Time Out in Bendigo, Victoria

Event organisers will find a diversity of attractions serving as unique off-site venues and interesting themes for gala dinners, product launches, team-building activities and accompanying persons’ programs. The impressive range of leisure and entertainment options adds to the suitability of Bendigo as a conference and event destination.

Truly unique experiences will make your event memorable. Go underground at the Central Deborah Gold Mine for cocktails, take a free-fall leap down Australia’s largest vertical slide at Discovery Science & Technology Centre or enjoy canapés surrounded by some of Australia’s finest artworks at Bendigo Art Gallery. Start the day with a champagne breakfast and a hot air balloon ride - without a doubt the best way to gain a birds-eye view of this fabulous city.

Natural bushlands surround Bendigo, giving it the title of ‘City within a Forest’. Wildflowers, native animals and breathtaking views make exploring a superb experience. Cycling and walking trails are a great team-building option for your event. Trail maps and guides are available to weave through the forests, where you’ll often pass historic sites.

Vibrant restaurants, cafes and wine bars that showcase the talented people and quality regional produce of the region are aplenty. Ranging from contemporary and eclectic cafés, to fine dining and many varied cuisines including Thai, Indian, Mexican, Italian and Chinese. Something to tempt all tastes!

Exceptional wines, particularly big reds, come from Bendigo’s deep, rich soils. Bendigo’s winemakers produce impressive, award-winning wines. Over 30 wineries surround Bendigo, making it simple to visit a cellar door outlet. It is not uncommon to meet the winemakers, sleeves rolled-up and tending to the vines. We have four Winery Cycling Trails that are ideal for delegates who may be looking for some exercise – no mention wonderful wine.

The following attractions are true Bendigo highlights and these are just some of the options for adding that point of difference to your event. Consider these as places for dining, partying or playing with a difference.

Bendigo Art Gallery
One of the oldest and finest regional galleries in Australia, boasting a stunning collection of important Australian works. A glorious setting for canapés and cocktails to unwind.

Bendigo Pottery
Australia’s oldest working pottery, with a fascinating interpretive museum and sales gallery. Allow your team to test their creative skills as they throw their own pot on the potter’s wheel.

Central Deborah Gold Mine
Don a miner’s hat and lamp, travel 20 storeys beneath the earth and walk in the footsteps of the miners. Enjoy drinks below in the ‘crib’ room or simply take an adventure.

Golden Dragon Museum & Classical Chinese Garden
Experience a living history of the Chinese people of Bendigo from the gold rush to the present. Consider a traditional Bendigo welcome with a Chinese Lion Dance before entering the gardens for traditional Chinese cuisine.

Vintage Talking Tram
Travel 100 years an hour, as you weave through historic streets and hear great stories onboard. Take the Café Tram for pre-conference, post-conference or pre-dinner drinks

Parks and Gardens
Our Box-Ironbark parks and reserves that surround Bendigo will work wonders for your mind, body and soul. Centrally located Rosalind Park is a stately century old park. Enjoy the open space for relaxation or team activities.

Lake Weeroona
An ornamental lake set in glorious parklands with cycling and walking paths. Take to the water or cycling track for team activities.

For further information or to discuss your Business Event please contact;

Grant Villiers
Business Events Officer
+61 3 5434 6442 or +61 48 831 4342
g.villiers@bendigo.vic.gov.au

Bendigo - central to your success.

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