Burramatta Day
From 11am on Saturday 11 July 2026
The Crescent, Parramatta Park
Discover First Nations music, food, dance and traditions at Burramatta NAIDOC
Join us for a free outdoor event in Parramatta Park with an incredible concert line up. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the traditions and contemporary culture of Parramatta’s local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.
Catch Stiff Gins, Akala Newman, Cooee and more on the Next Generation Concert Stage.
Explore the colourful market stalls selling art, fashion, jewellery and more.
Enjoy family activities and cultural workshops.
Grab something tasty to eat or a hot drink.
All welcome, free entry!
Next Generation Concert Stage
JGet ready for an unforgettable celebration of First Nations music this July at Burramatta NAIDOC. Don’t miss Australia's longest-performing all-Indigenous female group, Stiff Gins, ethereal and electric artist Akala Newman, and the poetry, song and visual art storytelling of Cooee. Stay tuned—the full program and timings will be announced soon!
Market stalls and food
Explore the market stalls at Burramatta NAIDOC, where you'll find everything from vibrant beach towels and adorable baby clothes to stunning jewellery, one-of-a-kind artwork, and fascinating cultural artefacts.
With an array of food vendors on site, you can grab a hot meal, tasty dessert or your favourite coffee while soaking in the atmosphere.
Workshops and Cultural Activities
Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of First Nations culture at the Burramatta NAIDOC workshops. Learn directly from skilled artists and cultural practitioners as you explore weaving, art, traditional dance, and more. Stay tuned - the full program and timings will be announced soon!
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Warami Artwork
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Join Jessica Tobin for a free workshop exploring First Nations art.
Jessica is a Dharug artist, born in the Blue Mountains with ongoing connection to her traditional Country. She is a descendent of the Boorooberongal and Wumali clans of the Dharug, the traditional custodians of the Greater Western Sydney region. She is currently an Artist Educator at the Museum of Contemporary Art and works as a freelance artist and designer.
11am - 1pm: Weaving Workshop
11am - 1pm: Weaving Workshop
Baramadagal women of the Darug speaking peoples Heidi Duncan, Jayne Christian and their family will hold space for a weaving workshop.
Drop in to this free, all‑ages, hands‑on weaving workshop. Explore traditional weaving techniques in making a bangle and learn about the cultural significance of weaving as a practice of storytelling, connection and community.
11.30am - 12.30pm: Dance Workshop
11.30am - 12.30pm: Dance Workshop
Join Jannawi Dance Clan, a First Nations dance company who encompass modern urban and traditional Aboriginal dance styles with traditional music.
Artistic Director, Peta Strachan is a proud descendant of the Dharug people, of the Boorooberongal clan of NSW. Peta is a professional dancer choreographer, teacher and costume maker with over 31 year’s experience in the industry.
FAQs
National Sorry Day is a day of acknowledgement and reflection that recognises the mistreatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who were forcibly removed from their families and communities, now known as the Stolen Generations. It is a time to reflect and acknowledge the ongoing impacts of this history.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and civic leaders will honour the significance of National Sorry Day at a gathering with Smoking and Welcome Ceremonies, workshops and performances.
This event is free and open to everyone to attend.
The event will be held at the Dharug Circle, Parramatta Square on Tuesday, 26 May from 10am-1pm.
Yes, a sausage sizzle will be available for purchase during the event and drinking water stations located around Parramatta Square.
The event will move to Parramatta Town Hall in the case of wet weather or extreme weather conditions. For the latest updates, please check our AT Parramatta Instagram and Facebook pages.
Yes, Parramatta Square is accessible for wheelchairs and prams.
Yes, public toilets are available at PHIVE, located nearby.
The closest free parking option is Westfield Parramatta, which offers up to 3 hours of free parking.
We also encourage attendees to consider public transport, with Parramatta Station just a short walk away.
Warami is Parramatta’s season of First Nations events bringing people together to honour, connect and learn on Dharug Country.
Warami is a Dharug word meaning ‘good to see you’. Parramatta is named after the traditional owners, the Burramattagal of the Dharug Nation.
Our 2026 program features two key events: National Sorry Day on Tuesday 26 May, and the Burramatta NAIDOC outdoor festival on Saturday 11 July.
National Sorry Day is part of the broader Warami program, which includes additional First Nations events and activities across the city. Visit the Warami webpage to explore the full program.
Acknowledgement of Country
For over 60,000 years the Parramatta area has been home of the Burramattagal people, a clan of the Dharug, who settled along the upper reaches of the Parramatta River. City of Parramatta respectfully recognises the Traditional Owners of the land and waters of Parramatta, the Dharug people, and pay our respects to the Elders past, present and emerging. We extend our respect to all First Nations people visiting these sites.
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