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Upcoming events
Tue 13 May
Tue 25 Nov
Life Drawing Studio: MAG&M
Get creative at our fortnightly life drawing sessions in the inspiring surrounds of the Gallery.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, Council Events, Workshops and Talks, Life Drawing, MAG&M Talks and Events, Education and Learning
Fri 7 Feb
Sun 31 Aug
Clay Collection: ESP (Earth, Stone, Porcelain)
7 February – 31 August 2025. MAG&M proudly presents ESP (Earth, Stone, Porcelain), an exhibition celebrating the timeless artistry and versatility of ceramics.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, Council Events, MAG&M current exhibition
Thu 29 May
Sun 29 Mar
Suzy O'Rourke - Design, Art and Interiors
Suzy O’Rourke is a multidisciplinary artist and ceramicist based on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. With a background in millinery and interior design, Suzy’s creative practice explores the intersection of nature, form, and simplicity—expressed through both handcrafted ceramics and original artworks.
Art and Culture, Mona Vale Creative Pop-up
Fri 6 Jun
Sun 27 Jul
Welcome to Wherever You Are
6 June – 27 July 2025. This exhibition foregrounds the work of artists who enfold time and space, positioning us in relationship to an “environment” that is shaped by cultural, spiritual, political, social, and intellectual forces.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, Collective for Environmental Art & Design, MAG&M current exhibition
Wed 25 Jun
Sun 6 Jul
Uniquely Us
Northern Beaches Artists group exhibition
105 Abbott Rd Curl curl
Art and Culture, Curl Curl Creative Space
Thu 26 Jun
9.00 AM - 10.00 AM
Gather at the Gallery: Seniors
Start your day with a free visit to the Gallery with like-minded seniors.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Gather, MAG&M, Art and Culture, Council Events, MAG&M Talks and Events, Seniors
Fri 27 Jun
10.00 AM - 12.00 PM
Weaving Stories Workshops at Mona Vale with Caroline Glass-Pattison and Karleen Green
Engage with Aboriginal knowledge holders and a traditional master weaver while exploring your own creativity at Mona Vale. Ages 12+
Mona Vale Creative Space - Gallery, 1 Park St Mona Vale
Art and Culture, Council Events, Weaving Bridges, Education and Learning, Mona Vale Pop-up Gallery, Seniors, Youth
Fri 27 Jun
Sun 29 Jun
Black Winter Block Party
Awesome Black are taking over Brookie for a full weekend of Indigenous art, music, flavour + community.
7th Day Brewery 14/9 Powells Road Brookvale
First Nations, Live Music, Art and Culture
Sat 28 Jun
10.00 AM - 12.00 PM
Weaving Stories Workshops at Manly with Caroline Glass-Pattison and Karleen Green
Engage with Aboriginal knowledge holders and a traditional master weaver while exploring your own creativity at Manly. Ages 12+
The Creative Library, Manly Library, 1 Market Lane Manly
Art and Culture, Council Events, Weaving Bridges, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Seniors, Youth
Sat 28 Jun
4.30 PM - 6.00 PM
Australian Poetry Slam: Northern Beaches Heat
This June, join us at Manly Library as we host Word Travels for the Northern Beaches Heat of the 2025 Australian Poetry Slam.
Manly Library, 1 Market Lane Manly
Art and Culture, Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors, Youth
Sun 29 Jun
10.00 AM - 4.00 PM
Abstract Art Workshop
A one-day abstract art workshop designed to help you unwind, reconnect with your creativity, and walk away with a painting that’s uniquely yours — no experience needed.
Cromer Community Centre 150 Fisher Rd N Cromer
Art and Culture
Fri 4 Jul
10.00 AM - 12.00 PM
Weaving Stories Workshops at Mona Vale with Caroline Glass-Pattison and Karleen Green
Engage with Aboriginal knowledge holders and a traditional master weaver while exploring your own creativity at Mona Vale. Ages 12+
Mona Vale Creative Space - Gallery, 1 Park St Mona Vale
Art and Culture, Council Events, Weaving Bridges, Education and Learning, Mona Vale Pop-up Gallery, Seniors, Youth
Sat 5 Jul
11.00 AM - 12.00 PM
Arts and Creativity Grants Information Session
If you'd like to discuss the grant program and how to apply, join us for our Information Session at the Manly Art Gallery and Museum.
