What's On | Australia's North West

Experience more in the Kimberley and Pilbara with world class events.

With consistent fine weather for months on end comes a line-up of fantastic outdoor events set against some of the most stunning natural backdrops you will ever see. See all events here.

Planning an event? You can submit your event for inclusion in the events calendar here.

Corona Virus COVID-19 UPDATE

Please note that due to restrictions placed on non-essential indoor and outdoor gatherings by the Federal and State Governments, some events in the North West have been cancelled, or postponed until later in 2020. These include:

The Karjini Experience

The Ord Valley Muster

Cable Beach Polo

Broome Country Race Rounds

FeNaClNg Festival, Karratha

Kimberley Art Prize, Derby

Chinatown Discovery Festival, Broome

Kununurra Dam to Dam Dinghy Race

The Gibb Challenge

Lake Argyle Swim - ‘rolled-over’ for one year to Saturday 1st May 2021.

Derby Boab Festival

We are continuing to update our events pages as soon as information is available. If you have any specific questions about events, we recommend that you contact the event organisers directly.

Major Regional Festivals

Karijini Experience

Over five days during the April school holidays, discover magnificent Karijini National Park in unexpected ways, immersing yourself in the landscape, the culture and the sensual joys of the region.

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Ord Valley Muster - Kununurra

Take a trip to Kununurra for ten days of discovery, adventure, fun, music and food!

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Shinju Matsuri - Broome

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

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Sports and Fishing

Derby BULLARAMA

DAHS Derby Outback Bullarama Friday 7th of August, 6pm start! 'Bulls, Broncs and Barrel Racing' Full Bar Facilities & Food Stalls Live Entertainment with “Third Wheel” Adults: $20 Kids: $10 (under 5

Kununurra Half Marathon 2020

Sandalwood Sanctuary Kununurra 1/2 Marathon 14th June 2020 "Dry Season" running weather at its best - so get those running shoes on and crack to it! If the body and mind are not ready for the full 21

Derby Mud Crab Races

Derby is the only place in the whole world this event happens. Consider yourself a fine judge of racing flesh? Relish the idea of owning a stake in a winner? Handle the pressure of a close race? You

Lake Argyle Swim

Lake Argyle Swim postponed until Saturday 1st May 2021 The Lake Argyle Swim Committee has resolved to ‘Roll-Over’ the scheduled 2020 First National Kimberley Lake Argyle Swim for one year to Saturday

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Family Friendly Events

Derby BULLARAMA

Derby Boab Festival - Make Smoking History Mardi Gras

2020 event cancelled Derby comes alive with amusements, colour, music, art and food. Family-friendly entertainment on the big stage from 5.30 pm. Featuring live music from local and touring bands

2020 Rhythm & Ride Rodeo, Campdraft & Country Music program

2020 Rhythm & Ride Rodeo, Campdraft & Country Music program Rhythm & Ride is a two day nationally affiliated sporting, cultural, and entertainment program commencing with an ABCRA Campdraft, Junior

Broome Horse Racing - Race 3 - Family Day

CANCELLED Race 3 - Family Day 20 June 2020 Thoroughbred horse racing in Broome has evolved out of the dust and the Broome Turf Club has arguably become one of the most progressive race clubs in

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Markets

Broome Courthouse Markets - Saturday & Sunday

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

Broome Staircase Markets - Every Full Moon

The Staircase Markets are held each night of the Staircase to the Moon at Town Beach Reserve in Broome. Wander around the colourful local stalls under the stars, sample the tastes of Broome cuisine

Kununurra Markets

The Kununurra Markets are on every Saturday morning from 8:00am-12:00pm during the dry season (April-September) at White Gum / Warlarring Park The markets feature a wide variety of stalls including

Port Hedland Discovery Park Staircase Markets

Experience our twilight markets at Discovery Parks - Port Hedland. An evening under the stars showcasing local market stalls, food vendors, and family activities. Enjoy direct viewing access of

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Country Race Rounds & Rodeos

Enjoy the thrill and spectacle of race rounds and rodeos in Broome, the Kimberley and the Pilbara!

