Category: What’s On Redlands For Lovers Of The Arts

Discover theatre, visual art, live music, chamber music, exhibitions and creative performances this weekend, with gallery displays, stage productions and cultural experiences taking place across the region.

Bloom by Neil Degney

8 June – 14 August 2026
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Explore Neil Degney’s exhibition showcasing contemporary artworks inspired by nature, colour and the changing seasons.

Babies and Toddlers: Textiles Exhibition

17 June – 30 September 2026
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Discover a textile exhibition celebrating creativity, craftsmanship and design through works created for young children and families.

Mountain No Mountain by Si Yi Shen

21 June – 25 August 2026
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Experience Si Yi Shen’s exhibition exploring landscape, memory and identity through contemporary artistic practice.

Drawing Animal: Works from the Redland Art Gallery Collection

21 June – 25 August 2026
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Browse works from the Redland Art Gallery Collection celebrating animals through a variety of artistic styles and mediums.

Hallelujah Gospel Choir

16 July – 17 September 2026
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Join the Hallelujah Gospel Choir program celebrating music, community and the joy of singing together.

Arterial

17 July 2026
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Experience an evening of contemporary performance showcasing local creative talent.

The Lady Pirates of Captain Bree

17 July 2026
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Enjoy a theatrical adventure featuring colourful characters, humour and family-friendly entertainment.

Live Music: The Awesome

17 July 2026
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The Awesome performs a live set featuring an energetic mix of popular music and audience favourites.

A Vicar of Dibley Christmas

17, 25 & 28 July 2026
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Enjoy a stage production inspired by the much-loved British comedy series in this festive theatrical performance.

Stradbroke Chamber Music Festival

17 – 19 July 2026
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Enjoy a weekend of chamber music performances featuring acclaimed musicians in a festival celebrating classical music.

Whether you’re interested in exhibitions, theatre, chamber music, live performances or creative arts, there’s plenty to experience throughout the weekend.

This weekend features art exhibitions, cultural displays, live music, artist-led experiences and creative events, showcasing contemporary art, local history and community talent.

Meg’s Macleay Secrets – Art Tours

1 June – 20 December 2026 | Meg’s Macleay Secrets, Macleay Island
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Artist Meg invites visitors on a guided tour through her home gallery and sculpture garden, sharing the stories, inspiration and creative process behind her artworks.

Bloom by Neil Degney

8 June – 14 August 2026 | RAG, The Mezz, Cleveland
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Neil Degney’s exhibition presents a vibrant collection of paintings inspired by Australian flora, celebrating colour, texture and the natural landscape.

Babies and Toddlers: Textiles Exhibition

17 June – 30 September 2026 | Redlands Coast Museum, Cleveland
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This exhibition explores the history of clothing and textiles for babies and toddlers, highlighting garments, craftsmanship and changing childhood traditions through objects from the museum collection.

Mountain No Mountain by Si Yi Shen

21 June – 25 August 2026 | Redland Art Gallery, Cleveland
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Contemporary artist Si Yi Shen explores ideas of identity, migration and belonging through immersive installations and mixed-media artworks.

Drawing Animals: Works from the Redland Art Gallery Collection

21 June – 25 August 2026 | Redland Art Gallery, Cleveland
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Featuring works from the Redland Art Gallery Collection, the exhibition examines how artists have interpreted animals through a variety of artistic styles and media.

NAIDOC 2026 Exhibition: Fifty Years of Deadly

5 – 12 July 2026 | Redlands Coast Museum, Cleveland
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Presented during NAIDOC Week, the exhibition celebrates 50 years of NAIDOC through displays recognising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture and achievement.

Global Fair Business & Art Expo 2026

11 July 2026 | The Alexandra Hills Hotel, Alexandra Hills
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The expo brings together artists, creative businesses and exhibitors, showcasing artwork, products, networking opportunities and community engagement.

