Ballarat has a diverse range of museums, gallerys, parks, statues and collections / archives which can be enjoyed. Be immersed in architecture, discover the collection at the Fine Art Gallery, attend a performance at Her Majesty's Theatre or research your ancestors on the goldfields.

• Events Calendar
  
  Ballarat hosts a huge number of events and festivals throughout the year which celebrate the best of the region. View the calendar or submit your event.
• Awards/Ceremonies
  
  Council is host to many ceremonies and award functions including Citizenship ceremonies, Heritage, Community Safety, Seniors and Youth Awards.
• The Arts and Galleries
  
  Ballarat has a rich culture of the arts and is home of the oldest regional art gallery in Australia.
• Gardens and Reserves
  
  The City of Ballarat has azmaing gardens. From the history rich and famous Ballarat Botanical Gardens to the Buninyong Botanical Gardens, The Gong and incredible street gardens
• Heritage
  
  Council has a wide role in relation to heritage. Building heritage, heritage landscapes, heritage objects and promotion of heritage research.
• Lakes
  
  With boating, rowing, fishing, hiking, and surrounding recreational areas Ballarat lakes are a hub of activity for community and visitors alike.
• Parks, BBQs & Playgrounds
  
  Play is important for people of all ages!
• Walking Tracks
  
  
• Australian Ex-POW Memorial
  
  The Australian Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial at the Botanical Gardens provides ex-prisoners of war, their descendants, visitors and future generations with a reflective experience.
• Bookings and Maintenance
  
  The City of Ballarat has a variety of open spaces available for use by the community for recreation activities
• Sport & Recreation
  
  Council is the largest provider of sport and recreation venues in Ballarat managing parks, sports grounds, swimming pools and more.
• Swimming Pools
  
  Ballarat has an excellent range of indoor and outdoor swimming pools providing facilities for families with children of all ages.
• Town Hall Projections
  
  

Architecture and History Walks

• Webster Street Heritage Trail
• Wayfinding
• Koori trail
• Ballarat Walking Tours
• Ballarat Driving Tours
• Ballarat Cycling Tours
• Ballarat Botanical Gardens Heritage Tour 
• Trust Trees  iPhone App
• Walking Ballarat's heritage

• Amenities, Toilets, BBQs & Playgrounds

• Active Transport (Walking/Cycling/Public Transport)

• Open Space (Parks)
  • Hierarchy/Categories of Public Open Space
  • Park Directory
  • Memorial/ Historical Sites
  • Ballarat Open Space Strategy