List of Local Events

Local Events

There are many local events happening in Daylesford, Hepburn and Hepburn Springs  and the surrounding area. 

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The events will be listed in date order.

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LOCAL ATTRACTIONS

Daylesford Spa Country Railway

Heritage Train Rides – Every Sunday

Come and ride a train straight out of the good old days when life was simpler and train services were an essential part of rural life.

Our restored heritage trains “take you for a ride” through the beautiful scenic countryside and forest of the Central Highlands, to the highest operating railway station in Victoria.

More info www.dscr.com.au


LOCAL MARKETS

The Daylesford Sunday Market 

The Daylesford Sunday Market operates each Sunday from 8.00 am to 3.00 or 4.00pm at Daylesford Station (rain, hail, shine or snow).

A wide variety of stalls selling everything from books to spare parts for the car, fresh local produce, clothing and collectables are located at the market.

The Daylesford Sunday Market is located at 18 Raglan Street (Midland Highway) and plenty of FREE car parking is available. Dogs on a leash are welcome at the Daylesford Sunday Market. 
More Information

Daylesford Farmers Market – 1st Sat each Month

On the first Saturday of the month Daylesford’s local farmers, producers and vignerons gather on the oval of the Daylesford Primary School to sell their very fresh produce and products.

You will find everything from cheese, olives, olive oil, eggs, fresh meats, fresh veg and fruit, local honey, jams & preserves, bread, truffles and all your weekly staples to seedlings, plants and chooks for the backyard.

Remember they are seasonal so monthly there are a few changes with the farmers and producers but that is the exciting thing about seasonal it challenges your cooking, keeps food fresh, real and interesting. For the latest list of producers and any other updates visit the operator Facebook page.

Clunes Farmers Market 

Held every second Sunday of each month. From 9am to 1pm in the main street.

Have a beautiful Sunday Drive.
Only 45 kilometres from Daylesford.

Within an hour and a half from Melbourne you can do your organic produce shopping at Clunes Farmers’ Marketbefore fossicking in the local bookstores and antique stores.

Stay for a fabulous lunch or snack at the many Clunes eateries before moving on – or not – to other fabulous destinations around Clunes. http://www.clunesfarmersmarket.com.au/

The Creswick Market – 3rd Saturday each month

The Creswick Market is held the third Saturday of every month. Bring the kids and your four-footed friends, all are welcome. 9am to 1pm.

Located in the picturesque and historic township of Creswick, just 20 minutes to either Ballarat or Daylesford the Creswick Market a great day out for the whole family. 

Free live music and over 90 specialist boutique sites, offering a variety of unique handmade goods ranging from arts and crafts to freshly made delicacies, something for everyone. Talk directly to producers and designers, learn about the ingredients and processes that brought the item to you. 

The market features: gourmet take away food and great coffee; live music; kids entertainment and playground; beautiful gardens to relax in; historic township to explore; hand made arts, crafts, jewelery, clothes, home grown fruit, vegetables, plants and other produce. 

Creswick Market is a much-loved monthly event, with the true relaxed feel of a regional craft market. A must see for all the residents and visitors of the Goldfield region.

http://creswickmarket.com.au/

Trentham Farmers Market

Held on the 3rd Saturday of every month, from 9.00am until 1.00pm, and located in the town square, our market showcases the finest fresh and seasonal produce from the region. Browse the stalls and discover a selection of local dairy produce, honey, eggs, live poultry, preserves, potatoes, sourdough breads, olive products, fresh flowers and organic wines.

                      DAYLESFORD CINEMA

Daylesford Cinema Has Moved To the Town Hall

Daylesford Community Cinema is a volunteer run cinema currently residing in the Town Hall until our new home is finished.

Running professional sound and projection equipment, the cinema is screening a selection of current release movies to cater to all tastes.

Come and join our happy and professional group of volunteers, bringing entertainment to all in the community, locals and visitors alike.

Visit the Amazing Mill Market at Daylesford 

LOCAL EVENTS

Book a Ride on the ‘The Silver Streak’ Train

This catered service has operated continuously on the first Saturday of the month for over 15 years.  Thousands of guests have enjoyed the delights of a journey through the local forests aboard our 1970s Diesel Rail Car, accompanied by delicious finger food, drinks of your choice and live music by Travelling Concessions.

 “The Travelling Concesions play compact music, played with considerable constraint, specialising in the production of big sound from a small footprint.” (Richard Bevan)

The Silver Streak departs the Daylesford Station regularly at 5.30pm. Guests can enjoy a pre-departure drink while they sort out their tickets.

At $60 per adult and $35 for all others, the Silver Streak is a charming and memorable experience that can be equally enjoyed by couples, families and groups alike.

Bookings need to be made online. Make sure you specify particular dietary requirements.

About – http://www.dscr.com.au/silver-streak.php

Check this website for updates for the rest of the year.
Charters are available at other times.
Enquiries: 0421 780 100

Gift vouchers are also available

Daylesford Spa Country railway is a totally volunteer managed, operated and maintained tourist railway.