Byron Visitor Centre

The Vampires
2018-03-25 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | Byron Theatre, 69 Jonson St, Byron Bay, New South Wales, 2450, Australia
ARIA nominated world-roots-jazz quartet The Vampires bring their risk-taking improvisation, sophisticated compositions and an uncanny sense of dialogue. Featuring Nick Garbett and Jeremy Rose, also known as the horn section for The Strides, and bassist Alex Boneham, returning to Australia for his first tour since studying at the Monk Institute in Los Angeles with the likes of Herbie Hancock and Wayne Shorter.
The band has developed a style of its own that effortlessly combines influences from all corners of the world. The band collaborated with one of the jazz world’s most talked about guitarists, guitarist Lionel Loueke for their latest release The Vampires Meet Lionel Loueke, which has been internationally acclaimed, nominated for an ARIA Award and a finalist in the Australian Music Prize, alongside Paul Kelly, Jen Cloher and 6 others – the first instrumental jazz album to be shortlisted in the 13 years this award has been running.
Nick Garbett (trumpet), Jeremy Rose (saxophones), Alex Boneham (double bass), Alex Masso (drums)
“The perfect summer jazz record” All About Jazz
“If jazz music is about continuously reinventing and staying on your toes, then The Vampires Meet Lionel Loueke is a phenomenal jazz record.” ★★★★ Downbeat (US)
Read more about the Australian Music Prize shortlist in The Sydney Morning Herald and The Music.

Byron Spirit Festival
2018-03-20 - 2018-03-22 | Cavanbah Centre, 249 Ewingsdale Rd, Byron Bay, Byron Bay, 2481, Australia
In a true celebration of culture and community, Byron Spirit Festival fringes the beaches and bushes of Byron Bay to bring you a vibrant showcase of interconnected nature of all life.

Homemade Jam
2018-03-11 09:00 | Brunswick Picture House, 30 Fingal Street, Brunswick Heads, New South Wales, 2483, Australia
A new spin on Sunday brunch! Breakfast and live music served in the surroundings of our lush garden, in conjunction with our dear mate Diego from Valiant Music to present a roster of the most exciting local and touring artists around. You’ll be hard pressed to find a better place to read the morning paper on a Sunday, grab a bite and listen to chilled out tunes played by musos right in front of your eyes.
This is set to become a Bruns Institution! Sundays have never sounded so good.

Ocean Film Festival 2018 2nd Show
2018-03-07 19:00 - 22:00 | Byron Theatre, 69 Jonson St, Byron Bay, New South Wales, 2450, Australia
Designed to mesmerise and enthral, the Ocean Film Festival showcases more than two hours of sublime footage taken above and below the water’s surface.
This carefully curated selection of short films document the beauty and power of the ocean, and celebrate the divers, surfers, swimmers and oceanographers who live for the sea’s salt spray; who chase the crests of waves; and who marvel at the mysteries of the big blue.
The films feature captivating cinematography, complete with awe-inspiring underwater scenes and fast-paced wave sequences that have been captured from unbelievable vantage points.
Inspiring and thought-provoking, the Ocean Film Festival is filled with moving footage, touching interviews and insightful narrations. Each of the festival’s films conveys a deep respect and appreciation for the world’s oceans and the creatures that call them home.
Find out more at www.oceanfilmfestival.com.au
Rated MA 15+ Children must be accompanied by an adult – program includes coarse language

Ocean Film Festival 2018
2018-03-06 19:00 - 22:00 | Byron Theatre, 69 Jonson St, Byron Bay, New South Wales, 2450, Australia

Salsa with Byron Latin Dance Collective
2018-03-06 18:00 | Bangalow Bowlo, 21 Byron Bay Road, Bangalow, NSW, 2479, Australia
The Collective is back every Tuesday at The Bowlo, Bangalow and you’re invited to come on in and join us for a fantastic night of Latin Dance with Byron Latin Dance Collective.
3 different styles to choose from… Salsa , Bachata & On2 .
Beginners start at 6pm.
All welcome, no partner required. Just check the photo above for further details… — with Donna Mia,Reuben Barkley, Nick Herbert and 48 others at The Bowlo, Bangalow.

