23 events found.
Events for May 24, 2026
Ongoing
(it’s no) drama – Dreamweaver Installation
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Dreamweaver is the latest creation by inclusive arts company (it’s no) drama in collaboration with artists Sarah Parkes and Michael Shirrefs. The work is an outdoor installation inspired by the rolling hills of South Gippsland and evokes human-like figures curled up like blankets, inhabiting the liminal space between waking and sleep. Crafted from repurposed silage wrap, the piece transforms discarded materials into something magical. An enchanting soundtrack creates an ethereal and immersive encounter—a sonic space to rest, reflect, and dream. Dreamweaver is supported by the Australian Government through the Festivals Australia program.
Ride the Wild Goat Sculpture Garden
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This sculpture garden has been created by local artists Andrew McPherson and Isabel Whyte as both a gift to the community and an outlet for their creative spirit. Enjoy a wander through this evocative and contemplative space right next to our famous rail trail. The Sculpture Garden will be the site of our festival fire event on the evening of Saturday 23 May – be sure to catch that one!
InterWoven
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Local artist Helen Sammonds, from The HandMakers Store, thinks any chain wire fence is a lost opportunity for art. She’s fixed that for us. It’s sooo much better now.
Sarah Saridis Exhibition @ Little Oberon
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Sarah’s inspiration comes from the rugged beauty in the bushy coastal landscape where she lives in Walkerville, South Gippsland. It’s a beauty that reflects strength, endurance and vulnerability – in the twisted branches shaped by coastal winds, the intricate micro worlds of shape and pattern in plants and the majestic, ancient rock formations. Light and colour is her language to express an inner space, deeply felt through an intuitive response to the landscape. Little Oberon is open 9am to 2pm every day of the festival (except 10am on Sundays for a tiny sleep in)
A Thing (or Two) for Tea by Cathy Hayward @ Pain Perdu
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Cathy’s solar-fired porcelain and stoneware can be found in some of Melbourne’s finest restaurants. Her teapots have gained recognition and awards for their elegance and faultless pouring. Pain Perdu is open each day of the festival – 9am – 4.30pm.
Alison Lester Gallery & Bookshop
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Alison Lester’s Gallery is one of the town’s year round draw cards. Nestled in the heart of Fish Creek – not far from where Alison was born – and in the middle of the landscape that inspired her classic books, including My Farm. What a perfect fit with our festival theme! Alison is a national treasure and her books are beloved by generations of kids from around the world. A visit to her gallery and bookshop is a must for all ages. Open everyday of the Festival.
The Tea Cosy Exhibition
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It’s what we are here for! Our multitude of spectacular tea cosies from our talented and imaginative creators. Come and be inspired by our competition entries and see who took out the prizes for 2026.
Art Cubes
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Visit our three Art Cubes (provided by South Gippsland Shire) in the Village Green to see who, how and why of (it’s no) drama Dreamweaver installation, Fish Creek’s farming and innovative history and our young members of the Fish Creek Primary School who have created the decorative bunting on display throughout the town. Altogether, it’s a talented town!
Tea Pot Exhibit @ Stefani Hilltop Gallery
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Wander up the hill above Fish Creek on Keanes Road and discover a wonderland of creativity. Bianca Biesuz-Stefani’s gallery is housed in an historic home amid an orchard and small vineyard. As a special festival treat Bianca has a diverse collection of teapots on display in her Gallery as well as her exceptional artworks.
Community Embroidery Project & Sit-n-Knit
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Feeling inspired by what you’re seeing and want some instant gratification by contributing to a communal work of art? We’ve got you covered. The Community Embroidery Project and the Sit-n-Knit sessions for you to leave a little something of yourself behind at Fishy. Take some time out from the exhibition and workshops by taking a stitch or two. We’ll treasure your visit as much as you will. All materials supplied.
Ride the Wild Goat Gallery & Workshop
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Permanent display of artworks Having spent over 35 years making things, largely in the solid timber furniture sector, Andy has built up phenomenal skills. He’s now turned those skills to making beautiful things. Andy’s gift is to see beauty where others may not and then, by presenting it in the right way, they can see it also. Sometimes that is as simple as lifting it from the ground and placing it on the wall. At other times it requires a great deal of manipulation. Knowing which to do is part of Andy’s creative magic. You will often find him in the workshop next to the gallery space creating the next piece. Closed Wednesday
Afternoon Teas at The Fishy Pub
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The iconic Fishy Pub has a selection of baked goods and tea available for when your enthusiasm is strong but your body needs sustenance. Pop in for afternoon tea and cake revivals between 2 – 5pm during the festival ! While you are there check out local artist, Caron Jenkins, whose paintings represent the beauty of the Gippsland and Fish Creek environments. This area provides a never ending inspiration for her art. The Fishy Pub is open 12pm – 1am daily for lunch and dinner (or a refreshing bevvie).
