Best of Ballarat – March 2018

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16–25 March, 2018

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Welcome to BALLARAT

The name “Ballaarat” is derived from the Wathaurung Aboriginal name for the area, balla arat, meaning “resting place”. Built on fortunes made from the 1850s gold rush, Ballarat is known for its rich history, culture and beautifully preserved Victorian era architecture.

Ballarat is still yielding treasure today, in the form of quirky shops, hidden bars and worldclass cafés and restaurants... not to mention our lively music, art and performance scene.

Best of Ballarat has been created to help visitors and locals make the most of what Ballarat has to offer... so start exploring!!

Billy's Bistro & Bar

Eat & Drink

Ballaratians are spoilt for choice when it comes to eating out. You’ll find a strong and vibrant cafe culture just like in the big smoke. Farm-gate to plate doesn’t come any fresher than direct from the heartland of regional Victoria. Gourmet menus matched with boutique local wines can be savoured in intimate restaurants, or sample hand-crafted beer and hearty pub fare in rejuvenated historic venues. Ballarat is a foodie’s delight.

Meigas

A traditional Spanish tapas bar and restaurant, at Meigas it’s all about sharing and enjoying a different cultural experience, while sampling a variety of traditional dishes from all over Spain.

Tue – Sat 12pm til late, Sun 12 – 4pm

33 Armstrong St Nth 5331 9444

Aroma of India

North Indian Cuisine dine-in (BYO), take-away & delivery available ($30 min.)

Free rice with every curry. Lunch Deals: $9 veg, $10.50 non veg. Buffet Fri & Sat night

Lunch Mon – Fri 12 – 2:30pm

Dinner 7 Days 5 – 10pm

432 Sturt St

5340 0844

aromaofindia.com.au

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Temple

Hop Temple is the place to eat, drink and socialise in Ballarat. Hop Temple pays homage to the frothy beverage itself. A place of appreciation, to worship beer – not just craft beer, but all beer –Hop does not discriminate.

Rear of 24-28 Armstrong St 5317 7158

hoptemple.com.au

Ballarista

A small comfortable cafe serving excellent coffee, light meals and nice sweet things. The prices are low and the service friendly. A great escape from daily pressures, recommended by a large, loyal following of satisfied customers.

Mon – Fri 8am – 4pm

2A Lydiard St Sth

Ballarista

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Red Duck has been brewing craft beers for over 11 years. We offer a small cellar door experience where you can taste & purchase some of our many delicious all-natural beers. Mon – Fri 10am – 4pm Sat 12 – 5pm

11A Michaels Drive

Alfredton 5332 0723

redduckbeer.com.au

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Experience our beers with a tasting paddle or by the glass. The bar also offers local cider and wines, bar snacks and light meals. Relax on our comfortable couches in a family friendly environment.

Open Wed – Sun from noon.

884 Humffray St Sth

Mount Pleasant

cubbyhausbrewing.com.au

Ballarat’s friendly gastro pub. Great range of craft beers and an extensive menu with a difference. Award winning coffee by Beat. Great staff and service. Lunch & Dinner

Mon-Sat, Sun Lunch Family Roast (bookings only)

themunsterarmshotel.com.au

10 Victoria St

Bakery Hill

5332 2323

Open 7 days

47 Mair St 5332 7031

athleticclubbrewery.com.au

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Located in the heart of Ballarat, we are the Ballarat community’s family owned small batch brewery. Boasting an eclectic range of beer styles, we promise to give you a taste of Ballarat you won’t soon forget.

Munster Arms Hotel

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Carboni’s Italian Kitchen

Billy’s Bistro & Bar

A menu created from only the freshest local produce, Carboni’s Italian Kitchen offers an authentic Italian dining experience. Enjoy drinks in the refurbished bar and the modern ambience of this lively place.

Mon – Fri 11 – 3 / 5 – 9

Sat – Sun 8 – 3 / 5 – 9

152 Eureka St 5331 2184

carbonis.com.au

Kilderkin Distillery is rapidly becoming known for its high quality artisan gins. a SCOUNDREL is a dry gin and THE Larrikin is an Australian gin. Available at our Cellar Door. Mon – Fri 10 – 4, Sat 12 – 5

11A Michaels Drive

Alfredton 5332 0723

kilderkindistillery.com.au

Enjoy a feast of good food every day at Billy’s Bistro & Bar. Choose a sharing platter or an individual serving from Billy’s Mediterranean inspired menu. All our ingredients are fresh from the market daily. Open daily from 7am

Last orders 9pm

613 Main Rd 1800 881 627 (opposite Sovereign Hill)

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The Lost Ones

A welcoming den of fine wine, spirits, cocktails and European-influenced bar food. Our mellow, old-world ambience encourages you to linger in conversation and enjoy Ballarat’s finest food and drinks.

