Artists, creatives, producers and community members have come together to help shape the future of GROUNDED YP Art Festival 2027, with a public planning session held at Forgotten Paddock, Yorke Valley, on Sunday 16 August.

The session generated a wealth of ideas for the next festival, with strong support for continuing large-scale Nharangga-led lantern and fire installations, alongside more live music, community choirs, Nharangga cultural sharing, mural festivals, arts workshops, food experiences and exhibitions across Yorke Peninsula.

Participants highlighted opportunities to showcase local artists, celebrate life on Yorke Peninsula, activate underutilised spaces across our towns and create experiences that appeal to both local communities and visitors.

The strong turnout and enthusiastic discussion demonstrated the growing support for GROUNDED as a platform for arts and culture across Guuranda, with planning for the 2027 festival now continuing in partnership with artists, towns, businesses, volunteers and community groups.

Arts and Cultural Facilitator Molly Flanagan-Sjoberg said the community’s enthusiasm showed the important role GROUNDED can play in bringing people together and celebrating the region’s creativity and culture.

“GROUNDED has grown into something really special for Yorke Peninsula, and it was fantastic to see so many people come together with ideas and enthusiasm for what the festival could become in 2027,” she said.

“There are so many creative ideas on the table, and we want to keep that conversation going.

“The festival is an opportunity to celebrate our local artists and culture while creating experiences that bring our towns and communities to life.”

Organisers are encouraging the community to stay connected, with further opportunities to meet, share ideas and get involved expected as planning for GROUNDED 2027 continues.

Keep an eye on the GROUNDED YP Art Festival social media pages and ypart.com.au for upcoming opportunities to participate.