The Tyers Art Festival—one of Gippsland’s longest running and most loved community arts events—celebrates its 47th year from Friday 6 to Sunday 8 November 2026 at the Tyers Community Hall. The Festival brings together artists, photographers, makers and visitors for a full weekend of creativity, culture and community connection.
Across the weekend, visitors can explore an extensive exhibition of artworks across Oil, Acrylic, Watercolour, Pastel, Mixed Media, Craft and Drawing, alongside the new Tyers Landscape Photography Competition, highlighting Gippsland’s inland natural beauty. The Festival also features major awards including the Jean Galbraith Prize, GLaWAC Art Award, Hangers Choice Award, Popular Choice Award and Young Artist Awards.
The festivities begin on Friday evening with the Gala Opening Night (7pm–11pm), an immersive celebration featuring live music, drinks and canapés, Bush Tucker Bites, and the chance to meet the 2026 Feature Artist Barry Masterman Smith.
Across Saturday and Sunday, the Tyers Art Exhibition is open to the public, offering the opportunity to view and purchase artworks, vote in the Popular Choice Award, and enjoy local entertainment. The weekend also includes the Makers & Bakers Market at Bert Christensen Reserve, Gallery Graze food and wine sessions and Devonshire Tea.
Whether you’re an art lover, photographer, local resident or weekend visitor, the Tyers Art Festival offers a welcoming, inspiring and uniquely Gippsland experience.
Event Dates:
• Friday 6 November 2026 – Gala Opening Night, 7pm–11pm
• Saturday 7 November 2026 – Exhibition 10am–4pm, Makers & Bakers Market 10am–3pm
• Sunday 8 November 2026 – Exhibition 10am–3pm, Makers & Bakers Market 10am–3pm
Category: Markets and Vintage
Churchill Shop Local Market
Free entry!
Support local makers and businesses.
Free Sausage Sizzle, Entertainment, Voucher Giveaways and more!
Register for a free stall at churchill.org.au
Mid Valley Pop Up Market
Mid Valley’s Monthly POP-UP Markets
FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH at Mid Valley Shopping Centre.
You’re invited to Mid Valley’s monthly indoor market showcasing the finest local produce, crafts and more from Gippsland and surrounds.
For more details and stall applications visit:
www.midvalleyshoppingcentre.com.au/market/
Join our Facebook group for updates:
Traralgon Farmers Market
Held on the 4th Saturday of the month rain, hail or shine in the iconic Kay Street Gardens.
Run by the Traralgon Lions Club, the Farmer’s Market has become a favourite destination for fresh fruit and vegetables and beautifully handmade products.
By shopping at farmers markets, customers are guaranteed access to quality, freshly-harvested produce whilst supporting local farmers, and putting money directly back into the local community. PLEASE NOTE that our market is not a craft market.
Upcoming Markets:
- Saturday 22 August
- Saturday 26 September
- Saturday 24 October
- Saturday 28 November
- Wednesday 23 December – Christmas twilight market 3pm – 8pm
List of market stallholders
Glengarry Market
Glengarry Market – Makers, Bakers and Growers
Over 50 stalls with fresh produce, art/craft, metal/woodwork, plants, dog stuff, baby stuff, etc showcasing locally made/grown goods.
Food stalls/vans will be there to feed you on the day along with local cafe Platform 3854 for coffee/snacks.
The market is dog friendly but must be on leashes.
Toilets and playground.
Held on the 3rd Sunday of each month in Main Street, Glengarry.
Future dates:
- Sunday 16 August
- Sunday 20 September
- Sunday 18 October
- Sunday 15 November
- Sunday 20 December
- Sunday 17 January 2027
For more information contact Michelle: 0421 970 442 or Annamae: 0484 047 827