Bellingen Turtle Festival 2016

Converge in Bellingen this October long weekend far a diverse music & arts festival for the environment. With 3days of performances, interactive art, children’s zones and environmental presentations, there will be something for all to immerse themselves with artists from the past 3 decades of oz music…  daily performances from circus and trapeze in a unique convergence with scientific and respected environmentalists, academy award winning cinematographer – it’s a full range of interesting and memorable moments over 3 days this October Long Weekend (30^th Sept – 2^nd Oct.).  

And all in Bellingen… a beautiful town nestled between the mountains and the coast, straddling the Bellinger River, 20 minutes from Coffs Harbour. A region renowned for its beauty, it's connection with nature and a hive of cafes and artists. As such it is unsurprising that Bellingen had been the host to a wide range of festivals over the past 25 years. This festival will showcase so many different musical and entertainment, it could be most similar to long time festival lovers to the former Global Carnival.

 

A Convergence Festival, for the Bellinger River Snapping Turtle - featuring over 50 artists. Headlining with Mark Seymour (hunters & collectors) and the Undertow, Katie Noonan, Abby Dobson, The Crooked Fiddle Band, The Snowdroppers, Winterbourne, Woodes, Bears with Guns, Emily Wurramurra, Friday night beats sessions, and many many more will be featured.   “when you are wandering throughout the festival, there will be interactive sculptures, workshops, great food, multiple side stages and a unique family zones”, says Festival Director Ben Perrim. “Turtlefest is about generating awareness through a festival platform, for the unprecedented sudden devastation of this little native turtle (now critically endangered) … and also donate a percentage of proceeds to various programs in support of this unique turtle species, only found in the Bellinger River (Myuchelys georgesi).”  

You will see ‘George’ everywhere as we have adopted him/her as the mascot, so if you or your kids are into live music, friendly atmosphere, informative interactive workshops, and a host of festival activities then Bellingen will be the place to be. As well has having an environmental outcome for this species you can immerse into something special eclectic and memorable… there is something for everyone”.

Camping spaces are available on site (limited available/may sellout) and there is also a range of accommodation offered throughout the region so there is sure to be something to for everyone's taste.  A 3day pass for adults works out under $60 per day (3day pass $175). Single Day ticket options also available. *Youth (13-17 years) are half the adults price and all *children aged 12 years and under are entry by donation. We have created an exciting inclusive friendly festival in this any age event. (*all attendees under 18 must be accompanied by responsible adult AT ALL TIMES - licensed event).