ACT Community Sector NAIDOC Event - 11th Anniversary

Celebrate 11 Years of the ACT Community Sector NAIDOC Event!

Join us for the 11th Anniversary of the ACT Community Sector NAIDOC Event! Since its inception in 2015, this celebration has become a cherished tradition, growing year by year in size, spirit, and significance.

We hold this event later in the year to take advantage of Canberra’s milder weather, ensuring a more comfortable and enjoyable experience for everyone. While NAIDOC Week is officially celebrated in July, we believe that recognition and celebration of First Nations peoples should happen year-round. Hosting our event at this time allows us to continue the spirit of NAIDOC beyond the designated week, reinforcing our commitment to ongoing cultural respect and inclusion.

What to expect

• Welcome to country & smoking ceremony: Open the event with a welcome to country and smoking ceremony.
• Live performances: Enjoy entertainment from talented Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists.
• Children’s activities: Participate in free Indigenous art workshops and other fun school holiday activities.
• Market stalls: Discover unique arts and crafts from local Aboriginal businesses.
• Yarning circle: Engage with inspiring stories from prominent Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members.
• Complimentary food & drinks: Savor free refreshments throughout the day.

A Look Back at Our Journey

Originating at The Smith Family site with just five community sector organisations, the event has grown to become a cornerstone of NAIDOC celebrations in the ACT. In 2019, we moved to Woden Town Square to accommodate increasing attendance, and we’ve continued to thrive ever since.

For the second year running, the event is held in October to enjoy warmer weather during the school holidays. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the rich traditions and vibrant stories of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

We can't wait to see you there!

 

 

Are you an Aborignial and Torres Strait Islander business or organisation?

You could have the opportunity to showcase your products or services for free at this event. To apply to be a stallholder, please complete the expression of interest for stallholders and email it to Shara Fowler at [email protected]. 

Click here to download the expression of interest form for stallholders.