Sonika

06/09/2026

What will our community partner Imagined Realms Incorporated | Tales of Amar be bringing to PopCon 2026?

PopCon 2026 - Ballarat’s pop culture convention
📍 Ballarat Library and Civic Hall, Ballarat Central
📅 Sunday 27 September
🕚 11am to 4pm
🎫 FREE ENTRY – no tickets required

04/09/2026

What’s our community partner Goodgames Ballarat bringing to PopCon 2026?

PopCon 2026 - Ballarat’s pop culture convention
📍 Ballarat Library and Civic Hall, Ballarat Central
📅 Sunday 27 September
🕚 11am to 4pm
🎫 FREE ENTRY – no tickets required

25/08/2026

PopCon returns this September!
Superheroes, wizards, gamers, anime fans, book lovers and pop culture enthusiasts are invited to gather for the return of PopCon Ballarat on Sunday 27 September.
Taking over Ballarat Library and Civic Hall from 11am to 4pm, the event will feature more than 50 stalls, free activities, gaming, art, local creators, authors, collectibles and hands-on activities for all ages.

📍 Ballarat Library and Civic Hall
📅 Sunday 27 September
🕚 11am to 4pm

25/08/2026

Get excited for PopCon 2026!
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🎮 PopCon Ballarat returns this September!

Superheroes, wizards, gamers, anime fans, book lovers and pop culture enthusiasts are invited to gather for the return of PopCon Ballarat on Sunday 27 September.

Organised by Sonika, Ballarat’s youth-led Amplify Committee, with support from the City of Ballarat Youth Services team, PopCon has grown into one of Ballarat’s most vibrant and anticipated community events.

Taking over Ballarat Library and Civic Hall from 11am to 4pm, the event will feature more than 50 stalls, free activities, gaming, art, local creators, authors, collectibles and hands-on activities for all ages.

This year also sees the return of favourites like Good Games Ballarat tabletop gaming and the popular Cosplay Competition, alongside a new partnership with local live action role play group Imagined Realms Incorporated, bringing immersive fantasy experiences to the day.

The event will also feature a dedicated Chill Space, providing a quiet and supportive environment for attendees who need a break from the excitement.

📍 Ballarat Library and Civic Hall
📅 Sunday 27 September
🕚 11am to 4pm
💛 Free family-friendly event

📖 Learn more and register for the Cosplay Competition via the City of Ballarat website: https://www.ballarat.vic.gov.au/community/youth-services/popcon

17/07/2026

01/07/2026

PopCon 2026 Expression Of Interest applications are OPEN NOW until the 15th of July!
If you'd like to be a part of PopCon 2026, we encourage you to apply - this includes stall holders, fan clubs, artists, performers, panel discussions, workshops, food vendors, or any other ideas you can bring!

Apply now via https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/9WYw96maSQ
More information is available on the form

Who do you want to see at PopCon 2026?
Tag them in this post so they know to apply!

10/06/2026

PopCon is returning for 2026 on Sunday the 27th of September at Ballarat Library and Civic Hall!

Stay tuned for more information, Expression of Interest applications will be opening soon for all stall holders, exhibitors, activities, or any other ideas you can bring to PopCon 2026!

What are you keen to see at PopCon this year?

15/05/2026

EMO NITE IS BACK!
We are hosting 3 local live bands and plus elder emo DJ Wishy Washy spinning all the classic emo, pop-punk and alt-rock bangers in between!
Make your own kandi bracelets, meet other likeminded people and be your authentic self!

Register your ticket via https://events.humanitix.com/sonika-emo-nite-2026 or just come along on the day!

2pm - 6pm
Saturday 30 May
Trades Hall - 24 Camp Street, Ballarat Central
FREE ENTRY

A Victorian Government initiative, this event is all-ages, strictly drug, alcohol & smoke/vape-free, fully supervised, no pass outs (if you leave the event you can't come back in sorry!)

11/05/2026

Pride Month is just around the corner and we are so excited to let you know that the Ballarat Youth Pride Ball is BACK for LGBTIQA+ young people and their friends aged 12 to 18!
In 2026 you can expect some of the same things - performers, a DJ, crafts, quiet spaces, photobooth - and a few new things, like a different venue!
As usual the venue will be announced via email a few days before the event, to ensure that everyone has a safe and fun time. Remember, you must register to be able to attend.
Stay across our socials for more updates, info and FAQs. We are so excited!!
Book your free tickets now - https://events.humanitix.com/ballarat-youth-pride-ball-2026

Poster design by Beau Turner and Arden Moloney ✨

This FREE Pride Month event is brought to you by QHub, Sonika, Amplify and the Victorian State Government.

30/04/2026

Congratulations to Frogrider who have been selected to perform at Her Majesty's Theatre Ballarat with rock opera show AUTO-TUNE!

There have been discounted tickets for young people released - only $5 each! Book your tickets via the link below to see Frogrider and AUTO-TUNE on Saturday May 9!

https://ballarat.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent?ev=157060&evs=273984&pl=175411,175412,175413,175414&tt=44223&promocode=HIGHFIVE