Lambeth Bennett Presents

Be the Light
F   E   S   T   I   V   A   L
Date
Saturday 5 September 2026
Time
10AM – 5PM
Venue
Mingara Club, Tumbi Umbi
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Not a market.

Not a psychic fair.

Be The Light is a curated wellbeing experience.

Why are you here?

Maybe you're burned out.

Maybe you're searching for something you can't quite name.

Maybe someone you love is struggling, and you want to do more.

Maybe you're simply curious — about what becomes possible when people gather with intention.

Wherever you are….Welcome.

Your Journey

Where would you like to begin?

Choose your path.

Awaken — Consciousness pathway
Consciousness

Awaken

Create space to slow down, become present and reconnect with what matters most to you.

Enter
Ground — Earth Medicine pathway
Earth Medicine

Ground

Reconnect with nature's wisdom and discover practices that support your body and everyday wellbeing.

Enter
Realign — Cognitive Health pathway
Cognitive Health

Realign

Discover practical tools that support your brain, nervous system and emotional resilience.

Enter

Consciousness

Awaken

Slow down.
Become present.

This is what it feels like to begin.

  • Intuitive Insights
  • Breathwork
  • Sound Journeys
  • Meditation
  • Mindset
  • Awareness
  • Purpose
  • Connection
Meet your Guides

Earth Medicine

Ground

Come back to the earth.
Remember what sustains you.

This is what it feels like to be held.

  • Breathwork
  • Plant Medicine
  • Nature's Nutrients
  • Movement
  • Indigenous Wisdom
  • Nature
Meet your Guides

Cognitive Health

Realign

Create space for clarity.
Trust what you already know.

This is what it feels like to find your way back.

  • Balance
  • Brain Health
  • Nervous System
  • Resilience
  • Emotional Wellbeing
  • Burnout Recovery
  • Clarity
Meet your Guides

Our Community

The people who make it possible.

From Our Community

Real people. Shared stories. Meaningful connection.

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Our Story

How do we create a place where people can genuinely reconnect — with themselves, and each other?

A question that has guided us for more than 28 years.

Why We Exist

Be The Light isn’t a place to escape life.
It’s a place to reconnect with it.

In 1998, people came searching for connection and new perspectives. They found a community where conversations began, friendships formed and lives quietly changed.

Today, that need has only grown.

We believe wellbeing is no longer a luxury.

It’s a necessity.

Our Journey

Nearly three decades.
One continuing story.

What began in 1998 as Lambeth Bennett’s vision to create a place for connection, healing and personal growth has continued to evolve with each generation.

In 2023, Hoana, Lambeth’s wife, lovingly relaunched the festival, honouring its legacy while bringing the community back together. In 2026, Shayne, Lambeth’s son, embraced the next chapter, reimagining the festival as Be The Light with a renewed focus on Consciousness, Earth Medicine and Cognitive Health.

The story continues to grow through every visitor, exhibitor, presenter and volunteer who becomes part of the journey.

Our Story
1998

Lambeth Bennett founded the Psychic & Alternative Fair at Mingara, creating a welcoming space where people could explore wellbeing, spirituality and genuine human connection.

2020

The festival was paused as the world changed, and Lambeth began his journey living with dementia. While a difficult chapter, his vision and the community he created continued to inspire those around him.

2023

Hoana Bennett lovingly relaunched the festival, bringing the community back together and honouring the legacy that had touched so many lives.

2026

Shayne Bennett embraced the next chapter, reimagining the event as Be The Light Festival with a renewed focus on Consciousness, Earth Medicine and Cognitive Health — preserving the values and spirit that Lambeth established nearly three decades earlier.

The Next Chapter

This story continues with you.

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Meet Our Community

Meet the practitioners, educators, wellbeing businesses and community partners appearing at Be The Light Festival.

Exhibitors

Discover the practitioners, educators and wellness professionals
appearing at Be The Light Festival · Saturday 5 September.

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Exhibit With Us

Exhibit With Us

Applications are open for practitioners, educators, facilitators, wellbeing businesses and community organisations whose work aligns with the Be The Light Festival values and contributes positively to the visitor experience.

