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Ballarat Antique Fair
May. A huge range of quality antiques, collectables and vintage items from all over the world will be on display and for sale at the Mining Exchange and New Civic Hall. It is the largest and longest running antique fair held in Australia.
www.facebook.com/ballaratregionalantiquefair
Ballarat Begonia Festival
March. A festival celebrating Ballarat's world renowned begonias with their vibrant colours and magnificent blooms. There is an outstanding begonia display at the Ballarat Botanical Gardens as well as live entertainment, childrens activities, vintage tram rides, a gardener's market and great regional food and wine offerings.
www.ballaratbegoniafestival.com
Ballarat Heritage Festival
May. A learning and discovery festival with collections, demonstrations and guided tours that showcase the inventions, architecture and people that shaped our future
www.ballaratheritagefestival.com.au
Ballarat International Foto Biennale
August / September. Held over one month, this festival of contemporary local and international photography is staged within many of the city's finest heritage buildings and public spaces. View a wide range of exciting photography, get involved in professional workshops or attend presentations by acclaimed photographers.
www.ballaratfoto.org
Ballarat Show
November. This 3 day event held at the showgrounds features live entertainment, heritage displays, animal shows and fireworks
www.ballaratshow.org.au
SpringFest
November. A springtime festival with market stalls around Lake Wendouree and exhibition events
www.ballaratspringfest.com.au