RESTAURANTS & CAFES

PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT

Snow Dogs Photography by Puppy Tales

Ever dreamed of sharing a snow-filled adventure with your dog? Snow Dogs Photography by Puppy Tales brings that bucket-list moment to life in the breathtaking alpine village of Dinner Plain. Dog parents discover joyful play in soft snow, peaceful sunrise scenes and photographs that capture the wonder of a winter experience shared with their best friend. Each session is created by award-winning photographer Kerry Martin, a specialist in photographing dogs in alpine conditions. Her approach is relaxed, dog-centred and focused…

Mount Beauty Market

Welcome to the Mount Beauty Market – one of Victoria’s oldest and much loved community markets. Since 1979, the market has brought together locals, visitors and small businesses in the heart of the Upper Kiewa Valley. Bursting with colour, creativity and community spirit, it’s a place to shop, eat, listen to live music and soak up the friendly mountain atmosphere. From fresh local produce to unique handmade goods, every market offers something new — the perfect way to spend the…

Bogong to Hotham – The Rooftop Run

A classic mountain ultra trail running race by Trailsplus across the rooftop of Victoria’s High Country. The iconic Bogong to Hotham (B2H) Rooftop Run enjoyed a successful return in 2024 for its 33rd running, back to a grass roots format and they look forward to their 35th running in 2026. B2H is a classic race with a rich history embedded in Australian trail running folklore. Starting at Mountain Creek Campground near Tawonga, runners climb Victoria’s highest mountain, Mt Bogong, descend…

Harrietville Shared Trail

Room With a View Walk, Dinner Plain

A short and easy 3 kilometre walk from Dinner Plain out through snow gum forest to an open plain with spectacular views of Mount Hotham, Mount Feathertop, Bogong High Plains and the Cobungra River. Starting from Dinner Plain Hut, follow the track to the sign marking the crossing point to the northern side of the Great Alpine Road and the track leading to the Forest Walks trailhead. The Room with a View walk initially follows a slightly undulating trail then…

Pioneering the High Plains – Bogong Horseback Adventures

Step back into another time with a celebration of Australian heritage. Ride the High Plains on a journey to the Mittagundi Bush Dance and Pioneer Festival before climbing onto Mount Bogong, Victoria’s highest mountain. Pioneering the High Plains expedition takes you on a journey, through diverse landscapes, along a route that highlights the vertical scale, and the rich cultural heritage of the Victorian High Country. Mid tour you will follow the spectacular Track 107 down to Mittagundi, a not for…

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 the Ovens River closely as it passes through native bush and crosses the river twice. The Ovens River Trail is sometimes referred to as Myrtleford’s Mosaic Trail, one of town’s star attractions. Two friends, affectionately known as ‘The two Crackpots’…

High Flight

Ever looked up above town and seen colourful wings circling above the mountain peaks? A high flight from Bright Flight will take you up there. You will meet in the Landing Paddock before the drive up the hill, and you will be briefed on what to expect next. From takeoff, your tandem pilot will find an invisible column of rising air, and turn you in circles to spiral higher and higher above the valley floor. Every season has its own…

Bright Winter Exhibitions

Bright Art Gallery is hosting its annual winter exhibition, featuring the Alpine Artists with paintings, photographs and 3D work on the theme of winter. There will also be a display of watercolours, glass and ceramics, and the Buckland Screens from their permanent collection. The winter exhibition will also display the second annual Winter Exhibition of Contemporary Art, with this year’s theme Ephemera.