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Applications are reviewed for alignment, professionalism, safety and contribution to the festival experience.

Be The Light Festival, Saturday 5 September 2026 at Mingara Club.
Tickets Coming Soon Explore the Day

A Day to Reconnect

Step away from the noise of everyday life and immerse yourself in an experience designed to inspire, educate and reconnect you with what matters most.

What You'll Experience

Inspiring Speakers

Hear practical insights from experienced presenters across consciousness, wellbeing and human potential.

Workshops

Interactive sessions led by practitioners — skills and tools you can apply in your life immediately.

Community

Meet practitioners, educators and wellbeing businesses who are making a real difference.

Earth Medicine

Explore natural approaches to supporting health, healing and everyday wellbeing.

Cognitive Health

Discover practical tools to build resilience and support lifelong brain health and clarity.

Consciousness

Create space for awareness, clarity and meaningful personal growth.

The Details

Date
Saturday
5 September 2026
Time
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue
Mingara Recreation Club
Tumbi Umbi · Central Coast NSW
Tickets
Coming Soon
Presale · $10 at the door · Under 18s free
Free Parking
Family Friendly
Accessible Venue
Food & Drinks Available

Your Day

Your Journey Through the Day

Arrive

Step into a warm, welcoming space and settle in at your own pace.

Explore

Wander the exhibitor floor and discover what resonates with you.

Learn

Take a seat for a talk or workshop and absorb something meaningful.

Connect

Start a conversation that might just change things.

Reflect

Find a quiet moment to process what you've experienced.

Leave Inspired

Carry something real with you — a thought, a name, an intention.

Featured Experiences

A curated selection.

Featuring

Inspiring Talks

Leading voices sharing perspectives that challenge and expand your thinking.

Featuring

Sound Healing

A guided journey through sound and vibration — deeply restorative and quietly profound.

Featuring

Breathwork

Conscious breathing techniques that bring clarity, calm and a sense of return.

Featuring

Earth Medicine

Natural healing traditions and plant wisdom shared by experienced practitioners.

Featuring

Live Demonstrations

See practical therapies and modalities in action — watch, ask, experience.

Featuring

Community Conversations

Open dialogue around the things that matter — hosted with warmth and intention.

Questions

Frequently Asked

Presale tickets will be available online very soon. Single tickets are $10 at the door. Children under 18 always attend free. Register your interest to be notified the moment tickets go on sale.

Yes. Free parking is available on-site at Mingara Recreation Club. The venue is also accessible by public transport from across the Central Coast.

Mingara Recreation Club is a fully accessible venue. If you have any specific accessibility requirements, please reach out to us before the event and we'll do everything we can to support you.

Absolutely. Be The Light is a family-friendly event and children under 18 attend for free. We welcome families and believe wellbeing conversations should be accessible to everyone.

Yes. The venue has a range of food and drink options available throughout the day. There will also be vendors and exhibitors offering wellness products and refreshments at the festival.

Presale tickets are non-refundable but are fully transferable. If you can no longer attend, you're welcome to pass your tickets on. For any concerns, please contact us at info@bethelightfestival.com.

Your Journey Begins Here.

Whether you're taking your first step or continuing your path, we'd love to welcome you into the Be The Light community.

Tickets Coming Soon

Connect

We'd love to hear from you. Whether you have a question about the festival, exhibiting, partnerships or simply want to say hello, we're here to help.

Send Us a Message

Let's Start a Conversation

Every meaningful connection begins with a conversation. Whether you're joining us as a visitor, exhibitor, speaker or community partner, we'd love to hear from you.

General Enquiries

Questions about the festival, tickets or attending. We're happy to help.

info@bethelightfestival.com

Exhibitor Enquiries

Interested in becoming part of our community? We'd love to see what you bring.

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Partnerships

Interested in collaborating with Be The Light? Let's explore how we can work together.

partnerships@bethelightfestival.com

Find Us

Our Home

Mingara Recreation Club
Tumbi Umbi
NSW Australia

Conveniently located on the Central Coast, within easy reach of Sydney, Newcastle and surrounding regions.

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We'd love to hear from you.

Every meaningful journey begins with connection.

We look forward to welcoming you to Be The Light.