Sax & Strings by Maddie Collins

11 July 2026 | Little Ship Club, Dunwich
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Musician Maddie Collins performs a live repertoire combining saxophone and string instruments in an intimate concert setting.

This weekend’s arts program features exhibitions, cultural showcases, artist-led experiences, live music and creative events celebrating visual arts, local history and community culture across the Redlands.

Looking for cultural experiences this weekend? Explore art exhibitions, gallery collections, theatre, live music, creative workshops and guided art tours taking place across galleries and cultural venues.

Meg’s Macleay Secrets – Art Tours

1 June – 20 December 2026 | Meg’s Macleay Secrets, Macleay Island
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Meg’s Macleay Secrets offers guided art tours showcasing local artworks, creative spaces and the cultural heritage of Macleay Island.

Bloom by Neil Degney

8 June – 14 August 2026 | RAG, The Mezz, Cleveland
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Bloom by Neil Degney presents a contemporary exhibition exploring colour, form and the natural environment.

Babies and Toddlers: Textiles Exhibition

17 June – 30 September 2026 | Redlands Coast Museum, Cleveland
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This exhibition showcases textiles, clothing and objects highlighting the lives of babies and toddlers through history.

Mountain No Mountain by Si Yi Shen

21 June – 25 August 2026 | Redland Art Gallery, Cleveland
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Mountain No Mountain features contemporary works by Si Yi Shen exploring landscape, memory and place.

Drawing Animal: Works from the Redland Art Gallery Collection

21 June – 25 August 2026 | Redland Art Gallery, Cleveland
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Drawing Animal brings together works from the Redland Art Gallery Collection that explore animals through a variety of artistic styles and mediums.

Tones & Tides

27 June – 4 July 2026 | Russell Island Recreation Hall, Russell Island / Dunwich Community Hall, North Stradbroke Island / Coochiemudlo Island Community Hall, Coochiemudlo Island / Macleay Island Community Hall, Macleay Island / Point Lookout Community Hall, North Stradbroke Island
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Tones & Tides is a multi-venue arts program celebrating creativity and community across the Southern Moreton Bay Islands.

Betty, Booff and Joan

3 July 2026 | RPAC – Studio, Cleveland
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Betty, Booff and Joan is a live theatre performance presented at RPAC Studio.

Redland City Bands – Latin Extravaganza

4 July 2026 | RPAC – Studio, Cleveland
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Redland City Bands perform a program inspired by Latin music in this live concert.

Introduction to Making Miniatures – Miniature Books

4 July 2026 | Village Creative Studio, Wellington Point
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Learn techniques for creating miniature books in this hands-on creative workshop.

NAIDOC 2026 Exhibition: Fifty Years of Deadly

5 – 12 July 2026 | Redlands Coast Museum, Cleveland
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NAIDOC 2026 Exhibition: Fifty Years of Deadly explores the history, achievements and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through a curated exhibition.

This weekend features exhibitions, gallery collections, theatre, live music, creative workshops and guided art experiences across a range of cultural venues.

Art lovers looking for things to do this weekend can explore a diverse mix of exhibitions, gallery showcases, touring art experiences and live creative events across the Redlands. From contemporary works and collection displays to multi-venue installations and evening jazz, there’s a strong cultural program running across galleries and community spaces.

Earth, Sea and Sky – Art Exhibition by Philip Farley

12 May – 28 June 2026 | Straddievarious Gallery, Cleveland
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A landscape-inspired exhibition exploring natural elements through painting and mixed media works.

Whisper in the Woods Exhibition

24 May – 28 June 2026 | Redland Coast Art Society, Capalaba
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An exhibition featuring nature-inspired artworks from local artists, focusing on forest and coastal themes.

Meg’s Macleay Secrets – Art Tours

1 June – 20 December 2026 | Meg’s Macleay Secrets, Macleay Island
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A guided island art tour experience showcasing local creative stories and cultural perspectives across Macleay Island.

Colour Me Quirky

4 – 28 June 2026 | Old SchoolHouse Gallery, Cleveland
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A mixed contemporary exhibition featuring expressive and playful works from a range of artists.

