Get to know Gordon and Wallace, Victoria

Moorabool’s vibrant, community-driven western third has more than its share of quirky attractions and specialty shops, along with some excellent and unexpected dining options.

Fancy sampling some middle eastern inspired cuisine? Try Gordons at Gordon. Pub grub more your style? The Gordon Hotel, and the Shamrock Hotel at Dunnstown have you covered.

Wallace is also well served, with the quirky stylings of the Wallace Hotel, and home-made brunches at the Old Wallace Garage.

Something to see and do? The area has three stunning waterfalls, a pick-your-own sunflowers field, a hat shop, farm gates, and medieval thrills courtesy of Kryal Castle.

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Gordons at Gordon

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

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Old Wallace Garage

Coffee, cakes, toasties, local produce

• Vegetarian options
• Not licensed
• Breakfast to lunch Thurs-Sat

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Gordon Hotel

Pub classics, pizza

• Gluten free and Vegetarian options
• Fully licensed (no BYO)
• Starters from $6.50, Mains from $21
• Lunch and dinner: Wed-Sun

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Wallace Hotel

Pub classics, pizza

• Vegan / Vegetarian options
• Fully licensed (no BYO)
• Starters from $6, Mains from $22
• Lunch: Fri-Sun, Dinner: Thurs-Sun

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Shamrock Hotel

Pub classics

• Vegetarian options
• Fully licensed (no BYO)
• Starters from $8, Mains from $20
• Lunch: Fri-Sun, Dinner: Thurs-Sun

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Landfall Cottage

Sleeps 5, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom

• From $140 per night (approx)
• On 18 acres of farmland
• Breathtaking views
• Decking and barbecue

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The Farmhouse

Sleeps 10, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

• From $543 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• Set on 10 acres of farmland
• Oozes country-style charm

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Gordon Hotel

Various rooms available

• From $130 per night (approx)
• Shared bathrooms
• Central Gordon Accommodation

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The Farmhouse @ Donegan's

Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom

• From $201 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• Short drive to central Gordon
• Situated on a working farm

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Farm Stay in Mount Egerton

Sleeps 4, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom

• From $154 per night (approx)
• Entire cottage with kitchen
• 5 minute drive to Gordon and Ballan
• Close to national park and walking trails

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Emu Lodge Country Retreat, Lal Lal

Sleeps 5, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom

• From $159 per night (approx)
• Entire unit with kitchen
• 15 mins drive to central Ballarat
• Private, with water catchment views

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Cottage in Yendon

Sleeps 4, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom

• From $159 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchenette
• 15 mins drive to central Ballarat
• Lovely renovated mud brick cottage

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Cottage in Lal Lal

Sleeps 2, 1 bedroom,1 bathroom

• From $169 per night (approx)
• Entire cottage with full kitchen
• 15 mins from central Ballarat
• Relaxing garden setting, mountain views

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Kryal Castle

Castle suites and on-site cabins available

• Powered caravan and camping sites
• Sites from$50, rooms from $230
• Swimming pool and games room
• Free or discounted entry into theme park

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Cozy Cottage Farm Stay

Sleeps 2, 2 beds, 1 bathroom

• From $254 per night (approx)
• Entire cottage with kitchen
• 15 mins drive to Ballarat
• Light breakfast provided

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The Old Wallace Shop B&B

Sleeps 4, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom

• From $170 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• 15-minute drive to Ballarat
• Historic building, former store and post office

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Luxurious Country Escape

Sleeps 6, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms

• From $395 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• Just off Gordon main street
• Red brick, timber floors, high ceilings

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Stoneleigh Miner’s Cottage

Sleeps 4, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom

• From $205 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchenette
• Central Gordon Accommodation
• 1860's styled stone and timber miners cottage

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Mittens and Moods

A burst of creativity in the heart of Gordon, bringing colourful stationery, fun gifts and handmade creations to the township.

Open Thurs and Sat

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Thistleberry Farm

Welcome to Thistleberry, a family-run blueberry farm nestled in the foothills of Mt. Buninyong, where you can purchase pre-packed, or pick your own delicious pesticide-free blueberries while taking in the magnificent surrounding countryside.

Pickings are seasonal

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Gordon’s Bar Room Gallery

Gallery space adjoining the popular Gordon’s of Gordon cafe, housing works by local artists and handmade giftware

Open Sat 10am-2pm

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Gordon Hat Shoppe

Super-quirky shop offering original-design headwear made from handwoven Harris Tweed from Scotland and fur felt materials.

