Experience the excitement of the Australian Calisthenics Competition at the Royal South Street Society Ballarat Eisteddfod — Australia's premier eisteddfod and Victoria's largest youth performing arts pathway, inspiring performers since 1891.
Held as part of this iconic event, the Australian Calisthenics Competition began in 1903 and has grown into one of the largest of its kind in the country. Take your seat and enjoy one of Australia's most prestigious calisthenics showcases, featuring clubs from across Victoria, Western Australia, South Australia, New South Wales, the ACT and Queensland.
Audiences will be captivated by the unique blend of dance, singing, gymnastics, technical skill and teamwork that defines calisthenics. Celebrate the dedication, confidence and camaraderie of performers as they take to the stage. Show your support with enthusiastic applause.
Degustation is a new work from One Fell Swoop Circus that blends contemporary circus and fine dining into a shared sensory experience. Created with Chef Shu Liu of SHU Restaurant, the show unfolds like a tasting menu, with each course offering a unique moment of delight.
Seated around the stage, audiences enjoy five courses from Shu's award-winning degustation while six world-class acrobats perform. Acrobatics and cuisine share a language of flavour, weight, heat, breath, timing, texture and touch, creating an experience that engages the senses and invites audiences to be fully present.
Continuing One Fell Swoop Circus' exploration of human connection, Degustation focuses on pleasure, intimacy and the joy of gathering together. More than dinner and a show, it is a celebration of sensation, where food and performance shape and elevate one another, course by course. Shu's cuisine and One Fell Swoop's acrobatics are both technically ambitious yet warmly accessible, grounded in precision, surprise and the simple pleasure of sharing an experience.
Funny, immersive and deeply alive, Degustation invites audiences to sit close, savour the moment and live deliciously.
One Fell Swoop Circus has toured acclaimed productions throughout Australia, Asia, Europe, North America and New Zealand. Their production In Common won Best Circus at the 2023 Melbourne Fringe.
Each month a mixture of local, national or international authors visit Ballarat and Collins Booksellers on Lydiard are delighted to offer the opportunity for readers to meet them and listen to them speak about their writing, published work and experiences.
Please visit the website for information about the current author events.
This October, one2one Church of Christ Ballarat is transforming The Unicorn Collection into a vibrant showcase of local creative talent.
Created to Create brings together more than ten artists and makers from the community, spanning generations and disciplines, each with something unique to offer, and a shared passion behind their work. There will be an eclectic collection of paintings, drawings, woodwork, textiles, prints, photography, greeting cards, children's books and mixed-media pieces. Every work is available to purchase at accessible prices, with proceeds directly supporting young people for community ministry across Indonesia.
Old school trivia with old school prizes is at Aunty Jacks.
Ballarat's favourite trivia night is at Aunty Jacks every Wednesday, hosted by Spud.
It's free to play, with prizes and trivia glory on offer each week.
Don't want to play trivia? No worries, you can still join in and enjoy the great beer, food and company.
Book your table for trivia today and test your knowledge.
Join the team at Hop Temple every Wednesday night for Ballarat's most entertaining trivia event!
At their trivia night, they're all about turning up the fun factor with quirky rounds and exciting mini-games. Say goodbye to mundane questions and hello to fun filled evening, paired with laughter and surprises.
Best of all, it's absolutely free to play! Plus, they've got a fantastic prizes up for grabs each week, including beer, vouchers and the coveted title of trivia champion.
Not in the mood for trivia? No worries! You can still come along and enjoy their delicious food and top-tier beverages while soaking up the lively atmosphere.
Secure your spot by booking a table for trivia today.
Kaze Karaoke is at The Sporting Globe Ballarat on Thursday Nights.
From power ballads to party anthems, they've got the tracks — all they need is your voice. Grab your mates, grab a drink, and turn The Sporting Globe into Ballarat's biggest singalong.
The Sporting Globe is a place where fans, fanatics, friends and families can gather and celebrate their passion for sport.
They're more than a sports bar. With a mouth-watering selection of food and drinks, over 50 screens at every location including private booths with touchscreen televisions, The Sporting Globe is the best place to eat, drink and catch a game.
It's Rock Star Karaoke.
The mic is hot, the drinks are cold, and the stage is yours. Every Friday night at JD's the stage is set for Kaze Karaoke – where local stars shine and every voice gets heard.
Whether you are belting out classics, dropping the latest hits, or just cheering on your mates, it's always a night of laughs, music, and memories.
This exhibition offers paintings exploring the fragility of life, death and the moment in between. This constant is seen in landscapes, the human body and bodies of animals around you.
The Old Butchers Shop Gallery is a place to show the diversity and talent of Ballarat artists, with a different artist exhibiting each month.
Buninyong Village Market is a relaxed, community-focused market held every 5th Saturday of the month at the Buninyong Town Hall precinct.
Set in the heart of Buninyong, the market showcases a curated mix of local makers, artisans, designers and small businesses, offering handmade goods, creative products, gifts and seasonal finds. Visitors can enjoy a friendly village atmosphere, support local talent, and spend a leisurely afternoon browsing stalls, meeting the makers, and soaking up the charm of this historic township.
The Buninyong Village Market is perfect for families, locals and visitors looking for a slower-paced market experience with a strong sense of community and creativity.
Kaze Karaoke every Saturday night at The Cattleyards Inn Ballarat! Custom stage, excellent sound, the best mics, the most extensive song list and the friendliest staff plus live streams and loads of fun, all run by Ballarat's most experienced karaoke hosts with an awesome pub atmosphere. Come on down and live, laugh, love, sing! This is a Kaze Entertainment Event.
The Cattle Yards Inn is passionate about providing delicious and high-quality food! Eat in or take-away, drive-through bottle shop and more.
Every Saturday night you can join the team at Hop to finish off your night with live music from a variety of bands that are guaranteed to get you on your feet.