Bloom by Neil Degney

8 June – 14 August 2026 | RAG, The Mezz, Cleveland
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A contemporary floral-themed exhibition exploring growth and natural form through mixed media artworks.

Mountain No Mountain by Si Yi Shen

21 June – 25 August 2026 | Redland Art Gallery, Cleveland
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A conceptual contemporary exhibition exploring abstract landscape interpretations.

Drawing Animal: Works from the Redland Art Gallery Collection

21 June – 25 August 2026 | Redland Art Gallery, Cleveland
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A curated collection exhibition featuring animal-themed works from the gallery’s permanent collection.

Music of the Night

26 June 2026 | RPAC Concert Hall, Cleveland
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An evening performance blending live music with atmospheric stage presentation.

Jazz Night

26 June 2026 | Heart Of Europe, Ormiston
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A live jazz performance in an intimate venue featuring contemporary and classic jazz influences.

Tones & Tides

27 June – 4 July 2026 | Russell Island Recreation Hall, Russell Island / Dunwich Community Hall, North Stradbroke Island / Coochiemudlo Island Community Hall, Coochiemudlo Island / Macleay Island Community Hall, Macleay Island / Point Lookout Community Hall, North Stradbroke Island
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A travelling multi-venue exhibition presented across island community halls, showcasing coastal-inspired works.

From long-running exhibitions and island art tours to evening jazz and live performance-based art, there’s a strong cultural program for art lovers this weekend across the Redlands.

This weekend includes art exhibitions, gallery experiences, live music performances and cultural events, featuring local artists, touring exhibitions, visual arts showcases and creative experiences across the region.

Earth, Sea and Sky: Art Exhibition by Philip Farley

12 May – 28 June 2026 | Straddievarious Gallery, Cleveland
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This exhibition showcases works by Philip Farley inspired by natural landscapes and environments.

Meg’s Macleay Secrets – Art Tours

1 June – 20 December 2026 | Meg’s Macleay Secrets, Macleay Island
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These guided art tours explore creative spaces and artworks across Macleay Island.

Colour Me Quirky

4 – 28 June 2026 | Old SchoolHouse Gallery, Cleveland
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This exhibition presents a collection of artworks celebrating creativity, colour and individual expression.

Bloom by Neil Degney

8 June – 14 August 2026 | RAG, The Mezz, Cleveland
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Neil Degney’s exhibition explores artistic themes through a collection of contemporary works.

Karin Schaupp and Andrew Veivers

19 June 2026 | RPAC – Studio, Cleveland
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Acclaimed musicians Karin Schaupp and Andrew Veivers perform live in an intimate concert setting.

‘Music’ Art Exhibition – June 2026

20 June 2026 | Redland Yurara Art Society Studio and Gallery, Thornlands
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This exhibition explores music as a creative theme through works by local artists.

Mountain No Mountain by Si Yi Shen

21 June – 25 August 2026 | Redland Art Gallery, Cleveland
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This exhibition presents works by Si Yi Shen as part of Redland Art Gallery’s exhibition program.

Drawing Animal: Works from the Redland Art Gallery Collection

21 June – 25 August 2026 | Redland Art Gallery, Cleveland
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Drawn from the gallery collection, this exhibition explores animal subjects through a variety of artistic approaches.

From gallery exhibitions and art tours to live music and creative showcases, the weekend features a diverse range of arts and cultural experiences across the region.

Looking for theatre, visual arts and creative performances this weekend? From long-running art exhibitions and theatre productions to jazz performances, workshops and literary storytelling, there are a range of cultural events happening this weekend for art and performance lovers.

Earth, Sea and Sky Art Exhibition by Philip Farley

12 May – 28 June 2026 | Straddievarious Gallery, Cleveland
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This visual art exhibition showcases works by Philip Farley, exploring landscapes and natural themes through artistic interpretation.

