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

Shinju Matsuri

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

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

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

Derby Mud Crab Races

Saturday 6th June 2020 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

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Family Friendly Events

Derby Boab Festival - Horizon Power Float Parade

2020 event cancelled Watch the cavalcade of colour as the float parade makes its way through the heart of town and kicks off this year’s Boab Festival. Floats are put together by various Community

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

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

Mowanjum Festival - Derby

Mowanjum Arts and Cultural Centre invites you to experience the unique art and culture of the Worrorra, Ngarinyin and Wunambal people at this special one-night celebration. The 2020 Mowanjum Festival

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Markets

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

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

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

Derby CWA Community Markets -Every Saturday

CWA Community Markets are held every Saturday from February to December. Regular stalls include produce, food & drinks, plants and art & crafts.

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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 1

CANCELLED May 30 2020 The Broome Turf Club is carved out of bushland at picturesque Gantheaume Point, just a stone's throw from world-famous Cable Beach. This idyllic location perched on the Broome

Port Hedland Horse Racing

CANCELLED May 31 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

Derby Horse Racing - Derby Cup

CANCELLED 27 June 2020 The 2020 Derby Cup will be bigger than ever, top quality racehorses from across WA battle it out for rich prize money and handsome trophies. Variety of food available, on course

Roebourne Horse Racing - Furphy Race Day – Mad Hatters

CANCELLED July 11th 2020 Join in the fun of fashion faux pas and crazy hats! We are celebrating the lighter side of racing fashion in a laid back race day setting. SKY Racing Network coverage. Crazy

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Eat & Drink

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

Derby Mud Crab Races

Saturday 6th June 2020 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

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

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Arts & Culture

Mowanjum Festival - Derby

Mowanjum Arts and Cultural Centre invites you to experience the unique art and culture of the Worrorra, Ngarinyin and Wunambal people at this special one-night celebration. The 2020 Mowanjum Festival

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

Red Country Music Festival

The Festival is a family friendly event that brings the local community together for a weekend of great music and talented Indigenous and Non-Indigenous artists. The festival has been created by

Kimberley Writers Festival

Be inspired, entertained and connected at the Kimberley Writers Festival in Kununurra from 7 to 9 August 2020. The festival program will include workshops, readings, a literary breakfast, and more

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Music

Outback Fusion Festival 2020

Come to the heart of the Pilbara to discover music, food, art and culture from around the world! The Shire of East Pilbara is proud to present another Outback Fusion Festival from 28th-30th August

Red Country Music Festival

The Festival is a family friendly event that brings the local community together for a weekend of great music and talented Indigenous and Non-Indigenous artists. The festival has been created by

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

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

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Festivals

Fortescue Festival

The annual Fortescue Festival has been a part of Newman for close to 30 years. This fantastic event draws in people from across the Shire of East Pilbara and gives the Shire’s population an

Derby Boab Festival - Horizon Power Float Parade

2020 event cancelled Watch the cavalcade of colour as the float parade makes its way through the heart of town and kicks off this year’s Boab Festival. Floats are put together by various Community

Red Country Music Festival

The Festival is a family friendly event that brings the local community together for a weekend of great music and talented Indigenous and Non-Indigenous artists. The festival has been created by

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

See all festivals