Fostering community through art and events.
We create participatory events that give people the opportunity to create, form connections, and explore new possibilities.
Community noticeboard
Important and current information is posted here as it comes to hand.
- Underland 2026 will be held on 23 – 28 September*. The theme is Threshold!
- We are looking for two volunteers to take the reins with our year-round Comm’s Lead (e.g. social media, eNews, web content), and Crew Wrangler roles as a matter of priority. If you think you’d be a good fit, then please email [email protected] and introduce yourself.
- We’re now accepting submissions for Underland 2026 Effigy and Temple build concepts. You can read the official Facebook announcement here. If you’ve got an idea that will tell a story and bring life into Underland’s primary burnable art structures, then CLICK HERE for the details on how to complete your expression of interest. The window for submissions closes at midnight on 28th February 2026.
Yes, you read the dates for Underland 2026 correctly!
At Underland 2025, the CAV committee heard feedback from several people expressing the desire to run Underland for an extra night.
We love the idea and, at the same time, we still don’t have enough co-creators for critical teams.
Given these tensions, we are happy to announce that we will extend Underland 2026 by an extra night, starting on Wednesday 23rd September and ending on Monday 28th September 2026*. However, this will rely on certain conditions being met, which you can learn about on the Underland website HERE.
You can also visit the Underland Website and discover ways you can participate to help get us over the line, or email [email protected].
*Exact dates TBA. Terms and Conditions Apply
Our events
Underland
Based on the 10 Principles of Burning Man, Underland is a festival that is put on by its participants. It is a place to explore your creativity, and to have a great time doing it. Bring whatever fuels your imagination – art, performance, talks, workshop, flame effects, your own party, or something completely different. We draw the lines, you colour it in.
To find our more, check out the Underland website.
Member gatherings
From time-to-time, we put on community events for our members – sometimes on our own, sometimes in collaboration with our friends at Melburners. Previous events have included pub nights, picnics, community markets, and camp outs.
Become a member
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FAQ
Where can I find out more about Underland?
Check out the Underland website!
Why do I need to become a CAV member to come to Underland?
We don’t run commercial events and are instead focused on participation and community-building. Becoming a member is a way to recognise that you are joining a community, not just coming to an event.
How do I become a CAV member?
Apply here. From May to October we aim to approve applications fortnightly. Outside of these months it may be a bit slower as this is our off season.
I'm not sure if I'm a CAV member or not. How can I find out?
Please contact us and our Secretary will let you know.
Is there a fee to become a CAV member?
There is no membership fee.
Is CAV on social media?
Yes! We have a Facebook page where we regularly post updates and latest news. We also have an Instagram page for all our glorious photos and a Slack workspace for members who need to get s*&! done. Important announcements are also made by email.
When does my CAV membership end?
Memberships do not end automatically. You may end your membership by emailing us to tell us you no longer want to be a member.
I'm a CAV member but I'm not getting emails from you. Why is that?
We send the bulk of our important communications via email. Please ensure that [email protected] and [email protected] are on your ‘safe senders’ list or in your contacts. Please also check your spam folder (and the ‘Promotions’ inbox if you are a Gmail user). If none of these work, please contact us. We also cross-post important email announcements to Slack and Facebook.
I'm a CAV member. How can I access the Committee meeting minutes?
Minutes are posted to our Slack channel after each Committee meeting. Members can also contact us for a copy.
Common Arts Victoria acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land where we work and live, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong Boon Wurrung peoples of the Eastern Kulin, the Wotjobaluk, Jaadwa, Jadawadjali, Wergaia, and Jupagalk Nations of the Barengi Gadjin, as well as the Dja Dja Wurrung clans, and we pay our respects to Elders past and present.
We celebrate the stories, culture and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who also work and live on this land.
