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Celebrate autumn

One of Moorabool’s biggest and best community festivals is returning on Sunday, March 17.

Ballan Autumn Festival is an annual celebration of local culture, creativity and community, and is one of the oldest regional country fairs in the shire.

Around 10,000 people flock to the event each year, and the Autumn Festival 2024 promises to be the best ever, with a central stage for entertainment, more artisanal market stalls, and a new seated and shaded dining precinct, along with the festival’s perennial crowd pleasers including the animal nursery.

Don’t miss the grand parade, and get up close and personal with an amazing selection of beautiful vintage cars, browse over 100 market stalls and enjoy music from the likes of The Gordon Gypsies, the Ballan Community Street Band, The Martini Set, and African Star Dance and Drumming Company.

Ballan Autumn Festival spokesperson Kevin Harper said the festival embodies the very essence of the Ballan community.

“It celebrates our diversity, creativity, and unwavering sense of respect for one another,” he said.

“By showcasing the talents and contributions of our residents, the festival serves as a platform for unity and togetherness, highlighting what makes Ballan such a special place to call home.”

https://www.ballanautumnfestival.com.au/

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