The European Embassies Opening Ceremony officially launches the European Union Delegation’s program at the National Multicultural Festival. Join representatives from European embassies as they welcome festival‑goers and mark the beginning of a shared celebration of culture, connection and collaboration.
Officials from the Federation of Chinese Association of ACT, Federation of Chinese Community of Canberra, ACT Chinese Australian Association, Australian Guangxi Friendship Association and the Australian School of Contemporary Chinese will come together to officially open their Chinese Showcase programs…
Celebrate the beauty of language and culture with performances from Canberra’s community language schools! Students and teachers take the stage with recitations, songs and stories that highlight the significance of traditional costumes and cultural practices in their native languages. Allied…
Council of Italo Australian Organizations (CIAO) Italian Flag Throwers return to the National Multicultural Festival with a dazzling display that always stops crowds in their tracks. Their vibrant, traditional flag‑throwing performance transforms the fountain precinct into a burst of colour,…
The Federation of Chinese Associations (FCA-ACT) of the ACT presents a vibrant display of traditional Chinese culture, featuring the dynamic rhythms of the waist‑drum dance, elegant classical dance and impressive martial arts demonstrations. With colourful costumes, festive energy and rich…
Prosperous Mountain Lion Dance, Canberra’s premier lion and dragon dance team, joins forces with Melbourne’s Soaring Dragon to deliver an unforgettable cultural spectacle. Across the festival weekend, audiences will experience authentic, high-energy performances featuring vibrant costumes, rhythmic drumming and breathtaking…
Celebrate the world’s oldest living cultures through music, dance, storytelling and connection. Beginning with a Welcome to Country by a Traditional Custodian, this vibrant program features local performers and cultural ambassadors sharing traditions with pride. Enjoy all-day entertainment and explore…
Step into the elegance of Vietnam’s imperial past with a mesmerising Nhã nhạc performance, an artform recognised by UNESCO for its profound cultural significance. Once central to royal ceremonies of the Nguyễn Dynasty, Nhã nhạc blends intricate instrumentation, graceful dance…
Prosperous Mountain Lion Dance, Canberra’s premier lion and dragon dance team, joins forces with Melbourne’s Soaring Dragon to deliver an unforgettable cultural spectacle. Across the festival weekend, audiences will experience authentic, high-energy performances featuring vibrant costumes, rhythmic drumming and breathtaking…
Feel the energy as the Pacific Island Showcase Association brings Stay Fresh Saturday back to the National Multicultural Festival! This electrifying celebration features Pasifika talent from Canberra, across Australia and the Pacific—blending traditional dances with contemporary island vibes. Known for…
The Federation of Chinese Associations (FCCCI) of the ACT presents a vibrant display of traditional Chinese culture, featuring the dynamic rhythms of the waist‑drum dance, elegant classical dance and impressive martial arts demonstrations. With colourful costumes, festive energy and rich…
Australia Nepal Friendship Society (ANFS) in Canberra returns to the National Multicultural Festival with a colourful celebration of Nepalese culture that grows brighter every year. This vibrant showcase blends traditional and contemporary elements, featuring dynamic group dances, soulful folk music,…
