Open House is coming to Latrobe!

Across Saturday 10 + Sunday 11 October 2026, Latrobe will celebrate good design by opening up buildings, places and spaces, inspiring public engagement in conversations about the future of our towns and region.

You’re invited to participate–contact Open House Melbourne’s Program Manager Piera Maclean here.

Collaborator Information Session

Thinking about making a submission or want to learn more about the Open House Latrobe? Watch our online Information Session to hear from the from the Open House team about how the program works and tips and tricks for successful participation.

Review the PDF submission summary and take a look at last year’s Melbourne program archive to get a better sense of the breadth of programming types and locations.

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Key Dates Timeline (approximate)

Wednesday 10 December: Collaborator Information Session (online) – review here

February–March 2026: Program workshopping + development

End of June 2026: Finalise program content

July 2026: Print + web program development

Wednesday 26 August 2026: Program Launch (location TBC)

Friday 9 October 2026: Symposium event, afternoon/evening at GPAC

Saturday 10 + Sunday 11 October 2026: Open House Latrobe

Collaborator Commitment

For successful participation on the Open House Labtrobe we expect all Collaborators to:

  • Agree to Collaborator Terms + Conditions;
  • Hold necessary permissions and insurances to undertake the proposed program;
  • Have a knowledgeable, responsible person/s onsite to oversee the delivery of the program/event;
  • Submit all required content to meet Open House Melbourne deadlines for print and digital program and logistical planning;
  • Display Open House Melbourne signage onsite during the event;
  • Be prepared to deliver their event in inclement weather, unless the safety of Collaborators, Volunteers and visitors is deemed at risk in consultation with Open House Melbourne;
  • Promote their participation in the Weekend via their marketing channels.

Why participate?

“So many new faces through the door, and so many happy smiling faces on the way out. Open House Melbourne has been such a fabulous way for us to reach the broader community.”

“The sheer number of locals attending walking away with a deeper understanding and appreciation of our operations and history.”

“Interested, enthusiastic and curious participants that made the program a delight to run and share.”

2025 Festival Event Report

Chat to us!

Have an idea but not sure if it’s suitable?

We love to talk with prospective Collaborators, to help you better understand how the festival works and how you can maximise your participation. Contact us via info@ohm.org.au or +61 3 8648 8612 at any time to discuss your submission idea. Please do so well in advance to the submission deadline so we can best assist you.

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