Established in 1997 as a sub committee of Balaklava Community Arts Inc. the Balaklava community is well known for its encouragement and support of the performing arts. For more detailed historical information see the history page on the new Balaklava Community Arts Inc website

The Balaklava Eisteddfod Society endeavours to:

~ have sections for activities popular in the region
~ have sections for levels of attainment from beginners to advanced
~ be encouraging in spirit, within a supportive environment
~ be designed largely by local teachers and professionals
~ be inexpensive for participants and audiences
~ be reviewed & adjusted to ensure it continues to serve the best interests of the region.

The very first Balaklava Eisteddfod was held on 24th, 25th and 26th October in 1997. Since then, the Balaklava Eisteddfod has gone from strength to strength, with more sections added and more than six times the amount of entrants from that first year.