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Origami Festival draws record crowds in Gosford
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The Origami Folding Art and Sound Festival has achieved record attendance in Gosford after expanding into a two-day immersive arts experience featuring live performances, light installations and a new family-focused c...
The Origami Folding Art and Sound Festival has achieved record attendance in Gosford after expanding into a two-day immersive arts experience featuring live performances, light installations and a new family-focused children’s program. The Origami Folding Art and Sound Festival has marked a major milestone after drawing nearly 1,000 visitors to the Japanese Gardens at Gosford Regional Gallery across April 10–11. The 2026 event expanded into a two-day festival for the first time and introduced “Origami Kids”, a dedicated creative program designed for children aged 0–12.
Festival organisers said the event sold out both days, with audiences experiencing immersive installations combining light, sound, movement and interactive performances throughout the gardens. Festival director Glitta Supernova said the event reflected a growing demand for inclusive regional arts experiences focused on creativity, connection and community participation. The family-focused program attracted a strong local turnout, with many attendees taking part in a Gosford community event for the first time.
The adult program also generated tourism interest, attracting visitors from across New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria. Organisers described the festival as an important cultural moment for Gosford, highlighting the growing success of artist-led regional events and community-based creative programs on the Central Coast.
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The Origami Folding Art and Sound Festival has achieved record attendance in Gosford after expanding into a two-day immersive arts experience featuring live performances, light installations and a new family-focused children’s program. The Origami Folding Art and Sound Festival has marked a major milestone after drawing nearly 1,000 visitors to the Japanese Gardens at Gosford Regional Gallery across April 10–11. The 2026 event expanded into a two-day festival for the first time and introduced “Origami Kids”, a dedicated creative program designed for children aged 0–12.
Festival organisers said the event sold out both days, with audiences experiencing immersive installations combining light, sound, movement and interactive performances throughout the gardens. Festival director Glitta Supernova said the event reflected a growing demand for inclusive regional arts experiences focused on creativity, connection and community participation. The family-focused program attracted a strong local turnout, with many attendees taking part in a Gosford community event for the first time.
The adult program also generated tourism interest, attracting visitors from across New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria. Organisers described the festival as an important cultural moment for Gosford, highlighting the growing success of artist-led regional events and community-based creative programs on the Central Coast.
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