SWELL Sounds featuring Coral Reef & Freddie Fresh Experience the sounds of Coral Reef, a retro inspired surf instrumentals band led by local guitarist Matthew Armitage.  You can hear the Influence of the early sounds of surf rock music but also the sea side culture of the Gold Coast and Byron Bay.  This band enjoys the
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An Evening of Jazz presented by Mal Wood Quartet Step into a world of musical wonder as the Mal Wood Quartet brings you an unforgettable afternoon of Jazz, Blues, and World Music. Join us in celebrating the arts with the melodic mastery of the Mal Wood Quartet. Delight in a blend of swinging jazz rhythms,
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SWELL Singalong Are you an experienced singer or a complete beginner? No matter your skill level, don’t miss this unique opportunity to join The Blenders Chorus for an evening of musical magic! Learn and perform a song in stunning four-part a cappella harmony. In just one session, you’ll be taught a beautiful song, and along
Altered Tides: Diving hidden worlds Dive in to hidden worlds with us at SWELL in 2024. Be immersed in underwater worlds, and inspired by stories of creativity, cooperation, and courage from the Great Barrier Reef and local aquatic wonders. Altered Tides hosts creative conversations in a climate changing world, with this year’s theme “Diving hidden
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Drag Queen Trivia Get ready to test your knowledge on all things art, enjoy the spectacle of wearable art creations, and be entertained by the charming and witty drag queens. Whether you’re an art aficionado or just looking for a great time, this event promises laughter, learning, and loads of entertainment. Don your best art-inspired
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Badlands Vinyl presents… Straight Outta Tweed An evening of Hip Hop Curated by Tweed’s Favourite Vinyl Store. Come see what’s what as we bring along a cast of Tweed Heads Rap Royalty. DJ ZED Williams will spin classic hip hop hits on Vinyl between sets from Pure MC and DJ Alex Tyrell and then a
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Holiday Maker presents Smells Like Nannas House, Scraps & Super Carry Holiday Maker Records present a free takeover party for the closing Saturday of SWELL, featuring live music, DJs and a vinyl popup by the sea. Featuring live music by Smells Like Nannas House, Scraps & Super Carry, plus Radio Nanyang DJs and a vinyl popup featuring
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SWELL invites you to join us for a sunset soiree. An afternoon of art, food and drinks. Stroll along the sand and hear the stories of SWELL as sunset transforms the sculptures. Be taken on a guided sculpture walk with SWELL Curators and have the opportunity to meet the artists.   When | Saturday 14th September Time | 4.30pm – 7.00pm  Where | Meet at
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Call to the Couch – SWELL Artist Panel Join exhibiting SWELL artists where they discuss their motivation, practice and personal experiences, hosted by SWELL’s co-founder artistic director and curator, Natasha Edwards.  When | Sunday 15th September Time | 12.30pm – 1.30pmWhere | Fringe Pavilion, Wallace Nicoll Park, Currumbin Beach Cost | FREE BACK TO WHAT’S ON More about the SWELL Fringe Pavilion at Wallace
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SWELL 2024 Closing – featuring GIMMY, Mr Rascal & Zed Williams Don’t miss out on an unforgettable evening of live music, community, and celebration by the beach for the final night of SWELL Sculpture Festival 2024. Winners of the SWELL People’s Choice Awards will be announced at 4.30pm. When | Sunday 15th September Time | 4.00pm –
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