Shinju Matsuri - Festival of the Pearl

26 August - 10 September 2023

Experience some of Broome’s unique culture with Shinju Matsuri, or the Festival of the Pearl, a true Broome institution!

For many years now the Australian South Sea Pearl has been the prize rather than the mother of pearl. September traditionally marks the end of the pearl harvest season, when the fortunes of the pearl farmer are told. What better time to celebrate?

Shinju Matsuri will tempt your senses with an exciting whirlwind of colour, sound, taste and smell as the community shares this beautiful locale with the world and the people who call it home.

If you're thinking about attending any of the ticketed Shinju events, including the Makan Dulu or Sunset Long Table Dinner, we highly recommend you purchase your tickets early as they will quickly sell-out!

See Festival Program here.

Visit shinjumatsuri.com.au for more details.

Shinju Matsuri Events

Broome Courthouse Markets - Saturday

The Broome Courthouse Markets are held in the beautiful Heritage listed gardens of the Broome Courthouse. Started over 25 years ago by a small group of locals wishing to trade local product, they have

Shinju Matsuri Festival Hub

Located at Broome’s new Town Beach precinct overlooking the iconic Roebuck Bay, the Festival Hub is the home and heart of Shinju Matsuri 2023. Come and enjoy a sunset drink at the festival bar, take

Shinju Matsuri Lotterywest Opening Ceremony

Celebrate the opening of Shinju Matsuri with a very special Yawuru Welcome to Country, and cultural performances before the traditional waking of Sammy The Dragon. The ceremony will mark the start of

Broome Courthouse Markets - Sunday

Shinju Matsuri Livelighter Float Parade

Every year, to mark the opening of the Shinju Matsuri Festival, the Broome community pays homage to their cultural backgrounds in this colourful float parade through the town centre. The parade starts

Shinju Matsuri Mardi Gras

Following on from the Float Parade join us for the LIVELIGHTER Mardi Gras! A vibrant evening of performances and entertainment by dance schools, schools, scouts and other community groups. Food and

Broome Thursday Night Markets

The Thursday Night Markets are held at the Town Beach Reserve on Robinson Street every Thursday night from from June to September. Enjoy local cuisine, live music and a variety of local stallholders.

Chinatown Feast - Shinju Matsuri

Experience the finest Broome cuisine made by a collaboration of talented local chefs. Chinatown Feast is a starlit Hawkers Market with a Broome-style twist. Held in the heart of Broome on the streets

Broome Thursday Night Markets

The Thursday Night Markets are held at the Town Beach Reserve on Robinson Street every Thursday night from from June to September. Enjoy local cuisine, live music and a variety of local stallholders.

Shinju Matsuri 2023 - Jetty Gala

Take in the beauty of Broome’s world famous Roebuck Bay at our Jetty Gala, set amongst the iconic mangroves on Town Beach Jetty. Delight your senses as you indulge in a celebration of Kimberley

Broome Courthouse Markets - Saturday

Broome Courthouse Markets - Sunday

Floating Lantern Matsuri - Shinju Matsuri

Send your message out to the universe in one of the most symbolic ways possible at The Floating Lantern Matsuri. Whatever your message is, watch it float in glowing unison with all the other messages

Broome Thursday Night Markets

The Thursday Night Markets are held at the Town Beach Reserve on Robinson Street every Thursday night from from June to September. Enjoy local cuisine, live music and a variety of local stallholders.

Broome Thursday Night Markets

The Thursday Night Markets are held at the Town Beach Reserve on Robinson Street every Thursday night from from June to September. Enjoy local cuisine, live music and a variety of local stallholders.

Broome Courthouse Markets - Saturday

Shinju Matsuri Sunset Long Table Dinner

Indulge in an opulent night dining under the stars at our premier dining event, the Sunset Long Table Dinner on spectacular Cable Beach. Renowned as one of the most exclusive dining tables in WA

Broome Courthouse Markets - Sunday

Shinju Matsuri Livelighter Festival Finale

A finale concert to celebrate the end of Shinju Matsuri 2023 Join us for a dazzling display of fireworks and special performances from locally acclaimed artists. Bring a picnic or sample the delights