Wed – Fri 2 – 11, Sat 11 – 11, Sun 11 – 7

14 Camp St (via alley)

4343 1754

thelostones.com.au

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Explore the exciting flavours of delicious Indian & fusion cuisine, using the freshest local produce paired with home grown aromatic spices. Perfect for a romantic night out, a business lunch or a family meal.

Lunch Thu – Sun 12 – 2:30pm

Dinner Tue – Sun 5 – 10pm

602 Eureka St 4343 2860 indiangrillballarat.com.au

Serving fresh and contemporary seasonal foods, with a particular passion for cakes and sweets. Family friendly with a peaceful outlook over the Eureka Stockade Memorial Gardens. Access to the café is independent of the museum. Open 7 days 10am – 4pm

102 Stawell St Sth 1800 287 113 made.org

Retail Therapy

The shopping hubs of Sturt St and Bridge Mall cater for almost anything you could need, but delve a little further and you’ll find some hidden gems. Ballarat’s shopkeepers bring colour to our streets in the form of beautifully curated spaces. Pay them a visit and find out why residents of our city love to #buylocalballarat.

The Crafty Squirrel

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The shop & studio of textile artist & designer Morgan Wills, The Crafty Squirrel stocks pieces from the designer’s label + vintage treasures, craft kits, gorgeous haberdashery & gifts collected from around the world.

Thu & Fri 10 – 5, Sat 10 – 4

Cnr Errard & Urquhart Sts

5331 4548

thecraftysquirrel.com.au

Whether it’s for coffee and cake or a fashion shopping extravaganza Studio g.a.s Ballarat is a destination must!

A quaint little store whose eclectic fashion style sets the perfect foundation for a mix ‘n match smorgasbord between labels, styles and shoes.

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A paper circus, a wind-up scooter girl, journals, baskets, stationery, felt, books, cards... Playing in the Attic is a curious extraordinarium of all wondrous things encouraging you to play! At the entrance of the iconic Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute.

Open Wed – Sat 10am – 4pm.

119A Sturt St 0428 580 309

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Three Times Blest

We are a small boutique specialising in clothing & homewares, located in Buninyong. Sourcing only the finest Australian labels, we personally select every item in store. Garden art decor now available. We look forward to welcoming you! Open Tue – Sat.

308A Warrenheip St, Buninyong

4344 4164

threetimesblest.com.au

Hattie and the Wolf

Hattie and the Wolf offers a carefully curated selection of giftware, clothing, accessories and homewares from independent designers and makers. A ‘must visit’ creative hub for the social and eco conscious shopper.

Tue 11-4, Wed-Fri 10-5, Sat 10-2

218A Skipton St

0429 852 438

hattieandthewolf.com.au

Welcomes you

on the 1st Saturday of every month from 9am-1pm for Quality Gifts from Local Designers

In collaboration with the Bridge Mall Farmers Market - Find us in the Norwich Plaza

Attractions & Tours

One of Australia’s best preserved heritage cities, Ballarat will have you intrigued with her grand historic buildings, beautiful gardens and cobbled laneways. Ballarat’s many museums and tours bring history to life, revealing secrets and stories of times past. With so much on offer in Ballarat you may just want to extend your stay!

Eerie Tours Ballarat Aradale Ghost Tours

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Escapade

The Lost Temple will test your mental strength as you solve a series of puzzles to find The Source of All Knowledge. Pick a team of 2-5 people and test yourselves out to solve the puzzle within 60 minutes. Open every day.

Ride an authentic Ballarat tram (some over 100 years old). Buy real tram tickets from the conductor and travel 1.3km of original track through the beautiful Botanical Gardens on the west side of Lake Wendouree. Open weekends, school and public holidays. Wendouree Parade

5334 1580

btm.org.au

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Discover Ballarat’s dark side with the Ballarat Ghost Tour and Ballarat Old Cemetery Tour. Explore underground buildings, alleyways and the remains of the Old Ballarat Gaol, or Australia’s premier Goldrush cemetery.

Eerie Tours 1300 856 668

eerietours.com.au

Aradale Ghost Tours takes you through Australia’s largest abandoned lunatic asylum. 2 hour Ghost Tours, investigation tours and 6 hour Ultimate tours available. One of the most popular ghost tours in the country.

Eerie Tours 1300 856 668

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Gold & Relics Gold Prospecting Adventures

The Official Dr Blake Ballarat Tours

Experience gold prospecting in the beautiful Creswick State Forest with knowledgeable guides to help you every step of the way. We run half day and full day adventures, along with private tours with one-on-one access to our most experienced guides.

Private Tours: Mon – Wed

Group Tours: Fri – Sun

1300 882 199

goldandrelics.com.au

Home of the original Eureka Flag. What is democracy and why do we care? How did the Eureka Stockade influence democracy in Australia? Find out more at MADE. Cafe open daily. Open 10am – 5pm seven days a week.

