What’s On Around BRIGHT THIS SUMMER 2020

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Be inspired by a range of exciting summer events in Bright!

This summer, whatever activities you enjoy, Bright and the surrounding High Country region offer a broad range of events sure to pique your interest.

Whether that’s getting outdoors and experiencing the High Country’s stunning hiking or cycling opportunities, relaxing with a wine while enjoying superb live theatre, or taking the family to see a range of inspirational films, Bright has you covered.

Book your Bright holiday now and get along to one of the following events: 

Mount Hotham FREE guided bushwalks – from December 26

These family friendly guided bushwalks showcase Mount Hotham’s history, including its gold mining past, along with the region’s unique flora and fauna. You might get lucky and see the mountain Pygmy Possum – unique to the Australian Alps.

The hikes are between 3 and 5 kilometres in length, and stunning views are guaranteed!

Head to the Mount Hotham website to see the full range of bushwalks on offer. Registering, while not essential, is recommended. 

Bright Mountain Film Festival – from December 28

The Bright Mountain Film Tour (BMFT) brings together a selection of adventure films from around the world. 

Kick back with a beverage and tasty meal while you enjoy an awe-inspiring range of films, carefully chosen for their ability to entertain and surprise. This is a family friendly event, with a great selection of local beverages and food on offer, along with special prizes and giveaways.   

This year there will be two screenings in Bright (December 28 and January 4), and one in Mount Beauty (December 30). Head to the BMFT website for more details or to purchase your tickets. 

Alpine Valleys Fringe Festival – January 9-12

This fun four day event, held at Feathertop Winery, features comedy, music and caberet set against a stunning vineyard backdrop.

Acts include Ginger and Tonic, Priscilla Armstrong, and comedian David Quirk, from the ABC TV series Rosehaven.

To buy tickets or learn more, head to Feathertop Winery’s website.

Alpine Classic Cycling Event – January 25 and 26

This fully supported cycling event, which traverses some of the country’s most stunning country, offers a wide selection of courses to suit all levels of cyclists.

Commencing and finishing in Bright, you can choose from eight courses – from moderate (60km in length) to challenging (320km)! Ride some of Australia’s best cycling routes knowing you’re fully supported.

The event now also includes the Bonjour Bright food and music festival.

For more information or to register, head to the Alpine Classic website.

Shakespeare in the Vines at Gapsted Wines – February 1

Enjoy live theatre in a stunning vineyard setting at Gapsted Wines.

The Summer event, presented by Melbourne-based Essential Theatre, will feature ‘Macbeth’. Enjoy a wine and locally inspired hamper as you enjoy one of Shakepeare’s premier works. 

Tickets are limited – you can book direct at Gapsted Wines.

Jayco Herald Sun Tour – Stage 3 Bright to Wangaratta – February 7

Get up close with some of the world’s best cyclists on stage three of Australia’s oldest cycling race, which sees riders head from Bright to Wangaratta.

This stage, which traverses 178km of stunning High Country terrain, will start at 10am and is expected to take riders approximately four hours.

There are few better opportunities to mingle with world class cyclists in such a relaxed setting as Bright. 

For more information, visit the Jayco Herald Sun Tour website.

Australian 2020 Adventure Travel Film Festival – February 14-16

Enjoy three days of motivational films, speakers and authors, all focused on the central theme of adventure. 

Held in Bright, you’ll be treated to a raft of inspirational people and their stories. The event includes a look back at some of the best adventure films ever made. 

Day and weekend passes are available, and can be purchased online now

For a full outline of upcoming events in Bright and nearby towns, head to our summer events page!

