Arts and culture

Engage in NSW creative industries

Information for artists, organisers and industry. Find funding, support, communities and more.

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Experience NSW arts, culture and heritage

Find museums, galleries and libraries around the state. Visit heritage places to discover our past and learn more about Aboriginal cultural heritage.

Explore NSW events

Find upcoming arts and culture events in NSW, including concerts, exhibitions and festivals.

NSW Youth Week

NSW Youth Week is an opportunity for young people across NSW to come together in their local communities.

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Get funding and support for arts and culture

Create NSW provides funding and support to artists, art practitioners and organisations across metro and regional NSW. Access grants, support and services.

First Nations NSW Artists and Organisations Hub

Showcasing some of the amazing Aboriginal arts, artists and organisations that make up the incredible culture here in NSW. 

Create NSW

Create NSW is the NSW Government’s arts and cultural driver, which brings together arts, screen and culture functions in an integrated entity.

Latest arts and culture updates

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Thirty NSW councils begin journey together to grow their night-time economies

The Night-Time Economy Accelerator for Councils just kicked off with a bootcamp in Sydney, with 30 councils from Metropolitan and Regional NSW participating.
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Vivid Sydney to light up Cockle Bay with 11 nights of drone shows

The Minns Labor Government is delivering Australia's most extensive drone show program as part of Vivid Sydney 2026, with the majority of activities free for friends and families to enjoy.
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In Our Backyard – Creative Experiences from Hearing Voices Peer Group

An exhibition sharing art works produced by members of the Wagga Hearing Voices Group has opened this week at Station Creative Workspace in Wagga Wagga. 
Ministerial media release

Powering up: Powerhouse Parramatta welcomes first object

Powerhouse Parramatta has received the first of an expected three thousand objects which will be on display when the museum opens its doors later this year.
Ministerial media release

More outdoor dining, rooftop bars and fun unlocked in NSW

The Minns Labor Government is removing more red tape in commonsense planning changes which will deliver more outdoor dining, rooftop bars and entertainment right across NSW.

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Next Steps - Professional Development FAQs

Find answers to questions about the Next Steps - Professional Development program.
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Connect with Create

Webinars and information sessions for the arts and cultural sector
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Regional Arts Touring FAQs

Find answers to questions about the Regional Arts Touring program.
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Creative Steps – New Work FAQs

Find answers to questions about the Creative Steps – New Work program.
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Cultural Access – Priority Area Projects FAQs

Find answers to questions about the Cultural Access – Priority Area Projects program.
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