Sculpture on the Farm Dungog
2025 Event Program
29–31 August 2025
Dungog Common, Dungog NSW
Join us for the fifth edition of Sculpture on the Farm as we transform Dungog Common into an open-air gallery showcasing the work of emerging and established Australian sculptors. Wander through curated outdoor and indoor exhibitions, take part in engaging artist talks and hands-on workshops, while enjoying local entertainment and refreshments.
Dungog Common Recreation Reserve dungogcommon.org
Friday 29 August, 9:00am-4:00pm
9.00am – Gates open
10.00am – Guided Tour of Indoor Works
11.30am – Guided Tour of Outdoor Works
1.00pm – Curator’s Tour: Inside the Selection Process
1.30pm – Guided Nature Walk with Allen Shrimpton
2.30pm – Talk with Sculptors
3.30pm – Guided Tour of Indoor Work
4.00pm – Exhibition closes, Dungog Common Gates close 4.30pm
Friday 30 August, 9:00am-4:00pm
9.00am – Exhibition Open
10am – 3pm – Blacksmithing with Will Maguire
10.00am – Guided Tour of Indoor Works
10.30am – Children’s Art Trail and Koala Sculpture Walk
11.30pm – Guided Tour of Outdoor Works
1.30pm – Basket Weaving Workshop?
1.30pm – Guided Nature Walk with Allen Shrimpton
2.30pm – Talk with Sculptors
2.30pm – Live Artist Demonstrations?
2.00pm – Music in the Common with Marimba – the Men’s Shed
3.00pm Guided Tour of Indoor Works
4.00pm Exhibition closes
Sunday 31 August,
9:00am-2:00pm
9:00am – Exhibition open
11:00am – Sculpture Walk & Morning Tea with the Artists
12:30pm – Collaborative Community Art Project
2:00pm – People’s Choice Announcement & Closing Remarks
2:00pm – Exhibition closes
How to Buy Tickets
Entry is $10 per adult, with free admission for children 18 and under.
While tickets will be available at the exhibition, we encourage you to purchase in advance to help us better plan for visitor numbers and ensure a smooth experience for everyone.
What to Expect
The exhibition hub, accessed from Common Road, will showcase indoor works in the Indoor Exhibition Marquee facing Common Road, while the garden and courtyard sculptures will be displayed in the Open Air Exhibition facing the Trail Head to the Dungog Common. The large and monumental sculptures will be displayed throughout the Sculpture Trail, interacting with the surrounding landscape.
Location: Dungog Common, 74 Common Road, Dungog NSW 2420.
Entry: $10 pp with children 18 years and under FREE.
Parking: Free on-site with shuttle looping around the Common.
Food & Drink: Food & Refreshments provided by local food vendors.
Accessibility: Dungog Common has limited wheelchair access, but visitors with reduced mobility can still enjoy the lower indoor and outdoor sculpture exhibitions on foot. The monumental sculpture trail can also be comfortably experienced via the shuttle bus, included with ticket entry
What Else is on?
VIP Gala Cocktail Opening Party
Sculpture rambles & Guided Artist Talks
Workshops
Places are limited for workshops and artist sessions - book early to secure your spot.
For answers to questions about visiting, tickets, accessibility, and more, please visit our FAQs page or email for enquiries.
Missed the main event? Monumental sculptures and our permanent collection will remain at Dungog Common for the entire month of September — and it’s all free to explore.
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