Ararat Town Hall

Ararat Town Hall Ararat Town Hall, built in 1898, presents both local and touring performing arts events

The Ararat Performing Arts Centre (PAC) is the cultural hub of the region. Housed in Ararat’s stately old Town Hall, the PAC attracts a rich calendar of annual events. Today it is a well utilised facility providing a wide range of performances and events and the opportunity for participation in the performing arts. PAC delivers Art to the community, growth in activity, innovation, outstanding spac

es and people - a venue renowned for its artistic energy and engagement. Offering a broad curated program of performing arts throughout the year

Lunchtime concerts are held each month and the One Act Play Festival is held at the PAC in August every year.

18/11/2025

Don't forget to storm the Ararat Town Hall tomorrow evening to witness Apolline. Winners of Australian Folk Music Award Youth Artist of the Year last year, they have a well deserved reputation and will not disappoint.
Tickets here: https://ararattownhall.com.au/event/apolline-2/

**TONIGHT**🎸 Solquemia – Flamenco in the Foyer 🎶Slide into the warmth of our Cozy Concert Series with Solquemia – origin...
13/11/2025

**TONIGHT**
🎸 Solquemia – Flamenco in the Foyer 🎶
Slide into the warmth of our Cozy Concert Series with Solquemia – original Spanish guitar, flamenco rhythms and Latin jazz performed up close in the Ararat Town Hall Foyer.
Featuring:
• Alejandro Florez – Flamenco Guitar
• Aya Kitaoji – Percussion & Vocals
• Jethro Negrón – Electric Bass & Percussion
📅 Thursday 13 November 2025
🕠 5.30pm – 7.30pm (bar open from 5.00pm)
📍 Ararat Town Hall Foyer
Tables for four and cocktail tables available. Drinks at bar prices from 5pm – feel free to drop in after work or bring your own platters or meals to share.
🎟 Book now: https://ararattownhall.com.au/event/solquemia/

🔜TONIGHT🎫🎤 Bee Gees Revival It would be a Tragedy to miss this amazing re-creation of one of the most popular groups of ...
07/11/2025

🔜TONIGHT🎫
🎤 Bee Gees Revival
It would be a Tragedy to miss this amazing re-creation of one of the most popular groups of all time, spanning five decades of memorable songs in this hit-packed tribute show!

🗓 Saturday 8 November 2025
🕗 8:00pm – 10:15pm
📍 Ararat Town Hall
🎟 Book now: https://ararattownhall.com.au/event/bee-gees-revival/

🎤 Bee Gees Revival It would be a Tragedy to miss this amazing re-creation of one of the most popular groups of all time,...
06/11/2025

🎤 Bee Gees Revival
It would be a Tragedy to miss this amazing re-creation of one of the most popular groups of all time, spanning five decades of memorable songs in this hit-packed tribute show!

🗓 Saturday 8 November 2025
🕗 8:00pm – 10:15pm
📍 Ararat Town Hall
🎟 Book now: https://ararattownhall.com.au/event/bee-gees-revival/

“🎵 Hear the classics: ‘Long Way to the Top’, ‘Back in Black’, ‘Thunderstruck’, ‘Dirty Deeds’, and more. One night. One l...
02/11/2025

“🎵 Hear the classics: ‘Long Way to the Top’, ‘Back in Black’, ‘Thunderstruck’, ‘Dirty Deeds’, and more. One night. One legacy. One thunderous set.”
🎧 Expect nothing less than the ultimate setlist — the songs that shook Civic Hall and rocked stadiums around the world. From the Bon Scott era to the modern hits, THUNDERSTRUCK brings them all, live and loud.
🎫 Main Release: Adult $45 | Concession $39
🔗 https://ow.ly/y9KH50WBPAV

20/10/2025

🎤 The Dusty Springfield Story — Presented by Wendy Stapleton
✨ Friday 24 October 2025 | 8:00PM–10:00PM
📍 Ararat Town Hall

Experience the timeless hits and captivating story of Dusty Springfield — from Son of a Preacher Man to You Don’t Have to Say You Love Me.
An unforgettable evening celebrating one of the greatest voices of all time, brought to life by the incredible Wendy Stapleton!

