Samford & Hinterland Arts Trail

Art lovers, collectors and curious explorers are invited to discover the creative heart of the city when the Samford & Hinterland Arts Trail 2026 opens across four weekends from June 6 to 28.

Presented by Creative Samford, the popular self-guided trail will feature 73 artists across more than 30 venues throughout Samford and surrounds, Dayboro, Eatons Hill and Bunya, offering visitors a rare opportunity to step inside studios, meet artists and experience the creative process firsthand.

Visitors can explore a diverse range of artistic practices including painting, ceramics, sculpture, jewellery, printmaking, textiles and mixed media. Many venues will host live demonstrations, artist talks and interactive experiences, giving the public a deeper insight into the work behind the art.

This year’s trail also features an exciting range of hands-on workshops, where visitors can learn new creative skills from local artists. Workshop experiences include felt pot making, paint and sip sessions, solarplate etching, watercolour for beginners and miniature terrarium garden making.

A major highlight for 2026 is a new central venue in the heart of Samford, bringing together 20 artists in one location. The hub will host daily demonstrations and talks, along with a coffee van, making it an ideal starting point for visitors exploring the trail.

Visitors can also enter a Trail Prize Draw, with a prize pool valued at approximately $1000, including:

• A two-night stay at Elm House Studio (valued at approximately $600)
• $250 voucher from Samford Jewellers
• $50 Ocean View Estate gift card
• $50 Samford Patisserie gift card
• $50 Baffies Oan Books gift card

An additional prize will be awarded to visitors who complete the Trail feedback survey after visiting one of the venues.

Good to know - The Samford & Hinterland Arts Trail is organised by the volunteer committee at Creative Samford. Major sponsors who make the event possible include City of Moreton Bay, Samford Hotel and Eckersley’s Art & Craft.

Need to know - The trail runs 6–7, 13–14, 20–21 and 27–28 June 2026, with venues open 10am to 3pm each day.

The Samford & Hinterland Arts Trail is a valued partner of Must Do Brisbane.com