Community events and things to do

Castlemaine Secondary College Art Exhibition

14 Oct 2025 Castlemaine Secondary College present the end of year show featuring multidisciplinary art submissions made by VCE students from the school.

Castlemaine Visitor Information Centre, 44 Mostyn Street,  3450

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Portable Planetarium (3-5 years)

17 Oct 2025 Explore planets, stars and galaxies and uncover the beauty of the night sky in an immersive space adventure.

Castlemaine Library, 212 Barker Street, Castlemaine 3450

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Astronomy for adults 18+

17 Oct 2025 Explore planets, stars and galaxies and uncover the beauty of the night sky in an immersive space adventure.

Castlemaine Library, 212 Barker Street, Castlemaine 3450

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Portable Planetarium (5-12 years)

17 Oct 2025 Explore planets, stars and galaxies and uncover the beauty of the night sky in an immersive space adventure.

Castlemaine Library, 212 Barker St, Castlemaine 3450

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Mt Tarrengower Hill Climb

18 Oct 2025 Running for more than 90 years, the Mt Tarrengower Hill Climb showcases historic cars and motorcycles competing for the fastest hill climb time.

Mount Tarrengower, Mt Tarrengower Lookout Road, Maldon 3463

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Castlemaine Emergency Expo

18 Oct 2025 Castlemaine Emergency expo is back for a family fun day featuring kids' activities, live emergency service demonstrations and expert advice from our first responders.

Western Reserve, Corner of Forest Street and Hargraves Street, Castlemaine 3450

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Maldon and Baringhup Agricultural Show

19 Oct 2025 A fun day out for the whole family including a jumping castle, laser tag, rock climbing, petting zoo, face painting, pavilion display, music and more.

Maldon Racecourse, Racecourse Reserve, Maldon 3463

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Mr Ants Show: We All Smile In The Same Language

22 Oct 2025 A heartwarming and hilarious show about inclusion, kindness, and togetherness (ages 3-5).

Castlemaine Library, 212 Barker Street, Castlemaine 3450

Tagged as: , Kids & family

Castlemaine Artists' Market

26 Oct 2025 Find a hand-made treasure and come and see local artists and artisans in action at the Castlemaine Artists' Market, held on the fourth Sunday of every month.

Western Reserve, Western Reserve, Castlemaine 3450

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Castlemaine Show

31 Oct 2025 This two-day event offers something for everyone. Starting with a night of rides and fireworks, and continuing on Saturday with animal judging, pavilion viewing and children's activities.

Camp Reserve, 11 Forest Street, Castlemaine 3450

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