Open Fri-Sun

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Horse Shepherd Equine Sanctuary

Horse Shepherd Equine Sanctuary offers fun and informative walking tours of their 275 acre property in Gordon.

Tours held regularly

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Spa Country Sunflowers

You might know Bolwarrah Springs from their delicious fresh produce, but the farm is also home to Spa Country Sunflowers, an amazing photo-picnic-picking experience, close to Ballan and Gordon.

Open weekends and public holidays during the picking season

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Lal Lal and Moorabool Falls Trail

Setting out from Lal Lal Falls Reserve, you’ll experience three separate waterfalls on this grassy walking trail across open plains, finishing at the 27 metre single drop waterfall of Moorabool Falls.

Open 24 hours

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Lal Lal Bungal Historic Area

Located within the 75 acre Lal Lal State Forest, this historical area offers an insight into the fascinating history of its region, along with walking trails, a picnic area, toilets, barbecues, fire pits and camping.

Open 24 hours

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Pick Your Own Sunflowers

This picturesque sunflower farm was Victoria’s first and remains its largest, attracting thousands of people on weekends while the flowers are in season.

Open daily during blooming season (usually Feb-Mar)

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Granite Falls

Granite Falls is a spectacular waterfall along the Moorabool River, downstream from the better-known Moorabool Falls and not far from Lal Lal Falls which is accessed from the other side of the reserve.

Open 24 hours

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Moorabool Falls

Located only a few minutes from the popular Lal Lal Falls, Moorabool Falls is reached via a 2.8 km walk through grassland with gorgeous views over the Lal Lal Reservoir along the way.

Open 24 hours

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Lal Lal Falls

One of best waterfall picnic spots in Victoria, overlooking a 30 metre high waterfall and offering a playground and sheltered barbecue facilities.

Open 24 hours

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Kryal Castle

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

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The Farmgate Shop, Elaine

Elaine’s Farmgate Shop offers quality produce direct from the farmer, including as premium meat, pantry and dairy, vegetables, and homemade pickles and sauces from around 20 local producers.

Open daily

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The Shambles Boot Shoppe

This former barn with exposed beams and lead lights, houses an eclectic mix of unusual retail, including tweed boots, a Kookaburra Wilde bookshop, gemstone brooch plumes and collectables.

Open Sat-Sun

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Sunflowers at The Farmgate

Along with quality produce, Elaine’s Farmgate Shop has a 21-acre field where you can pick your own gorgeous sunflowers during blooming season.

Open daily during blooming season

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See and Do

MORE TO SEE AND DO IN MOORABOOL

Events

Locals Night @ The Plough Bistro, Myrniong

Aug 6

5:30 pm – 8:30 pm17:30 – 20:305:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Locals Night @ The Plough Bistro, Myrniong

5:30 pm – 8:30 pm17:30 – 20:305:30 pm – 8:30 pm

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

5:30 pm – 8:30 pm17:30 – 20:305:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Aug 8

4:00 pm – 8:00 pm16:00 – 20:004:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Open Mic at Ballan Bakehouse & Bar

4:00 pm – 8:00 pm16:00 – 20:004:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Whether you're a seasoned performer or trying the stage for the very first time, Open Mic Night at Ballan Bakehouse & Bar is the perfect opportunity to share your talent in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere.

4:00 pm – 8:00 pm16:00 – 20:004:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Aug 9

12:00 pm – 3:00 pm12:00 – 15:0012:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Live Music and Plough Pizza

12:00 pm – 3:00 pm12:00 – 15:0012:00 pm – 3:00 pm

The clever crew from the Plough have something new for you, with live music and pizza sound every three weeks throughout 2026!

12:00 pm – 3:00 pm12:00 – 15:0012:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Aug 13

5:30 pm – 8:30 pm17:30 – 20:305:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Locals Night @ The Plough Bistro, Myrniong

5:30 pm – 8:30 pm17:30 – 20:305:30 pm – 8:30 pm

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

5:30 pm – 8:30 pm17:30 – 20:305:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Aug 15

10:00 am10:0010:00 am

Dragons at Kryal Castle

10:00 am10:0010:00 am

A flight of dragons is descending upon Kryal Castle for one weekend only!

10:00 am10:0010:00 am

Live Music with Bryan Sadler at the Ballan Bakehouse & Bar

Aug 15

5:30 pm – 7:30 pm17:30 – 19:305:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Live Music with Bryan Sadler at the Ballan Bakehouse & Bar

5:30 pm – 7:30 pm17:30 – 19:305:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Get your Saturday night started right with live music from singer/guitarist Bryan Sadler at Ballan Bakehouse & Bar.

