Yirrkala Yarrapay Music and Dance Festival 2027
Sarah Pagel · 21 June 2026
The Yarrapay Festival is an annual community event held in Yirrkala, Northeast Arnhem Land, celebrating the rich cultural heritage and artistic talents of the Yolŋu people. The festival showcases a vibrant mix of music, dance, art, and traditional practices, offering attendees an immersive experience into Yolŋu culture, featuring performances by local and national First Nations artists.
What Yirrkala Yarrapay Music and Dance Festival offers
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Where you'll be
Roy Marika Stage at Buku-Larrnggay Mulka Centre
138 Tuffin Rd, Yirrkala, NT 0880, AustraliaLocal Currency: AUD
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21 June 2026
