Tuesday 15 September 2026 | 08:00 AM
10 days of sculpture on the beach! SWELL Sculpture Festival is for everyone! Come and see for yourself! Over 80 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 24th 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. This September 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, guided 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!
Skip the parking hassle – use public transport, walking or cycling. Plan your trip with Translink's journey planner.
If you drive, parking may be limited. Use the EasyPark app to start, stop or extend metered parking from your phone. And remember, parking regulations still apply during events. For more information visit the City of Gold Coast's Parking page.
Sculpture: The Visitor by John Vanderkolk, Mark George & Jeremy Sheehan
Sculpture: Dandelion Series by Al Phemister
Indigenous legend Luther Cora with Totem by Ivan Lovatt at SWELL Sculpture Festival 2019
Sculpture: A Day At The Beach by Charlie Trivers
A 'Rant' by Christopher Trotter
Sculpture: SHIFA by Clayton Blake
Swamp Hens by Brian Bertrum at SWELL 2020 Currumbin Beach, Gold Coast, Queensland
Prickles the Unhuggable Bear by Dion Parker and Andrew Cullen, QLD, at SWELL 2019, Currumbin Beach.
Sculpture: Storm's Hearald by Chainsaw Newton
Village Bike_Look Bike SWELL 2021
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Currumbin Beach to Flat Rock, Tugun, Pacific Parade, Currumbin, 4223, View Map
Pacific Parade , Currumbin 4223