Something that Vivid Sydney has proven year after year: bright lights will bring people out on winter nights, which is why we're thrilled about the return of this regional festival held on the banks of the beautiful Murray River. The NSW/Vic border community of Echuca Moama is throwing a magical night fest, Moama Lights – and it's set to be pretty magical.
Running from July 5-28 (across Thursday to Sunday nights), Moama Lights is an immersive sound and light trail comprising state-of-the-art installations, projections and cutting-edge moving light technology.
This year's theme is Enchanted Nights: A Celebration of Light, and it will honour the captivating beauty of Horseshoe Lagoon and the surrounding bushland. Using Banjo Paterson's evocative poem 'The Daylight is Dying' as inspiration, the trail will shine a light (quite literally) on the elements of nature that come to life when the sun sets.
Visitors can expect to see illuminated ripples on the lagoon's surface, projections of children's art, glowing red gums and incredible indigenous works by First Nations artists Warrick Keen and Alkina Edwards.
Also returning is the ice skating rink and the American Hotel beer garden, where you can load up on hearty food and drink options. There will also be additional food trucks and kids' entertainment.
Tickets are on sale now for this glowing wonderland, you can book them via the website.