Head On Photo Festival 2025

The Head On Photo Festival 2025 is back this November, transforming Sydney into a photography haven with major exhibitions at Bondi Pavilion Gallery and outdoor displays throughout Paddington Reservoir Gardens and along Bondi Beach.

Since 2010, Head On Photo Festival has been your gateway to discovering stunning photography from across the globe by talented emerging and established Australian and international photographers. It’s the perfect chance to experience the world through captivating images and connect with fellow photography lovers.

Key dates

• Festival submissions: Closes 23 March 2025
• Photo Awards entries: entries open May/June
• AddOn open call: opens August
• Festival launch: 7 November
• Festival dates: 7-30 November

The 2025 festival is supported by Waverley Council, City of Sydney, international governments, local small businesses and the private sector.