Gong Gong, Ballarat

Beer and Bread by Aunty Jacks

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

10 Apr 2026 to 20 Dec 2026

Distance from: 6.8 kms | Price from: $45.00

Immerse yourself in a beer experience like no other as you familiarize yourself with a range of craft and accessible...

Introduction to Book Binding

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

29 Aug 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $335.00

Learn to bind a book with bookbinder and conservator, Debra Parry.In this full-day workshop, you will learn to create a...

Beginner Leather Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

14 Jun 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $410.00

A comprehensive beginner leather workshop exploring the use of patterns, leather selection, the use of basic hand tools, and techniques...

Kaze Karaoke: Thursday Nights at The Sporting Globe Ballarat

Community Event

9 Apr 2026 to 24 Dec 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: Free

Kaze Karaoke is at The Sporting Globe Ballarat on Thursday Nights.From power ballads to party anthems, they've got the tracks...

Cyanotype Photography Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

21 Nov 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $330.00

Explore and learn about a reproduction method from the very beginning of photography - cyanotype.Working with artisan Leon Moreau you...

Lacemaking Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

16 May 2026 to 17 May 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $530.00

Learn the art of lacemaking with Lindy de Wijn and Helen Crabb from the Victorian Branch of the Australian Lace...

Wet Felt Hat Making Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

15 Jul 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $250.00

Learn the art of wet felting and make your own hat with textile artist, Jo Barr.In this full-day workshop, you...

Natural Dye Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

16 May 2026 to 17 May 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $510.00

Learn to create a world of colour using natural dyes with Churchill Fellow, Heather Thomas.In this two-day workshop, you will...

Grainery Lane Gin Tasting and Blending Masterclass

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

11 Apr 2026 to 12 Dec 2026

Distance from: 6.8 kms | Price from: $79.00

Have you ever wondered how spirits are made and blended? Now is your chance to experience firsthand what it takes...

Vernacular Furniture Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

18 Apr 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: Not Available

Learn to make a three-legged stool with woodworker Robert Geddes.In this full-day workshop, you will spend the day learning the...

Piano by Request

Concert or Performance

11 Apr 2026 to 27 Jun 2026

Distance from: 6.5 kms | Price from: $10.00

Enjoy an evening of Piano Bar entertainment presented by their exceptional piano and superstar vocalists, as they take your song...

Colonial Tomahawk Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

21 Nov 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $490.00

Learn to make a Tomahawk with Rob Hayes.One of the most iconic items of the North American colonial era is...

Buninyong Village Market

Festivals and Celebrations

30 May 2026 to 31 Oct 2026

Distance from: 11.9 kms | Price from: Free

Buninyong Village Market is a relaxed, community-focused market held every 5th Saturday of the month at the Buninyong Town Hall...

Hop Temple Trivia

Food and Wine

8 Apr 2026 to 25 Nov 2026

Distance from: 6.7 kms | Price from: Not Available

Join the team at Hop Temple every Wednesday night for Ballarat's most entertaining trivia event!At their trivia night, they're all...

Drag Bingo

Concert or Performance

9 Apr 2026 to 25 Jun 2026

Distance from: 6.5 kms | Price from: $10.00

Introducing their beloved weekly event, Drag Bingo. Join in for an electrifying three-hour extravaganza of interactive entertainment, featuring dazzling drag...

Silversmithing Stone-setting Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

14 Nov 2026 to 15 Nov 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $655.00

Learn to bezel-set a stone in silver with artisan Rachel Grose. In this 2-day workshop you will discover how to...

Ballarat Antique Fair

Exhibition and Shows

22 May 2026 to 24 May 2026

Distance from: 6.8 kms | Price from: $12.00

The 55th Ballarat Antique Fair holds antiques and collectables to delight your senses.There will be 28 quality antique dealers from...

Armoursmithing Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

27 Jun 2026 to 28 Jun 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $775.00

Bring out your inner medieval warrior with this two-day armour smithing experience with armourer, Rob Hayes.Medieval armour reached its height...

Cane Rod Construction Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

21 Aug 2026 to 23 Aug 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $1350.00

Join cane rod makers David Anderson and Ken Bradbrook from Riverstoned Cane Rods for this three-day intensive cane rod construction...

G&Tea at Grainery Lane

Food and Wine

12 Apr 2026 to 20 Dec 2026

Distance from: 6.8 kms | Price from: $0.00

Enjoy free flowing Grainey Lane Gin Teapot Cocktails perfectly paired with a selection of delectable bites. The perfect Sunday catch-up...

