Arts and Culture Program information session

Next date: Monday, 15 June 2026 | 06:30 PM to 08:00 PM

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The Delvenes performing at launch event for Chillin’ in Banyule 2023.

Learn about our arts and culture program, the team that delivers these events, the art spaces at the Ivanhoe Library and Cultural Hub and the opportunities for you to be part of the programming.

Information sessions

It’s that time of year again! Are you Banyule-based artist, maker, creative, musician, performer, dancer or writer?

Do you want to know more about the Banyule Arts & Culture Program, or would like to be a part of it for 2027-2028?

Then come along to an information session, and find out about what we do, and how we can support you as a Banyule-based artist. Attendance at an information session is mandatory for anyone who wants to apply to the program.

If you have previously attended an information session, you do not need to attend again, but please email us if you would like an application form for 2027-2028.

Important dates

  • June to July 2026: information sessions and applications open
  • August to September 2026: Arts & Culture team assess all applications
  • October 2026: applicants are contacted with an outcome
  • December 2026: 2027 program finalised
  • September 2027: 2028 program reviewed and allocated
  • December 2027: 2028 program finalised

Join us

This is an annual process open to all artists and makers living or operating in Banyule.

Please join us:

  • if you are an artist, performer, musician, maker, creative, writer or a creative/cultural community group
  • if you live or your group operates in Banyule
  • if you have an idea for an artistic program, be it part of a festival, a stand alone event, public art or at Ivanhoe Library & Cultural Hub
  • if you have a programming idea, project or want to do an arts or cultural activity at Ivanhoe Library & Cultural Hub
  • if you want to work with us and be part of our program, not just hire a space to do your own thing (sessions are not about venue hire).

Benefits

  • We will introduce you to the various programs and spaces that you can apply to.
  • We want to share our vision and programming ethos with you.
  • We want to work with our local creative community and support you.
  • We want to meet you, and hear your ideas.

Remember, only those who attend an information session will be able to apply.

When

  • Monday, 15 June 2026 | 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
  • Saturday, 27 June 2026 | 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
  • Saturday, 04 July 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Tuesday, 14 July 2026 | 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM

Location

Parking is available at ILCH.

These sessions are all in-person. They are not just about presenting information, but for you to meet other artists and become part of our community.

Yarra-me Djila Theatrette @ Ivanhoe Library & Cultural Hub, 275 Upper Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe, 3079, View Map

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Cost

Free, bookings essential (sessions with fewer than 5 people will be cancelled)

Contact

Banyule Arts & Culture Program
arts@banyule.vic.gov.au

Accessibility

Ivanhoe Library and Cultural Hub has accessible parking, a drop-off zone at the front of the building, wheelchair access (everywhere except for the mezzanine), hearing loop system (only can be used with our internal PA systems), accessibility lifts, changing places and accessible hoist-equipped toilets.

Explore the venue specific details for Ivanhoe Library and Cultural Hub on Cérge, including:

  • visual story and sensory guide
  • accessibility guide
  • keyword sign boards and communication boards.

Getting there and away

Arrive via the Hurstbridge train line with a 5-minute walk from Ivanhoe Train Station. Bus routes 510, 546, 548 and 549 stop on Upper Heidelberg Road near or directly at the library.

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