Byron Bay Surf Festival Artshow
2018-02-23 - 2018-03-21 | Lone Goat Gallery, 28 Lawson Street, Byron Bay, New South Wales, 2481, Australia
Byron Bay Surf Festival Art show returns to Lone Goat Gallery for 2018 with a trio of highly influential artists with wildly individual histories spanning avant-garde surfing, DIY culture, activism, collaborative murals and hardcore & garage punk music.
23 FEBRUARY – Showing Until 21 MARCH 2018
OPENING 5.30 PM – 7.30 PM Friday 23 February
Special Surf Festival Opening Hours:
Open 10 AM to 4 PM on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 February
OTIS CAREY
Gumbaynggirr – Bundjalung man Otis Carey is equally renowned for his unorthodox approach to high performance surfing as he is for visual art. Otis infuses his own traditional indigenous culture with contemporary Australian surf.
TIM KERR
Based in Austin Texas, Tim Kerr became involved musically and artistically with the early stages of the DIY (Do It Yourself) punk/hardcore/self-expression movement in the 1970’s. The idea that anyone could, and should participate in self-expression is key to Tim’s approach to music and visual art.
OZZIE WRIGHT
Australian professional surfer, artist, filmmaker and musician Ozzie Wright is renowned for his radical surfing innovation and punk rock aesthetic.

Byron Bay Surf Festival
2018-02-22 - 2018-02-25
The 2018 Byron Bay Surf Festival is on its way and the festival line up is filling fast with the finest sliders, artists and creatives from around Australia and the globe coming to town for four days of surf culture and fun.
We are stoked to announce the following brand new events to be part of the 2018 BBSF schedule. We will be kicking off with Thursday night’s Surf Legends Loungeat the Byron Bay Community Centre Theatre, hosted by Surfing World Magazine’s Vaughan Blakey talking with surfing’s traditional, modern and futuristic minds about the weird, wonderful and ever-evolving world of riding waves.
Friday introduces the NEW Free Radicals surf jam featuring shorter high-performance alternative surf crafts and the current leaders in radical surfing set to blow minds. The Surf Art Show will feature Tim Kerr (USA), Otis Carey and Ozzie Wright at Lone Goat Gallery followed by the family-friendly Sunset Cinemaon the grass at Denning Park with a range of short and feature films to be announced in the New Year.
Saturday’s Surf Art Markets will feature a range of the finest surfboard craftsmen, environmental groups, activism workshops, leading fashion brand’s, artists, creators, and workshops to keep you entertained and inspired.
On Sunday we return to our spiritual sands of Wategos beach for the Freestyle & Stoke surf sessions event featuring a range of exhibition style surf categories including the McTavish Trim and featuring a selection of internationally renowned surfers and good vibes all day!
Each night we have an epic line up of bands and music at the legendary Beach Hotel proudly supported by Stone and Wood.
For more information on the program go to http://www.byronbaysurffestival.com.au/program-2/
A special thanks to our partners on board this year, these businesses bring ideas to life and we are proud to include them as part of the BBSF family that makes our gathering fun, engaging and possible!
Stone & Wood, Beach Hotel, Mini, Coastalwatch, Surfing World Magazine, RVCA, Onboard Store, Hydro Flask, Elements of Byron, Humpy Co, Sustainable Valley, Santos Organics, Business and Pleasure Co, Fallen Broken Street, Atmosea, Catch Surf, McTavish & our not-for-profit Wings.
Wanna join our incredible group of event partners?
Get involved as a sponsor
email robbie@byronbaysurffestival.com.au
Waiting list for Saturday’s Surf Art Markets
Contact markets@byronbaysurffestival.com.au
