27 February – 1 March 2026
Cobargo Showground, NSW
The incredible artist lineup is here! Get ready for three days of diverse folk, roots, First Nations, spoken word, storytelling and Kidbargo. Featuring over 70 amazing acts across multiple stages and venues.
Plus workshops, dance sessions, spontaneous music jams, and the famous community spirit that makes Cobargo so special!
A special event to mark the 30th anniversary of the Handback of Booderee National Park to the Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community Council. This anniversary celebrates three decades of caring for Country. Culture and Community.
Join us to commemorate this milestone with free live music, Cultural performances, family-friendly activities, Blak Markets, panel discussions, kids’ entertainment and food stalls.
Forster Neighbourhood Centre, 3 Lake Street, Forster NSW 2428
Worimi Elders, Forster Neighbourhood Centre and Big Sing Community present Big Sing by the Sea, a musical Worimi cultural experience. In 2025 language choirs from Birrbay, Yuin and Gumbayngirr Country will come together with non-Aboriginal people to sing and learn together.
After a weekend of singing and learning each other's songs in language, a concert is held for family and friends.
Carriageworks, 245 Wilson Street, Everleigh NSW 2015
Join us in celebrating the third annual Aboriginal Languages Week from 19 to 26 October with a range of programming activities, resources and Community events across NSW to celebrate and showcase Aboriginal Languages.
Let's reflect and honour the ongoing work of Communities speaking Languages on Country and share the innovative ways Languages are being revitalised across generations.
The Week kicks off with the Aboriginal Languages Festival - a free, family-friendly festival for the whole community on 19 October at Carriageworks, Everleigh.
At the heart of this year’s celebrations is the NSW Aboriginal Languages Festival, a fun-filled day for the whole family celebrating NSW first Languages!
What can you expect?
The festival will feature a line-up of Aboriginal musicians, dance performances and Language lessons.
Market and food stalls, craft workshops, goodies, panel, Youth forum and activities tailored for children will also be on offer providing something for everyone.
Who is it for?
The festival is an open invitation to the whole NSW community to listen, learn, and celebrate Aboriginal Languages across NSW. It is suitable for all ages, with something for everyone!