47th Tyers Art Festival

47th Tyers Art Festival

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