Artists, musicians, performers and the community are invited to celebrate creativity on the Northern Beaches by applying to take part in the 2018 Manly Arts Festival between Friday 7 and Sunday 23 September.

The Manly Arts Festival organisers want to hear from all artists and organisations interested in running their own events in the fields of visual, musical, film, literary and the performing arts.

Venues such as galleries, cafes, restaurants, surf clubs, community centres and other spaces are also encouraged to get involved with some possible events including:

  • Visual arts exhibitions and events
  • Music events
  • Literary and theatre events
  • Film events
  • Dance and Performance events
  • Youth events
  • Creative workshops
  • Children’s events

If you have questions or would like to propose an event or activity, contact Manly Art Gallery & Museum Senior Curator Katherine Roberts on 9976 1418 and then complete the online Smartygrants form at northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au by Wednesday 30 May.