Breaking Barriers: FESTURI Multicultural Festival Will Be Making History (11 July, 2026) in Cherbourg Aboriginal Community
FESTURI Multicultural Festival Comes to Cherbourg During NAIDOC Week (11 July 2026)
On Saturday 11 July 2026, during NAIDOC Week, the FESTURI Multicultural Festival will mark an important milestone — expanding into the Cherbourg Aboriginal Community for the first time.
Delivered by DC World Entertainment, this special edition of FESTURI represents a meaningful step forward in the festival’s ongoing commitment to cultural exchange, inclusion, and community-led celebration.
Running from 10:00am to 4:00pm, the one-day festival will bring music, culture, and community together in a way that is both respectful of place and responsive to local voices.
A New Location, A Shared Celebration
FESTURI has built a strong reputation for celebrating multicultural expression through music, dance, and cultural performance. The move into Cherbourg Aboriginal Community reflects a deliberate effort to expand FESTURI’s footprint while deepening its community partnerships.
Rather than simply bringing a festival into a new location, this event is designed to be developed with the community, creating opportunities for local participation, performance, and storytelling.
Music That Resonates
Music plays a powerful role in connection and expression, and this year’s program has been shaped with the community in mind.
Cherbourg has a strong love for reggae and roots-influenced music, and this will be reflected in the festival lineup. The program will feature:
- Reggae and Afro-Caribbean grooves
- Multicultural music and dance performances
- Community-focused acts that reflect shared histories and global influences
Alongside visiting performers, the festival aims to support and showcase Cherbourg artists, creating pathways for local musicians, performers, and presenters to take part in the event.
Community Involvement at the Core
A key objective of FESTURI in Cherbourg is active community involvement. The festival will work to ensure that local voices are represented not only on stage, but also in the way the event is shaped and delivered.
By creating space for Cherbourg artists to perform and present, FESTURI seeks to support cultural pride, creative expression, and inter-community connection.
NAIDOC Week: A Meaningful Time
Holding the festival during NAIDOC Week adds important context and significance. NAIDOC Week is a time to celebrate the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and FESTURI’s presence during this period is guided by respect, acknowledgement, and collaboration.
The festival provides an opportunity for people from different backgrounds to come together, listen, learn, and celebrate culture through music and shared experience.
Looking Ahead
The Cherbourg edition of FESTURI represents an important step in the festival’s evolution — one that prioritises place, people, and participation.
As FESTURI continues to grow into new locations, its focus remains the same: creating inclusive cultural events that bring communities together through music, respect, and shared celebration.
Event Details
- Event: FESTURI Multicultural Festival – Cherbourg
- Date: Saturday 11 July 2026
- Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
- Location: Cherbourg Aboriginal Community
- Delivered by: DC World Entertainment
- Occasion: NAIDOC Week