From Picture to Page and Beyond Bendigo Show
2025-03-28 09:00 - 2025-03-29 16:00 (Australia/Melbourne)

All Holden Day Display
2025-03-30 08:00 - 15:00 | Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Bendigo

Sunday Market
2025-03-30 08:30 - 14:00, 2025-04-06 08:30 - 14:00, 2025-04-13 08:30 - 14:00

Goldfields Ukestra Inc
2025-03-31 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-04-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Bendigo
Goldfields Ukestra provides a learning and fun environment for ukulele players of all abilities to come together within the Bendigo area.

CLUB MEETINGS: Monday nightsTIME: 7:30pm-9:30pmEARLY STRUMMERS: 6:30pm-7:25pmLOCATION: McKinnon Pavilion (Shed 6)Bendigo ShowgroundsHolmes Road, North BendigoVic 3555Enter through Gate 1MEMBERSHIP FEE: $100 annual fee

Contact info

0428 921 186 (Mobile)

goldfields.ukestra.inc@gmail.com

2025 Vic Water Industry Operations Conference & Exhibition
2025-04-02 08:00 - 2025-04-03 15:00

Street Rod Nationals 2025
2025-04-18 08:00 - 2025-04-21 17:00 | Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Bendigo

No Sunday Market
2025-04-20 08:00 - 17:00
Due to the StreetRod Festival there will be NO Market today.

Bendigo Showgrounds Sunday Market
2025-04-27 08:30 - 14:00 | Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Bendigo
The Bendigo Showgrounds Market is held every* Sunday from 8.30am to 2.00pm at the Prince of Wales Showgrounds in Holmes Road, Bendigo. We are one of country Victoria’s biggest and best weekly markets. *Except during Major Events
Major Events in 2025 when the Market is Closed are:
Meatstock BBQ Festival – Sunday 16th March
Street Rod Nationals – Sunday 20th April (Easter Sunday)
Australia Sheep & Wool Show – Sunday 20th July
Bendigo Agricultural Show – Sunday 26th October
National Swap Meet – Sunday 16th November
Come along and enjoy the family atmosphere, a huge range of new and used goods, food, coffee and fresh produce. Free admission and ample free parking all just five minutes from the City Centre

Bendigo Technology Festival
2025-05-04 10:00 - 16:00 | Fosterville Gold Exhibition Centre, 42-72 Holmes Road, Bendigo
Join us at the Bendigo Technology Festival, hosted by the Bendigo Amateur Radio and Electronics Club.
This exciting event will bring together enthusiasts, experts and hobbyists from all over to celebrate and explore the world of amateur radio, electronics, and technology of all types.
Date, Time and Location

Sunday May 4, 2025.
Doors open at 10:00 AM.
Fosterville Gold Exhibition Centre,
Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Bendigo, VIC 3550.
Google Maps: 777F+3F North Bendigo, Victoria
Admission is $7 per person, sold at the door.
NO food or drink is permitted on-site. Outside vendors will be accessible on the day.
For more information, email techfest@barec.net.au, or phone our secretary, Peter VK3PWJ on Click to reveal, or Mark VK3PDG on Click to reveal.

Regional Fishing Expo
2025-05-10 09:00 - 2025-05-11 16:00 | Regional Event Complex
10th – 11th May 2025

Adults $10
Children under 16 free
Expo Opening Hours
9.00am – 4pm Saturday
9.30am – 3pm Sunday

Second Chance Market
2025-06-07 10:00 - 16:00

Craft Alive
2025-06-12 09:30 - 2025-06-14 16:00 | Fosterville Gold Exhibition Centre, 42-72 Holmes Road, Bendigo

DubFreeze
2025-07-06 09:00 - 16:00 | Regional Event Complex
Australia’s Largest indoor VW show is coming!!
Volksclub Bendigo are proud to announce our next major event….
DUBFREEZE! Australia’s largest indoor VW show!
6th of July 2025

Held at Bendigo’s Regional Events Complex! At 6000m² it is the largest clear-span facility of its kind in regional Australia!

Pre-registration for the event is a must to lock in your spot!…
https://certifiedprinting.com.au/…/dubfreeze-2025…/

Bendigo Indoor Antiques & Collectables
2025-07-26 09:00 - 2025-07-27 17:00

Bendigo Coin & Collectables Fair
2025-08-02 09:00 - 16:00 | Fosterville Gold Exhibition Centre, 42-72 Holmes Road, Bendigo

Circus Rio
2025-08-22 08:00 - 2025-08-31 17:00 | Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Bendigo
With a brand-new cast and a brand-new show, under new management. Circus Rio is bringing together a unique team of internationally acclaimed performers to your town!
Circus Rio is suitable for families, teenagers, singles, and couples alike. The show features jugglers, aerialists, acrobatics, Cyr wheel, hand-balancing, clowning, illusion, and FMX riders – with a finale somersault stunt 15m high through the air above the stage!

