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SUMMARY:Troy Cassar-Daley
DESCRIPTION:A true giant of Australian music\, Troy Cassar‑Daley brings his heartfelt stories and unmistakable voice to the festival as the 2026 headline act. A proud Gumbaynggirr and Bundjalung man\, Troy has spent more than three decades capturing the spirit of this country through his award‑winning songs. With 12 studio albums and countless accolades\, he’s loved for his honesty\, warmth and connection to community. Audiences can expect soulful favourites\, rich storytelling and the unmistakable charm that has made Troy one of Australia’s most celebrated artists.
URL:https://multiculturalfestival.com.au/performer/troy-cassar-daley/
CATEGORIES:Headliners & Special Events
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SUMMARY:Australian Girls Choir
DESCRIPTION:The Australian Girls Choir is one of Australia’s most celebrated youth choirs\, known for uplifting\, polished performances on stages at home and around the world. Founded in 1984\, the choir now includes thousands of young singers in training across Australia. The AGC has performed for global leaders and at major events\, toured internationally\, and proudly represents the nation in Qantas’ iconic I Still Call Australia Home campaigns. Expect a joyful\, inspiring performance that showcases talent\, teamwork and the power of young voices.
URL:https://multiculturalfestival.com.au/performer/australian-girls-choir/
CATEGORIES:Headliners & Special Events,Kids & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260207T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260207T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T035346Z
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SUMMARY:Fields of Belonging
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by 106.3’s Haylee Potts\, Fields of Belonging brings together athletes from the ACT Brumbies and Canberra Raiders for an inspiring panel discussion about the power of sport to connect communities. With stories from the field and beyond\, the players share how teamwork\, culture\, and shared passions create a sense of belonging for people from all corners of the world. It’s a lively\, heartfelt conversation celebrating the unifying spirit of sport.
URL:https://multiculturalfestival.com.au/performer/fields-of-belonging/
CATEGORIES:Headliners & Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260207T120000
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SUMMARY:Cricket World Cup
DESCRIPTION:Get up close to one of the most iconic prizes in world sport — the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Trophy. Celebrating Australia’s six historic wins and their most recent triumph in 2023\, the Trophy will be proudly on display at CMAG throughout the National Multicultural Festival. Fans can soak up cricket history\, snap a photo with the legendary silverware\, and enjoy an interactive experience that brings the excitement of ODI cricket to life. It’s a rare chance to stand face‑to‑face with a true sporting symbol.
URL:https://multiculturalfestival.com.au/performer/cricket-world-cup/
CATEGORIES:Activities & Workshops,Headliners & Special Events
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260207T110000
DTSTAMP:20260612T230313
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SUMMARY:Canberra Raiders & ACT Brumbies
DESCRIPTION:Get up close with some of Canberra’s favourite sporting stars at this special meet and greet with players from the Canberra Raiders and ACT Brumbies. Meet athletes who represent both teams and proudly reflect the city’s diverse multicultural communities. Grab a photo\, say hello\, and celebrate the shared love of sport\, culture and community in a fun\, relaxed festival setting.
URL:https://multiculturalfestival.com.au/performer/canberra-raiders-act-brumbies/
CATEGORIES:Activities & Workshops,Headliners & Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260206T220000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260206T230000
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SUMMARY:L-Fresh The Lion
DESCRIPTION:L‑FRESH The LION is one of Australia’s most influential hip hop artists\, known for his razor‑sharp lyricism\, powerful storytelling and electrifying live shows. Born and raised in South West Sydney and proudly of Sikh and Punjabi heritage\, he’s performed everywhere from the United Nations to WOMADelaide and SummerStage in New York. An ARIA nominee\, writer\, activist and creator of the Sydney Kings’ anthem WE THE KINGS\, L‑FRESH brings unmatched energy and message‑driven music to the festival stage. Expect raw honesty\, big beats and a performance that moves both heart and mind.
URL:https://multiculturalfestival.com.au/performer/l-fresh-the-lion/
CATEGORIES:Headliners & Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260206T214500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260206T230000
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SUMMARY:The Scotman's Ceilidh
DESCRIPTION:Ceilidh Connections brings the warmth\, wit and wild spirit of Scotland to Canberra. Led by Graeme McColgan—known to many as The Scotsman—this high‑energy traditional ceilidh blends rousing folk tunes\, singalong ballads and lively storytelling that transports audiences straight to the highlands. Celebrating the rich Scottish diaspora in Australia\, Graeme weaves music\, humour and heritage into a joyful performance that welcomes everyone onto the dance floor. Expect foot‑stomping rhythms\, soaring vocals and tales of migration and belonging\, all wrapped in that unmistakable Celtic charm.
URL:https://multiculturalfestival.com.au/performer/the-scotmans-ceilidh/
CATEGORIES:Folk & Traditional,Headliners & Special Events
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SUMMARY:Michael Hing
DESCRIPTION:Michael Hing is a multi‑hyphenate comedian\, actor\, broadcaster and podcaster with a sharp wit and a love of chaos. His stand‑up special Long Live the Hing is streaming now\, and in 2026 he hits the road with a brand‑new show\, Real Human Man. A familiar face on ABC\, SBS and Channel 10\, Hing hosts hit podcasts including Dragon Friends and Free to a Good Home. Award‑winning\, improvisation‑trained and endlessly inventive\, he brings big laughs\, brilliant storytelling and gloriously strange ideas to every stage. His parents still worry about him.
URL:https://multiculturalfestival.com.au/performer/michael-hing/
CATEGORIES:Comedy & Drag,Headliners & Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260206T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260206T173000
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CREATED:20260129T034049Z
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SUMMARY:National Multicultural Festival Opening Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:The National Multicultural Festival Opening Ceremony brings together performance\, poetry and community reflection to celebrate the strength and diversity of Canberra’s multicultural community. Audiences are invited to take part in the Multicultural Ribbon Tree\, adding messages of hope\, unity and cultural pride to create a living artwork. The ceremony also features an address from the Minister for Multicultural Affairs\, reflecting on the importance of diversity\, social cohesion and our shared future — setting the tone for a meaningful and uplifting festival weekend.
URL:https://multiculturalfestival.com.au/performer/national-multicultural-festival-opening-ceremony/
CATEGORIES:Headliners & Special Events
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