Visit Ararat

04/06/2026

June life drawing class bookings are open!
Thursday 25th June 2026, 5.45pm - 8pm

🎫 Book your spot here → araratgallerytama.com.au/event/life-drawing-classes-2026/

During each two hour life drawing class, artist Bev Isaac will guide you through timed warm-up and extended exercises and techniques to capture the human form. Bev will provide instruction and support throughout the class.

Easels, drawing boards, butchers paper and charcoal, chairs, and tables are all provided. You are also welcome to bring your favourite drawing materials and preferred paper.

📷 Life drawing, April 2026

04/06/2026

We have another date for our Twilight Tours ✨✨

Our limited tour will be running 13th June! Come meet some curious creatures after dark and finish the night roasting marshmallows by the fire.

Head now to our website to book your spots! Link in the comments

04/06/2026

02/06/2026

Berrambool Homestead and Narrapumelap Homestead are open Sunday 7th and Monday 8th June. Make the most of the Long Weekend and pop in and see both of these Amazing homesteads while you can.

Bookings are essential for Berrambool Homestead and soup and nibbles will be available supporting the Lake Bolac Little Athletics group on Sunday.

https://www.berrambool.com.au/

https://narrapumelap.com.au/

02/06/2026

Planning for the Kings Birthday Long Weekend? If you’re heading to the Grampians, you’ve found the place to visit!

There’s something for all to discover.

Cost: $10 or $15 wine tasting

Saturday 6th June Open 10am – 5pm Long Weekend Tastings + Platters

Sunday 7th June Open 11am – 4pm Long Weekend tastings + Platters

Monday 8th June open 11am – 4pm

If you are travelling with children or adults not intending to drink, please specify this in the booking notes. Bookings take priority over walk ins and we do recommend making a booking in advance to make sure we can hold you a table.

Book a tasting here -> https://bestswines.com/visit/cellar-door/long-weekend/

02/06/2026

We have a couple of cool things to do over the long weekend, so today’s recco is one of a few still to come. If you are visiting the Grampians this weekend, or maybe this will tempt those still undecided!
Raccolto Pizzeria in Halls Gap for awesome wood fired pizzas in a chilled environment. Music every night this weekend and if it’s a bit cool outside around the fire they even have super cute crotchet granny rugs to keep you warm.
You will also find a number of our wines on offer there too 😉
Call into grampianswinecellar a couple of doors up on the way to talk to Simon about all things wine and of course sample some!

01/06/2026

Mini Makers Art Club is this Tuesday! Join us on Tuesday 2nd June at 11am to sing, read and make art! This month our book pick is 'Rainbow Days' by Margaret Hamilton and Anna Pignataro 🌈

Our monthly Mini Makers Art Club is designed especially for preschoolers and toddlers. Each session includes singing, story reading and a guided craft activity designed to develop creative expression and fine motor skills in a fun, inclusive and encouraging environment. At the end of each session, children will have created a lovely piece of art to take home and share proudly with their family! 🎨

Mini Makers is free, we warmly welcome new families and there is no need to book. Sessions are from 11am to 12pm.

2026 dates
→ Tuesday 2nd June
→ Tuesday 1st September
→ Tuesday 1st December

araratgallerytama.com.au/event/mini-makers-art-club-2026/

27/05/2026

⭐TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE⭐ Purchase a ticket (pay-what-you-can) and enjoy an evening of live acoustic music from Ararat-based trio The Runaway Strings as they launch their album, Blackwood as part of our Cozy Concert Series🎵
📅 Thursday 4 June 2026
🕠 5:30-8pm (bar open at 5pm)
🎟️ Tickets on sale: https://ararattownhall.com.au/event/the-runaway-strings-2026/☎️ 1800 657 158

21/05/2026