Creatives and artisans are the beating heart of the Daylesford and Macedon Ranges region.
Come and discover artists’ studios and museums around every corner and have a go at creating your own masterpiece.
Our region is a truly distinctive place – where painters, sculptors, printmakers, photographers, artisans and more continually draw inspiration from the world around them – and you will too.
Step into the art zone by visiting the many independent galleries and artist-run spaces, chatting to the makers and creators, getting the inside story on the local burgeoning arts scene. Challenge your inner creativity by taking one of the many workshops or classes throughout the area. In doing so, you will instantly feel part of the thriving, artistic zone.
Meet our Art & Lost Trades operators
Bromley & Co
Bromley & Co is the umbrella business for a diverse range of creative projects, retail…
Buda Castlemaine
Buda Historic Home and Garden is an 1861 goldfields villa house, museum and heritage…
Campo Verde Alpacas
Campo Verde Alpacas is not your average farm
Cascade Art
Amid the lofty timber trusses and leadlight windows there is Cascade Art, a contemporary…
Castlemaine Fringe Festival
Castlemaine Fringe is back in 2025!
Cavaletti Gallery
A destination store celebrating the essence of slow fashion & slow living.
CresFest Inc
CresFest is a folk and roots music festival in the forested gold rush town of Creswick,…
Dilworth and Allain
A cellar door in Daylesford which combinines our work/life passions, art and wine
Dromkeen
Dromkeen is a heritage homestead with gallery, tearoom, conference and wedding…
Mount Monument
Mount Monument is a single vineyard in Victoria’s Macedon Ranges. It sits at the base of…
Natasha Morgan
Natasha offers garden design, artisanal craftsmanship, and immersive workshops fostering…
Overwrought Sculpture Garden and Gallery
Sculpture garden and gallery featuring unique Australian handmade metal artwork
Pom-me-granite Studios
The chemistry, alchemy and process of her ceramic practise are an endless source of…
Rathdowne Antiques
A beautiful place of treasures and wonder to delight.
Stockroom Kyneton
Stockroom Kyneton is regional Victoria’s largest privately-owned contemporary art……
The Convent Daylesford
The Convent Daylesford, nestled on the crest of Wombat Hill, over-looking Daylesford, is…
The Mill Castlemaine
Castlemaine creativity at its best. Discover the unexpected around every corner at The…
The Old Auction House
The Old Auction House is an independently run multi-use arts precinct located in the…
Wildwood Instruments
Guitar Making Courses and an Art Gallery that's all about music!
Art & Lost Trades inspiration in Daylesford & the Macedon Ranges
Unmissable Summer Events Across Daylesford, the Macedon Ranges and beyond
As summer heats up, so does the action across Victoria’s heartland. From vibrant Highland Gatherings and festive vineyard celebrations to art exhibitions, foodie experiences, and classic car shows, there is plenty to keep you busy all summer long.
The Luxe List
Really want to spoil yourself? We’ve pulled together a list of some the most luxurious and indulgent experiences across Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges.
What’s Happening in Winter
It’s all about getting cosy, with a side dash of culture, in Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges this winter.
48 Hours in Daylesford & Surrounds
Short on time? Here’s your ultimate two-day guide to Daylesford and surrounds.
Trentham – A Tiny Treasure
Trentham is one happening hamlet. Set on the edge of the Wombat State Forest, this charming town with its goldrush-era streetscape is home to boutique stores, welcoming country pubs, art galleries, and top-notch food and wine experiences.
Top Family-Friendly Events at the Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival
The Macedon Ranges come alive in autumn, as leaves change colour, and villages celebrate the arrival of the season…and we’re holding a festival to celebrate! Immerse yourself in nature, taste fresh autumn produce, enjoy world-class music and entertainment, and more, across nine charming and colourful villages.
Live The Quiet Life
It already feels as though 2025 is rushing by. With work back in full swing and school going back, the calendar is quickly filling with kids’ sports, after school activities, birthday parties, work functions… the list goes on. It’s easy to get caught up in all the rush and forget to make some time for yourself – some peaceful, mindful time, away from the constant noise.
A Week in the Life: Guide to a 7-Night Stay
A weekend is never long enough in the Daylesford and Macedon Ranges region, so stay for a little longer, get off the beaten path and discover charming, lesser-known towns.