Festival fun not far away

Fun in store: The Ballan Autumn Festival is just over a fortnight away, and is expected to be the biggest yet. Photo: SUPPLIED

ONE of Ballan’s most popular events is back this month, and there’ll be a wide range of activities available to enjoy.

The Ballan Autumn Festival is an annual celebration of local culture, creativity, and community, and is one of the oldest regional fairs in Moorabool Shire.

Around 10,000 people attend each year, and organisers say this year’s event on Sunday 17 March will be the best yet.

A central stage for entertainment, more artisanal market stalls, a new seated and shaded dining precinct will complement the usual crowd pleasers, including the grand parade and vintage cars on show.

More than 100 market stalls will line Inglis Street on the day, as well as an incredible selection of music on the Moorabool Wind Farm Stage, including young local folk band The Gordon Gypsies, the Ballan Community Street Band, and the African Star Dance and Drumming Company.

The animal nursery is just one of a plethora of fun sites and activities in store for kids at the family-friendly festival.

For more information on the Ballan Autumn Festival, visit the website, or follow the Facebook and Instagram pages for the latest updates.