Circus Rio sells tickets on the phone at 0461 579 339
Also, Ticketeck is selling our tickets; they are our official partner.
If you decide to purchase tickets through Ticketek, you agree to its terms.
In this scenario, questions about reimbursement, change, or cancellation of tickets must proceed only with the Ticketek company and their policy, not with Circus Rio.

Golden City Collectors
2025-08-23 08:00 - 2025-08-24 17:00 | Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Bendigo
Bendigo 40th MILITARIA & collectables show
23th & 24th August 2025
​Prince of Wales Showgrounds – Regional
Events Complex.
Exhibition Centre

Australasian Dorset Championships
2025-09-12 08:00 - 2025-09-14 17:00 | Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Bendigo
The Australasian Dorset Championships Show & Sale are scheduled to return on the 12th to 14th September 2025, in the Regional Events Complex at the Bendigo Prince of Wales Showgrounds.

Tuff Nutterz Inflatable Event
2025-09-13 09:00 - 2025-09-14 16:00 | Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Bendigo
Tuff Nutterz – Bendigo

Bendigo Showgrounds
13 & 14 Sep 2025 • 9:00am – 4:45pm • All ages welcome

**Heads up BENDIGO!! Get ready for an adrenaline-packed adventure that’s about to take your WEEKEND FUN to a whole new level! **

Tuff Nutterz is coming to town for the first time ever and you cannot miss it! . Get your heart racing as you conquer the twists, turns, and challenges of Australia’s biggest inflatable adventure.
It’s the ultimate family day out, where the young and young-at-heart can run, jump, and laugh their way through a whirlwind of fun. Don’t miss out on the chance to make unforgettable memories and experience the thrill of Tuff Nutterz at GRIFFITH PARK. So get your tickets, rally your crew, and prepare for an adventure like no other!
What’s Tuff Nutterz all about? It’s not just about the obstacles; it’s about creating unforgettable memories for the whole family! You’ll need to climb, slide, jump, and crawl your way to the finish line, all while having a blast with your family and friends.
Why You Can’t Miss It – Tuff Nutterz isn’t just an event; it’s a celebration of togetherness, of pushing boundaries, and of pure, unadulterated fun! Whether you’re a thrill-seeker or just looking for a fantastic day out with the family, Tuff Nutterz has something for everyone! With Tuff Nutterz, there’s no need to worry about age restrictions because the event welcomes all ages to participate and enjoy the fun. Parents with children under 5 years old are offered a special accompanying parent ticket.
So, gather your family and friends and get ready to tackle Australia’s most exciting activity!!
Event dates
13 & 14 September 2025
Opening Hours
9:00 Am – 4:45 Pm
Last entry at 3:00 Pm!
Adress
42 – 72 Holmes Road, North Bendigo, Victoria, 3550
About
We tour the country bringing fun and excitement wherever we go. Some of the most iconic locations we’ve been to include Centennial Park, Darling Harbour, ICC, Parliamentary Triangle, Byron Bay and many more.
Ages
Suitable for all ages
Under 5’s require an accompanying parent/carer. (Grab our toddler ticket which includes a parent ticket )
Responsible adults MUST remain within the premises for all minors.
Important Ticket Info
We strongly suggest booking online to avoid disappointment.
Each Toddler includes a parent ticket. Purchase the toddler ticket and an extra wristband will be automatically provided when you check-in at the event.
Only participants entering the actual inflatables need tickets. Spectators can remain on the premises without a ticket as long as they are not entering the games.
Group bookings can include toddlers. Hence, have in mind the number of toddlers so you make sure you are not overbooking. Tick the checkbox if a group rate ticket correspond to a toddler so we can provide an extra ticket upon check in.
What happens if it rains?
We won’t let t rain stop the fun! We recommend you bring a spare set of clothes and towels. Take extra care if surfaces are slippery and wear socks with grip tread soles (You are welcome to re-schedule or request a gift-card if you don’t want to participate in the rain).
In the event of thunderstorms, heavy rain/winds or extreme weather conditions that could represent a risk we reserve the right to postpone, reschedule or cancel sessions or the event. We keep a close eye on the weather ahead of our events and will communicate any changes as soon as we can to ticket holders via email.
If an event session/day is cancelled/postponed on account of the weather, customers will be issued a gift card to be used anytime in the future.
What to bring
Socks (preferably grip soles), water bottle (No glass), sunscreen, picnic blanket and some form of shade if needed.
Please bring your booking QR Code and signed online waivers, either on your phone or hard copy to help us speed up the check-in process. Make your way to the ticket office to check in and get your wristbands. You can keep your wristband as a memento.
Storage
Lockers are not available at the event, but you can leave your belongings safely with our staff at the ticket office, at no charge.
Food & Drinks
We will have coffee, ice cream and yummy food available for purchase at our events (availability dependent).
You may bring your own food/drinks too. No alcohol is permitted.
No food or drinks are allowed on or near the inflatables.
No glass is permitted on the premises for safety reasons.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final, however, bookings can be re-scheduled or cancelled up to 24hs before your booking date. Go to your confirmation email and find “change booking” or “cancel booking” below your booking date and time. Click on it and follow the process to change your booking or to cancel and receive a gift card to rebook at your convenience.
In the case we need to cancel due to bad weather you will automatically receive a gift card to rebook for another day.
Didn’t make it? Chill out, no shows will also be issued with a gift card upon request to come back another day.

