Environment Events in Bendigo

Join a leisurely stroll around Lake Tom Thumb for a morning of bird and plant ID and learning about local frogs and their habitats. For all ages, no experience necessary.

Join a guided nature walk through the Nell Gwynne reserve for a morning of bird and plant ID and learning about local wildlife and their habitats.

Join a leisurely nature stroll around Goldleaf Wetland for a morning of bird and plant ID and learning about local wildlife and their habitats.

The City of Greater Bendigo’s next Mattress Muster event will be held on Saturday April 18, 2026. entry via Thistle Street. Bookings are essential and can be made from Monday April 6 to Friday April 17, unless fully booked prior. Places are only open to Greater Bendigo residents and are limited to one per household. This event is likely to sell out so book early and be prepared to queue while mattresses are unloaded on the day. Please note that mattress recycling is available year-round at City Recycling Centres for around $40 per mattress.

Ever wanted to know more about the bats that live in Bendigo? Central Victorian Bat Alliance View the antics of the Grey-headed Flying Foxes hanging in the treetops through binoculars and there will also be bat-themed arts and crafts activities for the kids. For all ages. This is an outdoor event so wear weather-appropriate clothing and bring binoculars if you have them.