Meet the Maker – Pyrenees Cellar Door

Food and Wine

10 Apr 2026 to 15 May 2026

Distance from: 6.7 kms | Price from: Not Available

Popping up at The George Hotel Ballarat, the Pyrenees wineries and their cellar door experience is coming to you in...

Celebrating CresFest at Creswick Mill

Exhibition and Shows

10 Apr 2026 to 12 Apr 2026

Distance from: 16.1 kms | Price from: Free

Visit Creswick Woollen Mills for CresFest Weekend 2026.Enjoy an amazing selection of performances throughout the weekend at their Mill Museum....

Hand-forming Tableware Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

5 Jul 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $280.00

Learn the basics of hand-forming tableware utilising household objects with ceramic artist Minna Graham.In this half-day workshop, you will learn...

Stained Glass Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

10 Oct 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $365.00

Learn to create a small glass panel in the copper foil / Tiffany technique with stained glass artist Daniella Acciarito.Learn...

Leatherwork Hip Pouch Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

31 May 2026 to 23 Aug 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $245.00

Learn to make a stitched leather hip pouch with leather crafter Alexander Stone.In this one-day workshop, you will learn to...

Introduction to Wood Turning

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

11 Oct 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $540.00

Try your hand at wood turning with Brendon Collins.In this full-day workshop, you will be introduced to the fundamentals of...

Introduction to Tapestry Weaving at the Rare Trades Centre

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

18 Apr 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $390.00

Explore the basics of tapestry weaving with master artisan Tim Gresham.Learn the techniques of warping a wooden loom and the...

Wet Felt Flower Making Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

16 Jul 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $155.00

Learn the basics of wet felting with textile artist, Jo Barr.In this half-day workshop, you will learn wet felting techniques...

Mother’s Day High Tea at The Shared Table

Food and Wine

10 May 2026

Distance from: 11.9 kms | Price from: $75.00

Celebrate Mum with a beautifully curated Mother's Day High Tea, crafted with The Shared Table's signature seasonal, local and heartfelt...

Introduction to Lino Printing

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

13 Jun 2026 to 5 Dec 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $150.00

From political posters to fine art, lino printing has left its mark on history as a bold and accessible way...

Intermediate Leatherworking Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

25 Oct 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $365.00

Channel your inner pirate with leather artisan Alexander Stone.Learn to read a pattern, choose the right leather for the job,...

Intermediate Hatching Tapestry Weaving

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

15 Aug 2026 to 16 Aug 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $325.00

Learn intermediate tapestry weaving techniques with tapestry weaver, Tim Gresham.In this two-day workshop, you will learn the technique of hatching....

Introduction to Dry Stone Walling

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

21 Nov 2026 to 22 Nov 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $630.00

Learn the art of dry stone walling with Dry Stone Walling Association Great Britain accredited instructor, Emma KnowlesTwo day workshop...

Silversmithing Cuttlefish Casting Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

10 Oct 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $405.00

Embark on an exciting journey into the ancient art of cuttlefish casting with Rachel Grose.In this full-day workshop, you will...

Introduction to Stone Letter Carving

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

2 May 2026 to 20 Sep 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $485.00

Learn to make your own stone carved letters with letter carver and calligrapher, Greg Hanlon.In this two-day workshop you will...

Introduction to Bronze Sand Casting and Leatherwork

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

17 Oct 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $425.00

Learn to make a belt hook and belt inspired by the pre-Roman Jastorf culture with Sam Bloomfield.In this full-day workshop,...

Jimmy Possum Chair Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

1 Oct 2026 to 4 Oct 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $1350.00

Step inside the story of an Australian icon in this immersive four-day Jimmy Possum Chair workshop.With rare behind-the-scenes access to...

Sloyd Knifemaking Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

4 Jul 2026 to 5 Jul 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $690.00

Learn to make your own high-quality carving tools with Toolmaker, Pete Trott.This two-day workshop will cover the making of Sloyd...

Underbust Corset Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

1 May 2026 to 1 Nov 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $1195.00

Learn to make an underbust corset with Catherine Irving of Crystal Pegasus Costumes.In this three-day workshop, you will learn to...

Chase the Lines Wood Carving Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

28 Sep 2026 to 2 Oct 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $1580.00

Spend the week with artisan Hape Kiddle, exploring how to identify and capture forms found in space through carving fine...

