Lightning Ridge Easter Festival 2026
Next date: Friday, 03 April 2026 | 12:00 AM
to Sunday, 05 April 2026 | 11:59 PM
Plan Your Easter Escape
Lightning Ridge Easter Festival 2026
April 3–5, 2026
Make the most of the Easter Long Weekend with a trip to Lightning Ridge. Accommodation is limited and books out quickly, with motels, short-stay options, and plenty of camping and caravan sites available. Early bookings are strongly recommended.
Join us for a vibrant long weekend of entertainment, local culture and the unmistakable magic of the Ridge.
Meet the Outback Opal Hunters
The iconic Outback Opal Hunters return to Lightning Ridge this Easter, offering visitors a unique opportunity to meet the legends of the Ridge and capture a memorable photo during the Lightning Ridge Easter Festival 2026.
This popular attraction celebrates Lightning Ridge’s opal heritage and outback character, delivering an experience you won’t find anywhere else.
Experience the energy, characters and colour that make the Lightning Ridge Easter Festival so special. Watch the video below to see why visitors return year after year and start planning your Easter escape to the Ridge.
When
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Friday, 03 April 2026 | 12:00 AM
- Sunday, 05 April 2026 | 11:59 PM
Location
Lightning Ridge