Low Light Festival fires up to be major success

AS the 2019 Low Light Festival in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale drew to a close on Sunday, the event is being hailed as a major success, with a number of events completely selling out.

More than 100 events and exhibitions took part in the festival over May and June, bringing the finest artists and talents to our community in a celebration of all the senses.

From packed concerts to busy food and wine events, this year’s Low Light offered something for everyone.

“In just its second year of operation, the Low Light Festival is fast becoming a must-see event for residents and visitors to our community,” Queenscliffe mayor Cr Bob Merriman said.

“Low Light has continued to grow and show off everything we love about Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale.”

More than 60 businesses and community groups supported the festival through events and displays.

Across Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale, local businesses set up light displays to bathe the entire community in blue light and show off the region’s best local attractions.

“I want to thank the local businesses, Queenscliff Music Festival team, and all the volunteers that took part in making this event a success,” Cr Merriman said.

“Without your support, the Low Light Festival wouldn’t have been possible.”

A highlight of the festival was the winter solstice fire sculptures, which drew hundreds of visitors to Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale in a fascinating artistic display.

Now in its second year, the festival has grown significantly, and has been featured on major TV programs, newspaper features and talkback radio stations.

In the coming months, work will begin on planning to make next year’s Low Light Festival bigger than ever.

Businesses and community groups that would like to take part in future festivals are encouraged to contact the Borough of Queenscliffe for more information.