Mechanics Lane
Mechanics Lane is located in the heart of Castlemaine, on the corner of Frederick Street and opposite the library.
It’s an outdoor space that runs live music, performances and community events.
For more information contact Sam Thomas, Creative Programs Officer, on 03 5471 1700 or s.thomas@mountalexander.vic.gov.au.
The use of the space on the corner of Mechanics Lane and Frederick Street is thanks to Telstra.
Mechanics Lane summer program 2024-2025
Local musicians and artists took over the public space in the warmer months with live music, performances and DJs, a dance class, sound healing, and more. The summer program finished in March 2024, and EOIs for the 2025-2026 season will open toward the end of the year.
- Sonic Arcana - live electronic music
- Club Unity - street party
- Street Latin Dance/Summer Salsa - dance class
- Sound Journey for the Soul - meditative sound journey
- Seal Prince and the Roof Rats - folk/rock band
- aplegate - five-piece band
- Gecko - alt-rock trio
Public art in Mechanics Lane
The Mechanics Lane temporary public art program supports local artists to create new visual arts experiences in a well-visited local laneway. When work goes up, we will post about it here.