This spectacular Blue Mountains light show is back by popular demand

The Blue Mountains is set to shine brighter than ever with holograms, light installations and ambient sounds.

After a sold-out debut, the Nocturnal light and sound show at Scenic World is returning, transforming the ancient rainforest into a mesmerising after-dark spectacle. Created by Laservision, this immersive nighttime experience will celebrate the native animals and plants of the World Heritage-listed region and Scenic World’s 80th anniversary in 2025. 

Running from 3 April to 11 May, Nocturnal 2025 takes inspiration from the Blue Mountains’ unique landscape and wildlife, and celebrates Scenic World’s iconic rides, including the world’s steepest railway and Australia’s first cable car. This fusion of art, technology and the natural world brings the rainforest to life and offers visitors a chance to see the mountainous region glow like never before.

Discover lighting installations throughout the forest. (Image: Gary P Hayes Photography)

Laservision’s owner and CEO, Shannon Brooks, highlighted how the show will build on last year’s success while offering exciting new features: 

“This year’s Nocturnal show will feature stunning new dynamic light sculptures and breathtaking aerial lighting effects, alongside crowd-favourite holograms, nature projections, and dazzling starlight lasers.”

Expect holographic native creatures, projection mapping on rock formations, rides on Scenic Railway, Skyway, and Cableway, a forest walk illuminating the trees, and views of the Three Sisters lit up. 

The show features holograms, light installations, and ambient sounds. (Image: Gary P Hayes Photography)

Anthea Hammon, Managing Director of Scenic World, highlighted how the show transforms Scenic World, offering a completely new perspective:

“Nocturnal is an opportunity to experience Scenic World in a whole new light – the rainforest around us and even the engineering marvels of our rides take on a fresh character at night.” 

The after-dark spectacle offers a unique opportunity to see the Blue Mountains in a new light. (Image: Gary P Hayes Photography)

The show uses innovative technology while paying homage to the region’s natural beauty and cultural significance.

“We’ve evolved from a small family-run attraction into an internationally recognised destination, and this year, Nocturnal is a tribute to our history, our people, and the stunning landscape we call home,” explained Hammon. 

Adult tickets start from $54.90 and include rides on the Scenic Railway, Skyway, Cableway and the illuminated rainforest walk. Child tickets start from $40.90 and also include a special Nocturnal quest to uncover hidden clues to the Gundungurra Story of Creation.

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