GLOW Fest 2026: A Circus Arts & Lifestyle Gathering

Join the GLOW Fest community to celebrate circus, arts and community, as we return to the beautiful surrounds of Falls Forest Retreat 3 - 7 September.

Enjoy an action-packed program from Thursday to Sunday, including 100+ workshops, activities & shows. This carefully curated experience ensures little kids play alongside big kids (ie adults) in harmony, resulting in life-changing memories, new friends and inspired minds.

Need a break from the circus? Contribute to the stunning wildlife and hobby farm at Falls Forest Retreat by planting a tree and feeding the animals, or take a refreshing plunge in the mountain water-fed creeks, rivers, waterfalls and swimming pool.

Daytime activities cater from beginner to expert, covering a huge range of flow arts, movement, dance and aerials, and a dedicated kids program features on Saturday. At night, join the fire circle, enjoy top-tier performances and participate in unique arts experiences.

So yes, this is probably the circus you've always wanted to run away to.

Some program highlights…

* The GLOW Fest Farm Experience: Farm tours, animal feeding, Landcare tree planting workshops & environmental education

* Opening night LED jam - BYO toys!

* Feature Fire Performance & fire-spinning circles

* Headliner Showcase

* Movement & music jam space, including drum circle

* Interactive art experiences

* Renegade Show

* Sunday Funday - the WATER SLIDE IS BACK!

Our point of difference sees great ticket value in return for 1 x 2-hour volunteer shift from each attendee - promoting a sense of community and collaboration in creating this wonderful space. Guests that prefer to relax and take time out can purchase a Play Pass to surpass this requirement.

GLOW Fest is a drug and alcohol-free event.

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Accessibility:

Complimentary tickets are provided for registered Carers and Audio Describers to attend GLOW Fest alongside those requiring assistance. For other accessibility requests & queries, please email glowfesthelp@gmail.com.

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The organisers of GLOW Fest acknowledge that this event is being held on the traditional lands of the Biripi and Worimi peoples, and we pay our respects to Elders both past, present and future. We recognise the past atrocities against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of this land and that Australia was founded on the genocide and dispossession of First Nations people. Sovereignty has never been ceded. It always was and always will be, Aboriginal land.