Warami
Discover First Nations music, food, dance, and traditions in Parramatta!
Warami brings together a program of events and activities celebrating traditional and contemporary First Nations culture in the City of Parramatta and across the country. The program is developed in consultation with representatives from the local Dharug community.
Warami (pronounced Wah-ra-mee) is a Dharug word meaning ‘good to see you’. Calling Parramatta home for over 60,000 years, Warami recognises the Burramattagal people’s connection to the land and community.
Our 2025 program features three key events: National Sorry Day {link to event page} on Monday 26 May, the Ngana Birrung concert featuring hip hop artist Kobie Dee on Tuesday 27 May and the Burramatta NAIDOC outdoor festival on Saturday 12 July.
What’s On
Monday 26 May, 10am – 1pm
Join us for a day of acknowledgement, reflection and healing as we gather in Parramatta Square to honour the Stolen Generations.
Free entry, all welcome.
22 – 27 May
This stellar concert series is returning to Parramatta, Campbelltown and Penrith featuring some of the best First Nations music talent in Australia.
The line up will be headlined by hip hop star Kobie Dee and supported by emerging artists.
All shows are FREE and open to all ages!
Burramatta NAIDOC
Saturday 12 July
Bring your family and friends to a major outdoor event in Parramatta Park celebrating First Nations culture with a music concert, workshops, dance performances and market stalls.
Free entry!
More information to be announced soon.
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Warami Artwork
Kamilaroi/Gamilaraay artist Dennis Golding has created a beautiful artwork referencing the Parramatta River for our Warami 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.
With thanks to our Sponsors & Partners
Burramatta NAIDOC is proudly presented by City of Parramatta Council in partnership with Parramatta Park.
