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Winter is the perfect excuse to embrace hot chocolate season, and Ballarat is leaning all the way in. The city's beloved Hot Choc Showdown is back, serving up decadent and over-the-top creations guaranteed to satisfy even the most hardcore sweet tooth.
Returning from June 27 to July 19 as part of the Ballarat Winter Festival, Hot Choc Showdown is on for a limited run this winter school holidays. So, if you were looking for a family-friendly activity to rug up for, how about sampling more than 30 decadent hot chocolates in one epic chocolate trail?
Featuring a deliciously sweet line-up of marshmallow-loaded options and boozy adults-only offerings, those who are game to take on the challenge can pick up a map of all the participating vendors at the entrance and set off on a self-guided tasting tour. Cast your vote and you’ll not only help crown Ballarat’s champion hot chocolate but you’ll go in the running to win a Winter Prize Pack, valued at $1500.
Once you’ve had your fill, there’s plenty more reason to stick around. The city-wide annual event features a jam-packed program of food events, gigs and performances and a huge market. Grab another cup and head to the ice-skating rink, get in line for fire-filled medieval action at Kryal Castle or wander through the glowing Winter Wonderlights at Sovereign Hill.
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