Shinju Matsuri - Festival Of The Pearl

23 August - 7 September 2025

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 Sunset Long Table Dinner, we highly recommend you purchase your tickets early as they will quickly sell-out!

See Festival Program here.

Discounted flights to Broome

The Affordable Airfares program offers a limited number of discounted seats on flights between Perth and Broome as well as Broome and Kununurra. Take advantage of the program to visit Broome and Shinju Matsuri with: 

• Virgin Australia discounted airfares from Perth to Broome from $179 and $199 one-way;
• Airnorth discounted airfares between Broome and Kununurra, from $199 one-way; and
• Nexus Airlines discounted airfares between Broome and Kununurra from $199 one-way. 

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