What's On

We anticipate more events will be confirmed over summer as restrictions further ease, so make sure you keep an eye on our website daylesfordmacedonlife.com.au and on our Facebook page @daylesfordmacedonranges. Be sure to check the event is going ahead before hopping in the car.

ART IN THE VINES Wander a trail of discovery, glass-in-hand, through this extraordinary exhibition of contemporary outdoor sculpture at Hanging Rock Winery. It features more than 25 artworks from Australia’s most highly-acclaimed sculptors and is all set against the Macedon Ranges’ most iconic backdrop of Hanging Rock and Mt Macedon. Entry is free.

WHEN: 16 October - March 2022 WHERE: Hanging Rock Winery, 88 Jim Road, Newham INFO: hangingrock.com.au/experiences SUMMERTIME FLING CELLAR DOOR FESTIVAL Summertime Fling is a three week festival of wine, food and fun in the Macedon Ranges. Discover the region's fresh winemaking talent while you graze on fresh, local produce. Relax and reconnect with friends as you enjoy wine, food, summer and good times.

WHEN: 8-30 January 2022 WHERE: Various wineries throughout the Macedon Ranges INFO: macedonrangeswine.com.au/summertime-fling

HOW TO GET HERE & DISCOVER MORE

BUSES AND TRAINS Journey times are approximate only. Full details on train and coach details can be found on vline.com.au GISBORNE - Southern Cross Station to Gisborne Station (45 min) BACCHUS MARSH - Southern Cross Station to Bacchus Marsh Station (50 min) MACEDON - Southern Cross Station to Macedon Station (55 min) LANCEFIELD - Southern Cross Station to Sunbury Station, coach from Brook Street Sunbury to High Street, Lancefield (1 hr 5 min) WOODEND - Southern Cross Station to Woodend Station (1 hr) KYNETON - Southern Cross Station to Kyneton Station (1 hr 5 min) CASTLEMAINE - Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Station (1 hr 25 min) TRENTHAM - Southern Cross Station to Woodend Station, coach to Market Street, Trentham (1 hr 30 min) CRESWICK - Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Station to Creswick Station (1 hr 40 min) DAYLESFORD - Southern Cross Station to Ballan Station, coach to Bridport Street, Daylesford OR Southern Cross Station to Woodend Station, coach to Bridport Street, Daylesford (1 hr 55 min) CLUNES - Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Station to Clunes Station (2 hrs 15 min) TALBOT - Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Station to Talbot Station (2 hrs 30 min)

Daylesford Macedon Tourism is not responsible for changes or delays to scheduled services running in our region. DRIVING TIMES AND DISTANCE

MELBOURNE - DAYLESFORD 80 MIN 113 KM MELBOURNE - WOODEND 55 MIN 71 KM MELBOURNE - CASTLEMAINE 90 MIN 129 KM DAYLESFORD - BULLARTO 13 MIN 12 KM DAYLESFORD - CRESWICK 20 MIN 27 KM DAYLESFORD - TRENTHAM 25 MIN 27 KM DAYLESFORD - CLUNES 34 MIN 40 KM CLUNES - CRESWICK 16 MIN 18 KM TRENTHAM - WOODEND 20 MIN 23 KM DAYLESFORD - MALMSBURY 25 MIN 30 KM MALMSBURY - KYNETON 10 MIN 11 KM KYNETON - LANCEFIELD 25 MIN 32 KM KYNETON - WOODEND 15 MIN 16 KM

PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK CAR SHOW Retro car enthusiasts flock to Hanging Rock each February for this annual car show and picnic. Collectors and restorers bring their unique rarities, including old, veteran, classic, modified and restored cars, as well as trucks and motorcycles. Vehicles on display are 25 years and older. This event is organised by the Macedon Ranges and District Motor Club. WHEN: 13 February 2022 WHERE: Hanging Rock Reserve, South Rock Road, Newham INFO: rove.me/to/melbourne/picnic-at-hanging-rock-car-show

CHILLOUT FESTIVAL, DAYLESFORD Since its inception 25 years ago, ChillOut Festival has grown to become Australia's largest and most popular regional Queer Country Pride festival. Held annually over the long weeked in March, the event embraces the true meaning of acceptance. Event favourites such as the Sunday carnival, street parade and bush dance will also return. Read more on page 43. WHEN: 10-14 March 2022 WHERE: Various venues around Daylesford and Hepburn Springs INFO: chilloutfestival.com.au THE GATHERING OF THE GODDESSES A festival for women, by women including camping, glamping, healing and workshops surrounded by nature in the Macedon Ranges. Over three days there M a c e d o n R a n g e s will be performances, art and craft workshops, dances, music, food stalls, markets, street theatre and a dedicated children’s festival. AUTUMN WHEN: WHERE: INFO: 24-26 February 2022 6 Kent Road, Riddells Creek visitmacedonranges.com/events/the-gathering-of-the-goddessesfestival 27 march - 26april

MACEDON RANGES AUTUMN FESTIVAL The Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival returns in late March shining a spotlight on www.visitmacedonranges.com the many fantastic autumn offerings in the region. Expect an exciting line up of autumn events held across the region’s historic villages, inviting you to immerse yourself in autumn-inspired food, drink, and artistic experiences. m acedon ranges

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WHEN: 26 March - 25 April 2022 WHERE: Various locations throughout the Macedon Ranges INFO: visitmacedonranges.com