Mount Macedon Memorial Cross Reserve is currently closed for redevelopment works. The broader Macedon Ranges Regional Park remains open. Hanging Rock: The Summit Trail closes on declared Extreme Fire Danger Days. On 28+29 March 2026 Hanging Rock entry is exclusive to Lost Trades Fair ticketholders. Lost Trades Fair tickets must be pre-purchased online/before arriving.
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3 Mar

Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival – FAQs

The Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival 2026 delivers a 30-day invitation to explore nine historic villages, more than 50 events, and close to 60 inspiring family-run hospitality venues hosting Food & Drink Trail menu items. All within one of Australia’s most breathtaking autumn landscapes. And there is no single festival site or central hub as the entire region comes to life to host the celebrations. Check out Frequently Asked Questions to help plan your Autumn Festival visit 1-30 April
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3 Feb

Duneira Estate’s 150th Anniversary Victorian Ball

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2 Feb

Macedon Ranges Dream Summer Getaway Competition

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31 Jan

Plan Your Visit to Hanging Rock

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24 Jan

Sensational Summer Days at Hanging Rock Reserve

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8 Jan

Sip, Savour & Celebrate – 2026 Summertime Fling Festival Guide

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10 Nov

Spring Into Peony Picking Adventures

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31 Oct

Budburst Festival, Macedon Ranges – First Timer FAQ

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22 Oct

Woodend A World Top Market Town

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7 Oct

Botanical Visions: Unearthing Mount Macedon’s Garden History

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26 Aug

2025 Kids Go Wild at Hanging Rock Colouring Competition

Competitions
21 Aug

Experience Fields of Gold during the 2025 Kyneton Daffodil & Arts Festival

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14 Jul

Macedon Ranges Ultimate Embers & Wine Winter Getaway Competition

Competitions
3 Jul

Winter 2025 School Holidays in the Macedon Ranges

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7 May

5 Terrific Mt Macedon Trail Runs to Get Your Heart Pumping

Active See & Do
22 Jul

How to Get Married 9 Different Ways in the Macedon Ranges

Weddings
20 Jul

Gather the Gang: 10 Houses Perfect for a Country Group Getaway

Places to Stay
15 Jun

7 Pet Friendly Places to Stay in the Macedon Ranges

Places to Stay See & Do
6 Jun

6 Ripper Country Pies for Pastry Buffs

Eat & Drink See & Do
28 May

7 Relaxing Farm Stays to Get Back to Nature

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24 May

A Guide to Fungi and Wild Mushrooms on Mount Macedon

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22 May

10 Tips for a Wintery Macedon Ranges Wedding

Weddings
21 May

5 Smart Tips for Winter Trail Running in the Macedon Ranges

Active See & Do
20 May

12 Cosy Macedon Ranges Winter Getaways

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27 Nov

A Locals Guide to the Best Macedon Ranges Brekkies

Eat & Drink See & Do
6 Nov

A Guide to Dog Friendly Cellar Doors

Eat & Drink See & Do
3 Nov

A Cork Popping Cellar Door Guide to the Best Summer Bubbles

Eat & Drink See & Do
26 Oct

4 Country Garden Nurseries for City Green Thumbs

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4 Sep

9 Ideas for Family Friendly Places to Stay

Places to Stay See & Do
26 Jun

Meet the Macedon Ranges Young Guns of Wine

Eat & Drink See & Do
19 Jun

Interview with Wine Scholar and Sommelier Anthony Pieri

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8 Jun

8 Romantic Winter Escapes to Light your Fire

Places to Stay See & Do
1 May

A Rustic Beef Ragu Recipe Courtesy of Mount Towrong Vineyard

Eat & Drink
6 Apr

Your Ultimate Guide to Macedon Ranges Wineries that Deliver

Eat & Drink
28 Feb

Handy Tips for Autumn Freshwater Fishing in the Macedon Ranges

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24 Feb

Local garden identities explain what makes the Macedon Ranges so special

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4 Dec

7 Unique Picnic Spots to Discover this Summer

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4 Nov

12 Bubbles of Christmas Giveaway

Competitions
21 Oct

3 Stylish Mountain Getaways a Stone’s Throw from Melbourne

Places to Stay
25 Sep

5 Fantastic Farmers Markets to Visit this Spring

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2 Sep

Win a Spring Girls Mountain Retreat

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29 Aug

A Spring Guide to Open Gardens in the Macedon Ranges

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23 May

What Makes the Macedon Ranges Wine Region So Special?

Eat & Drink
26 Feb

An Art Lovers Guide to the Macedon Ranges this Autumn

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30 Jan

Four Hot Ideas for Romance in the Macedon Ranges

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12 Dec

A Dog’s Guide to the Macedon Ranges

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13 Nov

12 Clever Xmas Gift Ideas from the Macedon Ranges

Eat & Drink See & Do
10 Sep

3 Cool Ways to Experience Hanging Rock

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