Central Coast Music & Arts is thrilled to announce its partnership with Central Coast Council to present a brand new, 10-day festival in the heart of Gosford and surrounding areas on Darkinjung Land.
TUBULAR is set to take place from the 16th – 26th November 2023 and will activate the Gosford CBD and surrounding areas. Inspired by sound, art, food, light, connection and community, TUBULAR aims to celebrate the creativity and cultural identities of The Central Coast. The festival endeavours to become an annual highlight in the Coast’s events calendar, fostering community engagement and promoting tourism.
Presented by Central Coast Music & Arts, a not-for-profit organisation that aims to develop the coast’s contemporary music & arts scene, the festival will unite local community groups to enhance their own businesses whilst also bringing new and interesting ideas to the Coast. This collaborative effort promises to bring an exceptional and immersive experience to the local community and visitors alike.
The festival has engaged critically acclaimed, multi award-winning and former Springfield based Artist Ngaiire, alongside her longtime Manager, award-winning sound designer and Central Coast expat Ben Pierpont as Artistic Directors to assist in curating a dynamic lineup of key marquee events while activating new and exciting spaces suitable for all ages and interests. Attendees can expect live music performances by renowned artists & local bands, pop-up art exhibitions plus interactive and educational workshops that inspire creativity and innovation. In addition to entertainment and arts, the festival will prioritise sustainability and environmental responsibility throughout all the offerings.
Ben Pierpont, Greg Carey (Central Coast Music & Arts) , Ngaiire, Glenn Cannard (Central Coast Council)
“The Central Coast was the first place I’ve really felt at home for a long time and home has always been a complicated thing for someone like me who has moved around a lot. I owe that to the incredible community we found living up there. There’s a willingness to connect and build things together whether it’s friendships or projects and you don’t find that too much in the city. This festival has the potential to not only showcase this through its many artistic offerings but also why the Central Coast should be reckoned with” says Ngaiire.
“Having worked all over the world from Istanbul to New York to Sydney in order to pursue a life in the arts, I jumped at the opportunity to be a part of bringing an event like this back to my home turf. This 2023 program is an appetiser of our long term plans and future of highlighting the Central Coast as a leading destination for the arts.” Adds Ben.
Council Administrator, Rik Hart says Central Coast Council is committed to providing support and opportunity to Central Coast organisations who create and deliver events; “Tubular Music and Arts Festival in Gosford CBD will continue to deliver on the positive outcomes of the inaugural Central Coast Music Festival held in September 2022”. Mr Hart said.
TUBULAR is seeking expressions of interest for performers, artists, workshop operators and vendors to engage and participate in the event. If you’re interested in getting involved, please fill out our EOI form by no later than Friday, 31 August 2023.
Stay tuned for the official lineup and schedule, which will be released in the coming weeks
For media inquiries, sponsorship opportunities, or to get involved please contact:
Media | jessie@lunarcreative.com.au
Sponsorship | sponsorships@tubularfestival.com
Get involved | programming@tubularfestival.com + fill out our EOI form HERE
Contact us | hello@tubularfestival.com | www.tubularfestival.com
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