BendiGLOW Youthfest
2025-09-20 15:00 - 21:00
Get Ready to GLOW
BendiGLOW Youthfest is back for its fourth year – a neon, glowing, music, skate, and creative celebration of young people, created by young people for young people.
As part of Victorian Youth Fest, this high-energy, glow-in-the-dark themed event is all about community, creativity, and connection, with a full evening of music, activities, and entertainment that lights up the night. Whether you’re coming to dance, chill, compete, or just hang out, BendiGLOW is the ultimate place to be yourself and hear great music by local bands!

Bendigo Pop Culture Expo
2025-10-11 - 2025-10-12 | Fosterville Gold Exhibition Centre, 42-72 Holmes Road, Bendigo
Regional Victorias Biggest Pop Culture Expo
Everything Pop Culture from Comics, Vintage and Modern Toys, Figures, Pop Vinyls, Posters, Books, Lego, Trading Cards (TCG, Pokémon and non-sport Cards), Anime, Gaming, Artist showcase, Clubs & SO MUCH MORE.
Celebrity Guests, Cosplay Competiton, Free Play Gaming, The Great Escape, 360 Photo Booth, Live Action Role Playing and more.

2025 Bendigo Agricultural Show
2025-10-24 - 2025-10-25 | Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Bendigo
We welcome you to the 2025 Bendigo Agricultural Show.
We’re looking forward to seeing you all there for another great show of exhibits, competitions, kids activities, rides, an amazing fireworks display and much much more.

Shovel Fest
2025-11-01 - 2025-11-02
Bands ~ Food ~ Trade Stands
Shovel and Iron heads will be judged. Rat Rods Welcome

The Bendigo National Swap Meet
2025-11-15 - 2025-11-16 | Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Bendigo
The Bendigo National Swap Meet is one of Australia’s largest swap meets. It has been held in Bendigo every year since 1975. The Swap is owned by the Federation of Veteran Vintage and Classic Clubs of Victoria and has is managed by the Veteran, Vintage and Classic Club Bendigo. Federation member clubs from around Victoria and some service clubs in Bendigo provide additional voluntary assistance. Catering is provided by the Rotary Clubs of Bendigo. From the Swap income the federation supports 115 clubs with trophy donations and grants for equipment, picnic days, displays, and meeting expenses.
Event Highlights:

Over 1,700 sites

Historic vehicles

Barn finds

Survivor car display

Die-cast models & toys

Bendigo Gem Expo
2026-02-14 - 2026-02-15 | Fosterville Gold Exhibition Centre, 42-72 Holmes Road, Bendigo
2026 Bendigo Gem Club Expo
Learn to cut & polish rocks, facet stones & make silver jewelry in a community group environment.

Protecting Your Retirement - Free Educational Morning Tea
2026-02-25 10:00 - 12:30 | Fosterville Gold Exhibition Centre, 42-72 Holmes Road, Bendigo
Retirement should be safe, secure, and stress-free. Join us for a FREE event designed for Bendigo residents aged 60+. Enjoy a relaxed morning tea while learning from experts.
It’s perfect for you if:
You’re curious about how to stay safe online and avoid scams. You want to make sure your financial and legal affairs are in order. You care about protecting your legacy and supporting your loved ones. You’d like to connect with local experts and community members in a friendly setting.
Capacity is limited. Please reserve your free spot today.Fosterville Gold Exhibition Centre, Bendigo Showgrounds 10am-12:30pm

Click here to register your attendance

Bendigo Golden City Doll Show
2026-02-28 09:30 - 15:30 | Fosterville Gold Exhibition Centre, 42-72 Holmes Road, Bendigo
Bendigo’s 33rd Annual Doll and Teddy Show.
Show Theme: ‘Bonjour Paris’
The show features 35+ trading tables with crafters who specialize in producing porcelain, reborn, fantasy and other types of dolls, bears and miniatures, with other crafts as well. There is also a judged competition, with entries being on display.
All proceeds go to the Bendigo Palliative Care Auxiliary.
