With less than a month to go, Lake Light Sculpture is preparing to return to the Lake Jindabyne foreshore for its milestone 25th anniversary event.
Taking place over the Easter long weekend 3–6 April 2026, Jindabyne's Flagship Event is expected to attract a huge audience.
This year’s exhibition will feature 90 sculptures displayed along the much-loved Iconic Sculpture Walk, with expanded programming, new awards, and night-time activations celebrating a quarter century of creativity in the Snowy Mountains.
The 2026 event will also deliver the largest prize pool in the festival’s history, with $51,000 in awards available across the exhibition.
Major awards include:
● $10,000 Major Award, supported by Mountainside Jindabyne
● Local Artist Award, supported by Airbnb
● Smalls Local Award, supported by South East Arts
● Expanded Schools and Community Awards, with major and runner-up prizes
The event will also feature two People’s Choice Awards, allowing visitors to vote for their favourite artworks both by day, supported by Lake Crackenback Resort & Spa, and by night, supported by Thredbo Resort. Plus, the Smalls sculpture People's Choice award supported by NewsExpress Jindabyne.
In 2019, Sam Anderson exhibited this magnificent piece called Gypsy of the Deep . PHOTO: Steve Cuff
The committee has also confirmed the return of several much-loved artists, including local sculptors Brad Spalding and Todd Costa, alongside many new and returning exhibitors.
Across the four-day program, visitors can expect a vibrant mix of art, live entertainment and family-friendly activities.
Easter Program Of Events
FRIDAY 3 APRIL
8am–8pm Iconic Sculpture Walk
Daily Kids Activities
10.30am Opening Awards Ceremony at Event Information Tent
6pm Unofficial Opening
6.30pm Studio 22 Dance
7.00pm Airbnb Presents Fireworks
SATURDAY 4 APRIL
8am–8pm Iconic Sculpture Walk
Daily Kids Activities
4pm -Live music with The Hip Replacements
SUNDAY 5 APRIL
8am–8pm Iconic Sculpture Walk
Daily Kids Activities
From 1pm Twilight Markets
5.30pm People’s Choice Awards announced
Followed by Airbnb Presents Fireworks
MONDAY 6 APRIL
8am - noon Iconic Sculpture Walk
Additional activations will take place across the park precinct. Stay tuned to social media for program updates and event information during the Easter weekend.
Volunteers Needed
As a volunteer-run event, Lake Light Sculpture is also calling for community volunteers to assist with event operations across the weekend.
“Lake Light has always been powered by community,” the committee said. “From artists and sponsors to volunteers and visitors - it’s a collective effort that makes this event possible.”
The committee encourages locals and visitors alike to get involved as the region prepares to celebrate 25 years of art, light and place on Lake Jindabyne.
Visit the Lake Light Sculpture website and register to volunteer.
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