Whilst we wouldn’t normally consider a five-year-old’s party something to write about, we’ll make an exception for Dust Temple’s 5 Days of Dust. To honour five excellent years of fearless creativity and grit, Dust is hosting a five-day festival that incorporates live music, incredible art, fine food and maybe even a cold beverage or two.

Wednesday May 23 – Exhibition Opening and Cards Against Humanity
The party kicks off with the Spencer Shakespeare Exhibition Opening in the Dust Temple Gallery from 5:00–8:00 pm. Browse current works from the English born, Tallebudgera residing artist before moving outside to the new outdoor area, which is affectionately known as Bothy for a rousing game of Cards Against Humanity. Leave all possibility of being offended at the door and be prepared to play the cards you are dealt. There will be food and refreshments available and the game will run from 6:00–9:30 pm. Entry is free.

Thursday May 24 – Life Drawing
Life Drawing Sessions steps out of the gallery and onto the courtyard with an open invitation for all to attend. Featuring two models draped in white and the jazz two-piece Cowboy Spaziale, this night is set to intrigue your artistic eye. For those who have never had the opportunity to share in the experience that is Life Drawing Sessions, we welcome all artists and non-artists alike to participate or watch on as we perform one of the most traditional and historical art practices. Warm hearty food available. The session is from 6:30–9:00 pm and is $11 online or $12 at the door.

Friday May 25 – Karl S. Williams
Welcome the weekend with a little live music from Karl S. Williams and his musical mates. If you’re yet to experience a set from the blues soulman, you’re in for a real treat. Described as some kind of magic, his music pulls you in, washes over you and leaves a residue of beauty that seeps into your every molecule. Doors open at 6:30 pm and tickets are $15 online or $18 at the door.

Saturday May 26 – Open Studios, Music and Workshops
The studios at Dust Temple house artists, musicians and other creatives and here’s your chance to peek inside.

SOFA – Studio of Fine Art
Presents its latest group show Daje Vu, meet the artists and browse black and white art from eight talented artists.

Dusty Kids
Clay animal workshop with artist Dion Parker
Between 10:00 am and 1:00 pm. Tickets are $10 and all materials are provided.

Marloe Marloe
Design and Ceramic studio. Meet the creator behind the designs and the work. Seconds sale.

Gather
A unique store with a focus on the raw, botanical and locally sourced and Australian-made wares. In store, meet the makers behind the products. Make your own pinch pots in the botanical alleyway.

Buttery Studios
Buttery Studio is the design studio of Dan Jeanes. Specialising in creating rad stuff for rad people. Buttery will be sharing some of the illustration work they do and hopefully creative some live art and animation.

Prose
A space built by and for artists and musicians to practice and perfect their craft with an in-house audio engineer. The community of prose brings you a day of live improvised jams from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Natural Fiber and Sonic Weaving Workshop
Contemporary weaver Anaheke Mahua and Sonic weave Whaia are our July exhibiting artists. In anticipation of this they are offering a series of workshops leading up to the opening. Join them Saturday May 16 from 9:00 am to midday. Workshops by donation.

Saturday May 26 – The Seasonal Table
A beautifully curated menu from the hands of talented chef Monique Guterres from Seaweed. Her menu is ruled by the seasons, designed with creativity, liaised with local area farmers and made with the love of real food. Try our Dust Storm cocktail on arrival with matched canape. We will then be rolling out the dishes as a sit-down share feast along out long tables. Each course will be matched with wine. Entertainment from International touring DJ Jamie Porteous and special guest. Think food, music, fire and fine company. Tickets are $160 per person and can be purchased online.

Sunday May 27 – The Sunday Roast
Rolling into the afternoon we present The Sunday Roast with a performance from the unconventional South African Comedian Dusty Rich. A true original, his style is manic but impactful. Relax in the afternoon haze of Sunday while we roast a serious lamb spit. There will be beer, fire, meat and belly laughs aplenty. Is there a better way to end the weekend? The event is free to attend and Dusty Rich will be on from 4:00 pm.