Explore Bendigo

24/04/2026

Lest We Forget

24/04/2026

Be sure to watch your step 🔥🌋

For a limited time, the floor has become lava in Bendigo! Adding some extra fun to your walk through Pall Mall, this installation brings the floor is lava game to life.

📍 Pall Mall, next to Sidney Myer Place
📅 From now - 19 July

Challenge the kids and yourself, to get across without touching the lava. This fun installation will only be around for a limited time a part of the Play Bendigo Region Program. To find out what other fun is happening across the region, click here: https://bit.ly/PLAYBendigoRegion

22/04/2026

It's time to pack the car or hop on the train! The Bendigo Region is stacked incredible fun things to see and play these coming months.

Check out what fun is happening in the Bendigo Region ⬇

Here’s why you should add a trip to Bendigo to the top of your list, stat.

21/04/2026

With ANZAC Day is this weekend, we have put together a list of businesses that will be open for the public holiday.
Whether you're in need of an early morning coffee, a spot for a catch-up, or something to eat after the morning service, find out who will be open in the Bendigo Region this weekend.

Click here for the full list: https://www.bendigoregion.com.au/explore-bendigo/public-holiday-opening-hours

21/04/2026

The Australia Red Tail Sale is on now at Qantas.
Save on one-way flights to Sydney or Bendigo until midnight Tuesday 28 April 2026.
Select destinations are on sale for travel across the June long weekend and winter school holidays.

Food, drinks, baggage and entertainment are all included in the sale fare.
Sale ends 11.59pm (AEST) Tuesday 28 April 2026, unless sold out prior. Select routes, travel dates and conditions apply.

Book now: https://www.qantas.com/au/en/flight-deals.html/any/au/economy/australia-red-tail-sale/lowest

20/04/2026

This one is for the foodies!
"From fire-led dining to hyper-local produce, the Bendigo Region – Australia’s first UNESCO City of Gastronomy – delivers a richly layered food experience to savour."

Find out why the Bendigo Region needs to become your next foodie getaway.

From fire-led dining to hyper-local produce, the Bendigo Region – Australia’s first UNESCO City of Gastronomy – delivers a richly layered food experience to savour.

17/04/2026

We can't believe it's the end of the Easter school holidays already!
Before the school term heads back, now your chance to get the family together and head out for an adventure in the Bendigo Region.
Don't forget there's giant Dragons & Ladders, Curiosity, the Lego Tram Cafe, and of course the Play Passport. If you complete the Play Passport and submit your entry, you'll go into the draw to win a $2000 prize!

For more family fun inspiration check out the full Play Bendigo program: https://bit.ly/PLAYBendigoRegion

16/04/2026

Have you heard? The Bendigo Tram Cafe has had a recent make-over and is now filled with colourful Lego bricks!
It’s the perfect spot for you to kick back, have a cuppa and take that perfect photo 🌈

This is up only for a limited time until end of July, check out this colourful addition to our PLAY program! They’ll even be serving up some colourful additions to the menu to match the theme.

📍 Tram Cafe, Bendigo Tramways
📆 Open 7 days a week
⏰ 8am to 3pm

15/04/2026

Ditch the car for the weekend and find out what you can explore within the Bendigo Region by foot.
Whether you're arriving by car, train, coach or plane, once you’re here, leave the car keys behind, and explore what's on offer. From grand historic streets and colourful creative laneways to relaxed country charm, everything is ready and waiting.

Discover our top spots here ⬇

See More, Drive Less in the Bendigo Region You’ve arrived in the Bendigo Region, by car, train, coach or plane, and now it’s time to explore. From grand historic streets and colourful creative laneways to relaxed country charm, everything is ready and waiting. The best part? Once you’re here, ...

14/04/2026

The Australian Heritage Festival begins this week there are some incredible experiences on show in the Bendigo Region.
From the 18 April to 18 May, the Heritage Festival explores the state’s places and spaces, stories, and ideas that make us who we are. If you love history, story telling, or just love learning new things, these events are perfect you.

Some Bendigo Region highlights:
🐉 "The Story of Bridge Street's Chinatown" with Golden Dragon Museum 金龍博物館 - 23 April
🚶 Historic Bendigo City walking tours with Bendigo Guided Tours - 18 April - 18 May
🏡 Guided tours of Langley Estate Bendigo - 16 May
⚡️ Tours of the Former Bendigo Gas Works - 19 April & 9 May
And much more.

Find out what other events are on in the Bendigo Region during the Australian Heritage Festival, click here: https://bit.ly/BGOHeritageFest

14/04/2026

Wanting an outdoor adventure with the little ones? The Great Stupa of Universal Compassion is hosting a Little Explorers Day! 🌿

Bring the kids along for a fun-filled day of adventure, discovery, and creativity at the Great Stupa on Friday, 17 April. Enjoy a guided journey through the Peace Park, and complete exciting challenges as they work towards earning their very own Stupa Explorer status.
After a big adventure, it’s time to refuel, kids will enjoy a special Explorer Lunch from the StupaView Café.

What to expect:
🌱 Guided adventure through the Peace Park
🧩 Fun challenges and interactive activities
🎨 Create your own Stupa Explorer badge
Perfect for young children, this special day is all about exploration, connection, and having fun together 💚

👉 Spots are limited, so don’t miss out: https://events.humanitix.com/little-explorers-day