Key dates for artists and galleries
Please note that artists must be invited to enter work by the Packsaddle fundraising committee
Celebrating 40 years:
23 October to 8 November 2026
Packsaddle is an annual selling exhibition of artwork from well-known and emerging Australian artists. Held annually at NERAM, the exhibition includes a large collection of paintings, limited edition prints, pottery, sculpture and works on paper. All proceeds support NERAM, and in 2025 Packsaddle is celebrating its 40th anniversary!
24 July, 2026
Entries for the 2026 Packsaddle open.
Friday, 11 September, 2026
A completed entry form and a copy of your current CV/biographical details mustbereceived by 4pm Friday 19 September.
14 - 28 September, 2026: TAFE
12 - 13 October, 2026: Artsite
There are two Sydney drop-off points for art works to be received, find the details within the conditions of entry information.
Friday 9 October
If delivering by hand, works need to be received by 4pm to NERAM
23 October
Opening night!