The best events in western Victoria this October
The district is buzzing, with plenty of ways to get out and enjoy the community.
Zara Cuthbertson
September 30, 2025
From lively festivals and family-friendly shows to markets, workshops and live performances.
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Events in Colac
The Let’s Talk Colac Foundation team. Image supplied
Walk the Walk Festival 2025
The 2025 Walk the Walk Festival invites participants to join a 12- or 24-hour relay walk around the showgrounds to raise funds for the Let’s Talk Foundation. The event includes food stalls, wellbeing activities, a candlelight remembrance for loved ones lost to suicide, talks and a concert at 5pm featuring local musicians.
Where: Colac Showgrounds
When: October 4, from 10am
Price: Free to attend and register, donations and fundraising encouraged
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Otways Winter Festival in Spring
The Otways Winter Festival will return for its third year, showcasing the south west’s produce and offering live music and kids activities. All entry donations will help the Colac Area Health Foundation raise funds for a new wellbeing centre in Colac, caring for patients with cancer and other complex health conditions.
Where: Colac Showgrounds
When: October 26, 10am-3pm
Price: Gold coin donation on entry
Events in Camperdown
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Camperdown Show
The annual Camperdown Show has been running for more than 150 years, and includes live music, rides, food, horses, pet parade, dog jumping and the dachshund dash.
Where: Camperdown Showgrounds
When: October 11, 9am-3pm
Price: Family (two adults, two children under 17) - $30; Adults $15; Pensioners $5; Students $5, Kids aged 4 and under free
Events in Warrnambool
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Warrnambool Show
Highlights at the 170th Warrnambool Show include animal nurseries, rides, the "Enchanted Experience" in the Old Horticultural Pavilion, live music, food and trade stands.
Where: Warrnambool Showgrounds
When: October 25, 9:30am
Price: General Admission $25; Concession $20; Children aged 15-17 $10; Children 14 and under free
Halloween pop-up cinema
The Botanic Gardens is hosting a free, family-friendly Halloween event featuring a screening of Casper, a kids’ scavenger hunt with prizes and music from DJs J4CK4LOPE and Prince Zest. Attendees are encouraged to wear costumes and bring picnic gear and snacks. Fresh popcorn and coffee will be available.
Where: Warrnambool Botanic Gardens
When: October 31, 4-7:30pm
Price: Free
Events in Southern Grampians
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Australian Pedal Car Grand Prix
The Australian Pedal Car Grand Prix is an annual event where competitors are sent racing around the streets of Coleraine. Teams of four or more will build and race their own unique pedal car in a two-hour endurance event.
Where: Coleraine Train Station Tourist Centre
When: October 4
Price: Free to watch
Three Peaks Festival
The Three Peaks Festival in Dunkeld is an annual outdoor market at Dunkeld Memorial Park featuring live music, entertainment, market stalls and activities. Entry is free, but for $20 parents can purchase kids an All Day Play wristband, to access a dedicated kids zone. Visitors can also listen to local music and explore artisan stalls, food trucks and beverages.
Where: Parker Street, Dunkeld
When: October 18
Price: Free
Events in Ararat
Seniors Festival
The 2025 Victorian Seniors Festival is offering a month of free and ticketed events for Seniors Card holders in Ararat, including guided tours, live music, heritage experiences and a fashion event. Bookings are essential for most events, with details and tickets available online or at the Ararat and Grampians Visitor Information Centre.
Where: Across town
When: October 1-31
Price: Free, or $5-$35 depending on event
Brian Nankervis live at Willaura
Poet, performer, broadcaster and Rockwiz MC Brian Nankervis will perform in Willaura for an evening of music trivia, prizes and comedy, with a two-course dinner included. Tickets are available until October 14.
Where: Willaura Memorial Hall
When: October 18, doors and bar open from 7pm for a 7:30pm start
Price: $70