22/11/2025 @ 6:45 pm – 10:30 pm $22.50 Humffray Room Get Tickets Charity music show with all money going to medical research company NeuRAPretty Fly is a band from Werribee who plays awesome covers. Autophagia is a new modern metal band with their debut EP on the horizon. This is there first show. Outer Worlds is a metal core band from melbourne. with their latest…
16/08/2025 @ 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm $69.90 Get Tickets Live & intimate. Get ready Australia for a Night To Remember as Australian heartthob Craig McLachlan brings his unique & exciting Live & Intimate stage show to theatre’s and venues across Australia. Craig McLachlan – actor, singer, musician & songwriter from TV’s Ramsay Street to 1950’s Ballarat & across stages of the world,
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29/06/2025 @ 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm $52.25 Get Tickets An Occasion in BallaratFeaturing Rachael Grace The AustralianBarbra Streisand Show Experience the magic of Barbra Streisand’s legendary career with Rachael Grace, as she brings to life the timeless hits that have defined generations.This stunning production, featuring musical direction by Green Room Award-winning John Thorn, takes audiences on a musical journey through Streisand’s iconic
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10/08/2025 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm $21 – $26.13 Get Tickets The Little Brass Band an award-winning Goldfields Region Brass Quintet . The Little Brass Band presents a selection of cool jazz and popular tunes. The Bar will be open and complimentary snacks. This is a fundraiser for the BMI. The first half is cool Jazz ranging from New Orleans classics to upbeat
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31/05/2025 @ 7:00 pm – 9:45 pm Free – $34.33 – $34.33 Get Tickets The Sweet Mona’s choir is on tour to launch their latest CD: Let the Good Times Roll. This time we are in our home town Ballarat at the majestic Minerva Space at the Ballarat Mechanics Institute. The evening promises to be packed full of rhythms, harmonies and vibrant energy. Joining us
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05/04/2025 @ 7:30 pm – 11:00 pm $29 Get Tickets Zak Plays Zach. Join us on April 5th for an unforgettable night as Zak Plays Zach brings the ultimate Zach Bryan tribute to the Mechanics Institute in Ballarat! From the heartfelt ballads to the anthems that make you want to scream every word, we’re playing all the hits—Something in the Orange, Quittin’ Time,
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21/02/2025 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm $10 – $20 Get Tickets Hot Club Swing. Prepare for an evening of unforgettable music at the historic Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute, featuring the lively rhythms of Hot Club Swing and the captivating artistry of Amie Brûlée. Hot Club Swing will take you on a journey to the golden age of jazz with their vibrant gypsy swing sound. Drawing inspiration from the legendary
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07/02/2025 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm $30 – $40 Get Tickets Olybird. Olybird Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music at the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute, featuring the mesmerizing sounds of Olybird and the soulful harmonies of the Milla Williams Duo. Olybird will enchant you with their unique blend of heartfelt lyrics, intricate arrangements, and an unforgettable stage presence. Known for their soulful performances, Olybird creates
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24/01/2025 @ 7:30 pm – 11:00 pm $20 Get Tickets Come Witness a Night to Remember with Live Hip-hop, Food & Drink. Step into a night of pure energy and raw talent, featuring some of the most electrifying names in hip-hop: Exfold | Fitzythadon | Rezzyy | Bailz X Stixy | Noir847 | Leaksy | Draks | Runwylda This unforgettable night will be hosted by the incredible Exfold, and DJ Sudden on the decks bringing the beats all night. Don’t
23/08/2025 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm $30.45 Get Tickets Step into the world of Six String Blues— from the melodies of Delta icons like Robert Johnson to the soul-stirring sounds of Chicago legends such as Muddy Waters, and into the electrifying licks of modern maestros like Eric Clapton and John Mayer, this show bridges generations of blues brilliance. Matt Arthur On stage,
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Fundraiser for Ballarat RSL & BMI
$33 per person
Minerva's Secrets Night Tours
Tue 19 May with special visit to Lantern Vaults
Tour 1 at 7pm – Tour 2 at 9pm.
Calling for Pre-loved books
These donation assist in our Library Fundraising Activities
We can take delivery during regular Library operating hours. See website footer.
Spring Season, History Talks:
Ballarat's Henry Lawson - The Dragon's Den - Gold! Gold! Gold!
Wed 3, 17 & 24 September, 5.30pm.
Bubbly on arrival featuring quality items from our Vintage Shop
Sunday 6 September at 2pm - Cost $65
The Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute 2026 Calendar
Featuring illustrations from our Heritage Book Collection $40
Your gift will be tax-deductible this financial year if you make it before June 30.
Like many organisations the BMI faces significant funding challenges.