102 Stawell St Sth

1800 287 113

@MADEBallarat

24 March to 27 May 2018

An exhibition revealing the artist’s work processes, from sketches made in the field to magnificent oil paintings.

Curated by Dr Ruth Pullin

ARTIST–TRAVELLER

artgalleryofballarat.com.au

Eugene von Guérard Aborigines met on the road to the diggings (detail) 1854 oil on canvas Geelong Gallery

Gift of W Max Bell and Norman Belcher, 1923

Creativity & Culture

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The visual arts are alive and well in Ballarat. Home to Australia’s oldest regional art gallery, Ballarat is attracting major festivals whilst enjoying a strong local arts scene. A short walk will take you from the historic statues of Sturt St, to the Art Gallery of Ballarat and through to the Camp St arts precinct. Make sure to check out the exhibition listings in our What’s On section.

John McCrae, Amirah & Jaden Spot the Arab - Backspace Gallery

The Lost Ones

Contemporary Art Gallery

The Lost Ones is a contemporary art gallery and wine bar in the heart of heritage Ballarat. Housed in an 1870s Masonic temple, The Lost Ones hosts exhibitions, workshops, performances, art classes and more.

Wed-Sun 11am – 4pm

14 Camp St

4343 1754

thelostones.com.au

Enjoy one of the best collections of Australian art in the country, with leading artists from all eras represented. Catch one of the exciting exhibitions, browse the shop or enjoy great food in the café.

Open daily 10am – 5pm

40 Lydiard St Nth

5320 5858

artgalleryofballarat.com.au

In the shadow of summer: an exploration of design through Bonsai - Art Gallery of Ballarat

What’s On

What’s on? .....plenty!

Our mission is to make sure you never miss an event. And we’d love to see visitors sharing these experiences with the locals - what better way to get under the skin of a city? There’s so much to do each month in Ballarat: exhibitions, comedy, theatre, live music, film screenings, markets and so much more. Get amongst it!

Harmony Fest

EXHIBITIONS

UNTIL 3 MAR SCOPE18

FedUni’s Arts Academy annual exhibition showcases an inspired and rich mix of work by visual arts staff working in ceramics, painting, photography, design, drawing and printmaking.

Post Office Gallery Cnr Sturt & Lydiard St

UNTIL 12 MAR

NEXT GEN 2018

Showcasing the work of students from the Ballarat & Grampians region, who have just completed VCE studies in Art, Studio Arts, Design & Technology, Visual Communication and Design & Media.

Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth

UNTIL 19 MAR

WHAT’S IN THE BOX?

BOAA’s travelling preview exhibition returns to showcase a selection of the 150 artists chosen for BOAA (Biennale of Australian Art) 2018.

The Gallery Lounge at Mercure Ballarat

613 Main Rd

1 - 18 MAR

SPOT THE ARAB

Photographs by John McRae that reflect upon issues of religion, race, gender, orientation, nationality and freedom. Opening: Thu 8 Mar, 6pm.

Backspace Gallery 15 Camp St

2 - 31 MAR

PRINTS BY BRENDAN COOPER

ContainART Mobile Gallery (viewing 24/7)

Invermay Recreation Reserve, Muscatel St

2 - 31 MAR

PERSONAL STUFF

Paintings by David Mellows

Unicorn Lane Gallery (viewing 24/7)

Laneway next to The Unicorn, 131 Sturt St

3 - 31 MAR

ALLEGORY

Paintings by Diokno Pasilan

Allegory is a series of paintings representing memory and dialogue through experience within my art practice and locality.

RAT Gallery at Ballarista 2A Lydiard St Sth

3 MAR - 6 MAY ANIMALIA AUSTRALIS

This exhibition celebrates the first encounters between white explorers, scientists and settlers with the animals of the Southern Continent and highlights the prevailing perceptions and depictions of native fauna of the period.

Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth

3 MAR - 11 JUN IN OCCUPATION: PASTORAL SETTLEMENT IN THE WIMMERA

Ten watercolour sketches by an anonymous colonial artist who visited pastoral settlements in the SE Wimmera district, plus silhouette portraits of the inhabitants of the properties, pastoral maps, photographs of the original views today, and artefacts gathered on the homestead sites.

Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth

9 - 12 MAR

IN THE SHADOW OF SUMMER:

AN EXPLORATION OF DESIGN THROUGH BONSAI

Bonsai is not a form of garden decoration, it's a way of contemplating and paying reverence to the natural world. A rare opportunity to see the highest quality bonsai in a gallery setting - 25 mature trees from the collection of Jeff Barry - together with a selection of contemporary Australian ceramics similarly inspired by Japanese aesthetic traditions.

Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth

10 - 12 MAR

STITCHES FROM A GOLDEN CITY

Biannual exhibition of the Ballarat branch of The Embroiderers Guild, Victoria.

