Hide + Seek Presents is a series of music, storytelling and literary experiences taking place across the towns of Bacchus Marsh, Ballan and Blackwood throughout November.
Featuring acclaimed touring artists alongside local creatives, it is an opportunity for people of all ages to connect, create and be inspired.
Get out of Ballarat for the day and immerse yourself in these high-quality creative presentations in these Moorabool towns.
BALLAN: Thin Red Lines
Saturday 7 November 2026, 2pm - 3.30pm
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Poetry salon featuring live music and literary performances co-curated by Thabani Tshuma and Georgia Kartas. This special presentation at Ballan Mechanics Institute will feature:
- WHELK - Manisha Anjali + Genevieve Fry (music/poetry)
- Skyscraper Stan (music)
- Taylor Bell (poetry)
- Xiaole Zhan (music/poetry)
- Koosha Ahmadi (music)
- Eloise Grills (poetry)
- Miranda Brockman (music)
BACCHUS MARSH: Better off Said
Friday 20 November 2026, 7pm - 8.30pm
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Join Emilie Zoey Baker and Marieke Hardy for an evening of storytelling, live music and shared reflections at Bacchus Marsh Public Hall. At this spoken-word art salon writers and guests will explore "The words I wish I'd said," alongside a special Living Eulogy celebrating someone or something still here to be honoured.
This moving and uplifting event features Clare Bowditch, Joelistics, Eloise Grills, Thuy On and The Darlings Family Trust.
BLACKWOOD: Songlines LIVE & LOCAL
Sunday 22 November 2026
11am-12pm Yarn and free workshop
2pm - 3.30pm Concert
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Morning yarn and free workshop about collaboration with First Nations artists followed by an afternoon concert at Blackwood Community Hall. Featuring Dungala Baimi, Leo Whyman and Canisha.
3 Session Pass
Make the most of Hide + Seek Presents with an Adult 3 Session Pass. For just $45, you'll receive entry to Thin Red Lines, Better Off Said and Songlines.
Get your passDon't forget to check out our guide for things to see and do in the Moorabool region before you set off.