Festival of Light is a multicultural celebration of peace and harmony inspired by Buddha’s birthday.

From 12pm to 5pm, visitors are invited to venerate the large collection of Buddhist relics, bathe a baby Buddha statue, join a guided tour to of the Great Stupa and surrounds and participate in workshops and meditations. Vegetarian cuisine is available throughout the day and night.

The highlight of the event – the evening light and fireworks show – begins at 6pm. Multicultural music and dance performances on stage are accompanied by beautiful coloured lights and images projected onto the Great Stupa. Experience performances such as Vietnamese dancing, Korean drumming and chanting by Tibetan monks. The night ends with a brilliant show of fireworks.

Book now at stupa.org.au/festivaloflight. Entry to the night show is $5, which includes a reserved seat. Entry to the day program is free.