St Patrick's Cathedral Hall Dawson St Sth

16 MAR - 7 APR

GOLDEN PLAINS: RECENT WORKS BY RUBY PILVEN & PETER PILVEN

A joint exhibition by Ballarat ceramic artists Peter and Ruby Pilven. The sculptural works have been influenced by the natural surroundings of the Golden Plains Shire and Ballarat’s rich cultural heritage. Opening: Sat 17 Mar, 4pm.

Post Office Gallery Cnr Sturt & Lydiard St

17 - 18 MAR & 24 - 25 MAR

GOLDEN PLAINS ARTS TRAIL

Discover artists at work, group & individual shows and venues as diverse as sheds, living rooms, studios and wineries, with live music, delicious food and family entertainment adding to the fun. artstrail.com.au

BOAA 2018 tickets are now on sale!!!

BOAA - Biennale of Australian Art - will be the largest showcase of living Australian artists ever presented. 150 artists, 60 solo exhibitions, lake side sculpture, outdoor projects, performance art/happenings and much, MUCH more...

Visit www.boaa.net.au/tickets to get your tickets now!!

Ballarat, 21 September - 6 November 2018

What’s in the BOX ? returns to Ballarat and is now showing at The Mercure Hotel & Convention Centre.

What’s in the BOX? is BOAA’s travelling preview exhibition showcasing a selection of our 2018 artists.

The Mecure

613 Main St, Ballarat

9 Feb - 19 March

Images: Pimpisa Tinpalit, Faridah Cameron

Michael Le Grand

22 MAR - 8 APR DRAWING BREATH

The Wednesday Group. Seven professional artists and creative directors explore drawing as the foundation of their practice.

Opening: Sat 24 Mar, 2pm.

Backspace Gallery 15 Camp St

24 MAR - 27 MAY

EUGENE VON GUÉRARD: ARTIST–TRAVELLER

This remarkable exhibition tells the story of the art of Austrian-born artist Eugene von Guérard, the preeminent landscape painter of colonial Australia. It focuses on his life of travel and adventure, through the sketchbooks that he treasured. During his 28 years in Australia, he filled twenty-two sketchbooks with drawings that capture his sense of wonder at the diversity and beauty of the natural environments through which he travelled. This exhibition offers the visitor the rare opportunity to trace the evolution of a work from the sketchbook to the final studio painting, in examples which include some of von Guérard’s best known and most important paintings.

Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth

Ballarat Society of Artists

36thAnnual Exhibition

30 MAR - 2 APR

36th ANNUAL EXHIBITION

An exhibition of artwork from members of The Ballarat Society of Artists over the Easter weekend. All genres and mediums represented with most work for sale, including cards.

Combine it with a visit to the renowned Begonia Display in the adjacent conservatory.

Opening: Fri 30 Mar, 2pm.

Robert Clarke Centre

Ballarat Botanical Gardens, Wendouree Pde

EXHIBITIONS THROUGHOUT MARCH

ALANA HOLMBERG: RESIST LAUGHTER

Alana’s images are from Turkey, investigating the power structures of the region and the impact they’ve had on the populace. Inspired by a tweet, an image of young women laughing in the street and the words #direnkahkaha (resist laughter), the post was shared by Turkish women to protest comments by the country’s Deputy Prime Minister who said women should not laugh in public.

The Lost Ones Contemporary Art Gallery

14 Camp St

BECKLER’S BOTANICAL BOUNTY: THE FLORA OF MENINDIE

An exhibition inspired by the 150th anniversary of the Victorian Exploring Expedition (VEE), better known as the Burke and Wills Expedition, and the work of pioneer botanical collector Dr Hermann Beckler. Over eight consecutive years, 26 artists visited Beckler’s collecting grounds to locate, collect, preserve and illustrate the same 120 plant species he collected in 1860–61.

Art Gallery of Ballarat

40 Lydiard St Nth

KENNETH JACK RETROSPECTIVE

Over 50 signed original artworks by renowned Australian artist Kenneth Jack, all in pristine condition directly from the artist’s studio.

30 MARCH

Official Opening: Fri 30 March 2pm

10am – 5pm

Robert Clarke Centre

Opening: Fri 2 Mar, 5:30pm.

Gallery on Sturt 421 Sturt St

COOPER

Watercolour sketches by Denise Adams. Macspace Gallery at Radmac

(Mon 17th 10am – 4pm)

Ballarat Botanical Gardens, Wendouree Parade

Robert Clarke Centre, Botanical Gardens, Wendouree Parade, Ballarat.

