There are a lot of festivals and events in Bright and surrounding areas.
Festival and events in Bright range from small events to large scale events.
With Covid19 this had had an impact on the number of events in and around Bright, however they are starting to come back.
The events on the board for 2021 are as follows
FEBRUARY
For markets in February, see our market page.
26 - 27 Get a Grip of the Grind.
This is the 3rd year of this event and is focused on working women that want more from their life and or their career. This event runs for 3 days in Bright. And has a range of activities from motivational speakers to adventure activities. You can get more info here.
MARCH
5 - 7 Brighter Days Festival
The Festival is 3 days of family friendly fun held annually in Bright. Go here to check the latest news and updates and also for registration. (Cancelled for 2021)
13 - The Razorback Run
This classic Alpine run offers three challenging distances in some of the most spectacular country in Victoria’s Alpine National Park. The 64 km Razorback Ridge run takes in the entire length of the Razorback to offer some of the most stunning ridge running and scenery in the Australian Alps. Get more info here.
26 - 28 - CycleWELL
This event is focused on men's health, for everyday blokes like you who enjoy cycling. You can get more info here
APRIL
3 - Hedonistic Hiking’s Buffalo and Bubbles
Explore some of the distinctive rock formations on the beautiful plateau of Mount Buffalo with Hedonistic Hiking.
9 - 11 - Buffalo Stampede
Experience a full weekend of running in the Victorian Alps, with amazing views of Mt Buffalo as you hit the trails. 40 - 70 km Skyrunning marathons.
MAY
3 - Hedonistic Hiking’s Buffalo and Bubbles
Explore some of the distinctive rock formations on the beautiful plateau of Mount Buffalo with Hedonistic Hiking.
14 - 16 La Fiera Italian Festival Myrtleford
La Fiera is a celebration of Myrtleford’s Italian heritage and culture. Due to Covid restriction it has been reinvented for 2021 - Tickets are limited. (Sold out)
22 - 23 The Pineapple Express
A mountain bike riding weekend where you can enjoy the awesome trails at Mystic Bike Park enter to win at the same time. For more info go here
JUNE
12 - Wandi Cross
The Wandi Cross is a a mountain running challenge set in the beautiful valley of Wandiligong.
Just a few minutes from Bright.
The distances include:
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5 kilometres (500 m +/-)
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21 kilometres (1860 m +/-)
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48 kilometres (3850 m +/-)
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Kids Run 2 km (60 m +/-)
AUGUST
Hopefully we are free and clear for August. If you are visiting in August, there are a few markets on.
15 - Bright Make it Bake it Grow it market
28 - Myrtleford Farmers Market
OCTOBER
9 - Wandi Cross
The Wandi Cross is a mountain running challenge.
Suitable for anyone from the elite to the first time mountain enthusiast. Four distances are available:
5 kilometres (500 m +/-)
21 kilometres (1860 m +/-)
Kids Run 2 km (60 m +/-)
30 Oct - 2 November - Bright Alpine Climb
The Bright Alpine Climb started in 1979 to get walkers into the hills to enjoy the superb scenery the area around Bright has to offer. Runners have since joined the walkers and have added excitement to the event.
The event is held over 4 days – always on the Melbourne Cup weekend.
Climbs include Mt Buffalo, Mt Feathertop, Mt Hotham and Mystic Hill.
If you are looking for accommodation give us a call on 03 5755 1010 or view our accommodation here.