2026 Brighter Days Festival

2026 Brighter Days Festival

Brighter Days FestivalBright, VIC
Mar 6 at 4 pm to Mar 8 at 10 pm AEDT
Overview

Join us in Bright, VIC for the 2026 Brighter Days Festival – 3 days of bikes, cars, music & family fun supporting children’s charities!

Welcome to the 2026 Brighter Days Festival - Supporting Children's Charities!

BIKES · CARS · MUSIC

The Brighter Days Festival is a three-day, family-friendly fundraising event held over the March Labour Day weekend (6th - 8th March)in the beautiful township of Bright, Victoria.

Set within Pioneer Park, our Festival Precinct is an open-air, grassed venue — perfect for enjoying great music, family fun, classic cars and bikes under the Bright skies.

Bring your own chair or picnic rug, or take advantage of the Reserved Seating (RS) Area located directly in front of the stage (just behind the standing/dancing zone).

General Admission (GA)

This exclusive area offers:

  • A provided chair for the entire weekend
  • Private bar and toilet facilities
  • Allocated seating (book with friends or family to sit together)

👉 RS Passes can only be purchased online before midday, Thursday 5 March 2026.
Please note: every person, including children, requires a valid Reserved Seating ticket to enter this area.

General Admission (GA)

The remainder of the venue is unreserved General Admission, accessible with either:

  • A 3-Day Festival GA Pass, or
  • A Single-Day GA Pass (Friday, Saturday, or Sunday).

Each Festival GA Pass includes unlimited re-entry to the Festival Entertainment Precinct plus free entry into:

  • The Car & Bike Show ’n Shine
  • The Sounds of Silence Silent Disco
  • The Amazing Chase
  • The Pedal to Punkah

These activities have limited capacity — so register early online to avoid missing out!

Youth & Child Passes

Every attendee, regardless of age, must hold a valid ticket to enter the Festival Precinct.

To comply with our liquor licence and for everyone’s safety:

  • YOUTH GA PASS (15–17 years) – Available as 3-day or 1-day passes. At booking, the youth must provide a parent/guardian’s name and contact details, and show photo ID when collecting their wristband.
  • CHILD GA PASS (0–14 years)Free, but still required for entry as all patrons count toward our total capacity. Register early to secure your child’s ticket.
  • As the Festival is a licensed venue, all under-18 patrons must be accompanied by a responsible adult each time they enter.

On-Site Info

  • No BYO alcohol – our fully stocked BDF Bars will keep you refreshed.
  • BYO food is permitted, or enjoy the variety of Food Trucks and Retail Stalls on-site.
  • Bag checks will be conducted by security at the Festival entrance.
  • The precinct also features free kids’ activities, amusements and rides, car & bike displays, and much more!

Get Ready for an Unforgettable Weekend

This year’s music line-up is incredible and guaranteed to rock your socks off!

So gather your family and friends, pack your chair or secure your RS Pass, and get ready to make lasting memories — all while helping us support vital charities working to fight Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) and Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC).

Together, we can help our charities help sick kids — and ultimately, find cures for these devastating childhood diseases.

Join us in Bright, VIC for the 2026 Brighter Days Festival – 3 days of bikes, cars, music & family fun supporting children’s charities!

Welcome to the 2026 Brighter Days Festival - Supporting Children's Charities!

BIKES · CARS · MUSIC

The Brighter Days Festival is a three-day, family-friendly fundraising event held over the March Labour Day weekend (6th - 8th March)in the beautiful township of Bright, Victoria.

Set within Pioneer Park, our Festival Precinct is an open-air, grassed venue — perfect for enjoying great music, family fun, classic cars and bikes under the Bright skies.

Bring your own chair or picnic rug, or take advantage of the Reserved Seating (RS) Area located directly in front of the stage (just behind the standing/dancing zone).

General Admission (GA)

This exclusive area offers:

  • A provided chair for the entire weekend
  • Private bar and toilet facilities
  • Allocated seating (book with friends or family to sit together)

👉 RS Passes can only be purchased online before midday, Thursday 5 March 2026.
Please note: every person, including children, requires a valid Reserved Seating ticket to enter this area.

General Admission (GA)

The remainder of the venue is unreserved General Admission, accessible with either:

  • A 3-Day Festival GA Pass, or
  • A Single-Day GA Pass (Friday, Saturday, or Sunday).

Each Festival GA Pass includes unlimited re-entry to the Festival Entertainment Precinct plus free entry into:

  • The Car & Bike Show ’n Shine
  • The Sounds of Silence Silent Disco
  • The Amazing Chase
  • The Pedal to Punkah

These activities have limited capacity — so register early online to avoid missing out!

Youth & Child Passes

Every attendee, regardless of age, must hold a valid ticket to enter the Festival Precinct.

To comply with our liquor licence and for everyone’s safety:

  • YOUTH GA PASS (15–17 years) – Available as 3-day or 1-day passes. At booking, the youth must provide a parent/guardian’s name and contact details, and show photo ID when collecting their wristband.
  • CHILD GA PASS (0–14 years)Free, but still required for entry as all patrons count toward our total capacity. Register early to secure your child’s ticket.
  • As the Festival is a licensed venue, all under-18 patrons must be accompanied by a responsible adult each time they enter.

On-Site Info

  • No BYO alcohol – our fully stocked BDF Bars will keep you refreshed.
  • BYO food is permitted, or enjoy the variety of Food Trucks and Retail Stalls on-site.
  • Bag checks will be conducted by security at the Festival entrance.
  • The precinct also features free kids’ activities, amusements and rides, car & bike displays, and much more!

Get Ready for an Unforgettable Weekend

This year’s music line-up is incredible and guaranteed to rock your socks off!

So gather your family and friends, pack your chair or secure your RS Pass, and get ready to make lasting memories — all while helping us support vital charities working to fight Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) and Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC).

Together, we can help our charities help sick kids — and ultimately, find cures for these devastating childhood diseases.

Lineup

Headliner

Leo Sayer

Headliner

Daryl Braithwaite

Headliner

Kate Ceberano

Headliner

The Wolfe Brothers

Headliner

Chocolate Starfish

Kingswood

Good to know

Highlights

  • 2 days 6 hours
  • In person

Refund Policy

No refunds

Location

Brighter Days Festival

Coronation Avenue

Bright, VIC 3741

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Agenda

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Friday 6th March

THE COTTON BALL RUN

Join the Green Team and Eliza's Ride. Departing Morgan & Wacker at 8.30am, traveling through Whittlesea and Whitfield to Bright. Rolling trophies. Entry is free. Everyone welcome.

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Friday 6th March

BDF MEMBER EARLY ACCESS (Sound check)

Festival Gates will open an hour early for our BDF Members. Your chance to secure a prime position while our opening act do their final sound checks.

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Friday 6th March: Night Performers

The Wolfe Brothers, Aussie Luke Combs Experience, Tristan J Ross & the Longhorns, Damn'd Sam & the Preachers

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