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Monthly free live music events for local Gippsland talent at West Gippsland Arts Centre from 15 December 2023
'Forecourt Fridays' at West Gippsland Arts Centre: monthly free music showcasing local talent. BYO items encouraged; on-site food, coffee, and bar available (no BYO alcohol).
The West Gippsland Arts Centre (WGAC) is excited to announce 'Forecourt Fridays,' a series of free live music events guaranteed to bring the good vibes. Kickstarting on Friday 15 December, the once-a-month events will feature a mix of local artists and musicians, showcasing the rich talent of Gippsland.
Council and WGAC prioritise safety. Indoor venue backup for inclement weather. Come to enjoy music, community, and fun Fridays!
Music gathering welcoming
Attendees are encouraged to bring their own food, chairs, or picnic blankets, but if you would prefer to skip the packing, Coffee Vibes will have you covered with coffee and burritos for sale on site, as well as licensed service from the WGAC foyer bar (no BYO alcohol permitted, alcohol consumption restricted to designated areas).
Mayor of Baw Baw Shire Cr Annemarie McCabe expressed her enthusiasm for the new music series. "We are thrilled to invite our community to these wonderful evenings of live music and social connection. Forecourt Fridays are a fantastic celebration of our local talent and a low-cost opportunity for our residents to enjoy the arts in a welcoming and accessible environment."
Concert schedule update
Visit West Gippsland Arts Centre (Forecourt), is a 'Free for all ages' concert located at 1 Civic Place, Warragul, at 6pm to 9pm, on:
Friday 15 December
- Act 1: IO
- Act 2: Tood Cook and the Rufus Whistlers
Friday 19 January
- Act 1: Meg Doherty
- Act 2: Harry Hook is Real
Friday 9 February
- Act 1: Jayne Neilson & Malcolm McCaffery
- Act 2: Ally Row
Friday 15 March
- Act 1: Queen of Hearts
- Act 2: Cheap Skate
Baw Baw Shire Council and the WGAC team are committed to ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved inside. Join us at the Arts Centre for a memorable series of Friday evenings filled with music, community spirit and fun.
For more information and updates follow WGAC on social media at:
Pictures from Baw Baw Shire Council website.
Source: http://gippsland.com/
Published by: news@gippsland.com
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