What's On in Byron Bay

Haven is proud to be pairing two artists working at the meeting point of dance music history and contemporary club practice. Friday 06th March. SPRAY // Initially sprouting as a reissue label project for pyro + freaky prog, the innate desire for the sound resulted in lockdown tracks and mixes, and the natural step of becoming a producer moniker/DJ. Rooted from Ireland, and now based in the ‘Hollywood for DJs’ that is Berlin, Spray has quickly made noise for seminal crews such as Radiant Love, Soulseekers Allowance and HÖR. Taste the satiating sound on the debut EP for Craigie Knowes, breaking the formulaic tendency of trance to add essential freakiness, breaks, and wigged out prog; quite the potent brew. The live sound is a blend also, as on the decks Spray has one hand dusty from digging into the past, whilst the other gleams through indulging in the present. Essential for all heads-down prog movers seeking twisted momentum and glistening rhythms. Pangaea // Changing Channels // Haven positions itself as a one-of-a-kind temporary venue where people can celebrate music and connect with their community before the building is inevitably redeveloped. The entire space is built entirely with salvaged materials; a nod to the space's transient nature. The impermanence of the space becomes part of its power, building urgency and turning each night of unique programming into a rarity. The venue's story is also shaped by the history of the building. An old Woolworths site now being transformed into a venue for culture. The installation led by Oliver Buckworth, Katsu Yokoyama and Zelimir Harasty takes guests to a street scene in a densely populated city, where culture, sound and life overlap. There’s traces of Kowloon city, 80’s anime, Wong Kar Wai films and Tokyo listening bar culture. Tickets are limited and expected to move very quickly. Info on the artists below. We acknowledge the Arakwal people of the Bundjalung Nation, the Traditional Custodians of the land on which this event takes place. We recognise their enduring connection to Country, culture, and community, and we pay our deepest respects to Elders past and present. We also extend that respect to all First Nations people in attendance.

Paint to a live soundtrack at Haven Gallery. Guided, social, expressive — and you leave with a finished artwork. BRUSH 'N BEATS at Haven Gallery is where art meets sound. This is a guided painting session set to a live DJ and curated soundtrack — immersive, social and creatively energising. We begin from one featured artwork as a shared starting point, then you make it your own through colour, detail and expression. It’s structured enough to help you finish a complete piece, but open enough to feel personal and relaxed. No experience needed. Your ticket includes all painting materials (canvas, paints, brushes, apron), a 2.5 hour guided session, live DJ and curated soundscape, plus a welcome drink on arrival. As a bonus, ticket holders receive half-price entry to Haven Gallery to explore the space. No experience needed — just come ready to create. Art. Sound. Flow.