Locksmithing Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

9 May 2026 to 7 Nov 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $390.00

Learn the ancient art of locksmithing with locksmith Aaron Smith.In this full-day workshop, you will make your own brass padlock...

Relief Carving Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

4 Jul 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $360.00

Learn the art of relief carving with woodworker Olivia O'Connor.This is a day-long class where you will get a feel...

Intermediate Leadlight Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

11 Jul 2026 to 12 Jul 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $360.00

Extend your leadlight skills with artisan Dani Acciarito by learning to fashion a 3D object in vintage glass and copper...

Introduction to Soft Limestone Carving

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

5 Sep 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $250.00

In this full-day introductory workshop, you will learn the basics of soft limestone sculpting with sculptor Kim Bellette.South Eastern Limestone...

Traditional Watercolour Paint Making

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

11 Jul 2026 to 12 Jul 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $375.00

Learn to make watercolour paint with pigment and paint maker Jeremy Parker.This workshop is an introduction to the incredible art...

Silversmithing Jewellery Set Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

12 Sep 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $465.00

Learn to make a matching set of bangle, earrings and pendant in precious silver with silversmith, Rachel Grose.In this full-day...

Ballarat Farmers Market Twilight Christmas Market

Markets

18 Dec 2026

Distance from: 9.6 kms | Price from: Free

On a Friday night just before Christmas, Ballarat Farmers Market holds a very special market focusing on gifts, artwork, jewellery,...

Luke Kidgell: Good Intentions – Ballarat

Concert or Performance

6 Jun 2026

Distance from: 6.7 kms | Price from: $55.00

Luke Kidgell continues his new World Tour in Australia in 2026. Luke is known for his viral crowd-work interactions that...

Introductory Blacksmithing Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

19 Sep 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $345.00

Learn the basics of blacksmithing with blacksmith and sculptor David Graham.This full-day introduction to blacksmithing will cover safety in the...

Intermediate Colour Mixing Tapestry Weaving Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

24 Oct 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $200.00

Learn intermediate tapestry weaving techniques with tapestry weaver Joy Smith. Learn to mix colours in tapestry weaving by blending fine...

Wadawurrung Weaving Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

29 Aug 2026 to 7 Nov 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $150.00

Learn traditional weaving techniques with Wadawurrung woman, Tammy Gilson. Practice wrapping, coiling, shaping and stitching natural fibres to make an...

Silversmithing Metal Clay Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

18 Jul 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $410.00

Have you every wished you could capture the delicate textures of a leaf or the intricate form of a seedpod...

Democratic Chairmaking Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

29 Jul 2026 to 2 Aug 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: Not Available

Begin your journey into the world of chairmaking with Windsor Chairmaker, Jon Grant from Tasmania.In this 5-day intensive you will...

Netsuke Carving Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

7 Aug 2026 to 9 Aug 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $980.00

Learn the ancient art of netsuke wood carving with master wood carver Hape Kiddle.In this three-day workshop, you will learn...

Creswick Woollen Mills – The Original Recycler – Ballarat Heritage Weekend

Community Event

21 May 2026 to 24 May 2026

Distance from: 16.3 kms | Price from: Free

Join the team at Creswick Woollen Mill to celebrate the Ballarat Heritage Weekend 2026. Creswick Woollen Mills - The original...

Natural Dye Wool Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

5 Sep 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $340.00

Learn to create colour using natural dyes with Churchill Fellow, Heather Thomas.In this full day workshop, you will learn to...

Auto Fest Ballarat

Community Event

19 Apr 2026

Distance from: 10.2 kms | Price from: $1.00

A fun day for the entire family. Cars, motorcycles, show and shine, trade and market stalls, Elite Hall Motorcycles, raffles...

White Coopering Bucket Making Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

23 May 2026 to 8 Nov 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: $615.00

Learn the craft of the cooper with Tony Adams.This two-day workshop is an introduction to the craft of the cooper...

National Trust Anderson’s Mill Heritage Weekend

Community Event

9 May 2026 to 10 May 2026

Distance from: 23.0 kms | Price from: Free

The eighth National Trust Anderson's Mill Heritage Weekend is a volunteer based community event that showcases Anderson's Mill and the...

Kaze Karaoke: Friday Nights at JD’s Bar and Lounge Ballarat

Community Event

10 Apr 2026 to 18 Dec 2026

Distance from: 6.6 kms | Price from: Free

It's Rock Star Karaoke.The mic is hot, the drinks are cold, and the stage is yours. Every Friday night at...