About the Bouddi Peninsula Arts Trail
Bouddi Peninsula Arts Trail October 3 and 4, 2026
The beautiful Bouddi Peninsula is home to some amazingly talented artists. The inspiration provided by the national park, bays and surf beaches, means many of our works reflect our stunning environment.
The Arts Trail began in the 1980's when local artists decided to open their studios to the public over the October long weekend. It began with handwritten maps and visitors hiking, bicycling or driving around looking for the red flags marking the open studios. While the event waxed and waned over the years it has seen a strong resurgence since 2020, with increasing participation and visitor numbers.
Starting from the simple idea of creating a community event where people could meet the artists, this informal personal approach remains the defining feature of the Arts Trail today. It is a fabulous way to discover the artistic richness in our community.
This October long weekend, we have 24 artists exhibiting across 19 open studios. Art studios are open from 9 am on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 October. Each studio will be marked with a red flag. Check out the trail map using the link below or the navigation menu.
Entry is free.
We look forward to meeting you and chatting about our work. Artwork is available to purchase.
Artists
A diverse group of local artists are opening their studios. Their work includes water colour, oil and acrylic painting, photography, ceramics, printmaking, multi-media and mixed media.
Artists, their work and their studio locations are detailed on the trail map and on the 'open studios' page of this website.
Additional images of each artist's work can be seen by clicking on the primary image.
Location
The Bouddi Peninsula is on the NSW Central Coast, just an hour and a half from Sydney CBD. It encompasses Wagstaffe, Pretty Beach, Hardy's Bay, Killcare and Killcare Heights.
Additional Activities
Bouddi Peninsula includes the Bouddi National Park, surf beaches and the bays of Brisbane Waters. Whether you like to swim, surf, sail, kayak, bushwalk, fish or just relax with a massage, a coffee, a meal or a glass of something cold - there is something here for everyone.
Make a weekend of it!
Art Studios
Open art studios have red flags outside so you know you are in the right place. The link to the Trail Map can be found on the 'Connect With Us' page
