The quaint township of Picton is known for its picturesque landscapes, colonial architecture and natural beauty (and for allegedly being Australia’s most haunted town). It’s spectacular annual light festival offers the perfect opportunity to combine ghost hunting with a giant celebration of art and culture. This year’s Illuminate Wollondilly Festival of Art & Light will take place across 3 days from September 20-22 and it’s set to paint the town in vivid light and colour. Here is everything you can expect at the dazzling event.
Illuminate Wollondilly Festival of Art and Light 2024
A diverse range of activities and events will take over the city across the three days with something for everyone. Located just a 90-minute drive from Sydney, this is the perfect day trip for the weekend with music, art, markets, dazzling light displays, lantern parades and more. Here are all the highlights you can look forward to at the festival this year.
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Illuminate Family Carnival
The popular Illuminate Family Carnival will make a grand return at Hume Oval on Friday, September 20 from 5pm to 9pm, Saturday, September 21 from 12pm to 9pm and Sunday, September 22 from 10am to 4pm with a diverse variety of rides, food stalls and entertainment on offer. This fun-filled event is the perfect idea for the whole family.
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Long Table Dinner – Fire & Ice
Head down to Picton on Friday, September 20 and see the Botanic Gardens light up with a dazzling sculpture and lantern display, a lantern parade and a long table dinner surrounded by twinkling lights. The immersive dinner experience includes a four course meal with drinks, live music and exciting performances. This is a ticketed event, book your spot here.
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Waratah Highlands Illuminate Markets
On Saturday, September 21, a diverse variety of market stalls will take over the streets of Picton from 12pm to 9pm. Wander the vibrant streets and get your hands on some superb local goods and excellent deals. Stay back after the sun goes down to see the town centre lit up as you fill your bags.
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Light projections and displays
If you’re there for the lights and projections, make your way to the Picton Town Centre from 6pm to 9pm and enjoy a mesmerising display. There will also be a music festival, markets and fireworks to enjoy.
There’s a lot more on at the fabulous light and art festival. Find the full program here.