🎟️ Tickets:
Adult – $30 raked seating | $36 on tables
Concession – $25 raked seating | $30 on tables
Groups of 8 or 10 at concession prices

🍷 Cabaret and Raked Theatre Seating Available
🧺 BYO Nibbles | Bar Open from 7:30PM

🔗 Book now: ararattownhall.com.au/event/the-dusty-springfield-story

12/10/2025

Geoff Achison & The Souldiggers + Motor City Sounds

A Night of Blues & Soul at Ararat Town Hall, Sat 18th Oct!

Kicking off the night with style, Motor City Sounds brings the soul of Detroit to life. This 10-piece powerhouse delivers energetic renditions of Motown classics from Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin, and more.
Following the break, Geoff Achison & The Souldiggers take the stage with a Blues Journey. Recounting a story in music of how a passion for American blues & soul music evolved into a home-grown repertoire of inspired original songs.

https://bit.ly/souldiggers_ararattownhall_18Oct25

Skate into Summer ticket are live and booking out, and we're excited to see our local residents enjoying this cool escap...
09/10/2025

Skate into Summer ticket are live and booking out, and we're excited to see our local residents enjoying this cool escape this December.

From Friday 12 – Sunday 14 December, the Ararat Town Hall auditorium will be transformed into a festive indoor ice rink, complete with music, lighting, and activities for all ages.

Whether you’re a first-time skater or seasoned on the ice, there will be sessions to suit everyone – including dedicated times for children and themed nights. Opening night on Friday 12 December will feature a live ACE Radio broadcast, giveaways, late night trading on Barkly Street and food trucks, setting the scene for three days of family-friendly fun.

Book your tickets now! https://ararattownhall.com.au/event/skate-into-summer/

Ararat Town Hall is searching for an Administration & Marketing Officer to help make our local arts and events shine. Th...
09/10/2025

Ararat Town Hall is searching for an Administration & Marketing Officer to help make our local arts and events shine. This is an exciting opportunity to work behind the scenes at one of our region’s most celebrated venues, supporting performing arts, community functions, and cultural celebrations from planning to promotion.

The role involves coordinating bookings, providing exceptional customer service, and developing engaging marketing content for social media, newsletters, and websites. If you enjoy working with artists, event organisers, and the public, while bringing creative flair and strong organisational skills to every task, this could be the perfect opportunity.

For those passionate about arts, community, and connecting people, we encourage you to find out more and apply today via the Council website here: https://www.ararat.vic.gov.au/council/careers/administration-marketing-officer-ararat-town-hall

Ararat Rural City Council is excited to launch an all-new community event, Skate into Summer, bringing an icy-cool escap...
02/10/2025

Ararat Rural City Council is excited to launch an all-new community event, Skate into Summer, bringing an icy-cool escape to Ararat this December. From Friday 12 – Sunday 14 December, the Ararat Town Hall auditorium will be transformed into a festive indoor ice rink, complete with music, lighting, and activities for all ages.

Whether you’re a first-time skater or seasoned on the ice, there will be sessions to suit everyone – including dedicated times for children and themed nights. Opening night on Friday 12 December will feature a live ACE Radio broadcast, giveaways, and food trucks, setting the scene for three days of family-friendly fun.

Book your tickets now! https://ararattownhall.com.au/event/skate-into-summer/

“🎤 Meet the band behind Thunderstruck. With global acclaim from events like BONFEST and MotoGP Phillip Island, they brin...
02/10/2025

“🎤 Meet the band behind Thunderstruck. With global acclaim from events like BONFEST and MotoGP Phillip Island, they bring the roar of rock back to Ararat.”
🔥 Fronted by Brendan “BJ” Vernal, with Elio Sepulveda channeling the fire of Angus, and the rhythm section to match, THUNDERSTRUCK is a full-throttle rock revival. These are the pros trusted to bring Aussie pub rock back to life.
🎟️ Main Release Prices: - Adult: $45 - Student / Concession: $39
🎫 Grab your ticket → https://ow.ly/hGWN50WBPA6

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Ararat, VIC
3377

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Wednesday 10am - 4am
Thursday 10am - 4am
Friday 10am - 4am

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The Ararat Town Hall is the cultural hub of the region, attracting a rich calendar of annual events. Today it is a well utilised facility providing a wide range of performances and events and the opportunity for participation in the performing arts. The Town Hall delivers Art to the community, growth in activity, innovation, outstanding spaces and people - a venue renowned for its artistic energy and engagement. Offering a broad curated program of performing arts throughout the year Lunchtime concerts are held each month and the One Act Play Festival is held at the Town Hall in August every year.