This page is your go-to source for discovering the latest activities, initiatives, and opportunities that support and celebrate the vibrant arts and culture scene in our community. Whether you're an artist, performer, or simply an enthusiast, you'll find valuable information and ways to get involved.
Plus, we encourage you to share your thoughts and feedback to help shape the future of arts and culture in Ipswich. Join the conversation and be a part of our creative journey!
Celebrating its 26th year, the Ipswich Art Awards and Exhibition showcases outstanding artistic talent across multiple categories, culminating in the prestigious Best in Show award. Be part of the Awards Night on 7 November 2026 and experience the exhibition from 7–14 November 2026.
Supporting professional growth of local creatives, this program of workshops continues in 2026.
With each crafted to help Ipswich artists turn their creativity into a thriving career.
The Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) is a collaborative initiative between the Queensland Government, through Arts Queensland, and Ipswich City Council. RADF is dedicated to promoting the vital role of arts, culture, and heritage in fostering diverse, inclusive communities and strengthening regions.
The Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) is a collaborative initiative between the Queensland Government, through Arts Queensland, and Ipswich City Council. RADF is dedicated to promoting the vital role of arts, culture, and heritage in fostering diverse, inclusive communities and strengthening regions.
Ipswich Arts Advisory Group (IAAG) is a collective of volunteer community members who have a passion for the development and growth of the creative community in Ipswich.
Ipswich Art Workshop is a hub for creativity, collaboration, and studio space for artists to inspire and be inspired, providing community workshops and meet-ups for creatives and arts organisations.
Ipswich Civic Centre, Studio 188 and Fire Station 101 are launching two new programs in 2025 as part of their HATCHERY 4305 THE CREATIVE DEVELOPMENT INCUBATOR initiative and invites YOU to be a part of it!
Studio 188 is an intimate live music and professional development venue in the heart of the Ipswich Central. This space provides an opportunity for creative development, community connection and performance opportunities.
The 2026 theme “The Future Belongs to the Weird” celebrated the city’s vibrant and imaginative creative community. Presenters shared their industry insights, stories, and inspiration embracing bold, unconventional ideas.
Consultation closed - we are now reviewing your feedback.
Council invited artists, creative industry professionals, musicians, performers, creative organisations and members of the community to share feedback to help shape the future of arts and culture in Ipswich.
The Ipswich Art Awards celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2025, marking a major milestone in regional artistic excellence. As Ipswich’s leading visual arts event, the 2025 Awards showcased 410 submissions across 10 categories from both emerging and established artists.
Submissions have now closed.
Funding for five Ipswich delegates to attend BIGSOUND 2025 was made available through the Professional Development initiative under the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF).
Successful applicants have been appointed.
Council invited passionate and dedicated individuals to contribute to the growth of arts and culture in Ipswich through a variety of roles.
Successful applicants have been notified.
Council sought expressions of interest for public art commissions in four city locations. Submissions closed on 13 March 2025.
The Creators' Summit Ipswich returned in 2025, offering unparalleled opportunities for musicians, visual artists, performers, writers, and event organisers to connect, learn, and explore.
The Ipswich Art Awards is the foremost visual arts awards in the Ipswich region, celebrating both established and emerging artists.
The Creators of Ipswich Summit provided an opportunity for Arts and Culture professionals to meet and share their aspirations. With the Cultural Olympiad starting in 2028 and leading to the 2032 Games local artists learnt of all the opportunities that will become available.
Expression of interest have closed. Click here for more information on the Ipswich Community Gallery.
Ipswich Art Workshop is an accessible and welcoming multi-use, hands-on workspace, open to supporting a variety of arts-based initiatives.
Ipswich’s new creative vision is now live, shaping the future of culture and creativity across the city.
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acknowledges the Traditional Owners, the Jagera, Yuggera and Ugarapul People of
the Yugara/Yagara Language Group, as custodians of the land and waters we
share. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, as the keepers of
the traditions, customs, cultures and stories of proud peoples.
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