What is the best time of year to visit Bright, the Buckland Valley, Mt. Buffalo and the
surrounding peaks and valleys?

Those who love wild flowers and gardens would say spring and autumn: the colors displayed by avenues of decidious trees, beautiful gardens and the tapestry of wildflowers on the mountains are spectacular and any photographer's dream. Skiers and snow boarders find their playground for adrenalin releasing activities in winter. And the bushwalkers and more adventurous inclined would doubtless say 'summer'.

"Foodies, ski bunnies and bush walkers alike beat a leaf-laden path to this alpine centre, writes Andrew Bain in The Age (19th of April 2008):
Though famed for its golden autumns, Bright is a town for all seasons. Yellow leaves yield to winter snows, which melt away into flower-filled springs and sun-baked mountain summers. It's a balance of seasons almost unrivalled in the country, so it's little wonder the town is all things to all people: ski hub, bushwalking base camp, cycling trailhead, leafy lure and, increasingly, a centre of fine food, wine and beer."

A variety of festivals and events year round make Victoria 's Alpine High Country worth a visit at any time of the year.

What ever you are looking for, wild adventures are more sedate R&R, The Buckland is the perfect base to come back to after a day of sampling the many delights Bright and the nearby valleys and mountains have to offer.

Markets held monthly:

1st Saturday    Mt. Beauty Market, Hollonds Street

2nd Saturday    Flea Market, Myrtleford Elgin Street

3rd Saturday    Bright Market, Burke Street

All events listed below are located within a 100km radius from The Buckland, most are within an easy 10 to 50 km distance.

Bright Spring Festival   Date: 22 October - 2 November 2010
Venue: Bright and Surrounds
Contact Details:     1800 111 885 or visit www.brightspringfestival.com.au for full program details

Terra Australis   Date: Sunday, 20th of March to Saturday, 26th of March 2011
Venue: Victoria's Alpine High Country
Contact Details:    www.terraaustralismtbepic.com or 03 5728 2789
A 7 stage mountain bike race through Victoria's High Country passing through Falls Creek, Dinner Plain, Bright, Beechworth, Wangaratta.  An unforgettable adventure that will take you from the heights of Victoria’s Alpine Resorts, through historic high country villages and Australia’s premier gourmet food and wine region. Jaw dropping scenery, nirvana singletrack and an amazing natural environment are all part of the experience. Every competitor will be rewarded with a personal victory over the course, over the elements and over your mind, body and soul. If you are looking for the ultimate Mountain Bike endurance challenge then you need to be on the start line of Terra Australis.

Mountains of Music - Mount Beauty Music Festival   Date:  Friday, 29th of April to Sunday, 31st of April 2011
Venue: Mount Beauty
Contact Details:     Ph 03 5754 4008 or visit www.musicmuster.org.au

Now in it’s 11th year, the Mount Beauty Music Festival promises to present another great programme of artists from blues, roots, world music to comedy and bush poetry.  Set in the picturesque alpine valley at the base of Victoria’s Mount Bogong our friendly festival brings you “mountains of music”, wine, food and fun. Don’t miss it!

Bright Autumn Festival   Date: 29th of April to 11th of May with Gala Day being May 7th
Venue: Bright & Surrounds
Contact Details:     1800 111 885 or visit www.brightautumnfestival.org.au

Two weeks celebrating the beauty of Bright in autumm including tours to local farms, wineries, breweries and attractions plus concerts, walks and entertyainment. Gala Day with a monster market, bands and the Gala Day Parade.