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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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By supporting Sovereign Hill, you help preserve a place where history is lived, not just told. Every contribution helps us care for our heritage site and continue the important work we do in conservation, education and storytelling.

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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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.

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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

WWL 2026 HERO

Winter Wonderlights transforms Sovereign Hill into a sparkling Christmas in July celebration. Enjoy falling snow on Main Street, dazzling light shows and festive winter activities that fill the entire township with magic. It’s one of our most popular events and runs from late June to mid-July.

Winter Wonderlights 2026

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Bowling

Coach rides

To ensure the safety of our horse team, times may alter due to weather conditions

Check the Blackboard at the Horse Bazaar for times

Coach Ride

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Confectionery Demonstration

REDCOATS

(Victoria Theatre Balcony, map no. 26 on weekends and school holidays)

Redcoat Soldiers

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Red Hill Mine Tour

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Step into living history. Your general admission ticket gives you access to gold panning, mine tours, costumed characters and a vibrant 1850s town waiting to be explored. This is your everyday ticket for our standard daily activities.

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