NAIDOC Week 2025 Events
Across the country, in every state and territory, hundreds of events are being held to celebrate NAIDOC Week.
One of the best ways you can get involved in NAIDOC Week and engage with your local Aboriginal community is to commit to attending one of these events, joining together with hundreds of others as we celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Below is a list of NAIDOC Week events in every capital city. This is not an exhaustive list, and there are many events happening in other cities, and regional and rural areas, so please take time to find out what events are happening in your local area (tip: Search NAIDOC Week events on the NAIDOC website here, and Facebook is a good place to find NAIDOC Events). We will be updating this webpage in the lead up to NAIDOC Week, 6-13 July.
Sydney / Warrane, NSW
NAIDOC Family Fun Day
Saturday 5th July, 10am-3pm
Paul Keating Park, Bankstown
This fun and inclusive event will feature performances from First Peoples artists, workshops, stalls, a free BBQ and more.
NAIDOC in the City (Details Pending)
City of Sydney Local Government Area
An annual celebration showcasing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures through music, dance, food, and art.
EORA NAIDOC Family Fun Day
Thursday 10th July, 10am - 3pm, Carriageworks
Inner City NAIDOC Family Fun Day is organised by the Eora NAIDOC Community Group this event will feature performers of Aboriginal Dancers, Singer Songwriters, Musicians, Bands, Elders Space, Jarjum Activities, BBQ Lunch and more!
Brisbane / Meanjin, QLD
Logan NAIDOC Family Fun Day
Tuesday 9th July, 9am
Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct, 270 Jacaranda Ave, Kingston 4114
Join in at Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct for NAIDOC 2025! Enjoy a flag raising ceremony, live music, dance, cultural workshops, food trucks, a free BBQ, kids’ activities, and more. Celebrate and honour Indigenous voices, traditions, and achievements as we work together for a future led by First Nations stories and leadership.
Musgrave Park Family Fun Day
Friday 12th July, 9am-5pm
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane
Musgrave Park Family Fun Day delivers a family-friendly festival of live entertainment and activities that showcase aspects of First Nations People, culture and heritage; through performing arts, education, traditional foods, arts and crafts, to contemporary aspects promoted by Indigenous Entrepreneurs.
YAGGARA KAKKA Brisbane NAIDOC
Sunday 6 July, 10am-6pm
City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane City
Celebrate the 2025 NAIDOC theme of ‘the Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy’ with a mix of traditional and contemporary performances, information and food stalls, and arts and craft activities.
Melbourne / Naarm, VIC
Flag Raising Ceremony
Monday 7th July, 8:30am - 10am
Federation Square
The annual Flag Raising Ceremony officially marks the beginning of NAIDOC Week in Victoria. It brings members of the community together to publicly commemorate the importance of NAIDOC week. The event honors continued connection to culture, country, and language of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples with a Smoking Ceremony, Welcome to Country and a moment of silence for our people who have gone before us.
VIC NAIDOC Community March
Friday 11th July, 10am
Victorian Aboriginal Health Service
NAIDOC WEEK CELEBRATION 2025
Saturday 12 July, 10AM-5PM
The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia, Fed Square
Free Entry
Celebrate the 2025 NAIDOC Week and the theme, The Next Generation: Strength, Vision and Legacy with a day of free festivities dedicated to sharing First Nations art and culture with the whole family. Get creative in artist-led workshops, learn how bark paintings are made and relax with a storytime featuring favourite children’s picture books. Plus, see cheeky renditions of beloved camp dogs and dingoes in the Cats & Dogs exhibition – kids go free with any adult ticket purchase
Canberra, ACT
Reconciliation Place Walks
Monday 7 - Friday 11 July 2025. Tours will run from 10am-11am
Take a meaningful step toward understanding, respect and unity by joining us for a guided tour that explores the rich histories, cultures and contributions of First Nations peoples. Join tour guides for a tour of the captivating artworks along Reconciliation Place
By better understanding our past, we become a voice for generations; embracing the spirit of reconciliation and paving the way for a move inclusive Australia.
Adelaide / Tarndanya, SA
NAIDOC SA March and Family Festival
Friday 11 July 2025, 11:00 am – 5:30pm, Tarntanyangga (Victoria Square)
NAIDOC March, 11am Friday, leaves from Tantanyangga (Victoria Square) to Parliament House (Traffic Management & Police Escort). Gather at Tarntanyangga (Victoria Square) at 10.30am for a 11.00am start. March proceeds down King William Street to Parliament House.
Family Festival, 12pm - 4 pm
Friday 12th July, Elder Park (after the March). Please make your way and join the festivities. This is a free community event.Over 50 stall holders from Government and Non-Government organisations, Men’s Zone, Women’s Zone, Elders Zone, Be Active Zone, Small Business Zone and Children’s Zone, Amusements Rides, Workshops, Food Vendors and free concert.
Perth / Boorloo, WA
NAIDOC Week Flag Raising Ceremony
Monday 7 July, 1.30pm to 2.30pm
South Perth Community Hall. Free, all welcome
Darwin / Gulumerrdgen, NT
Garrmalang Retrospective Photographic Exhibition
June 3 - July 30
This special photographic retrospective honours the powerful moments, faces and stories that have shaped Garrmalang Festival over the past 10 years. From the first gathering in 2014 to today, the exhibition captures the heart and spirit of a festival that continues to connect, inspire and uplift community on Larrakia Country.
Join us for the official opening and take a visual journey through the history of the NT’s dedicated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts and cultural festival. Find out more.
Hobart / nipaluna, TAS
Information about NAIDOC Week events across Lutruwita / Tasmania can be found on the Reconciliation Tasmania Website and Tasmania Aboriginal Centre website