5:30 pm – 7:30 pm17:30 – 19:305:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Winter Paint & Sip at Mount Egerton Recreation Reserve

Aug 15

6:30 pm – 9:00 pm18:30 – 21:006:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Winter Paint & Sip at Mount Egerton Recreation Reserve

6:30 pm – 9:00 pm18:30 – 21:006:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Shake off the winter blues with a fun-filled Winter Paint & Sip at the Mount Egerton Recreation Reserve.

6:30 pm – 9:00 pm18:30 – 21:006:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Luke Combs Tribute Show at the Commercial Hotel, Ballan

Aug 15

8:00 pm – 10:30 pm20:00 – 22:308:00 pm – 10:30 pm

Luke Combs Tribute Show at the Commercial Hotel, Ballan

8:00 pm – 10:30 pm20:00 – 22:308:00 pm – 10:30 pm

Country music fans are in for a fantastic night as TJR & The Longhorns bring their acclaimed Luke Combs Tribute Show to the Commercial Hotel Ballan.

8:00 pm – 10:30 pm20:00 – 22:308:00 pm – 10:30 pm

Aug 20

5:30 pm – 8:30 pm17:30 – 20:305:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Locals Night @ The Plough Bistro, Myrniong

5:30 pm – 8:30 pm17:30 – 20:305:30 pm – 8:30 pm

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

5:30 pm – 8:30 pm17:30 – 20:305:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Murder Mystery Night at Zest Licensed Café, Ballan

Aug 21

6:30 pm – 9:30 pm18:30 – 21:306:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Murder Mystery Night at Zest Licensed Café, Ballan

6:30 pm – 9:30 pm18:30 – 21:306:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Put your detective skills to the test at Zest Licensed Café's Murder Mystery Night, an interactive evening where glamour, suspense and great food combine for a memorable night out.

6:30 pm – 9:30 pm18:30 – 21:306:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Mind Games: Dinner and Show at the Plough, Myrniong

Aug 22

6:30 pm – 9:30 pm18:30 – 21:306:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Mind Games: Dinner and Show at the Plough, Myrniong

6:30 pm – 9:30 pm18:30 – 21:306:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Don’t miss the Mind Games Dinner and Show Experience at the Plough, starring Master Magician, Mark Mayer.

6:30 pm – 9:30 pm18:30 – 21:306:30 pm – 9:30 pm

SOS ABBA Tribute at St Anne's Winery, Myrniong

Aug 22

7:00 pm – 9:30 pm19:00 – 21:307:00 pm – 9:30 pm

SOS ABBA Tribute at St Anne's Winery, Myrniong

7:00 pm – 9:30 pm19:00 – 21:307:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Relive the magic of one of the world's most beloved pop groups as SOS performs ABBA's greatest hits in a spectacular live production complete with authentic costumes, choreography and a high-energy band.

7:00 pm – 9:30 pm19:00 – 21:307:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Lal Lal Photographic Group 14th Annual Photography Exhibition 2026

Aug 23

10:00 am – 4:00 pm10:00 – 16:0010:00 am – 4:00 pm

Lal Lal Photographic Group 14th Annual Photography Exhibition 2026

10:00 am – 4:00 pm10:00 – 16:0010:00 am – 4:00 pm

Join the Lal Lal Photographic Group for a stunning showcase of local talent and visual storytelling at the Lal Lal Soldiers Memorial Hall.

10:00 am – 4:00 pm10:00 – 16:0010:00 am – 4:00 pm

Aug 23

12:00 pm – 3:00 pm12:00 – 15:0012:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Live Music and Plough Pizza

12:00 pm – 3:00 pm12:00 – 15:0012:00 pm – 3:00 pm

The clever crew from the Plough have something new for you, with live music and pizza sound every three weeks throughout 2026!

12:00 pm – 3:00 pm12:00 – 15:0012:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Aug 27

5:30 pm – 8:30 pm17:30 – 20:305:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Locals Night @ The Plough Bistro, Myrniong

5:30 pm – 8:30 pm17:30 – 20:305:30 pm – 8:30 pm

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

5:30 pm – 8:30 pm17:30 – 20:305:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Pop Culture Trivia Night at Ballan Bakehouse and Bar

Aug 27

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm18:00 – 21:006:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Pop Culture Trivia Night at Ballan Bakehouse and Bar

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm18:00 – 21:006:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Grab your mates or come solo for good vibes, great food, and fun competition at Ballan Bakehouse and Bar’s Pop Culture Trivia Night.

