City of Wollongong News: Art and Culture
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The spotlight shone on the Illawarra’s growing screen sector tonight at the Creative Wollongong Short Film Competition and Festival screening and awards night.
The Creative Studios Open Day offers a behind-the-scenes look at the art being made right here in Wollongong. Six local artists will open their studio doors this Saturday 28 March, welcoming one and all for a multilayered art experience.
Two bus shelters in Gwynneville and Keiraville have been given a vibrant new lease on life as part of Wollongong City Council’s graffiti prevention program.
Keira Lane will put on its Sunday best for ‘Keira Laneway Live’, a free family-friendly event featuring live music, roving performers, delicious outdoor dining, and good vibes on Sunday 22 March.
Taking over the Sunset Cinema on 7 March, the Creative Wollongong Short Film Festival will screen the best entries from the associated competition.
2026 is going to be another massive year at Wollongong Art Gallery, thanks to a diverse range of exhibitions, an engaging performance program and an exciting schedule of workshops, free artist talks and events.
If you have a great idea to bring your community together, or a passion project that will benefit our city, we want to hear about it!
Wollongong City Libraries is working to close gaps in the Illawarra’s queer history by hosting a community Scanning Day on Saturday 21 February, 2026.
Following the cancellation of the 2025 New Year’s Eve fireworks due to large ocean swells, Council has reviewed potential firing locations ahead of the upcoming Australia Day fireworks display.
Young creatives are set to embark on some serious play at Wollongong Art Gallery, thanks to the arrival of the Hive Festival – an exciting two-day celebration delivered in partnership with the Art Gallery of New South Wales (AGNSW).