furious polo action when the Yaloak Polo Club presents the Colliers Ballarat Cup 2026.
Pizza Sundays at St Anne’s Winery, Myrniong
Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, and great company.
Sunday Acoustic Sessions at the Royal Hotel
Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.
Strictly Quizzness at the Royal Hotel
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.
Locals Night @ The Plough Bistro, Myrniong
Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).
Pick your Own Flowers - Golden Hour at The Paddock Lal Lal
Join the team at The Paddock Lal Lal for a special sunset experience to harvest your own bouquet.
Beer Garden Boot Scootin at the Greendale Pub
Enjoy a session of boot scootin on the third Friday of every month at the Greendale Hotel.
Darley Market
Long-running and popular market, offering regional and local produce, home-made and a great selection of vintage and preloved items.
Old Time Sessions at the Blackwood Hotel
Old time music sessions return to the Blackwood Hotel on the third Sunday of every month!
Open Mic at Mount Wallace Hall
On the third Saturday of every month, the historic Mount Wallace Hall comes to life with a much-loved Open Mic night.
Pizza Sundays at St Anne’s Winery, Myrniong
Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, and great company.
Sunday Acoustic Sessions at the Royal Hotel
Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.
Strictly Quizzness at the Royal Hotel
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.
Locals Night @ The Plough Bistro, Myrniong
Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).
Sunrise Yoga in the Flower Patch at The Paddock Lal Lal
Get out of the studio and into the flower patch for a yoga experience unlike any other.
Ballan Vintage Swap Meet 2026
The Ballan Vintage Swap Meet is back for 2026, featuring a huge array of stalls and displays offering car, truck, motorcycle and tractor parts, stationary engines, farm machinery, vehicles for sale, vehicle displays, and collectables.
Pick your Own - Fill a Jug at The Paddock Lal Lal
Fill a jug with gorgeous spray-free field-grown seasonal flowers at The Paddock Lal Lal.
Neon Cowboy Bootscooters Summer Send Off in Bacchus Marsh
Join the Neon Cowboy Bootscooters for a fun-filled afternoon of line dancing for all levels, from beginners to intermediate.
Sunrise Pilates in the Flower Patch at The Paddock Lal Lal
Get out of the studio and into the flower patch for a yoga experience unlike any other.
Festival of Small Halls
Get ready for an unforgettable night of music and storytelling as Festival of Small Halls, in partnership with Moorabool Shire Council, brings world-class folk talent to Ballan.
Pick your Own Flowers - Golden Hour at The Paddock Lal Lal
Join the team at The Paddock Lal Lal for a special sunset experience to harvest your own bouquet.
Pick your Own Flowers - Golden Hour at The Paddock Lal Lal
Join the team at The Paddock Lal Lal for a special sunset experience to harvest your own bouquet.
Bacchus Marsh EasterFest Good Friday 2026
Bacchus Marsh EasterFest is a Community Festival with the aim of raising much-needed funds for Bacchus Marsh Hospital’s Urgent Care Department.
Live music with Tristan J Ross at the Ballan Bowling Club
Don’t miss Tristan J Ross playing live at Ballan Bowling Club.
Sunday Acoustic Session with Bec Peel at the Royal Hotel
Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.
Pizza Sundays at St Anne’s Winery, Myrniong
Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, and great company.
Live Music at Stoney's Club with Kaboom
Don’t miss high-energy Melbourne party band, Kaboom! playing live at Stoney’s Club on December 20.
Open Mic at Mount Wallace Hall
On the third Saturday of every month, the historic Mount Wallace Hall comes to life with a much-loved Open Mic night.
Carol Singing at St Martin's Chapel Blackwood
Come along and sing all your favourite traditional carols and festive songs at St Martin’s Chapel in Blackwood.
Old Time Sessions at the Blackwood Hotel
Old time music sessions return to the Blackwood Hotel on the third Sunday of every month!
Bacchus Marsh Santa Run
Bacchus Marsh and Surrounds Fire Brigades (proudly supported by the Community Bank Bacchus Marsh) are excited to share that Santa will be touring the streets on Saturday 20 December from 12pm!
Bacchus Marsh Christmas Trees 2025 Season
Bacchus Marsh Christmas Trees are back for Xmas 2025 with trees in a variety of sizes.
Darley Christmas Market
Long-running and popular market, offering regional and local produce, home-made and a great selection of vintage and preloved items.
DJ Nate Hanson Final Spin for 2025 at the Royal Hotel
DJ Nate Hanson spins the last set of 2025 at he Royal Hotel, Bacchus Marsh.
Marty Luke and Bec Peel at the Commercial Hotel, Ballan
Don’t miss Friday night live music in the beer garden with covers duo, Marty Luke and Bec Peel at Ballan’s Commerical Hotel.
Beer Garden Boot Scootin at the Greendale Pub
Enjoy a session of boot scootin on the third Friday of every month at the Greendale Hotel.
Live Music with 3 On The Tree at the Border Inn, Bacchus Marsh
Enjoy a few coldies while live band, 3 On The Tree play rocking covers from the 80’s to now!
Sam's Christmas Trees 2025 Season
The countdown to Christmas is on and Sam’s Christmas Trees are officially open for the 2025 season.
Thursday Night Music Bingo at the Local Taproom
Get down to Bacchus Marsh’s Local Taproom for great music, food and drink and loads of fun, with Thursday Night Music Bingo.
Locals Night @ The Plough Bistro, Myrniong
Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).
The Village Christmas Market 2025
Meet artisans, makers and crafters throughout the Village shopping centre as they showcase their unique local offerings.
Wednesday Night Taproom Trivia
Join the crew at the Local Taproom every Wednesday and test your knowledge on music, movies, history, geography, pop culture and more.
Christmas Drag Bingo at the Border Inn, Bacchus Marsh
Get ready for an unforgettable night of glitz, glam, and jolly fabulous fun at the iconic Border Inn Bacchus Marsh!
Paranormal Explorations at Ballan Courthouse
The doors of the Old Ballan Courthouse are about to be unlocked with a super spooky paranormal exploration…
Gordon Public Park Christmas Party 2025
Come down to Gordon Public Park for a fantastic and festive Community Christmas Party!
Pizza Sunday and Live Music at Donegan's Farm, Gordon
Don’t miss another super-popular Pizza Sunday at Donegan’s Farm with live music from The Country Way.
Live music at the Commercial Hotel with Bec Peel
Get your groove on as local favourite, singer/guitarist Bec Peel performs a Sunday session at Ballan’s Commercial Hotel.
Sunday Acoustic Session with Marty Luke at the Royal Hotel
Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.
Sunday Acoustic Sessions at the Royal Hotel
Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.
Bryan Sadler at the Greendale Pub
Enjoy a Sunday session at the Greendale Pub with local singer guitarist Bryan Sadler, playing a variety of covers.
Pizza Sundays at St Anne’s Winery, Myrniong
Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, and great company.
Christmas Family Fun Day at Bacchus Marsh Golf Clubhouse
Enjoy a fun day out for the whole family at Bacchus Marsh Golf Clubhouse this Christmas season.
Live Music with the Andrew Wallace Ban at the Border Inn, Bacchus Marsh
Don’t miss the Andrew Wallace Band playing live at the Border Inn, Bacchus Marsh.