What’s on in Halls Gap, Grampians and beyond

We share our 10 top things to do in the Grampians.

What’s on during September, October and November in the Grampians?  The Spring months are a great time to enjoy beautiful Grampians weather and we’ve got your visit to Serenity Halls Gap covered with our 10 top things to do in the Grampians.

So, book your accommodation in Halls Gap and time your visit with local events to sample the best of the Grampians region’s food and wine, arts, sports and outdoor lifestyle.

Grampians Wildflower Show

Come Spring the Grampians region turns into an oasis of wildflowers with many colourful flowers including orchids, lilies and other native plants in full bloom.

Halls Gap hosts the Grampians Wildflower Show. Operating for over 70 years, the Show is a major tourist attraction with visitors from all over Australia.

The Wildflower show is held at the Grampians Flora Botanic Gardens, walking distance from Serenity Halls Gap Accommodation.

When – 29 September to 30 September, 2018

Avoca Cup

There’s nothing quite like country racing. The Avoca Cup is one of country Victoria’s largest Spring racing events. Fantastic food, wine and track-side entertainment, it’s a fantastic day out!

When – Avoca Cup 3 – 4 November, 2018

Markets in the Grampians

The Halls Gap Market has an array of local produce and quality art and craft and is a short stroll from Serenity Halls Gap Accommodation.  Their delicious barbecue featuring egg and bacon rolls are worth the trip!

Other markets in the region include:

• Pomonal Village Vintage Market
• Ararat Trash ‘n Treasure Market
• Jung Market
• Natimuk Farmers Market
• Hamilton Farmers and Craft Market

When – Some markets only operate certain times of the year. For confirmed dates click here

Find yourself

Staying at Serenity Halls Gap and taking in the tranquillity of the surrounding bush land offers the ultimate in relaxation.

However, from time to time the Grampians offers Spiritual workshops and Yoga sessions.

The Didjun day spa also offers treatments to pamper the body and soul.

Get Arty

Halls Gap hosts a number of popular art exhibitions and shows throughout the year.

The Grampians Brushes is an art festival with colourful exhibitions and workshops for aspiring artists.

The event is held at various locations in Halls Gap.

When – Grampians Brushes – 8 -13 September, 2018

Serious Wine Tasting

Many of the wineries in the region host special events such as ‘meet the winemaker’, vertical tastings, blind tastings and everything in between.

The Grampians region is known for its Shiraz and the ‘Seriously Shiraz Wine Festival’ is a weekend of easy drinking and learning about wine.

When – 1 – 2 September, 2018

Trail Runs

 The Grampians is an amazing region to do a trail run and offers a number of well organised events throughout the year.

However, if you are after something a bit gentler than a full on trail run, the Hamilton parkrun is a five kilometre timed run, walk or jog – everyone runs at their own pace – it is not a race against other runners!  The run takes place every Saturday around Lake Hamilton. Entry is free.

Festivals

Dunkeld hosts the annual ‘3 Peaks Festival’.  The popular event boasts market stalls, live music, entertainment and fun activities for the whole family.

The Ararat Golden Gateway Festival is a 9-day community festival that has been running for over 50 years. Like any good country festival, there’s billy cart races, dancing classes, a parade and delicious home made scones. The main attraction is the ‘Gold Dig’ event which has people fossicking at Green Hill Lake where heaps of coins and other treasures are buried around the site. The person who collects the most treasure wins a major prize.

When – Dunkeld 3 Peaks Festival – 20 October, 2018
Ararat Gold Gateway Festival  – October, 2018

Agricultural Shows

The Wimmera region is home to many of the best agricultural shows attracting competitors from all over Australia.

Ararat and Horsham host agricultural shows with exhibitions and entertainment for the whole family.

When – various dates during October, 2018

Halls Gap Jazz Festival

Amazing musical performances taking in the stunning back drop of the Grampians.

Held in various Halls Gap venues, the Jazz Festival is a family friendly event with something for every music lover.

When –26- 28 October, 2018

Serenity Halls Gap Accommodation

Serenity Halls Gap Accommodation is a great base for many of the events held in the Grampians. And if this list isn’t enough to make you want to visit Halls Gap and the Grampians during Spring, See here for even more ideas.

Get in quick!  Accommodation books quickly – sometimes 12 months in advance!

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