5 exhibitions, festivals and events you’ll love this spring
Eat & DrinkGet ready for an after-dark celebration showcasing a familiar place like you’ve never seen before, a rocking exhibition in an Australian exclusive, the return of a favourite spring festival and so much more!
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It’s Sovereign Hill but not as you know it. Fire-lit landscapes, unique installations and smoky food will be at the heart of the new Food, Fire & Light Festival this spring.
11-12 & 18-19 October
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Medieval to Metal sees 40 iconic guitars from America’s National Guitar Museum taking centre stage in an Australian-exclusive exhibition at the Art Gallery of Ballarat. Plus, there’s a line-up of photographs, paintings, objects and more.
2 October-2 February
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Hide + Seek Festival, the vibrant celebration of music, art, nature and food, returns in November. The festival spotlights local artists and hidden treasures across the charming towns of Ballan, Gordon, Blackwood, Bacchus Marsh, Greendale, Myrniong, and Leigh Creek.
1-10 November
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SpringFest is back and promises to be bigger and better than ever! Head to Market Sunday where live music will float on the breeze as you meander around over 450 stalls at Lake Wendouree. From foodie treats to artisanal creations, kids’ activities to stunning local art, there’s something for everyone.
24 November
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Much-loved Americana festival Out On The Weekend is going country this year and bringing its joyous celebration of country and western music, feasts and friendship to Itinerant Spirits. International stars will perform beside local talent in a Friday night not to be missed.
11 October
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