FREE TRAVEL GUIDES
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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.
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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
Mystic Yak MTB
The Mystic Yak is a three day mountain bike stage race set in Victoria’s High Country, returning in 2026 after a hugely successful inaugural event. Designed as a mini-stage race, the event showcases the world-class trail networks of Bright, Beechworth, and Yackandandah, making the most of the region’s natural beauty and growing reputation as a…
Mountaingrass
Mountaingrass presents concert performances by Bluegrass and Traditional Old-time music from acts from the United States, NZ and Australia and sometimes Japan. Mountaingrass is a very participative event: it features instrument workshops for all levels of ability from beginners to advanced led by seasoned performers; guided slow jam sessions; a Sunday morning Gospel Concert and…
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…
Enduro Jam
Enduro Jam offers a unique ‘jam’ format of racing, where riders have unlimited opportunities to set their fastest race time, removing the pressure of a ‘one and done’ classic race format. As an uplift-assisted enduro, racers can take full advantage of Mystic Bike Park’s epic race stages, without wasting time and energy on climbing. Each…
Buffalo Stampede Festival
The Buffalo Stampede Festival promises to draw over 1,600 trail runners from across Australia to Bright in the North East of Victoria, Australia. Race distances range from the epic 100km Bright Ultra SkyMarathon all the way down to the 2km Junior Dash – there is absolutely a challenge for everybody and their families to enjoy.
Bright Alpine Climb 4 Peaks
Join the Four Peaks, a friendly and supportive mountain running event held over four days. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or simply enjoy being outdoors, it’s a great way to challenge yourself, meet fantastic people, and soak up stunning alpine views. Take part in one day or conquer all four. And don’t miss the Kids…