Keeping the family entertained doesn’t have to cost a mint. Here are six low-cost and free options for the month.
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Kyeema Spring Fair
Live music, market stalls, food trucks and a lucky draw of prizes.
Where: Lalor Street, Portland
When: October 3, 10am-2pm
Cost: Free
Creative Club
A guided arts and crafts session for kids aged six to 12.
Where: Warrnambool Library
When: October 7, 4-5pm
Cost: Free
AFLW Round 8: Western Bulldogs v St Kilda
Ballarat will host a match between the Bulldogs and the Saints.
Where: Mars Stadium, Ballarat
When: October 3, 2-6pm
Cost: Adult: $15; Youth (14-17): $5; Kids under 14: Free
Three Peaks Festival
This annual Dunkeld event hosts market stalls, live music and family activities.
Where: Dunkeld Memorial Park
When: October 17, 10am-4pm
Cost: Free
Colac Haunted House
Wander through the Goosebumps-themed decorations to raise money for the Second Colac Sea Scout Group. There’s an 8pm session for extra scares and a 10am session on Sunday for no scares.
Where: Colac Scout Hall Log Cabin
When: October 30-November 1
Cost: $5
Hallows Eve family dance
Dress up in costume and learn the steps to ceilî, a traditional Irish dance performed to celebrate Oîche Shamhna - the Gaelic term for Halloween.
Where: Crossley Hall
When: October 31, 5pm
Cost: Adults: $15; Kids: Free; Camping: $10