2026 Warrnambool Multicultural Festival

WARRNAMBOOL MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL 2026

Come celebrate the many cultures, stories, flavours and talents that make our community so vibrant!

Join us for a FREE day of music, dance, food, culture, hands-on activities and community connection at the Warrnambool Multicultural Festival.

Saturday 7 November 2026
10am–3pm
Civic Green & Lighthouse Theatre, Warrnambool
FREE ENTRY

LIVE MUSIC & CULTURAL PERFORMANCES

Enjoy a vibrant program of performances from across Australia and around the world - from energetic Indian Rajasthani and Nepalese dances, Thai traditional dance, Chinese dance, Filipino and Indigenous Igorot dances, to Scottish Highland pipes and Irish traditional music.

The stage will also come alive with folk-pop, rock, jazz, Japanese City Pop, Vietnamese and Malaysian-Australian singing, contemporary performances and songs from across the globe.

And don't just watch - join in! The Igorot Indigenous Group will invite members of the public to take part in a traditional gathering dance.

TASTE YOUR WAY AROUND THE WORLD

Come hungry!

Explore an incredible range of food and drinks from local and regional businesses, including Nepalese momos, dumplings, bao, Balkan bites, Indian and Asian flavours, woodfired pizza, burgers, ice cream, donuts, slushies, coffee and more.

Whether you want a full meal, a sweet treat or something refreshing, there'll be plenty to tempt you.

HANDS-ON CULTURAL WORKSHOPS

Head into the Lighthouse Theatre foyer and get creative!

Take part in hands-on workshops and activities where you can make, create, learn and experience different cultures for yourself. There'll be opportunities for people of all ages to get involved - so don't just watch the festival, be part of it!

SHOP, CREATE & DISCOVER

Browse a wonderful mix of local makers, artists and small businesses, with handmade crafts, crochet, resin creations, crystals, Indigenous art, books, fresh produce and more.

You can even stop by for a henna design or enjoy balloon art for the little ones.

CONNECT WITH YOUR COMMUNITY

Meet local community organisations, cultural groups and services, including South West TAFE, South West Skills & Jobs Centre, South West Sport, Wannon Water, Women's Health and Wellbeing Barwon South West, Warrnambool Community Garden, The F Project and many more.

You'll also have the chance to connect with cultural and community groups celebrating their heritage, including the Dutch Community Group Warrnambool, Embroidered Hope – Colombia Friendship Initiative and others.

A DAY FOR EVERYONE

With 40+ stalls, live performances, hands-on workshops, cultural experiences, delicious food and family-friendly activities, there is something for everyone - whether you're coming with family and friends, discovering a new culture, supporting local businesses, or simply enjoying a great day out.

AND… WE’RE KEEPING ONE BIG SURPRISE UNDER WRAPS!

We can’t reveal everything just yet… but we’ve got a BIG act confirmed for this year’s festival, and trust us, you’ll want to see this one!

We’re keeping the details secret for a little while longer…

Follow the Warrnambool Multicultural Association page and join our mailing list to be the first to hear when we reveal our big surprise, plus updates about the festival and other exciting initiatives WMA is involved in throughout the year.

Who do you think it could be?

Stay tuned. The reveal is coming…

Come hungry. Come curious. Come ready to celebrate.

Let's celebrate the incredible diversity of Warrnambool and South West Victoria - together.

Everyone is welcome!

Free ticket booking and donation: https://www.multiculturalswvic.org.au/warrnambool

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