Start planning your festival events and happenings with the Digital 2025 Shinju Matsuri Festival Event Program.
The 2025 festival starts with the Northside Rentals Shinju Matsuri Opening Ceremony on Saturday 23rd of August from 4pm- 6pm, at Town Beach. This fun, family friendly event kicks off a 16-day celebration of Broome’s vibrant culture, as we explore the unique history and rich multicultural tapestry of our community through an exciting array of events!
Join us at Town Beach to celebrate the official opening of Shinju Matsuri with a special Yawuru “Welcome to Country”, speeches and a variety of performances, before the traditional of Waking of Sammy the Dragon.
What's on at the PASPALEY PEARLS Festival Hub
Our Shinju Festival Hub is located at Town Beach overlooking picturesque Roebuck Bay. We’re excited to offer an exciting program of activities for the whole family.
Festival Hub Bar sponsored by Stone & Wood is open daily from 12-9pm.
Join Matt's Filipino Cuisine open daily from 12pm til 8pmfor a beautiful dining experience at the Shinju Hub
– Fragrant, comforting bowls of Laksa
– Fresh dumplings made with love
– A selection of drinks both alcoholic and non-alcohol drinks from the bar to complement your evening
Friday 5th September
- 6pm-8pm Spoken Word by Magabala Books
Saturday 6th September
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Final events!
Lions Dragon Boat Regatta
Saturday 6th September
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Town Beach, