Applications are now open for Sculpture in the Garden Wollongong 2027, one of regional Australia’s leading outdoor sculpture exhibitions.
Presented by Wollongong City Council, the biennial exhibition transforms the Wollongong Botanic Garden into a large-scale outdoor gallery, showcasing sculpture and environmental installations by artists from across Australia. The 2025 exhibition attracted more than 66,000 visitors, offering artists significant public exposure and sales opportunities.
Prize Pool
- Wollongong Acquisitive Sculpture Prize: $40,000
- Ephemeral Sculpture Prize: $10,000
- People’s Choice Award: $3,000
Key Dates
- Applications Close: 31 August 2026
- Exhibition: March – April 2027
Eligibility
Open to artists living in Australia working across:
- Sculpture
- Environmental Installation
Selected artists will exhibit in the Wollongong Botanic Garden, with opportunities to sell work and compete for major acquisitive and non-acquisitive awards.
