Mowanjum Aboriginal Art & Culture Centre :: Festival

MOWANJUM FESTIVAL 2026

The 27TH Mowanjum Festival - Saturday 29th August, 2026

Get ready for another amazing afternoon of workshops, followed by an evening of storytelling under the stars! We are proud to share our culture with so many people, and hope that Festival-goers will continue to learn about and appreciate the culture of the Ngarinyin, Woddordda and Wunambal Gaambera peoples. The performance and revival of Junba, traditional song and dance, is significant for our community, ensuring the passing on of knowledge and culture to the next generation.

Where: Mowanjum Art and Culture Centre, Gibb River Road, Derby.

Festival Date: Saturday 29th August, 2026.

Festival Tickets on sale NOW https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1491438

Sales at the gate from 2pm.

Adult - $45.

Youth (10 - 17) and Concession $25.

Child - free.

PRINCIPLE PARTNERS

Tourism WA | Lotterywest

SUPPORTING PARTNERS

Shire of Derby, West Kimberley | Dambimangari Aboriginal Corporation | Crestlink | Pardoo Beef Company | Willinggin Aboriginal Corporation | KALACC | Mowanjum Art Centre

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Dancers at Mowanjum Festival 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

What time does the Festival start?

Mowanjum Festival 2025 will start at 2pm on Friday, July 11th. From 2pm to 5pm there will be a series of workshops, an open art gallery and an opportunity to visit Mowanjum Museum. From 6pm the Corroboree and Junba performances by the Mowanjum community and special guests will begin.

Please note the Mowanjum art gallery and Mowanjum Museum will only be open from 2pm to 9pm on Friday, 11th July.

Where do I buy tickets?

Mowanjum Festival tickets will be available for purchase online and at the gate from 2pm.

Adult - $45

Youth (10 - 17) and Concession - $25

Child (under 10) - free.

How do I get there?

The Mowanjum Festival is held at Mowanjum Art and Culture Centre. We are located just off the Gibb River Road, 10km from Derby.

Is there parking?

Parking is available directly opposite Mowanjum Art and Culture Centre.

Is there public transport?

No sorry, it has been cancelled this year.

Can I camp?

There is no camping at Mowanjum Festival. There are many accommodation providers in Derby, including campgrounds, motels and hotels and bnbs. Please visit https://www.derbytourism.com.au/ for more information.

What should I wear?

Comfortable clothing, such as long pants and a long-sleeved shirt, and be prepared to rug up with a jumper or jacket at night.

Is the festival BYO?

The Mowanjum Festival is an alcohol and drug-free event. You are welcome to BYO snacks and water. Food and drink stalls will be operating at the Mowanjum Festival from 2pm.

What should I bring?

· A chair or rug to sit on.

· Mozzie repellant to keep the mosquitoes away.

· A warm jumper or jacket for when the sun goes down.

· Water and snacks.

· Your camera to help remember the Festival. Please be aware that photography is only allowed in public spaces. Photos may only be taken for personal use and not for commercial purposes.

· Your entry ticket.

What can I buy?

Our gallery will be open to the public from 2 to 9pm on Friday, 11 July. Mowanjum Festival t’shirts will also be available for purchase at the entry gate.

What time does Mowanjum Festival finish?

The Mowanjum Festival will finish around 9pm.