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm18:00 – 21:006:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Aug 29

10:00 am10:0010:00 am

Medieval Mutts at Kryal Castle

10:00 am10:0010:00 am

Kryal Castle goes dog-friendly for Medieval Mutts, a weekend of pet parades, photo opportunities, market stalls and medieval fun

10:00 am10:0010:00 am

Aug 29

5:45 pm – 9:00 pm17:45 – 21:005:45 pm – 9:00 pm

Murder Mystery at Kryal Castle

5:45 pm – 9:00 pm17:45 – 21:005:45 pm – 9:00 pm

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

5:45 pm – 9:00 pm17:45 – 21:005:45 pm – 9:00 pm

Sept 3

5:30 pm – 9:30 pm17:30 – 21:305:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Locals Night @ The Plough Bistro, Myrniong

5:30 pm – 9:30 pm17:30 – 21:305:30 pm – 9:30 pm

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

5:30 pm – 9:30 pm17:30 – 21:305:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Sept 5

9:00 am – 1:00 pm09:00 – 13:009:00 am – 1:00 pm

Ballan Lions Market

9:00 am – 1:00 pm09:00 – 13:009:00 am – 1:00 pm

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

9:00 am – 1:00 pm09:00 – 13:009:00 am – 1:00 pm

Father’s Day Fire & Forge Festival at Kryal Castle

Sept 5

10:00 am10:0010:00 am

Father’s Day Fire & Forge Festival at Kryal Castle

10:00 am10:0010:00 am

Kryal Castle is turning Father’s Day into a weekend-long celebration with the Fire & Forge Festival.

10:00 am10:0010:00 am

Sept 6

11:30 am – 3:00 pm11:30 – 15:0011:30 am – 3:00 pm

Father's Day 2026 @ The Plough

11:30 am – 3:00 pm11:30 – 15:0011:30 am – 3:00 pm

Treat Dad to a sensational three-course lunch at the Plough this Father’s Day!

11:30 am – 3:00 pm11:30 – 15:0011:30 am – 3:00 pm

Sept 10

5:30 pm – 9:30 pm17:30 – 21:305:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Locals Night @ The Plough Bistro, Myrniong

5:30 pm – 9:30 pm17:30 – 21:305:30 pm – 9:30 pm

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

5:30 pm – 9:30 pm17:30 – 21:305:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Dark History Dinner and Tour at Kryal Castle

Sept 11

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm19:00 – 21:007:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Dark History Dinner and Tour at Kryal Castle

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm19:00 – 21:007:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Step inside the castle after dark for an exclusive night of grim history, shadowed corridors, and chilling tales from the medieval past.

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm19:00 – 21:007:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Sept 12

9:00 am – 1:00 pm09:00 – 13:009:00 am – 1:00 pm

Ballan Farmers Market

9:00 am – 1:00 pm09:00 – 13:009:00 am – 1:00 pm

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

9:00 am – 1:00 pm09:00 – 13:009:00 am – 1:00 pm

Sept 17

5:30 pm – 9:30 pm17:30 – 21:305:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Locals Night @ The Plough Bistro, Myrniong

5:30 pm – 9:30 pm17:30 – 21:305:30 pm – 9:30 pm

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

5:30 pm – 9:30 pm17:30 – 21:305:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Sept 19

10:00 am10:0010:00 am

Robin Hood at Kryal Castle

10:00 am10:0010:00 am

Meet Robin Hood and his merry men at Kryal Castle these spring school holidays, with jousting, archery, crafts, live performances and medieval fun.

10:00 am10:0010:00 am

Perfume Making Workshop at Mittens & Moods, Gordon

Sept 20

1:00 pm – 3:00 pm13:00 – 15:001:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Perfume Making Workshop at Mittens & Moods, Gordon

1:00 pm – 3:00 pm13:00 – 15:001:00 pm – 3:00 pm

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

1:00 pm – 3:00 pm13:00 – 15:001:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Sept 24

5:30 pm – 9:30 pm17:30 – 21:305:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Locals Night @ The Plough Bistro, Myrniong

5:30 pm – 9:30 pm17:30 – 21:305:30 pm – 9:30 pm

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

5:30 pm – 9:30 pm17:30 – 21:305:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Cooking Class at the Plough Bistro, Myrniong

Sept 25

12:00 pm – 3:00 pm12:00 – 15:0012:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Cooking Class at the Plough Bistro, Myrniong

12:00 pm – 3:00 pm12:00 – 15:0012:00 pm – 3:00 pm

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

12:00 pm – 3:00 pm12:00 – 15:0012:00 pm – 3:00 pm

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