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Event date28 – 29 March 2026

Lost Trades Fair 2026

Inspiration, skills, traditions and talent.

  • Annual
  • Community heritage
  • Cultural value
Hanging Rock Landscape Chloe Smith Photography 0011

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Finding what was lost - and sharing a passion for hand skills, fine craftmanship and the pursuit of excellence

What's on?

With its home in central Victoria the Lost Trades Fair is unique, captivating and one of the most inspiring and authentic events in the country.  Since 2014, Lost Trades has celebrated craftsmanship, skilled manual work, heritage trades, decorative arts, forgotten crafts and the knowledge that is passed down through generations. 

Lost Trades at Hanging Rock will showcase the world class makers and artisans that come to share their skills.
Staged artisan presentations and panel discussions will provide and insight into being a maker in the 21st century.

Meet the makers, watch demonstrations, listen to their stories and watch them create.​ 

Lost Trades aims to inspire and educate; to make us think about sustainability and the longevity of what we buy and use and show what people can do with practice, passion, hard work and knowledge. 

  • Date and time

    28 – 29 March 2026
    10:00am – 5:00pm (AEST)

  • Location

    Hanging Rock Reserve, Straws Lane, Woodend, Victoria

  • Price

    1-DAY PASS (Single Day Entry):
    Adult $35 | Kids (6-16 years) $20 | Free entry for under 5 years.

    3-DAY PASS (Unlimited 3 Day Entry):
    Adult: $60 | Kids (6-16 yrs): $25 | Free entry for under 5 years.

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