Jing Lei brings the soul of Chinese music to the stage with heartfelt performances in Mandarin. Her repertoire spans traditional folk tunes, classical poetry, and melodies passed down through generations. Using authentic vocal techniques, Jing captures the beauty and emotion…
Botswana-born and Australian-raised, KG is a powerhouse of talent—an Afro and Hip Hop musician, DJ and qualified Afro dancer with over 20 years of experience. Backed by his band and dancers, KG delivers an electrifying live show that blends music,…
Grevillea Quartet brings global flavour to Canberra with a vibrant program spanning six countries—Italy, France, Germany, Czechia, China and Thailand. Known as one of the city’s most adventurous chamber ensembles, they’ve performed everywhere from Parliament House to the Goulburn Performing…
Let Ricardo and Roberto Steyer take you on a musical journey to Brazil! Known as the Steyer Brothers, this talented duo has been captivating audiences for over 20 years with their mastery of classical and 7-string guitar. Their show, Violão…
Ugandan‑Australian comic and poet Anisa Nandaula brings whip‑smart, world‑wise humour to the stage, blending the personal and political with effortless charm. From racism to relationships, religion to class, her punchlines have racked up 50M+ views and 200K+ followers across socials.…
Karisha & The FunKaars light up the stage with a high‑energy fusion of East‑meets‑West sounds. This seven‑piece Canberra band blends Indian classical, folk and spiritual music with jazz mash‑ups, Bollywood beats and irresistible grooves. Led by Karisha, a classically trained…
Canberra Dragon Dance brings spectacular energy and tradition to the festival with two breathtaking performances. At night, meet Yuki the Snow Dragon, a dazzling LED dragon gliding gracefully to the beat of drums and clash of cymbals, blessing all who…
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…
Immerse yourself in the fiery passion of southern Spain with Paco Lara and Deya Miranda Giner. Paco Lara, an internationally acclaimed guitarist from Jerez de la Frontera—the birthplace of flamenco—brings technical brilliance and soulful artistry to the stage. With over…
A fierce line‑up of First Nations drag superstars takes the stage for the National Multicultural Festival’s first ever Deadly Deities showcase. Hosted by the unstoppable Mama MadB, this high‑energy celebration features show‑stopping performances from El Beauty, Tina Cox, NoeDee, SISTAboy…
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…
Kaarj is a Nepali-Bhutanese Australian DJ whose sound reflects the heartbeat of Canberra’s multicultural community. Raised in the capital and deeply proud of her heritage, she creates electrifying sets that fuse global rhythms with contemporary beats. Expect a vibrant mix…
