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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Rock Climbing on Mount Buffalo

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...

Ladies lunch at Feathertop Winery Porepunkah Victoria

WHAT'S ON IN BRIGHT & SURROUNDS

Harrietville Bush Market and Duck Race

Harrietville Bush Market and Duck Race

Start your Easter Sunday family fun with the friendly Harrietville Bush Market in Tavare Park. Beneath the trees, browse the array of artisan stalls, including gourmet local food offerings, local produce, cheeses, preserves, clothing, handmade jewellery, plants, home-cooked treats and much more. Top that off with a live music set from DJ Boey throughout the…

Mt. Beauty Running Festival

Mt. Beauty Running Festival

This is one of Australia’s most scenic foot races with an emphasis on fun for all the family. Choose your event between the four distances on offer! A 18 kilometre trail run through some of the iconic bush tracks and river crossing in the area. A 10.6 kilometre fun run following the pristine Kiewa River…

Autumn Showcase - Exhibition Opening

Autumn Showcase – Exhibition Opening

On the Opening Night of the 2025 Bright Autumn Festival, Mieke and Matt would like to welcome you to their Alpine Light photography gallery to celebrate their Autumn Showcase. Enjoy perusing over 40 fine art photographs with the theme of Autumn, taken both in the stunning Bright and surrounds area and in many other spectacular…

Bright Brewery Guided Brewery Tours

Bright Brewery Guided Brewery Tours

See where all the magic happens. No question is off limits. Discover the art, science and business of brewing beer as the team take you through each step of the process and show you why Bright Brewery beer is truly special. Join one of their brewers for a behind-the-scenes tour of the state-of-the-art commercial brewery,…

La Fiera Italian Festival Myrtleford

La Fiera Italian Festival Myrtleford

La Fiera festival returns to Myrtleford in 2025. This is a celebration of Myrtleford’s Italian heritage and culture featuring a range of events at various locations and businesses. Keep in touch by checking in on the website and subscribing to receive updates on program events and tickets for La Festa and other events within the…

Freeburgh Bush Market

Freeburgh Bush Market

Just 10 minutes from Bright along the Great Alpine Road toward Harrietville, is the eclectic Freeburgh Bush Market held each Autumn on the lovely grounds of the Freeburgh Community Hall. Browse new clothing and jewellry as well as a range of second-hand wares as part of the car-boot sale. Always popular is the Sausage Sizzle…