Manly Art Gallery and Museum 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, Exhibitions
Tue 8 Jul
9.30 AM - 10.30 AM
Weaving Stories Workshops at Mona Vale with Jodie Dowd
Join us during NAIDOC Week and learn the art of weaving in a hands-on experience with local artist Jodie Dowd at Mona Vale. Suitable for children and youth ages 8+
Mona Vale Creative Space - Gallery, 1 Park St Mona Vale
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Weaving Bridges, Library School Holiday Programs, Mona Vale Creative Pop-up, Mona Vale Pop-up Gallery, School Holidays, Youth
Tue 8 Jul
10.30 AM - 11.30 AM
Weaving Stories Workshops at Mona Vale with Jodie Dowd
Join us during NAIDOC Week and learn the art of weaving in a hands-on experience with local artist Jodie Dowd at Mona Vale. Suitable for children and youth ages 8+
Mona Vale Creative Space - Gallery, 1 Park St Mona Vale
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Weaving Bridges, Library School Holiday Programs, Mona Vale Creative Pop-up, Mona Vale Pop-up Gallery, School Holidays, Youth
Tue 8 Jul
12.00 PM - 1.00 PM
Weaving Stories Workshops at Mona Vale with Jodie Dowd
Join us during NAIDOC Week and learn the art of weaving in a hands-on experience with local artist Jodie Dowd at Mona Vale. Suitable for children and youth ages 8+
Mona Vale Creative Space - Gallery, 1 Park St Mona Vale
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Weaving Bridges, Library School Holiday Programs, Mona Vale Creative Pop-up, Mona Vale Pop-up Gallery, School Holidays, Youth
Tue 8 Jul
3.30 PM - 4.30 PM
School Holiday Crafternoons at Manly
These school holidays let your imagination and creativity loose in the library and see what you can create! Ages 8 to 12 years old with an accompanying parent or guardian.
Manly Library, 1 Market Ln Manly
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Wed 9 Jul
9.30 AM - 10.30 PM
Weaving Stories Workshops at Manly with Jodie Dowd
Join us during NAIDOC Week and learn the art of weaving in a hands-on experience with local artist Jodie Dowd at Manly. Suitable for children and youth ages 8+
The Creative Library, Manly Library, 1 Market Lane Manly
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Weaving Bridges, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays, Youth
Wed 9 Jul
10.30 AM - 11.30 AM
Weaving Stories Workshops at Manly with Jodie Dowd
Join us during NAIDOC Week and learn the art of weaving in a hands-on experience with local artist Jodie Dowd at Manly. Suitable for children and youth ages 8+
The Creative Library, Manly Library, 1 Market Lane Manly
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Weaving Bridges, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays, Youth
Wed 9 Jul
12.00 PM - 1.00 PM
Weaving Stories Workshops at Manly with Jodie Dowd
Join us during NAIDOC Week and learn the art of weaving in a hands-on experience with local artist Jodie Dowd at Manly. Suitable for children and youth ages 8+
The Creative Library, Manly Library, 1 Market Lane Manly
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Weaving Bridges, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays, Youth
Wed 9 Jul
3.00 PM - 4.45 PM
hobbyspace with headspace at Glen Street
hobbyspace is a creative hub for young people to explore different forms of art and self expression mindfully hosted by headspace. Ages 12 to 25 years old.
Glen Street Library, Cnr Glen Street and Blackbutts Road Frenchs Forest
Art and Culture, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays, Youth
Wed 9 Jul
3.30 PM - 4.30 PM
School Holiday Crafternoons at Dee Why
These school holidays let your imagination and creativity loose in the library and see what you can create! Ages 8 to 12 years old with an accompanying parent or guardian.
Dee Why Library, 725 Pittwater Rd Dee Why
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Wed 9 Jul
3.30 PM - 4.30 PM
School Holiday Crafternoons at Glen Street
These school holidays let your imagination and creativity loose in the library and see what you can create! Ages 8 to 12 years old with an accompanying parent or guardian.
Glen Street Library, Cnr Glen Street and, Blackbutts Rd Frenchs Forest
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Thu 10 Jul
3.30 PM - 4.30 PM
School Holiday Crafternoons at Mona Vale
These school holidays let your imagination and creativity loose in the library and see what you can create! Ages 8 to 12 years old.
