Media release – Junction Arts Festival, 2 July 2024
Junction Arts Festival Returns for Its 14th Year, Celebrating Tasmanian Art, Performance, and Music
Junction Arts Festival, one of Tasmania’s longest-standing arts festivals, is thrilled to announce its return for its 14th year. Scheduled to take place from 19-22 September 2024 in Launceston, this year’s festival promises to be an impressive celebration of Tasmanian art and culture.
With a new, invigorated team, Junction Arts Festival continues its strong legacy of supporting Tasmanian and Australian artists across diverse mediums. Board Chair, Rebecca Birrell, speaks to the new Junction Arts Festival Team “Our new team brings fresh energy and vision to Junction Arts Festival, while staying true to our core mission of championing Tasmanian and Australian artists. The Junction Arts Festival Team is poised to build on our festival’s rich history, creating innovative platforms for diverse artistic expressions. Their passion and expertise will undoubtedly elevate Junction to new heights, fostering creativity and cultural growth in our community.”
Marking the spring equinox, Junction Arts Festival breathes life into Launceston, ushering Tasmanians and visitors out of their winter hibernation. With a deep focus and passion for supporting Tasmanian artists, the festival has curated a diverse and inclusive program showcasing our state’s bountiful talent.
Elle MacLeman, Junction Arts Festival Programming and Development Manager, shared her enthusiasm for the upcoming festival, remarking “As we build upon the strong foundation of Junction Arts Festival, I’m delighted to say that this year’s program is shaping up to be fantastic. We’ve assembled a rich array of artistic offerings that we believe will resonate with our community, and we’re looking forward to announcing the full program soon.”
This year’s program features a remarkable weekend filled with immersive art, performance, and music, designed to create a memorable and engaging experience for all attendees. The official launch date for the full program is expected in the first week of August 2024.
Junction Arts Festival continues to build on its legacy of fostering a vibrant arts scene in Launceston. By offering a platform for artists to display their work and for the community to engage with the arts, the festival contributes significantly to the region’s cultural richness.
Mark your calendars for 19-22 September 2024, and join us in celebrating inspiring Tasmanian artists in the heart of Launceston. For more information and to stay updated on the festival program, visit www.junctionartsfestival.com.
