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.
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Visit RegionMaryborough and Surrounds will come to life, with some awesome events and end of year celebrations, fireworks, live music and fun experiences.
There are some excellent options for Christmas Dinner, Carols by Candlelight and Christmas Eve.
With plenty of live music and first-class entertainment, you'll want to see the New Year in at Maryborough & Surrounds.
Come along and enjoy a festive evening and be entertained with local talented vocalists and musicians performing your favorite Christmas carols at Station Domain.
Embrace the festive atmosphere from 6pm Saturday 16th December.
Food vans will be available.
Come along on Friday December 1st to the annual Light Up Talbot Christmas Festival and join in a friendly festive atmosphere.
There'll be a community BBQ and food vendors.
See the Christmas Lights and effects get turned on.
The Maryborough District Advertiser are supporting our local retailers with the Christmas Shopping Promotion, with almost 70 businesses participating in it's biggest year yet.
Pop into the participating retailers and make a purchase, then go into the weekly draw to win your prize.
A great initiative supporting our local businesses.
You don't need to be alone at Christmas.
Once again the Carisbrook Lions Club are inviting you to celebrate Christmas with them and join in the festivities with a free traditional Christmas meal provided.
On Christmas Day Monday 25th December from 11am, at the Maryborough Trotting Complex.
If you have no way of travelling out, the Carisbrook Lions Club have a bus pick up, starting from 10am.
Bookings are essential via the Visitor Information Centre: 5460 4511.
Proof of double vaccination is required. QR code scan on entry or sign in.
If you're wanting to dine out with your family or friends on Christmas Day then here's some great venues on offer:
Bookings essential.
Everyone is welcome to attend New Year's Eve at the Domain, to welcome in the new year in style from 6pm to midnight.
Join in fun night of entertainment for the whole family and all ages.
BBQ and drinks (gold coin donation), live music, and food vans in attendance.
Free activities, Parkers Mini Circus, Laughing Clowns, raffle draws.
Come and see Elmo, Scooby Doo, Mickey & Minnie Mouse.
If you're looking for a great night of entertainment on New Year's Eve, then we have an excellent variety of talent, to help you celebrate the new year.
The 160th Maryborough Highland Gathering holds a long and proud history, with gold-rush origins that date back over 150 years. Formed by Scottish prospectors and businessmen who wanted to organized an event to re-create their traditional New Year Highland celebrations in their adopted land.
This iconic event is Australia's oldest continuous sporting event.
• Street March at 11.00 a.m.
• Highland Pipe Bands and Brass Bands on display
• Max Martin Memorial 120 metre Maryborough Gift
• Sheaf Tossing for height and accuracy
• Highland Dancing (two Stands)
• Athletics - Men’s and Women’s events (70 metres to 1500 metres)
• Local and Inter State competitors
• Bookmakers on Athletics and Racing
• Massed Highland Dancers
• Girl on the Drum spectacular
• Massed Highland Bands
• Highland Games and Caber Tossing
• Sideshows and novelties
• Pipe and Brass Bands on oval renditions
• Strong Man events
• Most appropriately dressed male and female patrons with Scottish theme
• Sideshows Ample catering
• Evening concert and fireworks display
• Comprehensive Program - Lucky prizes
• Reasonable admission prices
• Picturesque venue
Central Goldfields Shire Council acknowledges the Dja Dja Wurrung people as the traditional owners of this land and pay our respects to their leaders and elder’s past, present and emerging.