  • 22 RIVERSIDE
  • A PEAR TREE LOFT
  • ABBEVILLE IN BRIGHT
  • ABENAKI
  • ABERDEEN
  • ALDERWOOD
  • ALLAMBIE COTTAGES – VILLA 1
  • ALLAMBIE COTTAGES – VILLA 2
  • ALLAMBIE COTTAGES – VILLA 3
  • ALPINE ARNICA COTTAGE 1
  • ALPINE ARNICA COTTAGE 2
  • ALPINE ESCAPE
  • AMAROO
  • AMBER COTTAGE
  • AMBER MIST VILLA – ONE
  • AMBER MIST VILLA – TWO
  • APEX VILLA
  • AUTUMN ABODE COTTAGES – ONE
  • AUTUMN ABODE COTTAGES – TWO
  • AUTUMN LEAF COTTAGE 1
  • AUTUMN LEAF COTTAGE 2
  • AVIGNON IN BRIGHT
  • BLACK MAMBA HOUSE
  • BLUE HILLS RISE
  • BRIGHT COUNTRY HOME
  • BRIGHT GYPSY
  • BRIGHT ON HIGH
  • BRIGHT PEAKS
  • BRIGHT VIEWS
  • BRIGHTER STAYS
  • CAMELLIA LODGE
  • CEDAR HOLIDAY UNITS – APARTMENT 1
  • CEDAR HOLIDAY UNITS – APARTMENT 2
  • CEDAR HOLIDAY UNITS – APARTMENT 3
  • CEDAR HOLIDAY UNITS – APARTMENT 4
  • CHAPTER 11 DELANY
  • CINDY’S VIEW
  • CRANMORE COTTAGE
  • CRYSTALBROOK COTTAGE
  • DECKED OUT AT BRIGHT
  • DIEUDONNE
  • FEATHERTOP RETREAT
  • GABLES
  • GENEVE
  • GLASS HOUSE
  • HARGREAVES HOUSE
  • HARRIETVILLE COTTAGE
  • HAUS ON HOUGHS
  • HIDDEN GEM
  • HIDDEN HAVEN
  • HOUGHS CABIN
  • HYGGE
  • KAIGHINS PLACE
  • KANGAROO LODGE
  • KILFINAN
  • KOOKARRUNGA
  • LEADER VIEWS
  • LUMLEY ABODE
  • MONTEREY
  • MOUNTAIN HAVEN
  • MOUNTAIN THYME
  • MOUNTBATTEN RETREAT
  • MYSTIC MOUNTAIN LODGE
  • ON THE TRAIL
  • PLATYPUS BEND
  • RUSTIC RETREAT
  • SANCTUARY 33
  • SHINE BRIGHT
  • SILVER BIRCHES HOLIDAY VILLAGE – UNIT 1
  • SILVER BIRCHES HOLIDAY VILLAGE – UNIT 10
  • SILVER BIRCHES HOLIDAY VILLAGE – UNIT 2
  • SILVER BIRCHES HOLIDAY VILLAGE – UNIT 3
  • SILVER BIRCHES HOLIDAY VILLAGE – UNIT 4
  • SILVER BIRCHES HOLIDAY VILLAGE – UNIT 5
  • SILVER BIRCHES HOLIDAY VILLAGE – UNIT 6
  • SILVER BIRCHES HOLIDAY VILLAGE – UNIT 7
  • SILVER BIRCHES HOLIDAY VILLAGE – UNIT 8
  • SILVER BIRCHES HOLIDAY VILLAGE – UNIT 9
  • SOMMER COTTAGE
  • SUNDOWN COUNTRY CLUB
  • THE BASE ONE
  • THE BASE TWO
  • THE BOAT HOUSE
  • THE DELANY
  • THE GLASS PINNACLE
  • THE HOUSE AT SMOKO
  • THE ORCHARD HOUSE
  • THE OUTTA TOWNER
  • THE POACHED PEAR
  • THE STELVIO VILLAS – ONE
  • THE STELVIO VILLAS – TWO
  • TONGA PARK RETREAT
  • TOP DECK
  • TOP OF THE TOWN
  • TREE VIEW COTTAGE
  • TREQUANDA
  • VALLEY VISTA
  • VILLA NORD
  • VILLA URBANE
  • VILLE VIEWS
  • WOOD PEAK
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