NAIDOC Week painting activities

NAIDOC Week painting activities

National NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia in the first week of July each year (Sunday to Sunday), to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC events are an opportunity to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth.

Kakadu National Park is hosting a day of celebration at Bowali Visitor centre on Friday 10 July. We will be providing on site activities, art and cultural workshops, a free BBQ, kids games and crafts and more.

Program of events:

10 am - 12 pmChildren's shows in the theatre
10 am - 2 pmTraditional Painting*
Weaving (women only)*
Spear throwing (men only)*
10 am - 2 pmOutdoor games
11 am - 2 pmBininj Cook up
12 - 1 pmFree BBQ
2 pmNAIDOC Cake

*Some workshops have limited capacity, arrive early to secure a place.

When

Friday 10 July 2026

Where

Bowali Visitor Centre, Jabiru

Price

Free

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