Mona Vale Library, 1 Park St Mona Vale
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Fri 11 Jul
3.30 PM - 4.30 PM
School Holiday Crafternoons at Warringah Mall
These school holidays let your imagination and creativity loose in the library and see what you can create! Ages 8 to 12 years old with an accompanying parent or guardian.
Warringah Mall Library, Level 2, 145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Sat 12 Jul
9.00 AM - 11.15 AM
Poppies & Georgia O'Keeffe class
Each month, we explore the work and world of a different artist, and in July, we’re celebrating the iconic Georgia O’Keeffe.
Curl Curl Creative Space 105 Abbott Rd North Curl Curl
Art and Culture, Curl Curl Creative Space
Sun 13 Jul
2.00 PM - 3.00 PM
NAIDOC Performance with Majeda Beatty at Mona Vale
Experience an immersive performance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island cultures through interactive dance, song, stories and language.
Mona Vale Memorial Hall 1 Park Street Mona Vale
First Nations, Art and Culture, Education and Learning, Library School Holiday Programs, NAIDOC Week, School Holidays
Tue 15 Jul
3.30 PM - 4.30 PM
School Holiday Crafternoons at Manly
These school holidays let your imagination and creativity loose in the library and see what you can create! Ages 8 to 12 years old with an accompanying parent or guardian.
Manly Library, 1 Market Ln Manly
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Wed 16 Jul
Thu 17 Jul
Kids Holiday Workshops: Creative Climate Play – Marine Life Mission
Explore marine sustainability through art and interactive technology in an immersive half-day experience!
Level 1, Mona Vale Civic Centre 1 Park Street Mona Vale
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Workshops and Talks, Plastic Free July, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, Mona Vale Pop-up Gallery, School Holidays, Youth
Wed 16 Jul
3.30 PM - 4.30 PM
School Holiday Crafternoons at Dee Why
These school holidays let your imagination and creativity loose in the library and see what you can create! Ages 8 to 12 years old with an accompanying parent or guardian.
Dee Why Library, 725 Pittwater Rd Dee Why
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Wed 16 Jul
3.30 PM - 4.30 PM
School Holiday Crafternoons at Glen Street
These school holidays let your imagination and creativity loose in the library and see what you can create! Ages 8 to 12 years old with an accompanying parent or guardian.
Glen Street Library, Cnr Glen Street and, Blackbutts Rd Frenchs Forest
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Thu 17 Jul
3.30 PM - 4.30 PM
School Holiday Crafternoons at Mona Vale
These school holidays let your imagination and creativity loose in the library and see what you can create! Ages 8 to 12 years old.
Mona Vale Library, 1 Park St Mona Vale
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Fri 18 Jul
3.30 PM - 4.30 PM
School Holiday Crafternoons at Warringah Mall
These school holidays let your imagination and creativity loose in the library and see what you can create! Ages 8 to 12 years old with an accompanying parent or guardian.
Warringah Mall Library, Level 2, 145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Fri 18 Jul
6.00 PM - 8.00 PM
Open studio & meet up
Open studio and creatives meet-up, join for a special, one-time free event celebrating a new chapter at Pitu Studio!
Curl Curl Creative Space 105 Abbott Rd North Curl Curl
Art and Culture, Curl Curl Creative Space
Sat 19 Jul
9.00 AM - 11.15 AM
Creative Coaching Session
Creative Coaching Circle: Clarity & Grounding.
Curl Curl Creative Space 105 Abbott Rd North Curl Curl
Art and Culture, Curl Curl Creative Space
Wed 23 Jul
Sun 27 Jul
Twenty-Six Seconds at Eramboo
Twenty-Six Seconds presents a collaborative exhibition led by contemporary artist Susie Dureau exploring the Earths rhythms though immersive and sensory artworks.
Eramboo Gallery 304 Mccarrs Creek Rd Terrey Hills
Art and Culture, Exhibitions
Thu 24 Jul
6.00 PM - 8.00 PM
Weaving Stories Buuja Buuja Celebration
Participant weaves from the Weaving Stories 2025 program will contribute to a public event and exhibition at Curl Curl Creative Space in July 2025.
105 Abbott Rd North Curl Curl
Art and Culture, Weaving Bridges, Curl Curl Creative Space, Exhibitions
Sat 26 Jul
Sun 27 Jul
Cats, Dogs & Birds. Works on Paper.
