After very wet weather forced the cancellation of the October market, Ballan Lions Community Market is taking its Pink Up celebration into November instead — and the pink theme is very much still on.

Grab a picnic blanket or camping chair and settle in under the stars for a family-friendly Open Air Movie Night at Ballan Primary School, raising funds as part of Pink Up 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.

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.

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.

The Tin Plate Cafe is joining Pink Up Ballan 2026 with a special Pink Morning Tea filled with sweet treats, good company and a little bit of fun for a great cause.

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

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

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 Gordon’s at Gordon for a Pink Ribbon Breakfast this October, bringing the community together over breakfast while raising funds to support breast cancer research.

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.

The Ballan & District Chamber of Commerce is turning its October meeting into a special Pink Up Ballan Cocktail Event, hosted by Ballan Bakehouse & Bar.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Art and community come together at Flack Post & Telegraph Gallery in Ballan this October for the Against Breast Cancer Exhibition, a special showcase exploring the healing power of art while raising awareness and support for breast cancer research.

Ballan will be turning pink for a good cause when the Pink Up Ballan Market & Family Fun Day takes over the Ballan Neighbourhood House building on Saturday 3 October.

This October, the market is turning pink for Pink Up Ballan, with stallholders encouraged to decorate their stalls and visitors invited to dress in pink and join the fun.

There’ll be even more to browse on Pink Up Ballan Market Day, with a special one-day-only Pre-Loved in Pink Pop-Up Op Shop opening in the former Skin Inn building on Inglis Street.

Start your Friday with some movement for a good cause at this special Mat Pilates for Pink Up Ballan session, hosted by Nineteen 76 Fitness & Personal Training at Gordon Public Hall.