Fostering community through art and events.
We facilitate participatory events that give people the opportunity to create, form connections, and explore new possibilities.
Community noticeboard
Important and current information posted as it comes to hand.
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Underland 2026 will be held on 23–28 September*. The theme is Threshold!
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CAV is planning to expand Underland to a 5 night event. A decision to add another night, or keep the 4 night schedule, will be determined one month before Underland 2026, and it will be based entirely on whether enough ticket holding members have registered to support as volunteers. If you would like to step up and do your part to make the extra night happen, then check out the volunteer roles that are available and complete a Volunteer EOI Form, or email [email protected], and we’ll get in touch to help find a role that works for you.
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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.
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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 head to this page on the Underland website for the details on how to complete your expression of interest. The window for submissions closes at midnight on 28th February 2026.
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
Join us to get involved!
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 by completing a member application form. From May to October we aim to approve applications fortnightly. Outside 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 acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands where we live and work, and where we host our event, 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 these lands.