Neo Wave
Sat 16 Aug 2025
Held six times a year, Neo is a free after-hours event for young people aged 13-17 years
Join the art movement and be inspired by rebellious artists making waves in history and today.
🗺️ Check out the event map here
👕 Costume theme: Oceanic
Dive into Neo Wave and come dressed in your best ocean-inspired fits. Whether you're a mermaid, pirate, or sea creature, dress to impress like you're from under the sea!
👋 Keen to meet someone new?
Grab a 'say hi' bracelet at the door and make sure to wear it so others know you’re up for a chat!
🎸Live Performances under the marquee:
In the Courtyard
6.00pm - Katia
6.30pm - Tyler Neville
7.00pm -Baseless Conversation
7.30pm - Handouts
8.00pm - Static Acttic
🌟 Self Portaits with artist Alex Beckinsale
Join artist Alex Beckinsale to create your own unhinged self-portrait using a 0.5 camera selfie and a simple step-by-step guide!
Location: Gallery 25 (Dangerously Modern)
🖼️ Photoshoot Collage, facilitated by artist Zoe Butters
Join us in The Studio to create a Dangerously Modern montage inspired by South Australian artist Sue Kneebone. Pose in front of the studio backdrop, get your photo taken with the thermal print camera, and use your printout to create your own unique collage!
Location : The Studio
🤗 Friendship Questions
Use the provided questions, written by our Neo Ambassadors, to make a new friend!
Location : Gallery 23A (Dangerously Modern)
🐟 Neo Ambassador Committee: Sea Creature
Draw your own sea creature, or use one of our provided templates, and display it on our café wall!
Location: Café
🎤 Karaoke
Sing your heart out at the karaoke station.
Location: Gallery 9 (The Ramsay Art Prize)
✏️ Badgemaking
Wear your art with pride and make a badge
Location: The Function Room
🍴Snacks
Enjoy a stick of fairy floss from Fairy Floss Galore or a slice of pizza from Domino's! Vegan and gluten-free options available.
*Remember to eat before, or after, the event. The food provided at Neo is intended as a snack, not a whole meal.
Location: The Radford + Cafe Awning
🍃 Quiet zone
Discover serenity at Neo's Quiet Zone, a peaceful oasis for those seeking a moment to chill and unwind.
*Noise cancelling headphones + earplugs are available at security!
Location: Gallery 18-21 (Touching the Divine)