Experience the Archibald Prize 2025 after-hours as Geelong Gallery is transformed. Bring your friends, enjoy drinks at bar prices and view the exhibition to the sounds of live music as the Gallery comes alive after dark.

Line-up

Friday 5 September Kanji K
Friday 12 September Music is the Massage
Friday 19 September Kanji K
Friday 24 October Alex Helmer
Friday 31 October Music is the Massage
Friday 7 November TBC

Geelong Gallery is the exclusive Victorian venue for the Archibald Prize 2025. The annual Archibald Prize is eagerly anticipated by artists and audiences alike. Judged by the trustees of the Art Gallery of NSW, the prize is awarded to the best portrait painting. Since 1921, it has highlighted figures from all walks of life, from famous faces to local heroes, reflecting back to us the stories of our times.

This touring exhibition is an opportunity to see the finalists in the Archibald Prize 2025.

Attendees must be 18+