SWELL Sculpture Festival

Friday 12 September 2025 | 08:00 AM

10 days of sculpture on the beach! SWELL Sculpture Festival is for everyone!  Come and see for yourself!

Over 60 large-scale sculptures along beautiful Currumbin Beach which is transformed into an outdoor sculpture park. Connecting people, art and place, SWELL transforms public spaces into family-friendly outdoor sculpture galleries!

The annual SWELL Sculpture Festival is celebrating its 22nd year as a free and all-inclusive 10-day outdoor sculpture exhibition by the people for the people. A celebration of narratives and stories spoken through the artworks produced by local, national and international artists. 

You are invited to immerse at your own level and pace with the sculptures set amongst the natural landscape. Delve deeper into the unique artistic elements programmed each year by attending artist talks, twilight walks, sculptural workshops and masterclasses.

SWELL connects with younger artists through the SWELL Kids Elements program.

SWELL Fringe Festival includes morning beach meditations, to live music, DJs, workshops, artist panels and more - there’s always something happening. Visit Pop-Up Exhibitions that complete the SWELL compass.

There is something for everyone at SWELL!

Getting there

Consider using public transport or active travel. Plan your trip with Translink's journey planner.

Parking may be limited. For metered parking, use the EasyPark app to start, end, and extend your parking direct from your phone to avoid fines. For more information visit City of Gold Coast's Parking page.

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