Sleepless Footscray Festival 2025
Friday 2nd May 2025 - Sunday 18th May 2025
Sleepless Footscray Festival is back with a huge line-up of immersive experiences performances and art installations.
Welcome to Sleepless, a spellbinding Festival of public art and space activation nestled in the vibrant heart of Footscray, Victoria. From May 2nd to 18th, we invite you to embark on a captivating journey through the eclectic landscape of arts and culture that defines our beloved community.
At Sleepless, we reimagine Footscray's CBD by transforming dormant shopfronts and forgotten indoor spaces into vibrant hubs of creativity. These repurposed venues become the canvas for a dazzling array of events, including mesmerizing music performances, thought-provoking interactive art installations, captivating film festivals, captivating art galleries, and mesmerizing performance art pieces.
Our festival is a tribute to the rich tapestry of Footscray's community, celebrating its diversity, vibrancy, and boundless creativity. Here, you'll encounter the weird, the wild, and the beautiful manifestations of Melbourne's thriving arts scene, set against the equally enchanting backdrop of Footscray's heart.
Supported by Maribyrnong City Council, Sleepless is a testament to Footscray's transformation into a dynamic creative and social hub, welcoming people of all ages and backgrounds. From the break of dawn to the twilight hours and beyond, Sleepless beckons you to explore, engage, and connect with the pulsating energy of Footscray.
Join us as we rally around the spirit of Sleepless, discovering the hidden gems, forging new connections, and embracing the magic that defines Footscray's essence. Come, immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience where creativity knows no bounds and community thrives at every turn. This is Sleepless Festival-where Footscray comes alive with creativity, culture, and endless possibilities.
Fractal Doona - The Official Celebrates Africa After Party
XR Workshop: Art of The Door in Question
Melbourne Nocturnal Film Festival
Footscray Celebrates Africa
Dream Particle
The Door in Question
Nothinge
Blondel
Clan Analogue
Concrete Room
Elysian Blues
Footscray Hotel Choir
Near Sighted
Olivia Brasil
Pour Things
Melynda Von Wayward
Charlotte Leamon
Snuff Puppets
Mara MacDonald
The Empty Seat
Town Ace
Untitled Baseball Game
Zikra
Sleepless Movie Nights
Melbourne Nocturnal Film Festival is coming to Sleepless!
Join us for two nights of offbeat shorts at the Bluestone Church Arts Space.
6 May @ 5pm "Crime & Grime" - action-packed shorts
6 May @ 7.30pm "The Horrors" - horror shorts
7 May @ 5pm "A Little Sketchy" - animated shorts
7 May @ 7.30pm "Funny Weird" - offbeat comedy shorts
❊ Official Tickets ❊
Book Online Here
❊ When ❊
Date/s: Friday 2nd May 2025 - Sunday 18th May 2025
❊ Web Links ❊
→ Sleepless Footscray Festival 2025→ Bluestone Church Arts Space
Disclaimer: Check with the venue (web links) before making plans, travelling or buying tickets.
Accessibility: Contact the venue for accessibility information.
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