Expressions of interest are now open for Creative Open - an art, design, and music festival held on the Northern Beaches from 27 – 30 July.
This winter Creative Open returns to showcase the very homegrown creativity on the Northern Beaches. The annual program features exhibitions, performances and events, open studios, walks and talks, a maker’s market and public art.
Council is seeking applications from entertainment venues, creative businesses, and arts practitioners to deliver innovative activities and fun events for the Creative Open 2023 program.
Creative Open provides an opportunity for participating venues and practitioners to connect with new audiences, promote their business and build stronger relationships with the local community and creative sector.
Northern Beaches Mayor Michael Regan said Creative Open is the jewel in the crown of the winter arts calendar.
“The Northern Beaches is a powerhouse of creative energy and home to a diverse community that is full of creative venues and cultural experiences.”
“This event will celebrate creative venues and showcase our talented, musicians, designers, artists and creatives of all kinds. “
“Last year Creative Open welcomed more than 9000 locals and visitors to 80 venues, and this year we want to build on that momentum.
“We’d love to attract even more people from across the Beaches and further afield, and offer more live music at this year’s festival,” Mayor Regan said.
From concerts, Aboriginal weaving and jewelry making to art installations, group exhibitions and interactive discussions, everyone can find their creative home at Creative Open.
To apply or find out more, visit: https://www.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/arts-and-culture/creative-open
Media are invited to attend the opening event 5-8pm on Friday 17 March 2023 to meet past participants and some of Creative Opens ambassadors.
Applications open 17 March and close 21 April 2023.
Creative Open will run from 27-30 July 2023.
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Media contact: For media enquiries please phone 0481 907 545 or email media@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au