FREE TRAVEL GUIDES
Can't make it in to one of our Visitor Information Centres? Never fear! Here are some of our great travel guides for you to download for free.
OFFICIAL VISITOR GUIDE
Sometimes it's nice to just flick through an old skool hardcopy. Bright & Surrounds' Official Visitor Guide is a colourful and concise booklet of inspiration that takes you through the marvelous experiences to be found in Bright and its surrounding towns and villages of Myrtleford, Harrietville, Mount Beauty and Dinner Plain.
TRAIL GUIDES
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THINGS TO DO
WE LIST OUR TOP EXPERIENCES
From lookouts and waterfalls to markets and cellar doors, it’s all here in our cheat's list of the best experiences in Bright & Surrounds.
TRIP IDEAS
ITINERARIES TO SUIT YOUR STYLE
Choose from 10 two-day itineraries to inspire your holiday, including scenic drives, swimming holes, breweries and more...
WHAT'S ON IN BRIGHT & SURROUNDS
Alpe de Buffalo
Alpe de Buffalo opens as the first tour of the Victorian Junior Road Cycling Series. Three exciting stages include: A criterium around Pioneer Park, an out and back time trial and the prestigious road race on Sunday morning doubling as the Victorian Junior Hillclimb Championship up Mt Buffalo.
Dederang Picnic Races
The Dederang Picnic Races have been held annually since 1865, raising thousands of dollars for the local community through the efforts of local volunteers. The races attract spectators from all over the eastern states, maintaining its proud history and securing it’s standing as one of the premier picnic race meetings in country Victoria. There is…
Bright Autumn Festival
The Bright Autumn Festival is a ten-day celebration of the wonderful autumn colours and autumn produce of the valleys of Victoria’s Alpine High Country. The highlight of the festival is Gala day on Saturday May 2nd, with a market, music in the streets and a grand parade. Other highlights of the festival include the Festival…
Mount Bogong Conquestathon
Conquer Mount Bogong and feel like you are on top of the world! The Conquestathon takes you on an organised single day 21 kilometre return trek to the summit of Victoria’s highest mountain, Mt Bogong (1986 metres). Walk it or run it, you’ll be amazed at the spectacular views and changing landscapes along this iconic…
Alpine Arts Trail Open Studios
The Alpine Arts Trail Open Studios returns for its second edition across the January long weekend, inviting locals and visitors to experience the region’s premier visual arts event in the Kiewa Valley. Eight studios (featuring nine artists) will be open across the valley, with nine artists taking part in this self-guided event. Visitors are invited…
Australia Day Celebrations – Bright
Join the local community as they reflect, respect and celebrate living in the Alpine Shire at a free Australia Day Community Celebration event this Australia Day. Enjoy a barbecue breakfast, live entertainment by Adam Lindsay, award presentations and more at celebrations in Howitt Park, Bright, on the banks of the Ovens River. Bring your own…