Zara's House Food Festival

Join us for a welcoming celebration of culture and community in the heart of Newcastle.

The Zara’s House Food Festival will feature unique food stalls offering authentic dishes from Nigeria, Ethiopia, Afghanistan, and Mongolia. Prepared by locals who are passionate about sharing their culture, each plate tells a story of tradition, identity, and resilience.

Alongside the food, enjoy live drumming and dance performances in an open, family-friendly setting at The Station.

Every dollar raised goes directly to Zara’s House, a Newcastle-based community centre supporting refugee and asylum-seeking women and their families through education, childcare, financial literacy, and essential support services.

Why attend?

• Enjoy delicious, culturally authentic food prepared by refugee and migrant community members

• Experience live music, dance, and drumming from diverse local performers

• Connect with the community and learn about the work of Zara’s House

• Know that your donation directly supports refugee women and families through programs that build confidence, independence, and opportunity