Broome Horse Racing - Race 2 - Members Day

CANCELLED Race 2 - Members Day 13 June 2020 Thoroughbred horse racing in Broome has evolved out of the dust and the Broome Turf Club has arguably become one of the most progressive race clubs in

Broome Horse Racing - Race 6

CANCELLED Race 6 - 24 July 2020 Thoroughbred horse racing in Broome has evolved out of the dust and the Broome Turf Club has arguably become one of the most progressive race clubs in Australia, whilst

Broome Horse Racing - Race Eight- Ladies Day

CANCELLED 11 August 2020 Be a part of one of the highlights of Broome’s social calendar and join the sea of colourful dresses on Ladies Day. The Broome Turf Club comes alive with exciting racing and a

Port Hedland Horse Racing

CANCELLED May 16, 2020 The Port Hedland Turf Club has a long and proud history. Ever since their very first race meet in 1902, they have been entertaining the Pilbara’s racegoers every year with

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Eat & Drink

Pearl Meat Cook Off 2020 - Shinju Matsuri

Willie Creek Pearls proudly presents Pearl Meat Cook Off 2020 for Shinju Matsuri. Broome's best chefs will create pearl meat masterpieces that 'celebrate the spirit of Broome' as they compete for the

Shinju Matsuri Festival of the Pearl

Shinju Matsuri’s 50th Anniversary Event Shinju Matsuri confirmed to return in 2020! 29 August to 6 September 2020 Experience some of Broome’s unique culture with Shinju Matsuri, or the Festival of the

A Taste of Broome

2020 Event Dates to be announced A Taste of Broome is a multi-arts performance, cuisine and culture-based event focused on the unique Indigenous multiculturalism within the community of Broome. Learn

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Arts & Culture

Sonus2 in Broome

The Sonus2 Tour features Kimberley singer-songwriters Olive Knight and Stephen Pigram, alongside Iranian percussionist Esfandiar Shahmir, cellist Tristen Parr, and flautist Tos Mahoney. The artists

Shinju Matsuri Festival of the Pearl

Sonus2 Tour

The Sonus2 Tour features Kimberley singer-songwriters Olive Knight and Stephen Pigram with a cross-cultural ensemble of instrumentalists, Iranian percussionist Esfandiar Shahmir, cellist Tristen Parr

Cossack Art Awards

18 July - 9 August 2020 For three weeks across July and August, the small town of Cossack comes alive with hundreds of vibrant artworks showcasing the very best artistic talent across the Pilbara and

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Music

Derby Boab Festival - Make Smoking History Mardi Gras

2020 event cancelled Derby comes alive with amusements, colour, music, art and food. Family-friendly entertainment on the big stage from 5.30 pm. Featuring live music from local and touring bands

Sonus2 Tour

The Sonus2 Tour features Kimberley singer-songwriters Olive Knight and Stephen Pigram with a cross-cultural ensemble of instrumentalists, Iranian percussionist Esfandiar Shahmir, cellist Tristen Parr

A Taste of Broome

2020 Event Dates to be announced A Taste of Broome is a multi-arts performance, cuisine and culture-based event focused on the unique Indigenous multiculturalism within the community of Broome. Learn

Shinju Matsuri Festival of the Pearl

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Festivals

Corrugated Lines: A festival of words

July 31 - August 2 2020 Broome's annual writers festival Mark your calendar for the 2020 Corrugated Lines festival, and stay tuned for more event details! For more information, see the festival

Floating Lantern 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

Derby Boab Festival

The Boab Festival is back, bigger, better and brighter in its 59th year. Join us during the July school holidays for a two week celebration of the West Kimberley lifestyle. We kick off on Friday July

Pearl Meat Cook Off 2020 - Shinju Matsuri

Willie Creek Pearls proudly presents Pearl Meat Cook Off 2020 for Shinju Matsuri. Broome's best chefs will create pearl meat masterpieces that 'celebrate the spirit of Broome' as they compete for the

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