Locals celebrate the magic of art after dark at LUNA Fest during three days of nocturnal art and wonder across Revelstoke.

Luna Fest offered a curated lineup of light, musical talent, mesmerizing installation art, interactive performances, and family-friendly fun that transfored the downtown core. 

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The three-day celebration began on the evening of Friday, Sept. 20, with LUNA Sound, a musical takeover of four downtown Revelstoke venues. 

Hughes said 11 of Canadasa国际传媒檚 best new musical artists invaded Revelstoke on Friday.

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On Saturday, Sept. 21, LUNA Arts featured a 30-plus performance and installation art pieces. 

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LUNA Sunday was a collaboration with the Revelstoke Railway Museumsa国际传媒檚 Railway Days and featured local musical talent as well as LUNA Youth workshops.