A playful celebration of paws, claws and feathers in print — join us for Cats, Dogs & Birds, our upcoming in-studio exhibition at Warringah Printmakers.
Warringah Printmakers Studio Cnr Lovett & Condamine St Manly Vale
Art and Culture, Community Group, Open Studios, Exhibitions
Thu 31 Jul
6.00 PM - 8.00 PM
Launch 2025 Environmental Art & Design Prize
Join 2025 judge Keinton Butler and the finalists in the Environmental Art & Design Prize for the announcement of the 2025 awards.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, Collective for Environmental Art & Design, Council Events, MAG&M Talks and Events
Fri 1 Aug
10.00 AM - 11.00 AM
Members' & Volunteers’ Preview: 2025 Environmental Art & Design Prize
Join us for the preview tour of the 2025 Environmental Art & Design Prize.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, Collective for Environmental Art & Design, Council Events, MAG&M Talks and Events
Fri 1 Aug
Sun 14 Sep
2025 Environmental Art & Design Prize
1 Aug - 14 Sept 2025. The annual Environmental Art & Design Prize showcases innovative and thought-provoking works that explore the theme of the environment.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, Collective for Environmental Art & Design, Council Events, MAG&M future exhibition
Sat 2 Aug
Sat 16 Aug
Creatives Social
Listen, share, and connect with fellow creatives at a multi-day workshop aimed at inspiring, encouraging, and sparking new creative collaborations.
Freshwater Brewing Company 4 Powells Rd Brookvale
Art and Culture
Sat 2 Aug
2.00 PM - 3.00 PM
Meet the Designers: 2025 Environmental Art & Design Prize
A fast-moving opportunity to engage with the designers as you move around the gallery freely, listening to stories of inspiration and the creative process.
Curl curl Creative Space, 105 Abbott Road, North Curl Curl Curl Curl
Art and Culture, Collective for Environmental Art & Design, Council Events, MAG&M Talks and Events
Sat 9 Aug
2.00 PM - 4.30 PM
Meet the Artists: 2025 Environmental Art & Design Prize
A fast-moving opportunity to engage with the artists as you move around the gallery freely, listening to stories of inspiration and the creative process.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, Collective for Environmental Art & Design, Council Events, MAG&M Talks and Events
Sat 16 Aug
2.00 PM - 3.00 PM
Meet the Young Artists/Designers: 2025 Environmental Art & Design Prize
A fast-moving opportunity to engage with the young artists and designers as you move around the gallery freely, listening to stories of inspiration and the creative process.
Mona Vale Creative Space Gallery, Civic Centre, 1 Park Street Mona Vale
Art and Culture, Collective for Environmental Art & Design, Council Events, MAG&M Talks and Events
Wed 27 Aug
Sun 31 Aug
Beaches Young Filmmakers Comp
Film it your way! Create a seven-minute film. $3000 prize pool + industry prizes with finalists films screened at Hoyts. Ages 12 - 24
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Youth
Fri 19 Sep
Sun 30 Nov
Maestri: Influences from Italy to Australia
19 September 2025 – 30 November 2025. This exhibition draws on MAG&M’s rich collection, along with loaned works from National Art School Australia and private collections, to explore Antonio Dattilo-Rubbo’s influences as a teacher.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, MAG&M future exhibition
Fri 19 Sep
Sun 30 Nov
Beyond the Box
19 September 2025 – 30 November 2025. Corrugated cardboard, as an art-making material, only began appearing around the time of Pablo Picasso’s influential sculpture Still Life with Guitar (1913).
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, Collective for Environmental Art & Design, MAG&M future exhibition
Fri 5 Dec
Sun 15 Feb
Counterpoint: Jude Rae, Ruth Waller & Toni Warburton
5 December 2025 – 15 February 2026. Counterpoint brings together the work of Jude Rae, Ruth Waller, and Toni Warburton, three artists whose practices resonate through material, form, and process.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, MAG&M future exhibition
Fri 5 Dec
Sun 15 Feb
Garden Variety
5 December 2025 – 15 February 2026. This exhibition presents the work of five contemporary Australian artists exploring the garden as a theme.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, Collective for Environmental Art & Design, MAG&M future exhibition
Mon 15 Dec
4.00 PM - 5.00 PM
Musical Theatre Classes
Primary aged weekly Musical theatre classes.
32 Old Barrenjoey road Avalon Beach
Art and Culture, Avalon Creative Space
