Over the June long weekend, the streets and villages of the Southern Grampians turn into scenes from yesteryear. You will see 80 years of automobile history as veteran class right through to late classics cruise by. The fascination of hot - air ballooning draws increasing numbers to the State Ballooning Championships based at Laidlaw Park, Stawell. July Kelpie Working Dog Auction - Casterton Demonstrations of yard and truck working abilities precede this unique auction of Casterton s very own dog breed. August Ararat Victorian State Championship of One Act Play Festival Recognised as the best in Australia, the Ararat Festival is held on the 1st weekend of August each year.
All sessions are open to the public.
Hamilton Sheepvention Experience a traditional country field day by attending this 2 day event. Watch Fashion Parades, experience the ram sales, wonder at the cattle dog trials, watch cooking demonstrations and shop from trade displays. Wimmera Art Exhibition - Horsham Promoting and encouraging local artists to display their work. The biggest show for genus plants in the world. A spectacular display of new hybrids, vintage favourites and true exhibition plants grown by premier hobbyists and commercial orchid growers from around the nation.