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Sovereign Hill acknowledges the Wadawurrung people as the Traditional custodians of the land on which we operate. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and to all of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who live and work on Wadawurrung Country. We acknowledge their unceded sovereignty over Wadawurrung Country, and the ongoing hardship and trauma as a result of colonisation. The history and continuous culture of the Wadawurrung people is an important part of our shared story.

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Gold Panning

We are open every day during the Victorian Easter school holidays, 3–19 April.Regular Hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 10am-5pm | Mondays: Pre-booked school groups only.Gold Rush Centre &amp; Rare Trades Centre: Open for pre-booked workshops &amp; tours only.

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Back to school

School's back - just not the way you remember!

Back to School

SH AURA GP THEATRE

From a place you know comes a story you don’t — AURA explores the creation, discovery and impact of gold, the precious metal then and now.

Evening sessions across the week. See ticket page for dates.

Purchase separate tickets using the link below.

AURA

AURA is an immersive 90-minute theatre experience using amazing projection technology, that follows gold from its creation through to its 
colonial discovery, right up until the current day. 

 Visitors will be taken through three different theatres to explore the science of gold, the local Wadawurrung link to gold, and the impact of the gold 
rush on our town and the present day. This includes the stories of Bunjil and the Eureka Rebellion, among others. 
 
 Transporters are used to move betweent the theatres, partly outdoors as well as indoors. Short distances of walking are required. 
 
 Arrive at least 15 minutes before your show time to check in and be seated in the first theatre. 
 
 Please note that Aura is a completely separate experience to the Winter Wonderlights school holiday special program.

Wizard and Goblin Theatre

Wizard Jacobs is bringing their Magic Show to the Victoria Theatre.

Wizard Jacobs Magic Show

Makers Series

Get hands-on and craft your own leather key ring.

School holidays, weekends and public holidays only. 10am-4:30pm

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From rebels to elders, discover the people and stories that define Ballarat and beyond.

Treasures from the Collection Tour

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Meet Loong, the oldest processional dragon in Australia and discover other hidden gems.

Chinese Cultural Collection Tour

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Get up close with treasures from the fashion and textiles collection rarely seen by the public.

Fashion Collection Tour

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A series of spoken word events is produced by thinkers and creatives.

383 – 389 Bradshaw Street, Ballarat VIC 3350

Pecha Kucha Series

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Ellen Young, the Ballarat Poetess, revived as a fierce modern voice of rebellion, loss, and feminism through poetry and spoken word.

Doors Open: 6:00pm | Performance starts: 6:30pm

Enter Sovereign Hill via front visitor entrance

The Ballarat Poetess

Auslan Day 2025

Enjoy our iconic experiences with Auslan interpretation available throughout the day.

Auslan Day at Sovereign Hill

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Step into a whole other world where you’re not just a visitor - you’re part of the action.

Autumn School Holidays 2026

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Experience a feast of local flavours and creativity, celebrating the best of our region’s food producers, makers, and artisans.

Heritage Harvest Weekend 2026

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