NOLA block party

Image of three blue table tennis tables with people playing table tennis at each table.

Image of a crowd of people making illustrations on four white panels.

Image of a cardboard tray of rice paper rolls and brown hoisin sauce.

Image of people playing with hoola hoops. Hayley Hoopla is dressed in a blue and pink sequin dress.

Image of a crowd of people on a blue basketball court. There are white umbrellas and wooden crate seating.

RMIT, NOLA and the Metro Tunnel Creative Program was the collaboration trio we were all waiting for!

On Wednesday 8 March at RMIT A’Beckett Urban Square, we brought in the 2023 university year and hosted the ultimate block party.

The event featured a DJ zone with live performances from emerging artists and activities including table tennis and cornhole. Performers roamed the square and there was an opportunity to show off your creative flair with a NOLA-inspired interactive artwork.

Plenty of delicious free food and giveaways were available on the day thanks to the wonderful local businesses in the NOLA precinct!

About NOLA

NOLA (North of La Trobe) is a precinct identity created by the Metro Tunnel Project to support the residents and businesses impacted by construction at the new State Library Station.

Bounded by Swanston, La Trobe, Elizabeth and Victoria streets, NOLA is a place to explore and discover unique cafes, restaurants and shops and there’s something for everyone.