This month, Florian’s location comes with a big bonus. The Ballarat Winter Festival is back, running until 27 July, and it’s one of the most exciting times of year to live here.
Across the city, you’ll find pop-up ice skating, hot chocolate trails, circus shows, glowing lanterns, and one seriously impressive transformation at Sovereign Hill.
Their annual Winter Wonderlights event lights up the historic streets with giant projections, performers in full costume, drifting faux snow and a very sweet mix of festive and wholesome. It’s a must for the kids, and honestly, it still hits even if you’re just in it for the mulled wine and nostalgia.
In the CBD, you can catch a live show in the new Ukiyo Spiegeltent, lace up your skates, or sip your way through the Hot Chocolate Showdown, where over 25 local cafes are competing for the crown of Ballarat’s best cup.
And when you live at Florian, it’s all on your doorstep.
For more information about this year’s Winter Festival, visit BallaratWinterFestival.com.au