Events.
Wombat Park Estate welcomes guests throughout the year for a variety of special events and open garden days that celebrate the beauty, heritage, and community spirit of this remarkable property. These occasions offer a rare opportunity for the public to explore the private grounds, taking in the grandeur of the Arts and Crafts residence and the extensive gardens that have evolved over more than 170 years.
Visitors are invited to wander through a rich tapestry of garden rooms, ancient trees, and meandering pathways, experiencing firsthand the seasonal beauty and layered history of the estate. From the grand elm-lined drive to the sunken croquet lawn and the tranquil “Deciduous Forest,” each part of the garden offers something unique to discover. Special tours may also be held, offering insights into the design, architecture, and horticultural legacy of Wombat Park.
Events held on the estate often include market-style offerings on the lawns, where guests can enjoy artisan food, local produce, and refreshments in a relaxed country atmosphere. Whether it's a garden opening, a guided tour, or a community gathering, each event reflects the estate's ongoing role as a place of beauty, learning, and shared enjoyment.
Wombat Park’s events aim to honour the property's rich past while embracing its vibrant present. They offer a warm and memorable experience for garden lovers, history enthusiasts, and anyone drawn to the charm of country life.
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Wombat Park Estate AUTUMN Open Garden 2026
Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th May
Immerse yourself in the vibrant colours of Autumn at Wombat Park Estate!
We are delighted to welcome guests back for this rare autumn opening - the first autumn open garden in over 12 years. Don’t miss the chance to see Wombat Park Estate'sdisplay of colour and history.
Our magnificent 250-acre historic estate transforms in autumn. The grand avenues blaze with rich reds, golds and amber hues; the stately conifers stand in deep green contrast; and the tranquil garden rooms take on a serene, timeless beauty that only this season can bring.
Food, beverages and local produce will be available for purchase on the day at our country market on the croquet lawn.
Saturday 16th May 2026, 10am - 4pm
Sunday 17th May 2026, 10am - 4pm
PLEASE NOTE :
Tickets can also be purchased at the gate each day. To avoid queues each day we highly recommend buying tickets online.
Children under 10yrs free entry when accompanied by a paying adult.
Please enquire directly for large group bookings via info@wombatparkestate.com.au
No dogs are allowed at this event.
Our open garden event will proceed regardless of rain.
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SPRING LANDSCAPE PAINTING RETREAT AT WOMBAT PARK ESTATE
Join us in Daylesford for this very special weekend of creativity led by renowned landscape artist Lana Daubermann
Friday 23rd - Sunday 25th October 2026
A Landscape Painting Weekend with Lana Daubermann
Exclusive access · Private Estate · En plein air · A restorative & creative escape
Capture the fresh light and colour of spring among sweeping lawns, century-old gardens and towering specimen trees at Wombat Park Estate, one of Daylesford’s most remarkable and rarely accessible private properties. As carpets of bluebells unfurl beneath the trees and the gardens burst into life with every shade of green, this storied estate becomes your exclusive living canvas for two soul-nourishing days. Immerse yourself in landscape painting en plein air with artist Lana Daubermann www.lanadauberman.com.au, drawing inspiration from blossom, birdsong and the luminous clarity that only spring can bring.
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Wombat Park Estate SPRING Open Garden 2026
Saturday 31st October & Sunday 1st November
Find yourself immersed in the blossoming and vibrant colours of spring at Wombat Park Estate!
After the spectacularly successful open gardens in 2024 and 2025, with thousands of visitors, we are delighted to announce our 2026 Spring open garden dates, Saturday 31st October and Sunday 1st November (Melbourne Cup weekend). Don't miss this opportunity to experience the history and grandeur of this extraordinary garden.
Each season delights the senses with constant changes to foliage colour. The dramatic framework of clipped hedges, sweeping lawns and towering evergreens provide form and function. Sheltered garden rooms and hidden spaces are the essence of this magical garden.
Wombat Park Estate’s garden described as 'pure romance', first planted in the early 1850s and continuously developed throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries, is of State significance. A splendid residence, designed by the celebrated Melbourne architect Rodney Alsop, was erected c.1910-12
Food, beverages and local produce will be available for purchase on the day at our country market on the croquet lawn.
Saturday 31st October 10am - 4pm
Sunday 1st November 10am - 4pm
PLEASE NOTE :
Tickets can also be purchased at the gate each day. To avoid queues each day we highly recommend buying tickets online.
Children under 10yrs free entry when accompanied by a paying adult.
Please enquire directly for large group bookings via info@wombatparkestate.com.au
No dogs are allowed at this event.
Our open garden event will proceed regardless of rain.
