Artist residency and photography workshop with Kim Percy in Hydeaway Bay
ARI Whitsundays artist-in-residence, Kim Percy, will present a free artist talk and lead a ticketed ‘Visualising through photography’ workshop, guiding photography enthusiasts in an exploration of the local environment along the Hydeaway Bay foreshore.
Seven-time ARIA Award winner Wendy Matthews joins the Whitsundays Songwriter Festival
Award-winning singer-songwriter Wendy Matthews, joins Queensland Music Award winner Jude York, Eurovision sensation Johnny Manuel, APRA Award winner Mark Sholtez, Los Angeles Music Award winner Francesca de Valence, and AIR Award nominated songwriter Karen Jacobsen at the Whitsundays Songwriter Festival.
Whitsundays Arts Festival not to be in 2024
We regret to announce that there will not be a Whitsundays Arts Festival this year. On a positive note, our organisation is evolving to focus more on mentoring and supporting both ongoing and emerging art and cultural events in the Whitsundays.
Nathalie Hartog-Gautier Artist Residency
The inaugural ARI Whitsundays artist residency with Nathalie Hartog-Gautier, co-sponsored by the Whitsundays Arts Festival, was a great success.
Join print artist Nathalie Hartog for a workshop and demonstration in Hydeaway Bay
Join French Australian print artist Nathalie Hartog for a workshop and demonstration in Hydeaway Bay.
The Handmade Markets return to the Airlie Beach foreshore
The Whitsundays Arts Festival and Whitsunday Creatives are delighted to host the Handmade Markets on the Airlie Beach foreshore. This event showcases the incredible talent of our local artists, designers, and makers while providing a unique shopping experience for visitors and locals alike.
Chart-topping superstars Vika & Linda (OAM) announced at the 2023 Whitsundays Songwriter Festival and Residency
The Whitsundays Arts Festival is thrilled to reveal Vika & Linda (OAM) as the final addition to this year's Whitsundays Songwriter Festival and Residency.
Award-winning Australian songwriter Mark Sholtez will be a mentor at the Whitsundays Songwriter Festival
Award-winning artist, and lecturer in Songwriting and Music Production at the University of Southern Queensland, Mark Sholtez will be performing and teaching songwriting as part of the Whitsundays Songwriter Festival.
Toni Childs joins the Whitsundays Songwriter Festival
Whitsundays Arts Festival is bringing Emmy Winner and three-time Grammy nominated American recording artist Toni Childs to Airlie Beach as part of the Whitsundays Songwriter Festival.
Announcing the second annual Whitsundays Songwriter Festival & Residency
The Whitsundays Arts Festival is thrilled to launch the second annual Whitsundays Songwriter Festival and Residency, taking place from 31 August to 4 September in Airlie Beach.
Wishing you a Wonderful Art-Filled Festive Season!
Wishing all a wonderful festive season and tune in for important festival updates.
Well That’s A Wrap!
We've been reminiscing on the memorable moments of the 2022 Whitsundays Arts Festival - thanks for joining us!
People’s Choice Award Winner
We're delighted to announce the winner of the 2022 Whitsundays Art Prize People's Choice Award, sponsored by Bendigo Bank.
Whitsundays Art Prize Winners Announced
Whitsundays Arts Festival is delighted to announce the award winners in the 2022 Whitsundays Art Prize Exhibition.
Celebrate The Arts
Celebrate the arts with the Whitsundays Arts Festival! 🎪
This September, immerse yourself in the arts in the heart of the Whitsundays, and enjoy the sights and sounds in the form of fine arts, sculpture, original music, professional art workshops, multicultural performances, children's art workshops, handmade art markets, exclusive & intimate concerts, film screenings, and impressive installations.
Announcing the Inaugural Whitsundays Songwriter Festival & Residency
Announcing the inaugural Whitsundays Songwriter Festival & Festival, a 3-day Festival comprised of a Residential Retreat, a one day Emerging Songwriters workshop, and a Dinner & Conversation at The Belvedere.
Whitsundays Art Prize Finalists Announced
Whitsundays Arts Festival announces the finalists in the 2022 Whitsundays Art Prize Exhibition.
Fun for the whole family
The Whitsundays Arts Festival is bringing arts to the whole family on 25 September on the Airlie Beach foreshore. With interactive activities, a free kids art workshop program, and massive art installations, it promises to be a fun-filled, creative day out!
Meet the makers at the Handmade Art Markets
Discover the Whitsundays Arts Festival Handmade Art Markets on the Airlie Beach Foreshore.
Airlie Beach Foreshore Comes Alive With Art
Airlie Beach Foreshore will come alive with art on September 24 & 25 as Whitsundays Arts Festival artists-in-residence create a spectacular outdoor exhibition of art installations.