Huskisson, NSW
27 to 30 August 2026
An arts festival with doing at its heart based on the philosophy that creativity is a powerful vehicle for wellbeing and human connection
Highlights include:
Thursday 27 August
The festival begins with a movie night at historic Huskisson Pictures and a screening of The Dressmaker. The event encourages a quirky dress code, and presents a talk by two local artists—both formerly frock designers—who share some insiders’ insights into how clothes affect how we feel and who we are. Refreshments included.
In line with the festival’s community-first ethos, 100 per cent of the profits from ticket sales go to scholarships for local high school students to participate in Arts Muster workshops and events.
Friday 28 August
At Huskisson Community Centre from 5.30pm, Mindscapes+Soundscapes This art after dark event is an avant-garde version of ‘paint and sip’ Using a vast array of art materials provided, participants create abstract art in response to live, sonic stimuli performed by experimental musician, Scott Gillespie, and refresh themselves with delicious nibbles by local cook, Claudeen Irwin, and BYO drinks.
Saturday 29 August
With sessions from 3pm and 5pm at Huskisson Community Centre, – Artfulmind Aesthetic Adventure Two, small group sessions, guided by Natalie McDonagh, invite a playful, hands-on exploration of Artfulmind Pop-up Gallery/Shop transformed into an art installation.
This is a tactile, sensory steeping designed to feed the mind and uplift the spirits. The sessions are also an opportunity to preview and purchase unique works of art and crafts. The ticket includes a handmade ceramic drinking bowl to take home, refreshments, and a talk on engaging the arts for wellbeing.
Sunday 30 August
- Huskisson Community Centre 10am-3pm – Huskisson Artisans Market – arts, crafts and products created by 60+ makers, artists and providores plus Artfulmind Pop-up Gallery/Shop curated by Dr Natalie McDonagh.
- Huskisson Community Centre 6-8pm – Rhythm Reset Arts Muster Festival concludes with a breathwork and sound bathing session. This immersive, sensory experience, designed to generate a restorative nervous system reset, is led by two of the region’s most respected wellness practitioners.
Workshops are an important part of the weekend. Full details and Tickets https://go.artsmuster.com.au/products-list/collections/workshops
Festival information: https://artsmuster.com.au