Bendigo is a vibrant contemporary regional centre, boasting beautiful streets created from one of the world’s greatest gold rushes. Every visit will reveal new surprises and experiences.
Castlemaine boasts a remarkable community of artists, writers, actors and designers, who offer a host of galleries, theatres, festivals, bookshops and boutiques. It’s a theme that runs through nearby Maldon, Newstead and Harcourt.
Rich in history and opportunity... today’s visitors come to Maryborough and the surrounding villages for many reasons. Many come to wander through the lovely box-ironbark forests with their wildflowers, birds and superb display of Wattle in the spring. Others come to research family history and discover a connection to the Victorian gold rush, or to visit nearby wineries or explore markets, galleries and museums.
Take a deep breath… and travel along the meandering roads of the Loddon Valley. They start at untouched historic villages, weave their way up to spectacular views on granite strewn hilltops, through ancient forests, and then alongside wide flowing rivers and vast wetlands.
One of Australia's oldest and largest regional galleries presenting innovative exhibitions alongside a dynamic and varied suite of public programs and events. Our collection is extensive, with an emphasis on 19th century European art and Australian art from the 1800's, alongside a strong collection of contemporary Australian art.
Bendigo Venues and Events nurtures, develops, presents and celebrates performing arts and culture for Bendigo and central Victorian communities.
Our market is held every Thursday at The Good Loaf Sourdough Bakery and Cafe, Bendigo as follows:
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Bendigo Queer Film Festival (BQFF) is now in its 18th year. We are very proud to be one of the few regional centres Australia wide, which hosts its own queer film festival.
Read MoreOur market is held on every second Saturday of the month, at the Bendigo Pony Club from 9 am to 1 pm.
Read MorePizza Sunday's at St. Anne's offers a selection of housemade pizza's with live music and award winning wines!
Read MoreDiscovery Science & Technology Centre presents a special exhibition, Da Vinci Machines.
Now, like no other time in history, the world needs the next Leonardo Da Vinci.
Read MoreGet all shook up on board Bendigo's only moving bar, rattling along to iconic tunes whilst enjoying sumptuous cocktails amidst the rolling vistas of Bendigo’s picturesque streetscape.
Read MoreExplore Bendigo’s thriving Arts Precinct and discover hidden artistic treasures with the Emporium Creative Hub Art Trail app. Emporium Creative Hub has teamed up with local artists and creative venues to create a stunning outdoor virtual gallery.
Read MoreTo compliment the Elvis: Direct from Graceland exhibition Star Cinema Eaglehawk will be screening several Elvis films on a Friday night throughout the exhibition period.
Here are all the details, click the links below to book your tickets!
Read MoreLayers and Light is an exhibition of works from three Central Victorian printmakers whose work explores creating imagery through layering, light, line and texture.
Read MoreThe City of Greater Bendigo acknowledges the Dja Dja Wurrung and Taungurung Peoples as the traditional custodians of the lands across Bendigo.
We acknowledge and pay respect to their Elders past present and emerging.