110 Armstrong St Sth

BALLARAT SOCIETY OF ARTISTS

VENUES

Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth 5320 5858 • artgalleryofballarat.com.au

Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute 117 Sturt St 5331 3042 • ballaratmi.org.au

Ballarat Mining Exchange 12 Lydiard St Nth 5333 5888

Flying Horse Ballarat & District Trotting Club Cnr Bell & Sutton St, Redan 5335 9040

Her Majesty’s 17 Lydiard St Sth 5333 5888 • hermaj.com

Hop Temple Rear of 24 Armstrong St Nth 5317 7158 • hoptemple.com.au

Irish Murphy’s 36 Sturt St 5331 4091 • murphysballarat.com.au

Karova Lounge 15 Field St 5332 9122

Oztix 1300 762 545 • karovalounge.com

Munster Arms Hotel 10 Victoria St 5332 2323 • themunsterarmshotel.com.au

Irish Murphy's

Nouvelle Orleans 28 Main Rd 0401 316 063 • nouvelleorleans.com.au

Regent Cinemas 49 Lydiard St Nth 5330 5555 • regententertainment.com.au

Seymours on Lydiard 302 Lydiard St Nth 5332 9966 • seymours.com.au

The Cabaret Club 4/9367 Western Hwy, Warrenheip 5334 8114 • thecabaretclub.com.au

The Eastern 81 Humffray St Nth theeasternballarat.com

The Lane 27 Lydiard St Nth (The George Hotel) 5333 4866 • georgehotelballarat.com.au

The Lost Ones Basement Bar 14 Camp St (via alley) 4343 1754 • thelostones.com.au

Wendouree Centre for Performing Arts (WCPA) 1220 Howitt St, Wendouree 5338 0980 • wcpa.com.au

MUSIC

B-Town was born with live music in its veins... from jazz, classical, funk, soul & dub to punk & hardcore, music lovers of all kinds unite to support local musicians and see international acts in intimate venues.

FRI 2 MAR

The Lane at The George Hotel

KIERAN TOBIN 6pm

RETRO REVIVAL 9:30pm

Seymours on Lydiard

LIVE MUSIC 6pm

The Cabaret Club

ARIAN LANE 6:30pm

The Munster Arms

KALIMNA JAZZ 7pm

Flying Horse

SIMON BOLT 7pm

The Eastern DEAD, MOE 8:30pm

SUPPORT: TSUGNARLY

Irish Murphy’s RED DUST 9:30pm

SAT 3 MAR

Bridge Mall Farmers Market

LIVE MUSIC 9am - 1pm

Hop Temple

LIVE MUSIC 1:30pm

The Munster Arms

KALIMNA JAZZ 7pm

The Eastern

BENCH PRESS 8pm

SUPPORTS: MOODY BEACHES, THE CREEKS, AFFORDABLE REPAYMENTS

Karova Lounge

LEARNING MAN 8pm

FESTIVAL

Irish Murphy’s

MISSBEHAVIN' 9:30pm

The Lane at The George Hotel

UNTAPPED DUO 9:30pm

SUN 4 MAR

The Munster Arms

KALIMNA JAZZ 12pm

Ballarat Jazz Club

Ballarat Golf Club 0456 689 123

RUBY PAGE, JOE RUBERTO 1pm

Hop Temple

LIVE MUSIC 1:30pm

Irish Murphy’s

CELTIC JAM SESSION 2:30pm

The Lost Ones Basement Bar

MANA MOTO DUO 3pm

Seymours on Lydiard

TROY ELLIOT 4pm

WED 7 MAR

Meigas

LIVE FLAMENCO 6:30pm

The Munster Arms

ELLEN SORENSEN 6:30pm

The Lost Ones Basement Bar

GORDIE MACKEEMAN 8:30pm & HIS RHYTHM BOYS (Canada)