Meg’s Macleay Secrets – Art Tours

1 June – 20 December 2026 | Meg’s Macleay Secrets, Macleay Island
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An ongoing art tour experience offering guided exploration of creative spaces and local artistic expression on Macleay Island.

Colour Me Quirky

4 – 28 June 2026 | Old SchoolHouse Gallery, Cleveland
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A gallery exhibition showcasing creative and expressive works in a community arts setting.

Bloom by Neil Degney

8 June – 14 August 2026 | RAG, The Mezz, Cleveland
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A contemporary exhibition featuring works by Neil Degney presented in a gallery environment.

Vicki Salisbury Jazz Trio

12 June 2026 | Heart of Europe, Ormiston
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The Vicki Salisbury Jazz Trio performs live, presenting a jazz music experience in an intimate venue setting.

The Last Princess of Lebanon by Nadia Milford

12 June 2026 | Redland Performing Arts Centre (RPAC), Cleveland
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A live performance event featuring The Last Princess of Lebanon by Nadia Milford in a theatre setting.

Theatre Redlands – Play Reading: The Shoe-Horn Sonata

13 June 2026 | RPAC Events Hall – Redland Performing Arts Centre (RPAC), Cleveland
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A staged play reading of The Shoe-Horn Sonata, presented by Theatre Redlands.

Newsies Jr.

13 – 14 June 2026 | Launchpad Theatre, ROCKIT Productions, Capalaba
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A junior theatre production featuring young performers in a staged musical presentation.

Furniture Painting Workshop

14 June 2026 | Beautiful Cre8tions, Cleveland
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A hands-on creative workshop focused on furniture painting techniques and decorative finishes.

From gallery exhibitions and theatre productions to jazz performances and creative workshops, there are a variety of cultural experiences happening this weekend for art lovers and creative audiences.

This weekend features theatre productions, live music performances, exhibitions, author talks and creative workshops, alongside community arts programs and classical performances.

Philip Farley Earth, Sea and Sky Exhibition

12 May – 28 June 2026 | Straddievarious Gallery, Cleveland
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An exhibition showcasing works inspired by landscapes, coastal environments and natural scenery.

Quartet

22 May – 6 June 2026 | Birkdale School of Arts Hall, Birkdale
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A theatre production running across multiple performances, bringing stage storytelling to local audiences.

Recycle, Repurpose, Reuse Competition and Exhibition

22 May – 21 June 2026 | Russell Island Community Hall, Russell Island
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A community exhibition celebrating creative reuse, sustainability and repurposed artworks.

Treasure Island

3 – 6 June 2026 | Redlands College, Wellington Point
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A stage production of Treasure Island presented across multiple performances during the week.

Colour Me Quirky – June Exhibition

4 – 28 June 2026 | Old SchoolHouse Gallery, Cleveland
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A gallery exhibition showcasing creative and eclectic artworks as part of the June program.

Toxicity

5 June 2026 | RPAC – Studio, Cleveland
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A live performance presented at RPAC Studio as part of the weekend arts program.

Redland Sinfonia – Beautiful Beethoven

6 June 2026 | RPAC Concert Hall, Cleveland
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A live orchestral performance celebrating the music of Beethoven through a concert presentation.

Generations and Jazz

6 June 2026 | RPAC – Studio, Cleveland
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A live performance bringing together jazz-inspired music and intergenerational artistic collaboration.

Beaded Mosaic Pendant Workshop

6 June 2026 | Village Creative Studio, Wellington Point
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A creative workshop where participants can design and make beaded mosaic pendants.

Author Talk: Sita Walker

6 June 2026 | Victoria Point Library, Victoria Point
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An author talk featuring Sita Walker discussing writing, storytelling and literary topics.

Across the weekend, theatre, exhibitions, workshops and live performances offer a mix of visual arts, music and creative experiences, alongside community arts programs and cultural events.

If you are looking for art exhibitions, theatre, artist talks and creative experiences this weekend, there is a mix of gallery displays, museum exhibitions, workshops, theatre productions and artist-led events taking place across the region.

