Blackwood Hat Shoppe
Quality Harris Tweed and fur felt hats along with fashion hats of all kinds presented in an historic building.
Open Sat-Sun
Darley Market
Long-running and popular market, offering regional and local produce, home-made and a great selection of vintage and preloved items.
First and third Saturdays each month
Ballan Fresh Fruit and Veg
Fresh fruit and veg plus a juice bar and an amazing array of pantry, dairy, breads, pickles and sauces from local producers.
Open daily
MAPP Up in Lights Bacchus Marsh
One of two Moorabool Art Pathway Program (MAPP) outdoor galleries, a Council initiative showing the work of local artists 24 hours a day.
Open 24 hours
MAPP Up in Lights Ballan
One of two Moorabool Art Pathway Program (MAPP) outdoor galleries, a Council initiative showing the work of local artists 24 hours a day.
Open 24 hours
Sam’s Christmas Trees
For over 20 years, Sam's Christmas Trees have been supplying gorgeous pine trees which have been carefully pruned throughout their lives for that perfect yuletide look.
Fri - Sun throughout December
Our Lady Ta’ Pinu Shrine
A Catholic shrine dedicated to Our Lady of Ta’ Pinu, a Marian devotion that originated in the island of Gozo in Malta.
Open Mon-Sun
Montanah's Playroom
Montanah's Playroom is a modern retro toy shop in Ballan stocking a great range of excellent quality kids toys and craft products from top brands.
Open daily
St Annes Cellar Door
Visit St Anne’s huge bluestone cellar door inn Myrniong, offering free tastings of their wine range, along with from-the-barrel port sampling.
Open daily
Long Forest Nature Conservation Reserve
A 600-hectare protected area boasting over 400 native plant species and over 160 bird species. Car parks with information boards are located at the entrance to the Happy Valley Track and on Canopus Circuit.
Open 24 hours
Bacchus Marsh Visitor Information Centre
If you’re looking for the good oil on all that Bacchus Marsh has to offer, make the Bacchus Marsh Visitor Information Centre your first stop.
Mon - Fri: 9am - 5pm
Sat - Sun: 10am - 4pm
Werribee Gorge State Park
Werribee Gorge State Park has a selection of shorter and long loop walks to choose from. All walks are Grade 3, meaning a moderate level of fitness is required, walking on uneven ground with many steps, some rock hopping and steep hill sections involved.
Open 24 hours
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
Dellios Orchards
At Dellios Orchards, Bacchus Marsh, you can pick your own delicious cherries or take home a box of freshly picked, pre-packed cherries, perfect for Christmas.
Pickings are seasonal
On the Local Arts Trail: March 2025 Gallery Preview
Read about what’s happening at Moorabool’s local galleries this month in the monthly arts column at our news section.