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SUMMARY:GATHAA NAIDOC Next Gen Market 2026
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate First Nations youth culture at the GATHAA NAIDOC Next Gen Youth Market this August 2026. Held at Jack Morgan Park in Coolum Beach on the Sunshine Coast\, this free\, family-friendly event features youth market stalls\, live music from Fred Leone and Grace Alexander\, hands-on craft workshops\, bushfood cooking\, and traditional Indigenous games\, offering a wonderful day out for local kids and parents. \nGATHAA NAIDOC Next Gen Market 2026\nGATHAA means “come together” and the GATHAA NAIDOC Next Gen Youth Market is an invitation to the whole community to gather\, create\, and celebrate First Nations youth culture. Deadly\, fresh\, and entirely mob-powered\, the Next Gen Market is where young First Nations people share their art\, music\, dance\, storytelling\, products\, and big ideas with the community. \nThe day will feature youth market stalls\, live music and performances from Fred Leone\, Grace Alexander\, and emerging First Nations artists\, arts and craft workshops\, bushfood cooking demonstrations\, traditional Indigenous games\, a didgeridoo circle\, weaving circle\, and the chance to meet First Nations mentors and creatives. \nWhether visiting to shop\, learn\, support young entrepreneurs\, or simply spend the day connecting with community\, there is something for everyone. This is a free\, family-friendly\, mob-led event that welcomes everyone to experience First Nations culture\, creativity\, and next-generation youth energy. \nFirst Nations young people aged 8 to 21 are also invited to get involved by performing\, running a stall\, showcasing artwork\, or participating behind the scenes. Participants will also have the opportunity to connect with the GATHAA Next Gen Mentoring Program\, linking young people with First Nations artists\, performers\, creatives\, and entrepreneurs to build confidence and develop new skills. Expressions of interest can be submitted via the link below. \nThe GATHAA Next Gen Youth Market is proudly supported through funding and partnership from organisations committed to creating opportunities for the next generation of First Nations young people. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Sunday 23rd August 2026\, 9am – 2pm \nWhere: Jack Morgan Park\, 5 Elizabeth St\, Coolum Beach 4573 \nCost: Free entry \nMore information: here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/gathaa-naidoc-next-gen-market/
LOCATION:Jack Morgan Park\, Park Street\, Coolum\, Qld\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity,Markets,Sunshine Coast Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gathaa First Nations Market":MAILTO:gathaa.markets@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260418
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SUMMARY:First Nations Family Fun Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Aboriginal culture at the First Nations Family Fun Day 2026\, hosted by the Kabi Kabi and Jinibara Peoples at the historic Bankfoot House as part of the Australian Heritage Festival. Enjoy a full day of ochre painting\, bush foods\, storytelling\, live music\, and a Corroboree featuring traditional dance and a smoking ceremony. With workshops\, kids’ activities\, market stalls\, and guided tours\, this is one of the Sunshine Coast’s must-attend cultural events of 2026. \nFirst Nations Family Fun Day 2026\nJoin Kabi Kabi and Jinibara Peoples for a vibrant day of culture\, stories\, and hands-on activities for all ages\, held in the stunning grounds of Bankfoot House as part of the Australian Heritage Festival. \nThroughout the day\, visitors can enjoy ochre painting\, bush foods tasting\, cooking demos\, storytelling\, market stalls\, food vans\, and guided tours of the historic Bankfoot House precinct. \nDon’t miss the Corroboree featuring a smoking ceremony\, traditional dance\, and didgeridoo performance.\nThe day’s program includes a Welcome to Country at 10am\, followed by the GATHAA First Nations Markets\, live music\, and spear throwing with TribalLink. Kids activities are available throughout the day with Sunshine Coast Biosphere and Libraries.\nAt 10:30am\, join My Dilly Bag for a Cook Up\, and at 11am head to a Paint Up session with Ocher Bee. At 12pm\, don’t miss the Gubbi Gubbi Dance Performance\, followed at 1pm by a Blak Botanics workshop (tickets $10). The event wraps up at 2pm. \nVisitors can also tour the old house\, take in the exhibition at the Mary Grigor Centre\, or enjoy a self-guided tour through the Shed. \nFirst Nations Family Fun Day\nWhen: Saturday 18th April\, 10am-2pm \nWhere: Bankfoot House\, 1998 Old Gympie Road\, Glass House Mountains \nCost: Free\, ticketed event. \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/first-nations-family-fun-day/
LOCATION:Bankfoot House Heritage Precinct\, 1998 Old Gympie Road\, Glass House Mountains\, Queensland\, 4518\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Book in advance events,Free Activity,Sunshine Coast Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sunshine Coast Council":MAILTO:events@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au .
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251109
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SUMMARY:GATHAA First Nations Twilight Market
DESCRIPTION:GATHAA First Nations Twilight Market\nThe GATHAA First Nations Twilight Market offers a vibrant celebration of First Nations culture\, creativity\, and community. Visitors can browse more than 15 stalls featuring handmade gifts\, bushfoods\, art\, jewellery\, clothing\, and homewares -perfect for thoughtful Christmas shopping. \nThe event will feature live music and cultural performances by the Triballink Sunrise Dancers\, bushfood demonstrations and tastings with My Dilly Bag\, and a range of creative workshops and children’s activities. Guests can also enjoy native-inspired dishes from local food truck Nooks & Cooks. Free entry and family-friendly\, with no pets permitted. \nThis special market is part of the Sunshine Coast Biosphere Festival \nGATHAA First Nations Twilight Market event details \nWhen: Saturday 8th November\, 3pm – 7pm \nWhere: HOPE DREAMING VISITOR CENTRE\, 7 Caloundra Rd\, Caloundra West 4551 \nCost: Free entry  \nMore information: GATHAA First Nations Twilight Market
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/gathaa-first-nations-twilight-market/
LOCATION:Hope Dreaming Visitor Centre\, 7 Caloundra Road\, Caloundra\, Queensland\, 4551\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Christmas Markets,Sunshine Coast Events
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