11am
Kiama Culture Fest
Saturday 10 October 2026 | Hindmarsh Park, Kiama
What to expect
Culture comes alive in the heart of Kiama
Hindmarsh Park comes alive for Kiama Culture Fest with live dance, music, hands-on activities, family-friendly fun and flavours from across our community.
From Brazilian drumming and Bollywood dance to lion dancing, henna, African drumming and plenty to get involved in, there'll be something happening throughout the park from 11am to 5pm.
Across the festival
What's happening at a glance
A quick look at some of the performances, activities and cultural experiences happening throughout the day.
Plan your day
Event Program
Live performance, dance and cultural experiences throughout the day at Hindmarsh Park.
Orry Kelly Stage 11am–5pm
The Orry Kelly Stage program will be Auslan interpreted, with accessibility support from Uniting.
11.10am
Gadhungal Marring performance
12pm
Blackbird Academy of Irish Dance
A lively Irish dance performance from Blackbird Academy of Irish Dance.
1.25pm
Peruvian Dance Showcase & Workshop
Join us for an interactive Peruvian dance experience!.
2pm
Learn to Bellydance with Ellie
Join Ellie for an interactive belly dancing session.
2.30pm
Samba Brazil
Live Brazilian drummers, Samba dancers, Capoeira, acrobatics, Lambada and audience interaction.
3.15pm
Nachle Illawarra Bollywood Experience
A vibrant Bollywood performance filled with colour, music and movement.
4pm
YKM Lion Dance Performance
Traditional lion dance with live percussion.
Get hands-on
Workshops & creative experiences
Make something, learn something new and get involved. Drop into free workshops throughout the day, or plan ahead for one of our smaller bookable sessions.
Free & drop-in
Come and have a go
No bookings needed. All ages welcome.
Mosaic Paper Plates with Kylie Morrison
Explore mosaic-inspired pattern and design in a creative activity drawing on traditions found across the Mediterranean and West Asia, including Greek, Turkish and Persian art.
Turkish Tile Painting with Deniz Ahishali
Try your hand at traditional Turkish tile painting and create your own colourful design inspired by this distinctive decorative art form.
Traditional Shell Art with Marrawanggan
Join Marrawanggan (Mermaid) for a hands-on Djal (Shell) Art Workshop celebrating culture, creativity and connection to Gadhu (Saltwater) Country. Create your own djal bana box while learning about the cultural significance of shellwork to Yuin and Dharawal Miigay-Miigay Gadhu (Saltwater Women).
Crochet for Connection with Boni Maywald
Come together for a relaxed crochet session celebrating creativity, community and connection. Experienced crocheters and complete beginners are equally welcome.
Spanish Abanicos
Decorate a traditional-style Spanish folding fan with colourful patterns, florals and your own creative designs, while discovering the fan's long connection with Spanish fashion, social life and dance.
Book a spot
Small-group workshops & performances
Places are limited for these sessions.
Harmony Dimple Cups with Zeynep Testoni
Create a personalised dimple cup using traditional pinch-pot techniques, then add a word, symbol or icon with cultural, linguistic, religious or personal meaning.
Two one-hour workshops. 20 places per session.
Book now
Watercolour with Heidi Uhlig
Join German artist Heidi Uhlig for a relaxed still life workshop inspired by her German heritage. Explore composition, colour and watercolour techniques using a Bavarian-inspired still life arrangement.
Ages 14+. Maximum 10 people. All materials provided.
Bookings opening soon
The Potato Island with Pierre Filliez
A joyful, music-filled puppet adventure for families about friendship, courage and the power of sharing. Expect songs, shadow theatre, audience participation and plenty of mashed mayhem.
50-minute puppet performance followed by a 60-minute puppet workshop.
Bookings opening soonAll day
Around Hindmarsh Park
Drop in throughout the festival from 11am–5pm.
11am–5pm
African Drumming
11am–5pm
Free Face Painting
Free activity
Colour Run
11am–5pm
Kiama Library Cultural Activities
11am–5pm
Express Henna Tattoos
Free activity
Foam Tunnel
11am–5pm
Inflatable Day Club
Dance Party With Global DJ
11am–5pm
Sensory Tent
With Accessibility Partner Uniting
After 5pm
Keep the celebrations going
Culture Fest wraps up in Hindmarsh Park at 5pm, but there are a couple more reasons to stick around.
5pm
Belly Dancing Show
Saltwater Café Kiama
5pm–7pm
Global DJ
By The Sea
Plan your day
Find your way around
From the Orry Kelly Stage to activities, workshops and food, use the festival map to find your way around Culture Fest.
Food & flavours
A Taste of Culture
Our local business operators represent a wide range of cultures and are expressing their heritage through street food for you at the festival.
Indian Street Food
By The Sea
Traditional Indian flavours served up for Culture Fest.
Turkish Street Food
Saltwater Café Kiama
Turkish-inspired street food from one of Kiama's local favourites.
Mexican Street Food
Kiama Leagues Club
Mexican street food bringing bold flavours to Culture Fest.
Macedonian Food
Macedonian Welfare Association
Traditional Macedonian food with delicious sweet and savoury flavours.
Asian Fusion
Uncle Fukus
Asian fusion takeaway buns packed with flavour.
More flavours are on the way
More food vendors and Culture Fest menus will be announced soon.
Plan your day
Frequently asked questions
A few handy things to know before heading to Kiama Culture Fest.
Kiama Culture Fest will be held on Saturday 10 October 2026 from 11am–5pm in Hindmarsh Park, Kiama.
Yes. Entry is free, with plenty of free entertainment and activities throughout the day.
Yes. Culture Fest is designed for all ages, with plenty for kids and families to see and do throughout Hindmarsh Park.
Yes. Local businesses will be sharing street food, flavours and dishes inspired by their cultural heritage. See A Taste of Culture above for the latest menus.
The Orry Kelly Stage program will be Auslan interpreted, with Uniting joining Culture Fest as our Accessibility Partner.
No general admission booking is required. Simply come along to Hindmarsh Park and enjoy the festival.
Hindmarsh Park is in central Kiama and within easy walking distance of Kiama Station, the town centre and surrounding parking. There will be a shuttle bus runnimg from Kiama Leisure centre to the Kiama Leagues Club between 10am-5pm. The last shuttle bus will leave from the leagues club at 4:40pm.
The main festival in Hindmarsh Park runs from 11am–5pm. Afterwards, catch a belly dancing show at Saltwater Café Kiama from 5pm or a Global DJ at By The Sea from 5pm–7pm.
With thanks to
Our supporters
Proudly supported by
Hosts
Accessibility Partner
