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Festivals & Events
Arts, culture, food, wine and music - this region has an abundance of ingredients for a fabulous calendar of festivals and events all year round, rich in diversity and full of passion. Our festivals and events provide experiences to be relished and enjoyed with families and friends.
Discover signature wines at Budburst Festival, the finest artists at the Castlemaine State Festival, a love of books at Clunes Booktown, or explore stunning gardens at one of our many open garden events. Be part of ChillOut, Australia’s biggest and longest-running country queer pride event.
Experience a month-long celebration of events, nature experiences, autumn produce and creativity at the Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival. Choose from concerts, exhibitions and more at the Woodend Winter Arts Festival, or enjoy a curated selection of films at Castlemaine Documentary Festival.
And if you’re after something a little quirky, there’s the Great Trentham Spudfest – celebrating all things potato, or Harcourt Applefest – celebrating all things apple. Whatever the season and whatever your interest, this is a region with a reputation that delivers.
Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival
Join the month-long Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival celebration throughout April. Less than an…
Kokedama Workshop in the Macedon Ranges
Spend a couple of blissful hours learning the zen art of creating Kokedamas in this workshop…
Daylesford Christ Church Concert Series
Come and enjoy exquisite chamber music concerts in the intimate and beautiful setting of…
Aqua Bliss - Magnesium Wellness Experience with Janine Granger
Indulge in a luxurious 2.5 hour wellness experience at 17pounds.Calm your mind and rejuvenate…
The Great Trentham Spudfest
The historic town of Trentham celebrates its long history of potato growing with The Great…
Choirboys - Great Australian Rock N Roll Stories - Castlemaine
Back in 1978, a group of twenty-something mates from Sydney's Northern Beaches formed a band…
Kitty Flanagan - Glad Game - Kyneton
Kitty Flanagan is coming to Kyneton with her new stand-up show. Asking but not necessarily…
Introduction to Beekeeping
An immersive beekeeping experience for individuals keen to learn about the Art of Beekeeping…
Art in the Vines Sculpture Exhibition
Visit Hanging Rock Winery to experience Art in the Vines Sculpture Exhibition.Wander a trail…
Healing with Horses and Wellness Retreats
Experience the healing power of horses in these unique and inspiring retreats. These are…
Ozact's The Tempest in Hepburn
Ozact Theatre Company presents William Shakespeare's The Tempest.Banished to a remote island,…
Dean Kite Festival
The Dean Kite Festival is a family-friendly opportunity to have some good old fashioned fun…
The Art of Gold - Treasures from the National Gallery of Australia
The 12 gold jewellery items on display are on long-term loan from the National Gallery of…
Hanging Rock Craft and Food Market
Hanging Rock Market is a quality arts, crafts and gourmet food market set at the beautiful…
Katherine Warburton Exhibition at Daylesford Cider
Art Series is a year-round program of intimate exhibitions featuring the work of local…
Dave Hughes - Cooked - Castlemaine
There is no one else that comes close to the phenomenon that is Dave Hughes. Behind that…
Illustration Workshop - Ink and Watercolour Wash
Join local artist Linda Newton in this full-day drawing and painting class where you learn to…
Glass Lightcatcher Workshop
Create your very own glass light catcher in this one day workshop in the Macedon Ranges. Using…
Daylesford Sunday Market
The Daylesford Sunday Market is operated by the Daylesford Spa Country Railway and together…
Daylesford Farmers Market
The region around Daylesford is renowned for its fresh produce and artisanal foodstuffs, and…
Glenlyon Sports Day
Visiting Hepburn Shire across the New Year break? Join in the fun of the popular Glenlyon…
Introduction to Bookbinding Workshop
This introduction to bookbinding workshop is the perfect way to dip your toe in the world of…
Intro to Leadlight Windows Weekend
Learn the traditional craft of Leadlighting in this intensive weekend workshop in Kyneton,…
Maryborough Energy Breakthrough
The Maryborough Energy Breakthrough is Australia’s largest school-based event of its kind,…
Trentham Easter Art and Craft Show
The Trentham Easter Art and Craft Show is held in the picturesque town of Trentham. Its…
All Day Eco-Printing Workshop
Step into the magical world of eco-printing and learn to print nature's abundance in the…
Electric Guitar Making Courses
Immerse yourself in the art of guitar making. A truly unique experience awaits you at Wildwood…
The Brian Jonestown Massacre - Castlemaine
Cult psych drone collective The Brian Jonestown Massacre bring their sonically immersive live…
Creswick Market
Creswick Market is a much-loved local event, with the true relaxed feel of a regional…
Botanical Still Life Workshop
Join Emily in an all-day Botanical Still Life Workshop where you will be given your own art…
Trentham Farmers' Market
Trentham Farmers' Market is held on the third Saturday of every month in the Town Square and…
Lost Trades Fair
Experience the craft, skill, knowledge and enduring pursuit of hand-made excellence. Lost…
Run The Rock
Run the Rock invites you to challenge yourself at Hanging Rock – a truly one-of-a-kind event…
Hatch, Match and Despatch Exhibition
Daylesford Museum is home to the largest archive of historical artefacts and documents in the…
Current Exhibitions at The Convent Gallery
Visit Daylesford's most beautiful art gallery, inside a lovingly restored old convent. The…
Wet and Needle Felting Workshop
In this three hour introduction to Wet and Needle Felting Workshop, you will learn the basics…
Full Day Printmaking Workshop - Relief Printing
Looking for unique things to do in the Macedon Ranges? Learn the basics of printmaking in this…
Castlemaine Artists Market
Showcasing over 60 established and emerging artists, designers, and craftspeople, the…
Glass Fusing Workshop - Beginners Glass Workshop
In this art glass workshop, you will discover a new medium and have fun with friends while…
Seasonal Market at the Historic Trentham Railway Station
This seasonal market is a lively gathering place where the community comes together to enjoy a…
Castlemaine Farmers' Market
Simply superb local produce.The Castlemaine Farmers' Market has been supporting local farmers…
Floating Mineral Sound Bath Healing Meditation
Join them for a transformative Magnesium Mineral Sound Bath Experience at 17pounds Country…
Capturing the Wild – A series of photographs and paintings by Milton Moss
Maryborough artist Milton Moss presents an array of paintings and photographs from the Moolort…
Introduction to Sourdough Baking Class
At Dairy Flat Farm, they focus on slow fermented sourdough baguettes and loaves. They utilise…
CresFest 2026
CresFest is about the joy of live music – playing it, hearing it, watching it, dancing to it,…
