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Traditional Arts Fair 2026

November 22 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
$10

The Traditional Arts Fair 2026 is back on the 22nd November.

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New for 2026! Expanded layout throughout the Heritage gardens with more stalls, increased food and seating areas and easier browsing.

Step into a day of colour, craft and creativity as Buda Historic Home and Garden brings the Traditional Arts Fair to Castlemaine on Sunday 22 November, from 10am to 4pm.

Set against the backdrop of Buda’s stunning spring garden, this vibrant celebration honours the spirit of the Leviny daughters with an inspiring showcase of traditional arts, cooking and gardening. Discover everything from embroidery, bookbinding and weaving to saffron, metalwork, felting, jewellery, painting and more—each stall alive with skill, story and hands-on demonstrations.

Round off the day with handcrafted ice cream, barista-made coffee, a gourmet BBQ, Devonshire teas and delicious light lunches—there’s something to tempt every appetite.

Enjoy free demonstrations on the main stage, roving musicians and a special guest artist in residence, while stallholders share their craft up close. Families are warmly welcomed, with engaging children’s activities and guided tours of the historic house running throughout the day.

Come curious, leave inspired.

Adults are only $10 and kids are free, so don’t miss out on a fantastic family day out.

 

Pets not allowed please.
Assistance dogs welcome.

     

Buda’s famous produce will once again be on sale all day.

Food! Icecream, Laksa and Khao Soi by Duang, Axil Coffee by Ry and Kelsey.

   

Gourmet BBQ including vegetarian, cakes, light lunches and Devonshire Teas

BBQ    

Special Guest Artist in residence – Peter Sheehan

Master Decorative Painter, Peter will demonstrate how intricate textures and decorative finishes seen at Buda were achieved using painting techniques from the era in which the historic home was first decorated, offering a fascinating insight into the craftsmanship behind the distinctive interiors of the period.

Wood graining, marbling and other specialist finishes all come to life with his rare brushes designed for specific movements and effects. “I’ve always had this passion… to keep this sort of thing alive.”

Free Kids activities on the lawn 10am – 3pm

      

Great fun music with the Kyneton Street Band

 

Stall bookings are now full and closed. Please email secretary@budacastlemaine.org if you would like to be on the waiting list.

Details

  • Date: November 22
  • Time:
    10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Cost: $10