ART, MUSIC & THEATRE
Bright, and its surrounding towns of Myrtleford, Mount Beauty and Harrietville, has developed a unique culture through the blended histories that have unfolded in our fertile river valleys and rugged alpine mountains. We invite you to spend some time at our art galleries, cultural festivals and events, and get to know the people that make Bright & Surrounds what it is today.
ART GALLERIES
The Bright Art Gallery and Cultural Centre, located in Mountbatten Avenue, holds a diverse range of art exhibitions throughout the year in addition to their permanent collection. Two major annual exhibitions are the Autumn Art Exhibition and Sale and the Decorative Arts Exhibition in the Spring.
The Myrtleford Art Gallery on Standish Street showcases a brilliant collection of fine artworks, some of which include works for sale by local artists and works depicting the magical landscapes, flora and fauna of the alpine mountains and valleys.
Bright also boasts a dedicated fine art photography gallery on Gavan Street. Alpine Light Gallery showcases an ever-changing selection of award-winning prints by local couple Mieke Boynton and Matt Palmer.
LIVE MUSIC & THEATRE
There's always live music to be found in Bright & Surrounds, especially in summer when many pubs and bars host live acts each week. Check out the Alpine Hotel, Bright Brewery, Wandi Pub, Myrtleford's Buffalo Hotel and The Old Factory, Harrietville's Snowline Hotel and Mount Beauty's West Peak Hotel, to name just a few.
The Bright Court House is another popular venue for live bands, comedians and theatre troupes, while the Bright Art Gallery and Cultural Centre host a curated season of talented musicians each year through its Cafe Culture Series.
Check the venues or our What's On listings to see what's happening, including the annual Brighter Days Festival and Mount Beauty Music Festival.
CULTURE YOU'LL LOVE
Bright Festival of Photography
Enjoy an amazing weekend of photography in one of the most beautiful locations in Australia. There will be guided photowalks, workshops, demos, gear, competitions, and lectures. Meet some of the industry leaders, learn new techniques, and drink beer. It is…
Creative Light Photography Tours
Creative Light Photography runs multi-day photography workshops in the Victorian High Country. Jeff Freestone is the owner of Creative Light Photography and is a local photographer who has spent the last nine years exploring the region with his camera with…
Indigenous Art Sites
Interested in indigenous history? looking into the art work and listening to the stories around the art work and the area? Come along to the guided tours to learn more about the indigenous culture in the Beechworth and Mount Pilot…
Bright Art Gallery and Cultural Centre
The Bright Art Gallery and Cultural Centre is a community-owned gallery situated in the beautiful Alpine Shire town of Bright, Victoria. Established in 1962, the Bright Art Gallery is largely self-funded and run entirely by volunteers, without any paid employees.…
Alpine Light Gallery
Alpine Light Gallery showcases award-winning landscape photography from photographers Mieke Boynton and Matt Palmer. The gallery is conveniently situated on Gavan Street, opposite Bright’s Alpine Shire Visitor Centre and the Bright Brewery, and beside the Coach House Inn. Alpine Light…
Mosaic Trail, Myrtleford
This scenic sealed loop can be started from within the Myrtleford township or be included as an addition to the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail. The main portion of the loop runs from Rotary Park to Apex Park and follows…
ANNUAL FESTIVALS
HISTORIC HUTS
DISCOVER OUR HIGH COUNTRY HUTS
Dotted throughout the wild Australian Alps are historic huts with a story to tell. Here’s how you can find them.
OUR STORY
THE THINGS THAT FORGED US
Every place has a story to tell about the past; the things that explain the present, and the learnings that create a better future. This is our story.
