Narrabri is set to transform into a glowing spectacle this Friday, with NarraBRIGHT 2026 bringing light installations, live entertainment and street activations to the town centre.
The annual event, to be held on Friday 10 April, will take over Maitland Street, Dewhurst Street and the Narrabri Creek Parklands, delivering a full night of colour, creativity and community activity.
From large-scale projection art and immersive lighting displays to food vendors, market stalls and live performances, this year’s expanded program is expected to draw strong local and visitor crowds.
Narrabri Shire Mayor Darrell Tiemens said the event had become a key feature of the region’s calendar.
“NarraBRIGHT has become a highlight on our events calendar, and this year’s expanded footprint means there is more to see, do and explore than ever before,” he said.
“We’re inviting locals and visitors alike to come into town, support our businesses and experience Narrabri in a whole new light.”
Visitors will be able to walk along an illuminated creek pathway, explore projection art installations and take part in a range of family-friendly activities across the CBD.
Event highlights include interactive children’s experiences, the Centacare Carnival Zone, an Essential Energy sensory-friendly garden and performances throughout the evening.
Council’s Small Business Liaison Officer and NarraBRIGHT Event Manager Gillian Goddard said the event had been designed to cater to a wide audience.
“Whether you’re coming for the lights, the food, the entertainment or simply the atmosphere, NarraBRIGHT is all about bringing people together and creating a memorable night out for the whole community,” she said.
A number of road closures will be in place on Friday to support the event, with sections of Maitland, Dewhurst and Tibbereena streets closed from early afternoon through to late evening.
Motorists are being asked to remove vehicles ahead of closure times and follow signage and directions on the day.
The Narrabri Creek Pathway is also closed between Collins Park and Leitch Oval from 6 to 13 April to allow for event preparation and pack down.
The event is supported through the NSW Government’s Open Streets Program, with $350,000 secured over three years.
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