ILLUMIN8 2023 – SOLD OUT
Our iconic ILLUMIN8: Festival of Light and Peace is happening on Saturday 6 May 2023!
ILLUMIN8
ILLUMIN8 celebrates peace and harmony inspired by Buddha’s life. It commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha according to the Tibetan festival of Saga Dawa. It is a family friendly event with light installations, cultural performances, food stalls and family entertainment.
ILLUMIN8
Immerse yourself in all the experiences the festival has to offer. Wander the Peace Park and interact with different light sculptures, be amazed by the performers, take a selfie with the Stupa, enjoy delicious vegetarian and vegan food, join in on Buddhist ceremonies and purge your negative emotions in Burning the Bad.
ILLUMIN8
Tickets have now sold out.
This is a limited ticketed event so get your tickets early to avoid disappointment.
Dates:
6th May 2023
Times:
5:45pm – 8:00pm
Tickets:
Location:
The Great Stupa of Universal Compassion
Bendigo, Australia
Getting There:
ILLUMIN8 takes place at 25 Sandhurst Town Road, Myers Flat, Victoria.
Car parking will be available on site.
Disability parking will be available to anyone with mobility issues.
Trains will be running on their regular schedule to the Bendigo Train Station over the weekend. Please visit www.vline.com.au for more information and scheduling.
Public Transport is not available to the Great Stupa. To get to the event, either taxi or ride share services can be used.
Accommodation:
Bendigo
- For accommodation in Bendigo, please take a look at our list of recommend accommodation providers
- Or contact the Bendigo Visitor Centre
Food:
ILLUMIN8 2023 will have a choice of vegetarian and vegan options on the night.
If you’re interested in becoming a vendor please visit the vendor page.
Accessibility:
ILLUMIN8 aims to create a community event that welcomes all people to be part of the day. The Great Stupa offers accessibility throughout the site, including clear internal and external signage, clear paths, accessible bathroom facilities with sign-posted directions and slip resistant floor and ground surfaces. On the day there will be accessible carparks.
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