Japanese Tea Ceremony – with Dosen
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As part of our tea themed workshops and activities we’re delighted to have Dosen joining us at the Festival. Dosen is both a Zen Buddhist teacher and Tea Ceremony teacher and the Abbott of a temple in the Kanto region of Japan. He is flying in especially for our Festival. We are still pinching ourselves that he is joining us! Dosen will be explaining the connection between zen and tea, sharing a tea experience and holding a short guided seated meditation. Book quickly – this unique and wonderful opportunity will sell out! All proceeds from this session will go towards Dosen’s temple in Japan. Buy tickets here
Linocut Workshops with Aileen Brown
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Aileen Brown, linocut artist, is a recognised Melbourne print maker on the Australian national scene with many solo exhibitions since 1986 and some bookillustrations. Her works are found in many print collections such as Bendigo Regional Gallery, State Libraries of Queensland, Victoria and New South Wales,Museum of Melbourne, Deakin and Melbourne University, and National Library of Australia. Aileen has been a prolific printmaker since the 1980s. Aileen brings her exceptional skills to the Festival for this special workshop. Each participant will print an edition of 10 linocuts – using the reduction method with two or three colours.All materials provided. Buy tickets here
Tea Ceremony – Garden Tisanes
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Amongst our market stalls and other tea ceremonies we will feature a variety of herbs grown by local gardeners for you to enjoy during the Tea Cosy festival. Come and meet local gardeners and passionate composters and sample some herbal tea and get inspired to look at your own herbal garden opportuni-tea. No tickets required
Tea Ceremony – Billy Tea
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On the smoking remains of our teapot lantern we present billy tea! Everyone’s memories of camping out features the extra delicious taste of billy tea. Join us to evoke those precious moments and wonder why you don’t get out and swing a billy more often. No bookings required.
Fishy Festival Market Stalls presented by Bendigo Bank
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This year we’re offering smaller selections of market stalls across multiple weekend days. It’s a makers market – with local artisans, producers and crafts people. We’ll also have a bit of entertainment for you to get into a groove while you graze. Come and marvel at the depth and breadth of our creative types! Sponsored by the Bendigo Bank – Toora & Foster
Craft Stall @ The Hall
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This one is a surprise – to all of us!
Bushtukka Tea Brews – Cassie Fisher Patterson
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Explore the benefits of native edible and medicinal plants with our medicinal bushtukka brews. Learn to grow and harvest with seasons and the benefits of the infused leaves for wellbeing, participants will learn about each plant and decide what brew they would want to make and enjoy with demonstration and presentation on numerous varieties. Cassie Fisher Patterson is a Djaara (Dja Dja Wurrung) artist, jeweller and fashion designer, master weaver bushtukka woman and cultural educator. She is WILD BLAK and ARTS will inspire and unite. Fees from this workshop go to Cassie’s wildlife rehabilitation project, building aviaries, feeding and medical aid for animals and birds, planting native flora for environmental conservation for future generations of animals and people. Cassie will also be presenting a Weaving Native Grass Tea Coasters workshop on Saturday 23 – catch them both! Buy tickets here
Raffle Draw
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We’ve got some generous local businesses onboard to help make your Festival that extra bit special – buy up big on our raffle tix – they are a bargain! $2 a ticket or 3 for $5. For that small outlay you have the chance to indulge in all that makes South Gippy great! The views, the bevvys, the produce, the adventure… get on it! Thanks to our sponsors! 1st Prize: Gurneys Cidery – Tour & Underground Tour & Tasting $289 2nd Prize: Snowgum Travel & Adventurewear – V’TEC Jacket $229.95 3rd Prize: Prom Meats – A side of lamb $165 4th Prize: Wanderer Adventures – 2.5 Hhr Wilsons Prom Wilderness Cruise $165 5th Prize: Waratah Hills Vineyard – voucher value $100 6th Prize: Atticus Bookshop & Gallery – voucher value $100 7th Prize: Wildlife Coast Cruises – voucher value $100 8th Prize: Snowgum Travel & Adventurewear – Heysen 23 Litre Day Pack $99.95
Japanese Tea Ceremony – with Dosen
Today's Feature
This is so special! As part of our tea themed workshops and activities we’re delighted to have Dosen joining us at the Festival. Dosen is both a Zen Buddhist teacher and Tea Ceremony teacher and the Abbott of a temple in the Kanto region of Japan. He is flying in especially for our Festival. We are still pinching ourselves that he is joining us! Dosen will be explaining the connection between zen and tea, sharing a tea experience and holding a short guided seated meditation. Book quickly – this unique and wonderful opportunity will sell out! All proceeds from this session will go towards Dosen’s temple in Japan. Buy tickets here
Sunday Afternoon High Tea
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Buy tickets here The incredibly popular staple of the Tea Cosy Festival. This year presented by St Mary’s Anglican Church of Australia, Mirboo North. This isn’t about your hip new fusion cuisine—this is about your baked favourites presented with love and skill. Think of it as the edible version of the festival vibe! Get fancy and join us for plate upon plate of scrumptiousness. You won’t regret it.
Long John Pickling
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Trevor and Julie at Fish Creek’s very own Long John Pickles present a hands-on workshop learning to process a jar of Dill Pickles. There’ll be pickles tastings, general pickling information and at the end of the session you get to take home your very own jar of pickles! Beverages and Berrys Creek Gourmet Cheese tasting included. Yummo! Buy tickets here
