All is in readiness for the staging of the eighth annual ArtWalk in Port Macquarie, the town's most celebrated cultural arts and live music event.
The Port Macquarie CBD will come to life on the eve of the June long weekend with a program packed with exhibitions, activations, illuminations, live performances, artists markets, workshops, creative installations and more.
There will be multiple live sites across a CBD footprint that will stretch from Fisherman's Wharf to Murray Street.
The program includes art installations featuring a captivating sea turtle hologram, a sand sculpture of dolphins down on Town Green, video projections, whale song performance, activations inside the Glasshouse and at various CBD business sites.
Port Macquarie Mayor Peta Pinson will be opening the event on the main stage at 5pm on Town Green on the evening of Friday June 7.
"ArtWalk is not just an event for art lovers, but also for those who appreciate the culture, history, and creativity of Port Macquarie," Mayor Pinson said.
"Whether you are a seasoned art collector or a first-time visitor, ArtWalk is an event not to be missed. Come and experience the magic of Port Macquarie's art scene, and let it inspire and captivate you."
Port Macquarie Hastings Council was successful in obtaining a $50,000 NSW Government under the Open Streets Program to NSW fund an event first activation of Western end of Clarence Street. The funding will allow for the creation of a youth precinct and street party/on street dining experience in collaboration with established restaurants.
The town centre come alive with local artists across more businesses than ever before and amazing installations that represent our coastal theme this year
As this is always a popular event and we want as many people to experience it as possible, please consider your travel to the event. It is recommended that attendees consider public transport options as parking will be at a premium throughout the night.
There will be a free shuttle bus service to the Port CBD. Pick-up and drop-off will be from Westport Marina/Westport Carpark (bus stop outside Little Turkey) between 4:30pm to 9:30pm. Buses are accessible and will run on a loop.
For those who will be driving, please plan ahead. Port Central doors will remain open until 9:30pm for access to the carpark. After this time, access will be via the carpark ramp off Murray Street.
There are several road closures which will be put in place from 10am until 11pm Friday, 7 June. For all information, please visit ArtWalk | Port Macquarie (portmacquarieinfo.com.au)
