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The Rush for Gold and the Chinese
Bright Cemetery Coronation Avenue, Bright, Victoria, AustraliaMeet at the Bright Cemetery gates at 9.30 for an informative walk through the Chinese section of the cemetery, followed by a visit to the Bright Museum, where you will hear about the infamous Buckland Riot while enjoying homemade morning tea and also explore the Chinese exhibits in the museum and the replica Joss House.…
Chestnut Tree Holiday Units
Chestnut Tree 154-158 Delany Avenue, Bright, Victoria, AustraliaThree acres of beautiful landscaped gardens with a range of standard roses, camellias,dogwoods, maples, Mt Fuji Weeping cherries, catalpas, mulberries, and much more.
Bright Croquet Club
Burke Street Bright Burke Street, Bright, Victoria, AustraliaExperience Croquet, the World’s oldest ball game at the historic Bright Croquet Club Burke Street opposite the Clock Tower. Established in 1904, the club is the 2nd oldest croquet club in Victoria. Please wear flat shoes, all equipment provided, free lessons and enjoy a sausage sizzle (gold coin) and coffee/tea afterwards. For more information, please…
The Golden Assayer’s Garden
Golden Assayer's Garden 49 Robertson St, Myrtleford, Victoria, AustraliaThis historic property and land previously featured an entrance to Reform gold mine in the 1800's. Thoughtfully landscaped to balance old world charm with naturalistic planting - designed to attract birds, bees and insects. The topsoil has been rejuvenated with organic compost, mulch and planting of indigenous plants, trees, flowers, fruit and nut trees, and…
Bright and District Historical Society Museum
Museum 2 Railway Avenue, Bright, Victoria, AustraliaThe museum displays railway, gold and social history of the area. There is rolling stock typical of that used on the Ovens Valley Railway. Many Chinese miners worked on the goldfields, and there is a replica of the Buckland Valley Joss House that was destroyed in the riots of 1857. There is a large collection…
‘Murders and Mysteries’
Visitors Information Centre 119 Gavan Street, Bright, Victoria, AustraliaMeet at the Alpine Visitor Information Centre, 119 Gavan Street, Bright, at 6.00 for a walking tour of the CBD with a local historian who will tell the stories of Bright’s darker history. Duration approximately 1 hour. Rain cancels. Time: 6.00pm Bookings not required, but cap of 50 walkers.
Historic Buckland Cemetery Tour
Museum 2 Railway Avenue, Bright, Victoria, AustraliaInformative walk around the Buckland Cemetery.
Guided Brewery Tours
Fred's Shed 28 Churchill Avenue, Bright, Victoria, Australia30-45 minute Guided Brewery Tour (Plus Tasting) See where all the magic happens! No question is off limits! Discover the art, science and magic of brewing beer as we take you through each step of the process and show you why Bright Brewery beer is truly special. Join our brewers, Lewis, David or Claire for…
Gala Day
Bright CBD Ireland Street, Bright, Victoria, AustraliaThe Al Findlay Memorial Gala Day is the high point of the Bright Autumn Festival, falling this year on Saturday 3rd May 2025, named in honour, and celebrating the life of Al Findlay who had such a significant impact on the development of the community over 30 years and had a special interest in the development…
There’s a Chair in There
Bright Court House 1-3 Park Street, Bright, Victoria, AustraliaBright Theatre Company will present their second collection of ‘One Act Plays’ at the Courthouse for the Autumn Festival this year. This collaboration will be in readiness for their Spring Australian Drama to be presented in September! ‘There’s a chair in there, a collaboration of three one act plays with a common thread of chairs.…
Bright Brewery Village Campfire
Bright Brewery 121 Great Alpine Road, Bright, Victoria, AustraliaIt’s time to dig out your beanie and gloves and find your perfect marshmallow-roasting stick for the annual Bright Village Campfire! The centre of Bright will be ablaze with warming firepits and the sounds of a community coming together on Saturday, May 3, 2025. Enjoy the best of Bright at the Bright Autumn Festival Gala…
‘Bright’s Got Talent”
Howitt Park 7 Riverside Avenue, Bright, Victoria, AustraliaThis year marks the 14th year anniversary of Bright’s Got Talent as part of the Al Findlay Memorial Gala Day of the Autumn Festival. It promises to be the biggest and best year yet. It is once again being brought to you by participants of The Mandala Project’s Emerging Leader’s Program.The talent show will commence…