Lake Light Sculpture returns for its 25th anniversary in 2026, bringing the Lake Jindabyne foreshore to life over the Easter long weekend, 3 - 6 April.
For 25 years, Lake Light Sculpture has transformed the shores of Lake Jindabyne into an open-air celebration of creativity, drawing locals and visitors together through art, light and community. Returning over the Easter long weekend from 3–6 April 2026, the milestone event will mark its 25th anniversary with its biggest-ever prize pool of $51,000, expanded exhibition spaces, three nights of illuminated sculpture, live music, fireworks and new evening experiences. All set against the stunning backdrop of the Snowy Mountains.
Open daily from 8am - 8pm, the best way to experience this unique event is to take a walk in both the light and dark. Explore the sculptures during the day soaking in the stunning lakeside views. And as night falls, the festival’s signature ‘Light it Up’ event will illuminate the artworks, creating a magical transformation through light and shadow. You don’t want to miss this free, family-friendly event this Easter Long Weekend!
Plan Your Visit: You Don't Want To Miss These Festival Highlights
Explore the unique and thought-provoking installations along the lake’s edge. This year’s exhibition will feature 90 sculptures displayed along the much-loved Iconic Sculpture Walk.
Watch as the sculptures take on new meaning under stunning light displays.
New for 2026, explore the Smalls Marquee, a dedicated exhibition space showcasing intricate small-scale sculptures on display
In 2026, the Lake Light Sculpture Hub will deliver its biggest entertainment program yet, with fireworks, twilight markets, live music, kids’ activity tents and plenty more happening across the event.
Have your say and vote for your favourite piece! This year there will be 2 People's Choice Awards, a night and day winner.
FRIDAY
Daily Kids Activities
10:30AM Opening Ceremony
6PM Unofficial Opening
6:30PM Studio 22 Dance
7PM Airbnb Presents: Fireworks
SATURDAY
Daily Kids Activities
4PM The Hip Replacements
SUNDAY
Daily Kids Activities
1PM Twilight Markets
5:30PM People’s Choice Awards + Airbnb Presents: Fireworks
MONDAY
8AM Last Chance To Visit
12PM Sculpture Pack Down
**Program times may change slightly. Keep an eye on LLS socials for the latest updates.
Thanks to strong community support, the festival returns with its largest prize pool ever, $51,000. Highlights include the $10,000 Major Award sponsored by Mountainside, the $5,000 Illumination Award supported by Snowy Regional Solar, plus the $5,000 People’s Choice Night Award and $4,000 People’s Choice Day Award, both voted by attendees and supported by Thredbo and Oaks Lake Crackenback Resort.
Mark your calendars and get ready to experience Jindabyne in a whole new light—see you lakeside this Easter!
Images Supplied: Steve Cuff - Snowy Mountains Magazine