Dubbo DREAM Festival 2023

Get ready for a month-long celebration of community, culture, and creativity at the Dubbo DREAM Festival, happening from 1-30 September, 2023. This annual festival is a multi-sensory experience that promises something for everyone in the family, from toddlers to teens and adults.

Unleash Your Dreams: Dubbo DREAM Festival 2023

The festival kicks off with the iconic DREAM Lanterns event, featuring stage entertainment, roving performers, children's activities, and market stalls. Throughout the month, you can also look forward to Zoocoustics at Taronga Western Plains Zoo, the Glow Hard Fun Run, art competitions, and bustling local markets.

Must-See Highlights of the Dubbo DREAM Festival

The DREAM Lanterns event is a spectacle of color and light, where children from local schools proudly display lanterns they've crafted in workshops. Another standout is Zoocoustics, a free event that offers a relaxed afternoon of live music amidst the exotic backdrop of the zoo. For those looking for an adrenaline rush, the Glow Hard Fun Run provides a glowing adventure under the night sky, making it a hit among families.

The festival also features a variety of food trucks and picnic areas, perfect for a family day out. Special zones like DREAMland and Bounce Central are designed to keep the kids entertained, while adults can enjoy performances and activities that run from afternoon till late evening.

Where:    Various locations in Dubbo
When:     September 1-30, 2023
Cost:       Both free and ticketed events available

For a full list of events and to purchase tickets, visit the official DREAM Festival website.

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