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The City of Greater Bendigo is delighted to launch Eggs-plore Bendigo at Easter,
a family-friendly and fun-packed program of events taking place from Good Friday,
“All of these events are ticketed so you will need to book early to avoid disappointment as venue numbers are capped,” Cr Alden said.
“I encourage you to browse the program
To see the full Eggs-plore Bendigo
at Easter program and book tickets,
head to www.bendigotourism.com.
More events are expected to be
Presented by Bendigo TAFE
April 2 to Easter Monday, April 5.
In response to current COVID-19 guidelines
The City of Greater Bendigo is
Each person attending an event will need their own ticket.
and to keep the community safe, the four-
and book your tickets as soon as you added to the program so please
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Children under 12 months do not require a ticket.
Rotary Art Show, traditional Chinese
“Bendigo is very much open for
“There will also be many other ways
to enjoy our vibrant city at Easter,
including the Mary Quant: Fashion
however each person must book a ticket to secure a spot as the desired session time, as places are limited.
Once on-site at Carnival Central you will be able to purchase tickets for each of the individual carnival rides and activities your wish to enjoy.
Easter events.
performances, events at the Discovery
to book.
Science and Technology Centre, and much more.
Other highlights include activities and workshops for kids, a scavenger hunt, hand-made artisan experiences at
business and we can’t wait to see everyone enjoying the many different activities and events on offer with Eggs-plore Bendigo at Easter at various locations across the city.
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Session time
Cost Where to book
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Please note: Children under 12 months of age do not require a ticket.
Rotary Easter Art Show Bendigo Town Hall 6.30pm - 9pm
can because tickets will not be available check for updates on the website
has replaced the traditional Easter Festival
Bendigo at Easter, a family-friendaltythe entrance to events on the day. and Facebook page.
celebrations for this year.
and fun-packed program of even“tAsn.d don’t forget we will still need to Carnival Central
This alternative program, presented by the City and Bendigo TAFE and supported
the entrance, they must be pre-booked online.
To help keep everyone safe and
keep our events COVID-safe so please Enjoy the excitement of the carnival
by Fosterville Gold and Gold Central
atmosphere. Delight in the thrill of good hand hygiene, maintain social the rides and try your luck along
manage numbers, you will need
code provided.
distancing aAnsdcsatapyachiotymaetifayllovueanruees is limited, please cancel your ticket using
Victoria, offers plenty of family favourites
to book a ticket online to attend
sideshow alley.
and attractions. They include Farmer anDyaroryfl’sthpettiEngzgoos,-cparlnoivrael riBdes,nthdeigo at
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Entry to each event is via designated gates/doors, where you will need to show your ticket to attend. Tickets will not be available at
Please sign in when you arrive at each event using the QR
bring a mask, remember to practise
Entry to Carnival Central is free;
to attend. This will enable the ticket to be made available for others
with the dragons or an Easter egg hunt.
Dragon Museum and Bendigo
(opening night) 189-193 Hargreaves Street, Bendigo
Centre to cancel your ticket if you are no longer able to attend. This will enable the ticket to be made available for others to book.
Cost Where to book
Free bendigotourism.com
Mayor Cr Jen Alden said the 2021
Heritage Attractions.”
It is hoped that the 150th Bendigo Easter Fair will be celebrated in 2022 with a full program of events and activities.
Annual gala launch, awards and opening sales.
program had a great range of free or low-cost events to entertain families and visitors during the holidays, but it
Friday April 2
was important for people to plan
ahead and book online.
Event
Active Kids
Location
Fosterville Gold Tennis Centre, 21 Nolan Street, Bendigo
Session time
Timed entry*
9am, 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm
A hive of action-packed sports fun including activities from Gecko Sports, Connected Circus and a tennis come-and-try session.
Bendigo Community Ulumbarra Theatre, 3pm - 5pm Free gotix.com.au Bands Performance 10 Gaol Road, Bendigo
The City of Greater Bendigo Brass Band, Eaglehawk Brass Band, Evergreen Brass Band, Bendigo and District Concert Band and Marist Brass Band join together for a combined performance.
Bendigo Woodturners Bendigo Trades Hall, Timed entry* $5 adults, bendigotourism.com Exhibition 40 View Street, Bendigo 10am, 11am, 12pm, children free
1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm
An exhibition and sale of finely crafted woodwork and associated crafts, along with wood working and wood turning demonstrations.
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