Port Pirie Regional Council, Media Release, 29 July 2024
Port Pirie Regional Council is thrilled to announce that Port Pirie SALA Winter Festival 2024 is coming together beautifully, thanks to our generous sponsors. More sponsors will be joining us soon, enhancing the event for everyone across the community and beyond.
The event promises an extraordinary celebration of arts and community spirit. Scheduled for Saturday 3 August 2024 at Memorial Park from 10am to 10pm, this year’s event will be a highlight on the regional cultural calendar.
Memorial Park will transform into a vibrant hub of creativity and entertainment, featuring a diverse array of activities and performances for all ages.
Highlight attractions:
Illuminate Adelaide interactive Sound and Light Installation: Thanks to funding secured from Festivals Australia, Port Pirie Regional Council will host an interactive light and sound sculpture titled “Proximity State” by Miles Dunne. Developed through the Illuminate Adelaide Graduate Pathway Program, this inclusive interactive installation promises to captivate and engage attendees of all abilities.
Live music line-up:
Stage manager John Simpson from Outback PA returns to oversee a stellar line-up of musical acts, including:
- Amber Lawrence, six-time Golden Guitar winner and acclaimed Australian singer/songwriter.
- Scott Rathman Jnr, Indigenous country/rock artist.
- Jasmine Kimber, known for her popular pub covers.
- Caitlin Drew, a rising star in the country music scene with her band.
Additional performances and activities:
- Animals Anonymous: Wildlife demonstrations featuring friendly Australian animals.
- Wildhouse Circus: Circus performances, workshops, and roving entertainment by Felicia Lannan.
- Tom Weil: Award-winning magician and mind reader, offering magic shows and mind-bending performances.
- Flux Entertainment: Queensland pyrotechnics show for a dazzling nighttime spectacle.
- Local Belly Dancing,
- Nylon Zoo, Face Painting, Carnival Rides, Food and Market stalls and much more.
- Mother’s space, quiet space, and soft play space for the little ones.
SALA art tent:
Local and regional artists including Judy Crosby, Marika Davies, Georgia Northcott and Kylie Coomblas will showcase bead making, weaving, children’s art activities and neon painting sessions under black light. Art Groups from local Baptist Church and ARTS Now Here Group from Warnertown will also take part.
“We are thrilled to bring such a dynamic mix of arts and entertainment to Port Pirie,” said Port Pirie Mayor Leon Stephens.
“The SALA Winter Festival is a testament to our community’s creativity and vitality, and we invite everyone to join us for a day of inspiration and enjoyment.”
Come and join us for the day and night of activities and warm up by one of the fire pits in the evening, while enjoying some local cuisine from our many stallholders.
Stay tuned for more updates, sponsors, and program details!
For more information:
For event updates, artist profiles, and program details visit: Port Pirie SALA Winter Festival | Port Pirie Regional Council
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