What’s on

Check out the range of creative groups, workshops, classes and upcoming events occurring within the Shire and beyond. 

Our events include:

We hope you find something of interest. 

Special events

Be sure to ‘Save the Date’ for these exciting upcoming events. 

Hidden Gems Open Studios & Unicorn Art Exhibition

Haddon Community House Art Exhibition

Call in to the Haddon Community House to explore a vibrant, ever‑changing display of artworks by Golden Plains artists. Exhibitions run year‑round, with our next themed show, “Summer,” opening 26 February until 11 June 2026.

Whether you’re an artist looking to exhibit or an art lover seeking a unique local piece, you’re invited to drop in and enjoy the creativity of our community.
Click below to learn more.

Beyond Boundaries Art Exhibition and Sales

Join us for a two-day Art Exhibition and Sales event at Inverleigh Town Hall on Good Friday and Saturday.  The exhibition will feature a diverse range of artworks from both established and emerging artists, all available for purchase. Meet the Artists, Check out the Pop up Geelong Classic Car Club event just down the road.

Exhibitor entries are now open. Click the button for further details.

BOOK YOUR STALL: INVERLEIGH EASTER MARKET

We are seeking stallholders for the “Beyond Boundaries” Community Market at Inverleigh Town Hall this Good Friday and Easter Saturday. 3rd and 4th April. This is a prime opportunity to sell your products and promote your small business to a high volume of local visitors and art enthusiasts.  Current entries include woodwork, sculptures, gems, opal jewellery, hand crafts and ornaments.

  • Cost: $20 per trestle table (we provide the table).
  • Requirements: Open to all makers, craftspeople, and local small businesses.
  • Goal: Showcase your products and connect with the community.
  • Registration is open now. CLICK THIS LINK TO ENTER

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Classes and workshops

Explore the range of opportunities available within the Shire to develop, share or learn new skills and grow meaningful connections with other ‘creatives’

Sketchers Group

MEMBERS EVENT

Join fellow art lovers for our Sketchers Group, held every second Tuesday from 9:00am – 12:00 pm at rotating venues and community locations.

Cost – Free for GP Arts Inc members

MEMBER EVENT

Discover a welcoming group of local artists who meet every Thursday morning at the Bannockburn Community Hall. Bring along your artwork, exchange ideas, and enjoy the inspiration of creating together with like‑minded people.

Not yet a member? We’d love to have you join our community—come along and see what it’s all about!

The Tree of Life Art Classes

Join art workshops at Alpaca Downs Studio. Explore patterns, animals & cultural designs. $40–$70, materials & refreshments included.

Filling the Gaps Art Classes

Join art workshops at Alpaca Downs Studio. A 6-week program for beginners or artists with some experience to go back to basics and develop understanding of a variety of art mediums.

StudioArt6 Art Workshops

Jen Jones will be once again conducting small group x 10 week classes during 2026 school terms. The classes are suitable for students of all abilities, with a focus on acrylics, watercolours and soft pastels. You will, under Jen’s tutorage, work on your choice of painting at your own pace. These classes are conducted at the Grovedale Neighbourhood House. For further information or to enrol, please contact Jen on M: 0408461559, Email: jenajones1253@gmail.com

Coloured Pencil Workshops

Coloured Pencil workshops with Jen Urquhart. The workshops are conducted in Jen’s Stonehaven studio ( 16ks from Geelong) from 10am-4pm. With a maximum of 4 students, you will learn the basic colour pencil techniques, while working on a project. No experience is necessary, and all supplies are provided. Jen has been a coloured pencil artist for 8 years, and has taught workshops for 2 years. Her artwork has won awards both locally and internationally.