Napery Over the Years: Textiles Exhibition

18 February – 31 May 2026 | Redlands Coast Museum, Cleveland
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A museum exhibition exploring the history and evolution of textiles and table linens through curated displays and historical artefacts.

Our Forging History

18 April – 31 May 2026 | Redlands Coast Museum, Cleveland
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A historical exhibition exploring local industrial and forging history through museum collections and interpretive displays.

Meg’s Macleay Secrets – Art Tours

15 May – 20 December 2026 | Meg’s Macleay Secrets, Macleay Island
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An ongoing art tour experience showcasing local creativity, island stories and artistic spaces through guided exploration.

Quartet

22 May – 6 June 2026 | Birkdale School of Arts Hall, Birkdale
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A theatre production presented at Birkdale School of Arts Hall featuring a staged dramatic performance.

Seussical Jr

24 – 31 May 2026 | Launchpad Theatre, ROCKIT Productions, Capalaba
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A junior musical theatre production based on characters and stories inspired by Dr Seuss, performed by emerging young performers.

Whisper in the Woods Exhibition

24 May – 28 June 2026 | Redland Coast Art Society, Capalaba
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An exhibition presenting creative interpretations inspired by woodland themes and natural environments.

Author Talk: Frances Whiting

29 May 2026 | Victoria Point Library, Victoria Point
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An author event featuring writer Frances Whiting discussing her work, writing process and published stories.

‘Open’ Art Exhibition

30 May 2026 | Redland Yurara Art Society Studio and Gallery, Thornlands
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An exhibition showcasing artworks from participating artists across a variety of styles and mediums.

The Big and the Beautiful: A Weekend MasterClass of Throwing Big and Surface Decoration

30 – 31 May 2026 | Carys Martin Ceramics, Cleveland
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A ceramics masterclass focused on large-scale wheel throwing and decorative surface techniques.

Artist in Conversation: Dean Bingkin Tyson

31 May 2026 | Redland Art Gallery, Cleveland
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An artist talk featuring Dean Bingkin Tyson discussing creative practice, artistic influences and current work.

This weekend’s arts and cultural program includes exhibitions, theatre, artist talks and creative workshops, offering a range of gallery, literary and hands-on experiences across the region.

Art exhibitions, creative workshops and cultural experiences are featured across galleries, museums and studios, with exhibitions exploring local history, contemporary art and textile displays alongside hands-on creative sessions.

Napery Over the Years: Textiles Exhibition

18 February – 31 May 2026 | Redlands Coast Museum, Cleveland
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An exhibition exploring textiles and table linen through changing styles and historical displays.

Create Exchange: Painted Up – Dean Biŋkin Tyson

7 April – 9 June 2026 | RAG, The Mezz, Cleveland
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A contemporary exhibition showcasing works by Dean Biŋkin Tyson as part of the Create Exchange program.

Our Forging History

18 April – 31 May 2026 | Redlands Coast Museum, Cleveland
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An exhibition exploring local blacksmithing history and industrial heritage.

Meg’s Macleay Secrets – Art Tours

15 May – 20 December 2026 | Meg’s Macleay Secrets, Macleay Island
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A guided art-focused experience exploring local stories, places and creative connections on Macleay Island.

Gelli Print Workshop

23 May 2026 | Redland Coast Art Society, Capalaba
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A hands-on workshop introducing gelli printmaking techniques and experimental mark-making.

Whisper in the Woods Exhibition

24 May 2026 | Carys Martin Ceramics, Cleveland
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A creative workshop focused on designing and making decorative fused glass sun catchers.

Whisper in the Woods Exhibition

24 May – 28 June 2026 | Redland Coast Art Society, Capalaba
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An exhibition featuring artworks inspired by woodland themes and the natural environment.

The Redlands features a mix of exhibitions, creative workshops and cultural experiences, including textile displays, contemporary art and hands-on sessions across galleries, museums and studios.