Opening Celebration
7pm, Friday 9 October 2026
Old Shire Offices, 60 Beverly Road, Heidelberg
You are invited to help celebrate the start of the 2026 Open Studios weekend in Banyule.
There will be performances, artists films, live music and food and drink to enjoy!
We are delighted to share that the weekend program will be officially opened by Banyule Mayor, Cr Alison Champion.
Kicking off the night, prepare to be enchanted by the exquisite melodies of gifted pianist Andrew Lake. Andrew brings a rich musical depth to the keys, setting the ultimate backdrop for opening night.
Then get ready to stomp your feet as the high-energy, award-winning duo Corn Nut Creek take the stage! Blending banjo, fiddle, and spellbinding vocal harmonies, this powerhouse act delivers a fusion of traditional Americana and bluegrass with a fresh, contemporary edge. Their catchy rhythms and lively storytelling will have you hooked from the very first note.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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Past Banyule Open Studio Events
BOS Group Exhibition
Loft 275 ILCH August, 2026
Thanks to everyone who joined us at the BOS Group Exhibition at Ivanhoe Library & Cultural Hub, Loft 275.
The exhibition was a wonderful display of diversity and professionalism of Banyule Artists. What a great way to get a taste of what you will see on the Banyule Open Studio’s weekend!
BOS 2025 Opening Celebration! We were spoilt with the incredible cool beats of jazz quartet Mob Rule! Mob Rule give a fresh edge to classic standards. With sharp improvisation and modern influences, they deliver music full of energy and creativity – familiar yet always surprising. Featuring special guest on the piano Mark Fitzgibbon. WOW!
Then we got our dance shoes on to experience the first and only all-women’s Mariachi band in Australia, The Queen of Hearts! Breaking barriers and empowering women, this extraordinary band blends Latin American and Australian talents, infusing the Mexican Mariachi tradition with a unique twist!