Join us for a classic Open Mic Night at The Cannery Arts Centre.

Pa system and drums supplied.

Free Entry

Open Mic is brought to you by The Cannery Arts Centre and Kyza Presents and proudly supported by the Rotary Club of Esperance Bay and Od Transport.

Join us for a classic Open Mic Night at The Cannery Arts Centre.

Pa system and drums supplied.

Free Entry

Open Mic is brought to you by The Cannery Arts Centre and Kyza Presents and proudly supported by the Rotary Club of Esperance Bay and Od Transport.

Since inception Balmy Nights has grown steadily to become a fully-fledged music and arts festival. Evolving from a live music focussed outing into a celebration of the multiple artistic mediums delivered at The Cannery Arts Centre. Supporting events have been created held in Esperance and Hopetoun, to invite the wider community to experience elements of our primary event.

Our 2024 line-up is exceptional featuring Perth based acts Legs Electric, Luci and Sunny Flowers. WA regional act Tanya Ransom and Esperance artists RORK, Big Heart Adventure and Laura Petrie.

Balmy Nights challenges the perception of an Arts Centre event, fusing live music with all The Cannery has to offer. In 2024 the Cannery is set to host the Esperance Art Awards with the exhibition launch set for Thursday Nov 21st, Main Gallery open to view across our primary event Saturday Nov 23rd. Pottery Studio, Print Room, Courtyard and Music Centre are all marked to be activated in new and exciting ways.

Balmy Nights is brought to you by Kyza Presents and The Cannery Arts Centre. Supported by The Esperance Ag Fund and the Fremantle Foundation.

Many thanks to our sponsors, Luxe Floral & Home Co, Tim Green Construction, Elders Insurance Esperance, Tide & Co, TV Financial, The Lillypad, Wells Building Designers & Consultants, Coffee Cat, Soul Support Services, E.S.P Museum Village, Naturally Esperance, Ivy House and The Vibart Family.

Balmy Nights Festival is located in Kepa Kurl (Esperance) on Wudjari Boodja. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners, Custodians of these ancestral lands and waters, Nyungar Elders koorah, nitja, boordahwan (past, present, future) of the Indigenous Nations of Australia, and honour the continued and enduring ties to country and culture.

Balmy Nights 7th outing falls on November 23rd 2024 - can’t wait to see you there!

18+

Learn about the Esperance Sculpture Trail artist in residence Stuart McMillan's time here in Esperance, his work with the community, and a summary of his findings.

Free to attend-registrations encouraged.

This artist residency is part of pre-project community consultation for the Esperance Sculpture Trail project and has been coordinated alongside FORM Building A State of Creativity. FORM is leading Community Consultation for the Esperance Sculpture Trail, which is supported by the Mt Burdett foundation and Lotterywest.

In 2019, the Mt Burdett Foundation was established by Chris Reichstein, owner of Mount Burdett Farm, with a vision to create a vibrant, resilient Esperance community. Before his passing in 2021, Chris had a vision “to create a world class sculpture trail of high quality, unique installations that respond to the dramatic land and seascape of Esperance.” Through his legacy and the support of the Mt Burdett Foundation, not-for-profit arts and cultural organisation FORM Building a State of Creativity is partnering with the project Steering Committee to test this vision with the Esperance community, listen, and collaborate on an outcome that takes this vision as a starting point, and meets community needs and aspirations.

Join us for a classic Open Mic Night at The Cannery Arts Centre.

Pa system and drums supplied.

Free Entry

Open Mic is brought to you by The Cannery Arts Centre and Kyza Presents and proudly supported by the Rotary Club of Esperance Bay and Od Transport.

FORM Building a State of Creativity and The Cannery Arts Centre are thrilled to introduce you to Stu McMillan, who will be taking up residence at the Cannery in October/November as part of the Esperance Sculpture Trail project.

Stu is a multidisciplinary artist based amongst the forests, bushland, caves, waterways and coastline of Wadandi Boodja - Margaret River Region, which he’s called home for more than 20 years. Translating his experience of the world using a diverse sensory pallet including and not limited to sculpture, photography, painting, print media, drawing and immersive installation, Stu continues to explore concepts of the human condition, interested in how the external world influences the internal being, within a myriad of habitats. 

Please join us in the Art Room to find out more about what Stu will be doing as part of his Esperance Sculpture Trail residency, which involves working with the community to explore the theme of 'The Spirit of Esperance Kepa Kurl’. 

Free to attend-registrations encouraged.

This artist residency is part of pre-project community consultation for the Esperance Sculpture Trail project and has been coordinated alongside FORM Building A State of Creativity. FORM is leading Community Consultation for the Esperance Sculpture Trail, which is supported by the Mt Burdett foundation and Lotterywest.

In 2019, the Mt Burdett Foundation was established by Chris Reichstein, owner of Mount Burdett Farm, with a vision to create a vibrant, resilient Esperance community. Before his passing in 2021, Chris had a vision “to create a world class sculpture trail of high quality, unique installations that respond to the dramatic land and seascape of Esperance.” Through his legacy and the support of the Mt Burdett Foundation, not-for-profit arts and cultural organisation FORM Building a State of Creativity is partnering with the project Steering Committee to test this vision with the Esperance community, listen, and collaborate on an outcome that takes this vision as a starting point, and meets community needs and aspirations.

As part of an initiative to gather metals and materiel for future stages of this project, Artist in Residence, Loren will be running an 'E-Waste Buy-Back' gathering on Friday 27 September. Promising “Pizza for Parts”, you are invited to donate your out-of-date electronics to the artist in exchange for a fresh pizza. The artist will be mining precious metals from these electronics as part of an experimental smelting process.

Please come with electronics that are no smaller than a finger, no larger than a body: this can include power cords, phones, television screens, computers, monitors, remote controls, speakers, instrument cables, and other electronics that are safe to handle. Loren will keep these items, so please make sure you are ready to let them go for good.

This workshop is free and open to all aged 16+. Bookings are essential and are available for individuals or pairs arriving in ten-minute intervals. This is a BYO event.

This experience takes approximately 10 minutes per individual/pair, with the invitation to stay, eat, and socialise afterwards. Please arrive on-time for your scheduled time slot. Note this event takes place outdoors, so kindly dress appropriately for you. This event involves reading, listening and conversation, as well as standing, walking, and climbing stairs. If you have any access or mobility concerns, please get in touch and we can work with you to find the right way to participate.

The Cannery Arts Centre is located in Kepa Kurl on Wudjari Boodja. We acknowledge the Nyungar and Ngadju people as the traditional owners and custodians of the lands and waterways we live and work on. We extend our respect to their Elders, past, present and emerging and honour their continued and enduring ties to our country and culture - sovereignty was never ceded. We also acknowledge our local and surrounding LGBTQIA+ and disability communities and endeavour to uphold an inclusive, safe and respectable collaborative working environment for all.

Join us in a celebration of the seasons as we shake off the Winter and welcome the Spring. Hosted on Kepa Kurl Boodja, home of the Wudjari people.

Rosie Henderson and Kyron Smithson join forces to present a unique event experience, held in the Cannery Arts Centre Main Gallery.

Live performance will set the vibe for the night featuring a warm and welcoming beginning with Campbell Garratt and Paige Valentine. Kick things up a little with fantastic Perth based Funk/Soul act RHY, and finally bring it home with the pulsing rhythms of DJ Doris.The.Baddie and DJ Ciaoboy.

The Cannery Arts Centre Main Gallery is a gorgeous event space, Rosie Henderson’s deft hand set to bring the room to life with wide ranging decorations and artistic install, reflecting the events intention.

Cannery Bar serving up delicious beverages accompanied by Livvy's gorgeous Gozlemes.

Many thanks to our local Sponsors Artique and Esperance Window Cleaning.

Supported by Rotary Club of Esperance, Regional Arts WA and The Shire Of Esperance.

Join us for a classic Open Mic Night at The Cannery Arts Centre.

Pa system and drums supplied.

Free Entry

Open Mic is brought to you by The Cannery Arts Centre and Kyza Presents and proudly supported by the Rotary Club of Esperance Bay and Od Transport.

An atmospheric, outdoor evening of live music, spooky tales, and dark fiction with a connection to the region featuring local writers and Kyza from Grand Casual.

Friday 17th May - 6.30pm - 8.30pm

Cannery Arts Centre - Round Garden

BYO drinks, picnic hamper, snacks, and whatever else makes you comfy to enjoy this immersive event. *smokefree event

$20 Adults
$10 Under 18yrs - 15+yrs recommended
$50 Families

Sponsored by the Mt Burdett Foundation

Join us for a classic Open Mic Night at The Cannery Arts Centre.

Pa system and drums supplied.

Free Entry

Open Mic is brought to you by The Cannery Arts Centre and Kyza Presents and proudly supported by the Rotary Club of Esperance Bay and Od Transport.

Head to the Cannery Arts Centre for an Easter Long Weekend Kyza Presents hosted Open Mic Night.

Beautiful space, beautiful vibes, free entry, BYO.

Drums and Pa Supplied.

Brought to you by The Cannery Arts Centre, Kyza Presents, Shire Of Esperance and Regional Arts WA.

Head along to The Cannery Arts Centre for a classic Open Mic Night

Free Entry * BYO * Pa and Drums supplied

Cannery Arts Centre Open Mics are proudly supported by Mineral Resources Limited

And brought to you by the Cannery Arts Centre, Kyza Presents, RAWA and The Shire Of Esperance

Head along to The Cannery Arts Centre for a classic Open Mic Night

Free Entry * BYO * Pa and Drums supplied

Cannery Arts Centre Open Mics are proudly supported by Mineral Resources Limited

And brought to you by the Cannery Arts Centre, Kyza Presents, RAWA and The Shire Of Esperance

Since inception, Balmy Nights has grown steadily to become a fully-fledged Music and Arts Festival. Evolving from a live music-focused outing into a celebration of the multiple artistic mediums delivered at The Cannery Arts Centre. Supporting events have been created, to invite the wider community to experience elements of our primary event.

In 2023, Paige Valentine (Full Band) hits The Cannery Arts Centre off the back of a string of releases, with her national tour wrapping up at Balmy Nights on November 25th. King Ibis, Drea and 2023 WAM Regional Song of the Year winners Sunny Day join us from further afield with locals DJ Tasty, Rachel Vibart and Talia Storm taking the stage.

Balmy Nights challenge the perception of an Arts Centre event, fusing live music with all The Cannery has to offer. CAC’s 9x5 exhibition was an absolute hit in 2021, the perfect fit for Balmy Nights, returning in 2023 with local, regional and national artwork on display. Pottery Studio, Shop Space, Art Room and Print Room are all marked to be activated in new and exciting ways, we cannot wait for you to experience them.

Balmy Nights is brought to you by Kyza Presents and The Cannery Arts Centre. Supported by The Mt Burdett Foundation and our key local sponsor Luxe Floral and Home Co.

May thanks to our sponsors, Luxe floral and Home Co, Esperance Window Cleaning, Elders Insurance Esperance, Tim Green Construction, Bob and Jims Fruit and Veg, TV Financial, The Lillypad, Wells Building Designers and Consultants and The Vibart Family.

Balmy Nights Festival is located in Kepa Kurl (Esperance) on Wudjari Boodja. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners, Custodians of these ancestral lands and waters, Nyungar Elders koorah, nitja, boordahwan (past, present, future) of the Indigenous Nations of Australia, and honour the continued and enduring ties to country and culture.

 Balmy Nights' sixth outing falls on November 25th 2022, can’t wait to see you there!

18+

Artist in Residence Ana Tiquia has returned to complete Seeder Futures, the artwork she has been developing over the last 12 months as a part of her SPACED Rural Utopias residency here at the Cannery Arts Centre in Kepa Kurl / Esperance.

Seeder Futures is a shared digital folder featuring works from the Art Gallery of Western Australia (AGWA) State Art Collection and a collection of videos of Esperance community members who actively practice giving and sharing through diverse community initiatives. The folder will be collectively hosted by Esperance community curators, and on a PC at AGWA.

This is hugely exciting, as AGWA have never made their public domain collection available to the public in high resolution before. The Esperance community will gain first access to this collection through the artwork.

Ana invites you to become a 'seeder' or community curator and custodian of this artwork – which enables you to access the work as well as host it, from your mobile device or PC. More information will be provided.

Join Ana for afternoon tea at the Cannery where you can view this unique collection of artworks, find out more about what's involved in being a community curator, and for those who are keen Ana will be available to help anyone who wants to join the community curator team to access and host the collection on their mobile device or PC.

Please RSVP before 3 November to katie@canneryarts.com.au

9x5 Art Auction 2023

The Cannery Arts Centre is thrilled to announce the 9x5 Art Auction for 2023, and we are calling on all local artists to contribute their masterpieces to this highly anticipated event. By donating your artwork, you'll not only have the chance to showcase your talent but also support a vital community resource that provides incredible art programs to the region.

To participate, artists are required to return their finished works to the Cannery by Sunday, November 5th. The works will then be exhibited and open to the public from November 10th leading up to the auction day on Sunday, December 17th.

Participating artists will receive a tax-deductible receipt for the value of their sold artwork. Boards are limited to two per person and are available for collection now. For more information or to organize board collection, please contact the Cannery office at 90713599 or email admin@canneryarts.com.au.

Let's come together and create something truly amazing. Join us for the 9x5 Art Auction and show your support for the local art community.

Head along to The Cannery Arts Centre for a classic Open Mic Night

Free Entry * BYO * Pa and Drums supplied

Cannery Arts Centre Open Mics are proudly supported by Mineral Resources Limited

And brought to you by the Cannery Arts Centre, Kyza Presents, RAWA and The Shire Of Esperance

Our final Club 75 event for 2023 is sure to be next level, headlined by Esperance’s own Darcie Haven. Darcie has seen an epic rise since her first release “I Wanna Be” hit hard on Triple J Unearthed. With subsequent releases receiving solid Triple J play leading too exceptional live support slots including, DMA’s, Birds Of Tokyo and Vance Joy. Darcie is joined by another fantastic regional artist in Alexia Parenzee who’s, soulful vocals leave audiences in awe. Our local lineup is a who’s who of amazing Esperance songwriters with Rachel Vibart, Laura Petrie and Talia Storm rounding out the evening.

With The Cannery Bar firing and delicious food by Esperance Sri Lankan Taste this one shall be a beaut.

Many thanks to series sponsors OD Transport and Rotary Club of Esperance Bay. Brought to you by the Cannery Arts Centre, Kyza Presents, Shire Of Esperance and Regional Arts WA.

** Sold Out **

Club 75 returns to the Cannery Arts Centre for 2023. Vol.2, features an all star cast of local Hip Hop and Electronica headlined by the one and only Dr Tasty. NiN The Kid and Slazy join the ranks with new comer Udaya Shree throwing down a tasty Hip Hop and RNB infusion. Closing out the night we have Nellzy on the decks, proper excited for his set, lets get it.. 15-18 Welcome to attend, must be accompanied by a parent.

With The Cannery Bar firing and delicious food by Laurens Larder this one is not to be missed.

Many thanks to series sponsors OD Transport and Rotary Club of Esperance Bay. Brought to you by the Cannery Arts Centre, Kyza Presents, Shire Of Esperance and Regional Arts WA.