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.

YAUAR WARAI WANDI UPDATE

We are looking forward to you joining us this coming Saturday for Yauar Warai Wandi - Sing, Dance, Gather as part of Horizon 2025.

There has been an enormous amount of interest in the afternoon so, we are just asking that you come prepared! Just a few things to be mindful of for the day:

PARKING

There will be limited parking along Stumers Creek Road, and we are recommending that if you are travelling by car, we advise you park on David Low Way and walk along Stumers Creek Road toward the beach. Alternatively, there is street parking along First Avenue, Second Avenue, Springfield Avenue and Ann Streets.

There will be a turnaround point towards the end of Stumers Creek Road where you can offload passengers and then go park. Please be mindful of pedestrians and go slow. Thank you!

PUBLIC TRANSPORT

Public transport is another great option. The following transport lines have routes that pass near Stumers Creek Road. Bus: 620, 622, 630. Use the Translink Journey planner to plan your trip.

BIKEPARK

Through Sunshine Coast Council’s ThinkChange program promoting sustainable travel alternatives to car use, Horizon presents the BikePark concept which provides secure, free parking for your trusty bike, scooter or skateboard. So ditch the car, beat the traffic and get VIP parking at our signature events at Stumers Creek Park, Coolum.

BE PREPARED

The day is about coming together to sit, gather and share. We invite you to bring whatever you need to make yourself comfortable for the day. The weather is looking like it may shower and be windy as well, so we recommend that you bring:

• Camp chairs or other seating - there will be designated areas for seating around the dance circle so everyone can view clearly.
• Food and snacks and drinks to keep you going.
• Picnic mats and/or towels.
• Hat, sunscreen, poncho or umbrellas - you just never know!
• Comfortable shoes! Warm clothing!
• Your swimmers - there’s a big beach so why not use it!
• A torch - if you are attending the Sunset Ceremony, we have some lighting but its always an idea to bring something to help you find your way home!

Lastly, we just ask that you bring your energy and good vibes to this amazing moment created by Lyndon Davis. Please be patient, respectful and embrace the beauty of Gubbi Gubbi and Jinibara Country and People.