Creating a Little Winter Magic in Cobargo - The Triangle Community Newspaper

Some of life’s loveliest memories are made on simple evenings – sharing a laugh around a fire, wandering beneath twinkling lights, catching up with neighbours and watching children delight in something magical. That’s the inspiration behind Cobargo’s first Lanterns and Lights Winter Festival.

The inaugural Cobargo Lanterns and Lights Winter Festival will be held on Friday, 31 July, from 4.30 pm to 7.00 pm, bringing the community together to celebrate the simple pleasures of winter while supporting our wonderful local businesses and organisations.

One of the highlights of the evening will be the Street Lantern Parade. Join in the fun and magic by bringing your own lantern for the parade. Families, friends and community groups are encouraged to make or decorate their own lanterns and meet at Cobargo Park at 5.30 pm. The parade will travel under the bridge, following the footpath, crossing over at the RSL and then returning to the park, creating a beautiful procession of lights through the heart of town.

As the sun goes down, the main street will come alive with fairy lights, late-night shopping, market stalls, delicious food and warm hospitality. Enjoy complimentary tastings of traditional Glühwein, hot chocolate and chocolate treats at Twig & Feather, warming soup and children’s treats from the Cobargo Primary School P&C, homemade cakes and slices from the CWA, along with other stalls and surprises.

Plans are also underway for live acoustic music and busking in cosy corners around town, a dance performance at the RSL and fire pits where everyone can toast marshmallows. Bring along a cosy blanket and a roasting stick, settle in beside the fire and enjoy the atmosphere.

More activities will be announced over the coming weeks, so keep an eye out for posters around town. If you’d like to volunteer, be involved or set up your own market stall, we’d love to hear from you. Please contact Monique from Twig & Feather info@twigandfeather.com.au or Zoe from Zoe Pook Jewellery zoe@zoepook.com.

We hope you’ll join us for an evening of warmth, laughter and community as Cobargo embraces the beauty of winter together.

Monique Jones

Photo: Monique bearing one of the lanterns that will be part of the Lanterns and Lights Winter Festival

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