25 September – 5 October 2026
An artist-led Festival
WInner:
2026 Excellence in the Arts
Finalist:
2025 Outstanding Visitor Experience
River of Art returns 25 September – 5 October 2026 for 11 days of art, creativity and discovery across the Eurobodalla. Follow the Arts Trail, visit studios and galleries, experience exhibitions, workshops and performances, meet artists and makers, and discover the creative spirit of the South Coast.
Come for the Art. Stay for the coast.
Where creativity meets coast. And coast meets community.
Where creativity meets coast. And coast meets community.
River of Art Trail – Plan your Visit
Come for the art. Stay for the coast.
Discover the creativity of the Eurobodalla.
From 25 September to 5 October, the River of Art Festival brings 11 days of exhibitions, open studios, workshops, events and creative experiences to towns and villages across the South Coast. Follow the Arts Trail, meet artists in the places where they create, discover galleries and unexpected creative spaces, and experience the region through the people who make it unique. Make a day of it, make a weekend of it, or explore the Festival from end to end – with opportunities along the way to discover and buy original work directly from the artists who created it. Plan your Stay Here
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Congratulations to our 2026 River of Art Prize winners, and our sincere thanks to every artist who entered.
This year’s Prize brought together an extraordinary depth of talent, creativity and ideas, with the finalist exhibition showcasing the strength and diversity of contemporary practice.
To all our entrants, finalists and award recipients, thank you for sharing your work with us and for filling the Mechanics Institute with such an exceptional body of work.
FIND A LOCAL ARTIST
The River of Art Directory is a growing online showcase of artists and creatives connected to the Eurobodalla region and the River of Art Festival. Featuring visual artists, writers and performers, it offers a simple way to discover and connect with the creative voices shaping our coastal community.
Art lovers are invited to explore the directory, discover new artists and connect directly with creatives across the NSW South Coast.
We need Volunteers – Find your people. make a difference
Festival 2026 has 3 venues that need volunteer hosts.
Our volunteer hosts are the friendly face of River of Art, helping visitors feel welcome and get the most from their festival experience.
You’ll greet visitors, answer simple questions about the exhibition or venue, point people towards other River of Art events and Arts Trail locations, and generally keep an eye on the space. You may also help with simple tasks such as handing out programs, directing visitors, recording attendance or assisting with artwork enquiries.
No arts experience is needed – we’ll provide all the information and guidance you need. It’s a relaxed, social role and a great way to meet artists, visitors and other members of our creative community.
Whether you’re new to the Eurobodalla or have called it home for years, volunteering with River of Art is a great way to meet like-minded people, build lasting connections and help shape our creative community.
Pink Cube Gallery 2026/7 Events
