Media releases
Celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of Australia's first women's cricket match held in Bendigo
March 27, 2024
As the birthplace of Australian women’s cricket, Greater Bendigo is celebrating the 150th anniversary of the first women’s cricket match.
Make the most of the 2024 Bendigo Easter Festival and plan ahead
March 26, 2024
Make the most of the Year of the Dragon at the 2024 Bendigo Easter Festival with traditional cultural activities, entertainment, and family fun.
Plan ahead for your trip to the 2024 Bendigo Easter Festival
March 22, 2024
With the 2024 Bendigo Easter Festival only a week away, residents and visitors are encouraged to plan their trip to and from the major event during the busy long weekend.
Make the most of the 2024 Bendigo Easter Festival
February 12, 2024
With the Year of the Dragon celebrations continuing in 2024, the Bendigo Easter Festival will be a major highlight featuring an exciting program of events from Good Friday March 29 to Easter Monday April 1.
Plan your trip to and from 2023 Bendigo Easter Festival
April 4, 2023
Plan your trip to and from 2023 Bendigo Easter Festival including road closures and alternative transport options
Make the most of the 2023 Bendigo Easter Festival and plan ahead
March 28, 2023
Make the most of the 2023 Bendigo Easter Festival and plan ahead. The cultural activities and family favourites will be held between Friday April 7 and Sunday April 9 with smaller community events on Easter Monday
Exciting program released for 2023 Bendigo Easter Festival
February 16, 2023
The City of Greater Bendigo is launching an exciting new program for this year's Bendigo Easter Festival which will take place from Good Friday April 7 to Easter Monday April 10.
Planning begins for 2023 Bendigo Easter Festival including new brand launch
September 15, 2022
Planning is now underway for the 2023 festival, commencing with the launch of new brand.
Plan your trip to and from 150th Easter Fair
April 12, 2022
Plan your trip to and from 150th Easter Fair
Plan ahead for 150th Bendigo Easter Fair's four day celebration
April 8, 2022
Plan ahead for 150th Bendigo Easter Fair's four day celebration.
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150th Bendigo Easter Fair online program available
March 8, 2022
Celebrations have been extended for the 150th Bendigo Easter to four days, with over 80 exciting events for the family to enjoy.
Call out for volunteers for the 150th Bendigo Easter Fair
February 3, 2022
The City of Greater Bendigo is calling for volunteers aged 15 and over to get involved in the historic 150th Bendigo Easter Fair, which will run over four days from Friday April 15 to Monday April 18, 2022.
Eggs-plore Bendigo at Easter
March 1, 2021
Alternative Easter program offers a wide range of smaller family friendly activities and entertainment held across multiple venues, that can be managed in a COVID-safe way.
Family-friendly activities planned to celebrate Easter in 2021
January 22, 2021
The smaller, three-day program will replace the 150th Bendigo Easter Fair celebrations and will take place over a number of locations.
Calendar of festive events reviewed in response to COVID-19
November 13, 2020
The City of Greater Bendigo confirms planning is underway for the Bendigo Easter Festival in 2021.