FRI 9 MAR

The Lane at The George Hotel

KAILEE O'BEIRNE 6pm

RYAN BELL 9:30pm

Seymours on Lydiard

MATTY CHAPS 6pm

The Cabaret Club

HARRI DALE & ANNA 6:30pm

OLIPHANT WRIGHT

The Munster Arms

THE MARY GARDENS 7pm

Flying Horse

ADAM ROACH 7pm

Art Gallery of Ballarat

CRUSHING THATCH 7:30pm

The Lost Ones Basement Bar

THE DATE BROTHERS 8:30pm

Karova Lounge

SAINT IVORY 8pm

Irish Murphy’s

NO PLANS 9:30pm

SAT 10 MAR

Hop Temple

LIVE MUSIC 1:30pm

The Munster Arms

THE MARY GARDENS 7pm

The Eastern HOON 8pm

SUPPORTS: LETHAL SOUND

DIVISION, MOURNING, QUENTIAM

ROCK THE BLOCK CULTURE FEST Indigenous HIP HOP Projects

Karova Lounge

ARIAN LANE 8:30pm

SUPPORTS: IVY STREEP, SOUND MOUNTAIN

Irish Murphy’s

CHASING MOJO 9:30pm

The Lane at The George Hotel

DAVID ANDERSON 9:30pm

SUN 11 MAR

The Munster Arms

ROD GEAR 12pm

Hop Temple

KIERAN TOBIN 1:30pm

Irish Murphy’s

CELTIC JAM SESSION 2:30pm

The Lost Ones Basement Bar

PAIGE DUGGAN 3pm

Seymours on Lydiard

LIVE MUSIC 4pm

WED 14 MAR

The Munster Arms

ROD GEAR 6:30pm

THU 15 MAR

The Eastern STRAIGHTLINE, 8pm BLIND MAN DEATH STARE SUPPORTS: NORTHWOOD, TSUGNARLY

FRI 16 MAR

The Lane at The George Hotel

LIVE MUSIC 6pm

UNTAPPED DUO 9:30pm

Seymours on Lydiard

LIVE MUSIC 6pm

The Munster Arms

KALIMNA JAZZ 7pm

Flying Horse

BEN LAGUDA 7pm

The Cabaret Club PLAN B, THE VESTS 7:30pm (VOICE FM FUNDRAISER)

The Eastern

THE JIM MITCHELLS 8pm SUPPORTS: TROPICAL STRENGTH, THE TINY GIANTS, ELECTRIC MUD,

Irish Murphy’s

MAD COW 9:30pm

SAT 17 MAR

Irish Murphy’s

ST PATRICK'S DAY from 7am

Hop Temple

LIVE MUSIC 1:30pm

Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute

WHITE NIGHT: 7pm - 2am

HOUSE OF MUSIC STAGE

The Munster Arms

KALIMNA JAZZ 7pm

WCPA

ADELE & AMY SONGBOOK 8pm

The Lane at The George Hotel

LIVE MUSIC 9:30pm

SUN 18 MAR

The Munster Arms

KALIMNA JAZZ 12pm

Hop Temple

LIVE MUSIC 1:30pm

Irish Murphy’s

CELTIC JAM SESSION 2:30pm

The Lost Ones Basement Bar

LIZ FRENCHAM 3pm

Seymours on Lydiard

LIVE MUSIC 4pm

3-7pm 25 MAR 18

ROCK THE BLOCK Culture Fest

WED 21 MAR

Meigas

LIVE FLAMENCO 6:30pm

The Munster Arms

ELLEN SORENSEN 6:30pm

WCPA

JOHN BUTLER TRIO 7:30pm WITH MAMA KIN SPENDER

THU 22 MAR

Art Gallery of Ballarat

THE SONG COMPANY: 7:30pm

BYRD-ROUND-TABLE

WCPA

USTAD SHUJAAT KHAN 7:30pm

FRI 23 MAR

The Lane at The George Hotel

MG 6pm LIVE MUSIC 9:30pm

Seymours on Lydiard

ADAM CAMERON 6pm

The Cabaret Club

ELECTRIC BLUES DUO 6:30pm

Flying Horse

JEFFERSON SMITH 7pm

Karova Lounge

LOWTIDE 8:30pm

Irish Murphy’s

BITTER SWEET 9:30pm

SAT 24 MAR

Ballarat CBD

THE AUSTRALIAN BUSKING

CHAMPIONSHIPS 10am - 4pm

Program: buskingballarat.com.au

Hop Temple

LIVE MUSIC 1:30pm

Ballarat Trotting Club

TUSK: 6:30pm

FLEETWOOD MAC TRIBUTE

The Munster Arms

RHYLEY MCGRATH 7pm

WCPA

BJÖRN AGAIN 8pm

Karova Lounge

THUNDAMENTALS 8:30pm

SUPPORT: B WISE

Irish Murphy’s

TRUNK 9:30pm

The Lane at The George Hotel

LIVE MUSIC 9:30pm

SUN 25 MAR

The Munster Arms

ROD GEAR 12pm

Hop Temple

LIVE MUSIC 1:30pm

Art Gallery of Ballarat

ANITA HOEKSTRA 2:30pm

SEXTET

Irish Murphy’s

CELTIC JAM SESSION 2:30pm

WCPA

BALLARAT SYMPHONY 2:30pm

ORCHESTRA:

AUTUMN LEAVES

The Lost Ones Basement Bar

THE WINTER BERRIES 3pm

FED UNI SMB 106 Lydiard St Sth

ROCK THE BLOCK 3-7pm

CULTURE FEST

INDIGENOUS HIP HOP

PROJECTS, BORTIER OKOE & BAND, RHIANNON SIMPSON, BUTTERFUNKED, EMBE

Seymours on Lydiard

JESSE ZAHRA 4pm

Karova Lounge

THUNDAMENTALS 7pm

SUPPORT: B WISE

WED 28 MAR

The Munster Arms

DAVE CLARK 6:30pm

Scrub Hill 1869

1713 Daylesford-Ballarat Rd

DAVE GUNNING 6:30pm & CLAIRE ANNE TAYLOR

THU 29 MAR

Karova Lounge

GANGZ

FRI 30 MAR

The Lane at The George Hotel

KIERAN TOBIN 6pm

RYAN BELL 9:30pm

Seymours on Lydiard

LIVE MUSIC 6pm

Irish Murphy’s

BEATTIE BOYS 7pm

SAT 31 MAR

Hop Temple

LIVE MUSIC 1:30pm

The Munster Arms

LYNDON KRISS 7pm

Irish Murphy’s

HOLLOW MAJORS 9:30pm

The Lane at The George Hotel

UNTAPPED DUO 9:30pm

THEATRE

1 - 11 MAR

Ballarat Lyric Theatre Inc. presents JESUS

CHRIST SUPERSTAR

It seems especially fitting that the first rock opera, created as a concept album at the end of the turbulent ‘60s, should have at its centre a social and political rebel. Jesus’ meteor-like rise in renown provides, as the title suggests, a parallel to contemporary celebrity worship. As his radical teachings are evermore embraced, Judas increasingly questions the enlightened motives of this new prophet, resulting in betrayal. Christ’s final days are dramatized with emotional intensity, thought-provoking edge and explosive theatricality. Propelled by a stirring score, by turns driving and majestic, satirical and tender, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR illuminates the transcendent power of the human spirit with a passion that goes straight to the heart.

Wendouree Centre for Performing Arts

1 - 4 MAR

Hunted Interactive Experience presents RISING WATERS

You enter the HUNTED world as both an audience member and a character in the story. A unique story will unfold around you and involve you. An amazing performance experience unlike any other! huntedexperience.com

19 - 20 MAR

THE 78-STOREY TREEHOUSE

With yet another 13 levels, it’s now got a Scribbletorium, a high-security potato chip storage facility (guarded by one very angry duck!) and even an open-air movie theatre. The legendary Mr Big Shot has arrived to make a Hollywood blockbuster! But when his first step is to fire Andy and replace him with a monkey – well, a gibbon named Mel Gibbon – the battle is on. Will the Treehouse Blockbuster ever get made? Who will win the battle of Andy and Terry? And why are those mysterious spy cows turning up everywhere?

By arrangement with ORIGIN THEATRICAL

WENDOUREE CENTRE FOR PERFORMING ARTS

By arrangement with ORIGIN THEATRICAL Theatre Inc.

Ballarat

MORE TO DO

FRI 2 MAR 8pm

BALLARATCAT COMEDY

Ballarat's own comedy club, with Dilruk Jayasinha, Adam Rozenbachs and more. The Lounge at The George Hotel

SAT 3 MAR 9am – 12pm

HIDDEN TREASURES WALKING TOUR

A fun filled journey through Ballarat's streets and laneways to discover art, quirky & unique gifts, fashion, craft, coffee & food + fun facts along the way. Tix: hattieandthewolf.com.au

SAT 3 MAR 12 – 4pm

MOORAMONG POOL PARTY

Live music with Amie Brûlée, best dressed competition, pop-up bar, homestead tours + access to the pool and tennis court. Tix: trybooking.com

Mooramong Estate

635 Mooramong Rd, Carranballac

MON 5 & 19 MAR 8 – 9pm

NO LIGHTS NO LYCRA

Victorian Railways Institute Hall

Cnr Lydiard St Nth & Nolan St

THU 8 MAR 7pm

Ballarat Film Society presents A QUIET PASSION (UK/Belgium/USA)

Membership required ballaratfilmsociety.weebly.com

Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute

10 - 12 MAR 10am – 5pm

BALLARAT BEGONIA FESTIVAL

Entertainment, activities, live bands, gardening information, talks, culinary delights and celebrity guests including Costa Georgiadis & dirtgirl.

Ballarat Botanical Gardens

Wendouree Pde

10 - 12 MAR

BALLARAT ANTIQUE FAIR

Australia's best and longest running antique fair! Tickets online or at the door.

NEW VENUE: Ballarat Mining Exchange

12 Lydiard St Nth

FESTIVAL FAIR

FAIR

POETRY

10 - 12 MAR

UNITINGCARE BOOK FAIR

St. Andrew's Hall

Cnr Sturt St & Dawson St Nth

TUE 13 MAR 12:30pm

LET'S TALK POETRY

A look at little-known but influential, early 20th century American poets. Art Gallery of Ballarat

THU 15 MAR 7pm

WORDS OUT LOUD

The Printers Room, Sebastiaans 60 Lydiard St Nth

FRI 16 MAR 5:30 – 8pm

TWILIGHT MARKET

Multicultural market stalls & more! Ballarat Welcome Centre 145 Victoria St, Ballarat East

FRI 16 MAR 8pm

ROSS NOBLE: EL HABLADOR

FILM

16 - 25 MAR

HARMONY FEST

Promoting the theme "All of Us", Harmony Fest 2018 will be a 10-day extravaganza of fun, flavour, music, film, workshops and special events. facebook.com/harmonyfest2012COB

