Arts and Craft - The Lakes Festival

Things to do

Arts and Craft - The Lakes Festival

Things to do

Be inspired by the local makers and creators! From a swimwear and accessory exchange, to painting by the lake and immersing yourself in water themed art, our talented makers and creators will showcase their works encouraging the community to get involved.

The Itinerary

Arts and Crafts

Explore the community arts projects

Sat 9 Nov, 4-9pm, The Entrance

Light Up The Lake

Be amazed by headliner Boo Seeka, with BELLA AMOR, RAAVE Tapes, False London and Daytrip. Fun activities, licensed area, roving performers, and fantastic food, followed by fireworks display that will literally Light Up The Lake!

Fri 8- Sun 17 November, All Day, Budgewoi

Hills Hoist Exchange: Swimming clothes and accessories Swap

The Hills Hoist Exchange is an interactive art installation and sustainable swap event. Take and exchange preloved swimwear promoting a circular economy and community sharing.

Sat 9 Nov, 10-4pm, Toukley

Art and Craft Fair

The 9th annual Toukley Arts and Craft Fair by the Lake is a fun day for the whole family with locally handmade arts and crafts, artwork, art bargain tables and lots more.

Fri 8 Nov, 10am-4pm, Woy Woy

Central Coast Postcard Show: Perspectives of Brisbane Water

Central Coast Postcard Show celebrates the creation, exhibition, and sale of postcard-sized artworks highlighting the stunning waterways of the Central Coast through a vibrant art exhibition, interactive workshops and a postcard fair.

Sat 9 Nov, 9am, Long Jetty

Painting by the lake

Watch renowned artists painting at the waterfront and help make a world record in Plein Air Painters by painting your own watercolour!

Mon 11, Tue 12 & Wed 13 November, 10-11am, East Gosford

Working Water Craft - make and create with us

Pre-schoolers and parents are invited to create a 3D flying boat, based on artist Guy Warrens painting ‘Icon for a traveller- 1984’, from the Central Coast Councils Art Collection. Using recycled cardboard and paint, we invite you to explore 3D forms, together, you will be guided by one of our wonderful art tutors to create an imaginary flying boat.

Fri 15 Nov, 4-9pm, Terrigal

Marine Magic Outdoor Cinema and Arts Fair

Dive into an evening of Marine Magic with art, circus fun, face painting and environmental education right by the beautiful Marine Centre and waterfront in Terrigal! Once the sun sets, kick back and watch a family friendly movie on the big screen.

Sat 16 Nov, 3-10pm, Woy Woy

Gather and Groove Music and Arts Festival

Immerse yourself in a whimsical underwater wonderland at ‘Gather and Groove’ for Lakes Festival, celebrating our beautiful coastal waters with live music, interactive art, circus acts, and environmental education.

Sat 16 Nov, 8am-1pm, The Entrance

The Entrance Market

Discover the best of the Central Coast with a variety of local products, from fresh produce to handcrafted treasures. Join us for a day of community, live entertainment, and tasty treats. Bring your friends and family and make it a Saturday to remember!

Sat 16 Nov, 4-8pm, Avoca Beach

The Wonders of the Water - a full moon celebration of water through arts

A free family-friendly event celebrating water through art, culture, and community under the full moon at Avoca Lake. Enjoy dance, music, storytelling, visual arts, and more.

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