Friends of St James Cathedral Art & Craft Exhibition 2026
Exhibition Opening
6pm July 29th
Open from
July 30th - August 9th
Opening Hours
Daily 10am - 2pm
Saturdays 10am - 5pm
Opening by Mayor Nick Dametto
6pm Wednesday July 29th
Announcement of Art Prize “Townsville Icon” will be made at the Opening
Cathedral Tours
11am
Saturday August 1st & 8th
Sunday August 2nd & 9th
St James Cathedral is widely acknowledged as an important building in Townsville and is a major landmark on Melton Hill, being seen from many places around the city.
Explore its artwork and learn about its interesting 134 year history.
A WEEKEND OF MUSIC AND ART August 1st - 2nd
Celebrate Creativity in the Heart of the City
This vibrant event is designed to encourage visitors to explore the Cathedral and its beautiful gardens, whilst enjoying live performances and artistic displays throughout the day.
Artists will be creating and showcasing their work both inside the Cathedral and around the gardens, offering a unique opportunity to witness art in progress.
Musical highlights include soloists and small ensembles, providing a delightful soundtrack for your visit.
All are welcome—come along for a relaxing day filled with music, art, and community spirit.
August 1st Program
Rumi Dunlap
10.30am
Talented a cappella singer and recorder player will perform a variety of pieces with "Love Music ' as a theme
Rumi has loved singing in the Cathedral since the late 1990s
Cathedral Tour
11am
Explore the artwork in the Cathedral and learn a little of the history of this iconic Townsville building
NQ Corallium Choir
12 noon
A Townsville-based chamber choir, specialising in early music (i.e. music from the medieval, renaissance and early baroque periods).
The Palmers
12.30pm
Josh and Meredith will sing
Josh Weston, pianist
August 2nd Program
Eucharist
9.00 am
Join us for our weekly Communion Service
Cathedral Organ
The original organ, built by Brindley & Foster of Sheffield England, was a gift to the Diocese of North Queensland from Miss M.E. Holland. It was originally installed in St James’ Church in 1884. This was a two manual (2 keyboards) and pedal instrument of ten stops and it was installed by Mr. T. C. Christmas of Brisbane.
Cathedral Tour 11am
Explore the artwork in the Cathedral and learn a little of the history of this iconic Townsville building
Brass under the Arches
4pm August 8th
A concert of Brass Ensembles from across Townsville
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