17 - 18 MAR

MULTICULTURAL FILM FESTIVAL

SAT 17 10:30am

ROMULUS MY FATHER (Australian Drama)

SAT 17 1pm

LEMON TREE (Palestinian – Israeli Drama)

SUN 18 11am

THE NOBLE FAMILY (Mexican Comedy)

SUN 18 2pm

THE COLOUR OF PARADISE (Iranian Drama)

Tix: trybooking.com/TYJO

Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute

SAT 17 MAR 7pm – 2am

LIGHTS

WHITE NIGHT BALLARAT

City streets and laneways reimagined. Colourful projections and wondrous installations, music performances and interactive works.

whitenight.com.au/ballarat

WHISKY

SUN 18 MAR 9am – 4pm

BALLAN AUTUMN FESTIVAL

100+ market stalls, street parade, food trucks, high tea, kids rides, entertainment, live music, art, quilting exhibition, pet show, vintage cars and so much more Main St, Ballan

SUN 18 MAR 2pm

BOOKTOWN ON SUNDAYS

Meet the author and hear the stories behind the book. This month: Lynne Kelly, The Memory Code. The Warehouse 36 Fraser St, Clunes

THU 22 MAR 7pm

SCOTCH MALT WHISKY

TASTING WORKSHOP

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society presents an introduction to their exclusive single malt, single cask whiskies. The Lost Ones Basement Bar

23 - 25 MAR

CRAFT ALIVE

Australia's leading regional craft expo.

Wendouree Sports & Events Centre Norman St, Wendouree

SAT 24 MAR 10am – 4pm

BALLARAT BUSKING CHAMPIONSHIPS

Music & street entertainment, mimes, illusionists, musicians, multicultural acts & more. Info: buskingballarat.com.au

Ballarat CBD

SAT 24 MAR 10am – 5pm

RURAL LIFESTYLE EXPO

Ballarat Showgrounds

Cnr Creswick Rd & Howitt St, Wendouree

SAT 24 MAR 4 – 8pm

BUNINYONG VILLAGE

TWILIGHT MARKET

Over 50 stalls of handmade items, food, plants, artworks, toys and more!

Buninyong Town Hall

Learmonth St, Buninyong

SAT 24 MAR 7:30pm

THE PRICE IS WRONG

A hilarious night of trivia, games, music & prizes with daggy 70s style hosts

Freddie Fandango & Adriana Obsceneties.

The Cabaret Club

24 - 25 MAR

VICTORIAN GOLDFIELDS

MEDIEVAL FAIRE

Jousting, medieval market stalls, living history encampments, Viking artefacts, archery demonstrations, kids entertainment area, food stalls & more. Ballarat Polocrosse Grounds Airport Rd, Mitchell park

SUN 25 MAR 10:30am – 12pm

FOOD IS FREE GREEN SPACE

Food Is Free Inc. are excited to launch the brand new Green Space, with music, fun, speeches, special guest Costa

Georgiadis and a tour of the site.

Western Oval

Cnr Ripon St Sth & Urquhart St

SUN 25 MAR 3 – 7pm

ROCK THE BLOCK CULTURE FEST

An action packed FREE street party in celebration of Harmony Week, with live music, food trucks, market stalls, workshops, rock climbing & more. Federation Uni, SMB Campus

107 Lydiard St Sth

MARKETS

Discover the very best fresh food and produce and buy direct from local farmers and producers. Join the slow food revolution and you’ll see why foodies only source their ingredients from local farmers markets.

BALLARAT MARKET

SUNDAYS 8am – 1pm

Ballarat Showgrounds

Cnr Creswick Rd & Howitt St

BRIDGE MALL FARMERS MARKET

SAT 3 MAR 9am – 1pm

Bridge Mall

BEAUFORT MARKET

SAT 3 MAR 9am – 1pm

Memorial Park, Beaufort (50km from Ballarat)

DAYLESFORD FARMERS MARKET

SAT 3 MAR 9am – 1pm

Daylesford Primary School (45km from Ballarat)

BALLAN FARMERS MARKET

SAT 10 MAR 9am – 1pm 96 Inglis St, Ballan (39km from Ballarat)

BALLARAT FARMERS MARKET

SAT 10 & 24 MAR 9am – 1pm

Wendouree Parade (opp. Botanical Gardens)

CLUNES FARMERS MARKET

SUN 11 MAR 9am – 1pm

Fraser St, Clunes (35km from Ballarat)

CRESWICK MARKET

SAT 17 MAR 9am – 1pm

Victoria St, Creswick (18km from Ballarat)

SMYTHESDALE COUNTRY MARKET

SAT 17 MAR 9am – 1pm

Brooke St, Smythesdale (19km from Ballarat)

TALBOT FARMERS MARKET

SUN 18 MAR 9am – 1pm

Scandinavian Cres, Talbot (52km from Ballarat)