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8 November 2022 | Zema Estate

Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival - Thursday 18 - Sunday 21 May, 2023

The Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival is one for the diary. Celebrating Penola’s rich literary history, artists, live music, performing arts, film, kids activities and Coonawarra’s fine food and wine. This three day festival has been evolving since 1991.

The full program to the Arts Festival will be available in March 2023 - but please encourage friends and families to book accommodation now to avoid disappointment. 

In a nod to our fabulous 2023 logo design - the Festival is embracing all that is Green. Think recycling, upcycling, rejuvenation, environment, renewal, earth, leaves, lush... you get the picture.

Entries to the range of Competitions and Awards are now open - visit artsfestival.com.au for details.

  • John Shaw Neilson Acquisitive Art Prize 2023: $12,000
  • Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival Design Prize – 2023: $1,000
  • Catherine Martin Literary Award
  • Busker & Open Mic Registration

Join our Team: Cellar Door Manager + Casual Positions Are you passionate about wine and eager to share your enthusiasm with visitors? We're seeking dedicated and dynamic people to join our team in Coonawarra. Applications close Wednesday 19 February, 5pm

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