What’s on In Bendigo This Spring

Cornella Canola Walk

Late August – September 
The time is ripe for a visit to the iconic Colbinabbin/Cornella canola fields as they come into bloom and colour the paddocks fluorescent yellow! Make your way out to The Shiraz Republic and Cornella Brewery for the Cornella Canola Walk. Wander along the walking track through the flowering yellow crop to the viewing platform for 360-degree views and plenty of Insta-worthy shots. 

Be sure to stop into the cellar door and taproom for a beverage and pizza and enjoy some live music on Saturday and Sunday afternoons.

Bendigo’s Annual Tulip Display

Mid-September – Mid-October
It’s not officially spring in Bendigo until the warmer days and clear skies appear, and more than 50,000 of Bendigo’s famed-tulips open to brighten the beautiful heritage streets of Bendigo. Discover Bendigo’s Annual Tulip Display along Pall Mall and the Conservatory Gardens, with an assortment of colours, sizes and blooming times. 

Harvest Moon Festival

29 September
Celebrate Harvest Moon with multi-cultural food and entertainment at this free family-friendly event at the Dai Gum San precinct. This cherished celebration is observed across many Asian countries and showcases their own unique customs and traditions from expressing gratitude for the bountiful harvest, offering prayers and well wishes for the prosperity and wellbeing of loved ones, and a strong sense of unity.

Heathcote Wine and Food Festival

7 – 8 October
Calling all our wine lovers! The Heathcote Wine & Food Festival is back showcasing an incredible range of Heathcote wines all in one location. Join us over two beautiful spring days at the Heathcote Showgrounds where you’re taken into a stunning family-friendly village setting. Be the first to sample new release wines from the region, award winning wines, grab a bite to eat, enjoy live music by Bendigo Blues & Roots, lawn games and kids’ entertainment by Mr Mike. There’s fun for all ages. 

Zinda Festival

7 October
If you love international flavours, world music, and an exciting outdoor event, this one is for you. Zinda Festival is all about multicultural music, food and art in Bendigo. The festival celebrates our region’s growing diversity and its vibrancy within our community. Get along to the Garden for the Future for a great day out in a family-friendly atmosphere, multicultural food, live music, kids entertainment and more. 
 

Bendigo Comedy Festival

11 - 15 October
Back for its 5th year, the Bendigo Comedy Festival promises to be bigger, better and most importantly funnier than ever with a diverse array of some of Australia’s best comedians.

Get ready to laugh until it hurts with winner of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival’s Most Outstanding Show of 2023, Gillian Cosgriff. “Have You Been Paying Attention” regular, Alex Ward, Australian favourite and absolute crusher of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Gala, Dane Simpson, plus you'll see the return of previous year’s favourites Daniel Connell and Kirsty Webeck as well as a hilarious line up showcasing some of Australia’s fastest rising stars.

Vegecareian Festival

14 October
This free, family-friendly event is all about loving food, loving animals and loving life.  Vegecareian Festival celebrates the coming together of friends, family and cultures. Learn all about the benefits of being vegetarian, watch cooking demonstration and sample vegetarian dishes from all over the world. Bring along your furry friends and get them blessed by a monk inside The Great Stupa, and there are heaps of activities for the kids too!
 

Heritage & Hidden Spaces Wine Walk

21 October
After a three-year hiatus, the iconic Bendigo CBD walking wine festival is returning with an all-new look as part of Bendigo Wine Week. If you're a past fan of their original festival, Bendigo Heritage Uncorked, you are going to love their Heritage & Hidden Spaces Wine Walk. The event includes:
- 10 venues to discover, from heritage spaces to new and unusual locations to explore.
- Taste Bendigo wine... plus beer, cider and spirits! All tastings are included in your ticket. 
- There are two ticket types. Choose a General Ticket and buy your food along the way or book the Food Upgrade Ticket and enjoy four pre-paid dishes along the way. 
- New venue themes! In addition to stopping by each tasting location, you can also pop into the Rosé Lounge, or the Mediterranean Showcase along the way.
 

Bendigo Agricultural Show

27 - 28 October
The Bendigo Agricultural Show Society is excited to be hosting their Annual Show again on Friday 27th & Saturday 28th October. This year’s show will include all your favourite activities including livestock displays, an animal nursery, Lego displays, a 2-day horse program, Monster Trucks, circus, new rides, showbags and fireworks.
 

The Apiam Bendigo Cup

1 November
It’s an iconic event in Bendigo’s social calendar, it’s The Apiam Bendigo Cup. Celebrate Cup Day at the Bendigo Jockey Club. Enjoy spectacular racing, head-turning fashions, fine dining, bubbles, and a thrilling day out. So, whether you’re looking for a casual country day out or a catered experience, there are package to suit your needs. 
 

Vibes and Vino

4 November
If you love live music, make your way out to Heathcote’s Barrack Reserve for Vibes & Vino. This family-friendly events includes four live acts, market stalls selling local wine, craft beer and spirits, plus food trucks, kids entertainment and more. 

Ross Wilson's Cool World Tour

5 November
Sanguine Estate is proud to be hosting Ross Wilson's Cool World Tour. Enjoy an afternoon of music, wine and food set amongst the glorious vines with rock royalty. Ross Wilson and The Peaceniks will be performing all the hits from Daddy Cool and Mondo Rock, and iconic Australian band The Badloves will also be delivering a full set of hits. Plus, new Melbourne blues/rock outfit King Canyon will open the show.