Interesting Events And Festivals You Should Attend In Australia

Australia, also known as the Land Down Under, is a culturally rich country that is home to a number of interesting festivals that will make you inspired for life. Here are some amazing festivals that you could add to your bucket list.

Melbourne International Arts Festival

Melbourne International Arts Festival is a renowned event on the Australian cultural calendar. The festival, first established in 1986, has been formerly known by many names which later came to be known as Melbourne International Arts Festival from 2003. Every year, the festival introduces a number of experienced and new artists who practice various disciplines including dance, music, theatre, multimedia, visual arts and other outdoor events. 

Vivid Sydney

Vivid Sydney is a 23-day lights and arts festival that happens in Sydney during the winter season. It is the largest of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere and it’s more than just art.
Artists and art lovers from near and far travel to Sydney to marvel at the advanced light displays, sculptures and installations. One of the best ways to enjoy the iconic 3D light display at Opera House and the decked-up Harbour Bridge is to get on board a Vivid Sydney cruise that offers ringside views of the harbourside displays. While onboard you can enjoy a delicious dinner that is freshly prepared by chefs on board while taking in the amazing views of the lights too. The Vivid cruises themselves are decked up in tune to the festival’s theme and it’s indeed a marvellous sight as the lights reflect upon the waters. Some of the major Vivid precincts in the city are Circular Quay, Luna Park, Hickson Road Reserve, Taronga Zoo and many more.

The Adelaide Fringe Festival

The Adelaide Fringe Festival is supposedly the world's second-largest annual arts festival in the South Australian capital of Adelaide. It features more than 7000 artists from around the globe and it transforms the city into a wonderland. The festival runs for 31 magical summer days across 250 venues featuring over 800 works of art. The Adelaide Fringe is also a registered charity that has become an inevitable part of the cultural fabric of South Australia. The events that take place at the festivale range from cabarets and theatres to music, visual arts, comedy and so much more. The Fringe, being an open access festival, people show great interest in attending the events, making it truly ‘The People’s Festival’.

Parrtjima

Did you know that Australia’s biggest light installation is held by the world’s oldest living culture? Parrtjima(pronounce parr-chee-ma), held in the Northern Territory, is the country’s only Aboriginal-dedicated event that uses the latest technology. It is a free event that is hosted by the traditional owners of Alice Springs—the Arrernte community. You can visit the festival to see a vibrant display of their wonderful artworks and perhaps learn a little about the rich culture and history. The festival happens over a period of 10 nights every April and showcases a number of spectacular lighting displays. The MacDonnell Ranges is the 300-million-year-old canvas that is transformed during these festive days in the Northern Territory. Every night during the festival, the mountains light up with the most colourful projections and the stillness of the desert is interrupted by the exciting and booming live music sets. For those who love a hands-on experience of the Aboriginal culture, you sign up for a workshop where the visitors are encouraged to immerse themselves in the schedule of events.

The festivals in Australia are all essentially quite vibrant and filled with goodness. There is always something going on in Australia during any time of the year. To feel inspired and refreshed for life, visit any of these vibrant festivals in the country.