NAIDOC Regional Guide
Discover what’s happening across the Sunshine Coast throughout NAIDOC 2026.
Image: Triballink Team at the NAIDOC Week Flag Raising, Nambour, 2025. Photo: Red Handed Productions
Held in the first week of July each year, NAIDOC Week is a celebration of the histories, cultures and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
The 2026 theme “Fifty Years of Deadly” celebrates five decades of proud, unyielding First Nations voices, honouring the past, empowering the present, and carrying forward a future of culture, identity, and continued resistance led by community.
Each year our community comes together at events and activities across the month of July to celebrate NAIDOC. All community members are welcome to join in the celebrations.
Explore what’s happening below.
Sunshine Coast NAIDOC Family Fun Day
5 July | 10am - 4pm | Kings Beach Amphitheatre, Caloundra QLD *FREE EVENT*
Join us at Kings Beach amphitheatre, Caloundra! Come and celebrate 50 years of NAIDOC with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. Everyone is invited to celebrate, learn and share in this community event. The day will include live performances from First Nations artists and community, markets, music, cultural workshops, storytelling and FREEBIES!!!
Kids aged 12–18yrs also have the chance to showcase their deadly performance skills at Murri’s Got Talent 🎤🔥
Spots are limited, so get in quick and secure yours by entering in here!
Bring a blanket, smile and the whole family! Everyone welcome!
NAIDOC Flag Raising Ceremony
7 July | 10am - 12pm | Nambour Library Forecourt, Nambour QLD *FREE EVENT*
Council's annual flag raising brings together our community on Kabi Kabi Country, Nambaa, to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The program will include speeches, performances and activities celebrating this year’s theme: 50 Years of Deadly. This event is free, but registration is essential!
Wear Your Culture - 50 Years of Deadly Namba NAIDOC
7 July | 1pm - 3pm | Nambour Library, Nambour QLD
Celebrate NAIDOC with your community, make something to wear and show your support for 50 years of NAIDOC. Badge making, community bunting, lino printing and afternoon tea - this is a free community event, everyone is welcome! This NAIDOC Week Activity is delivered with funding support from the National Indigenous Australian’s Agency.
Undumbi Culture NAIDOC-Festival of the Harvest
11 July | 1pm - 5pm | Baringa Forest Park, Baringa QLD *FREE EVENT*
Join us on Kabi Kabi Country for Festival of the Harvest, a free NAIDOC celebration hosted by Undumbi Culture. This vibrant community event brings people together through music, dance, storytelling, bush tucker and hands-on cultural experiences. Enjoy performances, Indigenous markets, live music and fun kids’ activities including art, games, face painting and dance. A celebration of culture, connection and community—everyone is welcome.
NAIDOC GALA Sunshine Coast 2026 - The Dreaming Collective
18 July | 6pm - 11pm | The Shed, Aussie World, Palmview QLD
Join us for the Dreaming Collective Sunshine Coast NAIDOC Gala 2026, celebrating the milestone theme “50 Years of Deadly” on Kabi Kabi Country at The Shed, Aussie World. This special evening honours the strength, resilience and cultural brilliance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Enjoy live performances, arts, awards and a two-course dinner, as community, artists and allies come together for a night of connection, celebration and Blak excellence.
GATHAA NAIDOC Week Celebrations
5-12 July | TBC *FREE EVENT*
Join GATHAA First Nations Markets this NAIDOC Week 2026 as we celebrate “50 Years of Deadly,” honouring the strength, pride and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Across the week, enjoy vibrant markets and gatherings featuring First Nations businesses, live music, cultural performances, bushfood experiences and creative workshops for all ages. Stay tuned as venues and locations are announced soon.
NAIDOC Week Hands-On Activities - Sunshine Coast Council Libraries
4 - 11 July | 10am - 12:30pm | Coolum, Kawana, Caloundra, Nambour, Maroochydore Libraries *FREE EVENT*
Celebrate NAIDOC Week at Libraries with hands-on activities. Discover the natural colours hidden all around us in a Botanical Eco-printing workshop and explore the storytelling traditions of Aboriginal culture through dot art. Drop in to your local library to browse the curated book displays.
Want to discover more First Nations events? Head to Sunshine Coast Events and explore the First Nations category. Find more events happening across the country on the NAIDOC website.
Contact First Nations Partnerships for more details.