Yauar Warai Wandi - Sing, Dance, Gather

Under the cultural leadership of Lyndon Davis, Yauar Warai Wandi – Sing, Dance, Gather will bring together traditional dance groups from surrounding Gubbi Gubbi Country for the first time in over 20 years, in a celebration of traditional dance, song, music, language and storytelling. 

The day will also feature site responsive installations by Zartisha Davis & First Creatives, an Artists Trail featuring Sara Moore, Renee Mead and Nikita Newley, Jarjums Life Museum and live performances on the Sand Circle.

PROGRAM – subject to change

Dance Ground 1pm-6pm

Jarjum Life Museum workshops – 1pm to 5pm

Weaving workshops – 1pm-5pm

Artists Trail – 1pm-5pm

Middens – 2pm-5pm

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Yauar Warai Wandi - Sing, Dance, Gather is an afternoon, outdoor festival event held in a public park. This experience is a mix of performance, workshops, visual and audio elements, with dialogue in English and First Nations language(s). Audience members can choose the duration of their experience as the event goes for 5 hours.

There is some shade and limited seating available. Please bring what you need to be comfortable and dress for the weather. We recommend that you bring a towel, hat, umbrella, picnic rug or chair, insect repellent, water and picnic.

There will be some refreshments available for purchase as part of this event.

This experience is suitable for all ages and abilities.

This event may contain smoke and fire elements.