Inner West Creative Weekend

Overview

If you've always been curious to peek behind the curtain in art studios, now is your chance. Artists are opening their doors for a celebration of creativity and community with the Inner West Creative Weekend with the return of Creative Trails Midjuburi on November 2–3 from 11am–4pm and 2044 Street Takeover on Sunday, November 3 from 12–6pm.

Creative Trails Midjuburi, Erth Workshop Tours

Creative Trails Midjuburi

This free two-day festival will take place on Saturday, November 2 and Sunday, November 3, from 11 am to 4 pm at 40 artist studios, independent galleries, and artist-run initiatives.

Meet local artists and makers, see works in progress, watch art demonstrations, participate in workshops and join artist talks. You can even buy art created by talented local artists at studio prices at locations in Sydenham, Tempe, St Peters, Marrickville and Dulwich Hill. Studios getting involved include Airspace Projects, Clay Cartel, Erth, Monster Mouse Studios, Scratch Art Space, Mothership Studios, Studio ARTES, and Tortuga Studios.

Attendees can follow the self-guided map — all studios are pinned on the Creative Trails Google Map. — or book a tour on a bespoke bus or with expert local guides.

Some highlights among the workshops (many free) include porcelain cup glazing at Monster Mouse Studios and upcycled fashion at Mothership. Check out demonstrations where artists will candidly share their creative processes, including shibori dying to screen-printing and puppetry mastering. For a full list of all the happenings, check out the website.

2044 Street Takeover, credit Jodie Barker

2044 Street Takeover

On Sunday, November 3, from 12–6pm, the streets of St Peters will come alive for the 2044 Street Takeover, a one-day celebration of the Inner West's unique creative energy. Set against the industrial backdrop of May Street and May Lane, this free street party invites locals to enjoy a lineup of live music, roving performances, craft workshops and outdoor dining. Expect performances from homegrown talent like Lady Lyon, CINTA, and school bands from Tempe High and Public School, plus the odd surprise — like a wandering, very lost and confused clown.

It's not just a party — 2044 Street Takeover is a community-driven celebration, with hands-on workshops ranging from photo developing with Darkroom Social to urban-inspired art-making with Echoes of the City. Sydney Trapeze School will bring the aerial thrills, while local food vendors serve up delicious eats.

Funded by Transport for NSW's Open Streets program, this event transforms local streets into vibrant hubs of creativity and culture. So mark your calendar and join the Inner West's finest for a street festival unlike any other.

Creative Trails Midjuburi is taking place across the Inner West at select studios, independent galleries and artist-run initiatives on November 2–3 from 11am until 4pm. Find out more information — including a map of the locations — about this free event on the website.

2044 Street Takeover is happening on Sunday, November 3, from 12–6pm. Find out more information on the website.