Murrurundi Festival: Art in the Landscape
Celebrate heritage and creativity in the stunning scenery of Murrurundi
Celebrating the Visual and Performing Arts
The Murrurundi Community has come together to produce the second Murrurundi Festival.
This vibrant community is partnering with Upper Hunter Shire Council, Arts Upper Hunter, Destination NSW, and Murrurundi Arts & Crafts Council to bring an exciting event to the Upper Hunter.
Murrurundi Festival Highlights
Art of Puppetry
A Little Bit of Blue performed by Jenny Ellis of Little Wing Puppets
An Interactive Detective Story, told with Puppetry, where the Kids Help Solve the Case!
As well as unravelling a mystery, it involves learning about the unique habits of an extraordinary Australian animal, the Satin Bowerbird, and their fascination for the colour blue. It is a fun frolicking mix of Detective Noir, slapstick, with some interesting learning discoveries along the way.
(Friday Schools performance at Murrurundi RSL Hall, Mayne St Murrurundi - Free)
Recognisably Murrurundi
Recognisably Murrurundi is a new Art Prize open to all artists, where the subject matter must depict a recognisable landscape from the Murrurundi District.
This event is proudly sponsored by Destination Murrurundi.
Art Prize Entries open until 20th March.
(Exhibition: Saturday & Sunday 10:00am - 4:00pm, Old Uniting Church, 126 Mayne Street, Murrurundi - Free)
Don't miss the prize presentation on Sunday 29th at 5:00pm.
Its A Wrap
Inspired by Belgian artists Christo & Jeanne-Claude, local artist Peter Morris will wrap key landmarks, fences, and bridges in calico in an exploration of the stories behind objects we usually don’t notice in Murrurundi.
(Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Remembrance Park, Mayne Street Murrurundi - Free Event)
Art of the Guitar
Duo Bosco is a classical guitar duo formed by Murilo Tanouye and Joseph Littlefield, who first met while studying at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. Both musicians share a background in rigorous classical training paired with wide-ranging musical influences. The Duo is known for its refined interpretations of classical repertoire, including complete transcriptions of J.S. Bach’s Two- and Three-Part Inventions arranged for two guitars. Their programs often blend Baroque works with contemporary compositions and Brazilian-inspired pieces, reflecting Tanouye’s musical roots.
(Sunday 2:30pm, St Paul's, Mount Street Murrurundi - Ticketed event)
Art of the Kite
Once again the skies of Murriurundi will fill with the Art of the Kite. Colourful creations will amaze!.
Also Bark In The Landscape - a Best Dressed Bog competition and Best Dressed Dog & Human Combo
And Kids Of The Screens with play some great music!
Come fly a kite - everyone is welcome to fly their own kite - heaps to do @ Wilson's Oval.
(Saturday 9:00 - 2:00, Wilson Memorial Oval, Mayne Street Murrurundi - Free)
Fairy Picnic
The popular Fairy Picnic returns to Paradise Park in Murrurundi.
This event offers entertainment for the young and young at heart, featuring storytellers, face painters, musicians and some Little Lunch.
(Sunday 09:00- 12:00, Paradise Park Murrurundi - Free event)
Fairy Gardens - check the Fairy Gardens dotted around Murrurundi
Fairy Nights Fairy Lights - illuminating the yard - a great night-time drive around town with the kids!
A Community of Artists
Gallery + Studio
There will be exhibitions aplenty - Explore the Galleries and Studios of Murrurundi.
Meet the artists. Be tempted to take home an artistic treasure.
- Michael Reid Gallery
- John Bradley
- Eduardo Santos
- Renate Du Plessis
- Jelle van den Berg
- John Turton
- Pearl Moon
- Fran Wachtel
- Jo Shand
- MACC Photographic Exhibition
- Youth Centre Art Project
- Chalk the Footpath - cnr Haydon & Adelaide Sts
- +++
(Saturday, Sunday 10:00am - 4:00pm - Free event)
Mini Gallery Project
The Mini Art Gallery Project is another highlight of the Murrurundi Festival - Art in the Landscape.
The Project is to re-purpose doll houses as Mini Art Galleries. The Galleries will be feature exhibitions of mini canvases and sculptures.
Pictured is the Murrurundi Caravan Park Mini Art Gallery.
The Norvill Art Prize Collection
The winning paintings from the Norvill Art Prize will be together on exhibition for the first time in many years.
The Norvill Art Prize, which was a biannual competition, commenced in 2000 and ran until 2014. Peter Norvill was the patron of the Norvill Art Prize and the Prize was administered by Murrurundi Arts & Crafts Council.
The collection is a must see!.
(Saturday & Sunday 10:00 - 4:00, Murrurundi Bowling Club, 131 Mayne Street Murrurundi - Free)
Random Art in the Landscape
The Murrurundi Festival will feature a variety of random activities.
Highlights include:
- Art of the Motorcycle
- Murrurundi Caravan Park Twilight Gathering
- Random art
- Pop-up galleries
- Enchanting Fairy Nights, Fairy Lights
- KOTS In Concert
- Murra County Markets
- Cafes and Food Trucks.
How You Can Support the Murrurundi Festival
Support the Murrurundi Festival
The Australian Cultural Fund is operated by Creative Australia under the auspices of the Australian Government.
Donations over $2.00 to the Murrurundi Festival paid via Australian Cultural Fund are tax deductible.
Murrurundi Festival - Art in the Landscape is a family focused festival featuring the performing and visual arts.
From puppets to paintings to concerts to exhibitions - there will be something to excite the imagination of the whole family.
Murrurundi Festival - Art in the Landscape is a family focused festival featuring the performing and visual arts.
From puppets to paintings to concerts to exhibitions - there will be something to excite the imagination of the whole family.
In order to deliver a FREE event we are seeking donations to ensure we can stage an exciting festival.
Please donate - $25, $50 - whatever you can - every bit helps
Thank you for your support!
Donate to the Murrurundi Festival
Donate to the Murrurundi Festival
SCAN the QR Code or click the link below to donate to the Murrurundi Festival.
Donations over $2 are tax deductible.
Murrurundi - Where to Eat and Drink
- Mayne St Cafe, 61 Mayne St
- Take-A-Break Cafe, 113 Mayne St
- Gelato-On-Mayne, 107 Mayne St
- Michael Reid Gallery + Cafe, Boyd St
- Life Of Pie, 13 Mayne St
- Bowling Club, 131 Mayne St
- Royal Hotel, 144 Mayne St
- Railway Hotel, 48 Haydon St
- Mobil Service Station, 3 Mayne St
- Local Servo, 148 Mayne St
- United Petroleum, 226 Mayne St
Murrurundi - Where to Stay
- Murrurundi Caravan Park
- Destination Murrurundi
- Sundaze
- Valley View Motel
- Murrurundi Motel
- Royal Hotel
- Railway Hotel
- + BNB & AirBNB
Sponsors & Supporters
Government Supporter
Principal Supporter
Destination NSW - Sydney Surrounds North
Local Government Supporter
Upper Hunter Shire Council
Event Host
Murrurundi Arts & Crafts Council Inc
Supporter
Art Upper Hunter provided funding for the Little Wing Puppets performance through the Country Arts Support Programme (CASP).
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