Singleton Firelight
Embrace the chill and ignite your senses at Singleton Firelight
Fireworks, ice skating, glowing lanterns and live entertainment — Firelight returns to illuminate Singleton’s Civic Precinct on Saturday 2 May 2026 from 6 - 9.30pm.
This much-loved Autumn event transforms the Singleton Civic precinct into a vibrant, after-dark celebration of art, culture and community.
There’s something for everyone, from free kids’ activities and interactive circus workshops to roving performers bringing the precinct to life. Create your own glowing masterpiece at a lantern-making workshop with artist Ikara, lace up your skates at the pop-up ice rink inside the Civic Centre, or take part in a family-friendly scavenger hunt and explore everything Firelight has to offer.
Enjoy jumping castles, face painting, market stalls featuring local makers and community groups, and a diverse range of food trucks serving up delicious street eats. Adults can unwind in the outdoor licensed bar area, showcasing Hunter Valley wine and beer, while a dedicated sensory space ensures a calm and inclusive environment for all members of our community.
As the night unfolds, gather with family and friends to watch the sky come alive with a spectacular fireworks display, thanks to Yancoal.
Firelight is free, family-friendly, and open to all—a perfect evening to connect, celebrate, and make memories in Singleton.
Key entertainment + activities
- Fire Show from 9pm including fireworks sponsored by Yancoal
- Ice skating rink in the Civic Centre auditorium
- Silent Disco in the Civic Centre Foyer
- Lantern-making provided by artist Ikara - create illuminated artworks to carry throughout the evening - outside the Civic Centre
- Inflatable maze + inflatable snow globe with snow (photo opportunity) on the Civic Green
- Circus workshops
- Singleton Public Library activities - sensory space, book fair and craft
- Sustainable candle craft
- Scavenger hunt - pick up your scavenger hunt maps (and prize once completed) from outside the Library and the Council information tent
- Live music by the Denim Duo
- Jumping castle
- Inflatable basketball
- Face painting
- Crafting activities
- Food trucks
- Market stalls
- Under the Stars Bar serving up Hunter Valley beer + wine
Food
- Tornados Potatoes
- Fairy Floss Kingdom
- Café Nomadic + Laughing Clowns
- Floss Bomb
- Sap Catering
- Lou Lous Snack Shack
- Soft Serve Hunter
- Murrucci Meats
- Swirl N Dip
- HT Gozleme
- Rewind Dine
- Wake Up Beans
- Grandmas Kitchen
- Street Boss – All American
Under the Stars Bar
- The Little Wine Co
- Hunter Bartender
Accessibility
- Sensory space inside Singleton Public Library
- Assistance animal rest area
- Accessible toilets located inside Singleton Public Library, in Library carpark (portaloo), Council carpark (portaloo)
Turn your Singleton Firelight visit into a weekend adventure
From hotels to cottages, bed and breakfasts to serviced apartments, there’s no shortage of accommodation options available in Singleton and surrounds.
Stay in Singleton
Your Singleton Itinerary
Build your perfect weekend stay in Singleton.
- Start your adventure at Singleton Visitor Information Centre and the Townhead Park precinct. Get all the information you need to plot your weekend and grab a coffee at the café while the kids stretch their legs on the playground.
- Enjoy lunch in one of Singleton’s cosy cafés or restaurants. Stop in at Worn out Wares in George Street or head into the Singleton Town Centre to visit Cervoz Café or Bites and Brews in Singleton Square.
- Work off lunch by wandering along John Street in the Singleton Town Centre to check out the great range of boutique shops. Pop into Willow, Vintage Jones or for homewares and local products, Moss and Twine.
- On your journey along John Street, stop in at Riverside Park where you can grab a drink from the kiosk and the kids can scale three-storey towers, rope bridges and slides.
- Step back in time and explore Singleton’s amazing heritage and culture. Pay a visit to the Singleton Historical Museum in Burdekin Park, take a gentle stroll on the Singleton Heritage Walk or get in the car and head to the Singleton Military Area to check out the Australian Army Infantry Museum.
- Head to Singleton Civic Centre in Queen Street for the start of Singleton Firelight at 6pm!
For more ideas on how to make the most of your stay, check out the Singleton Hunter Valley Visitor Guide.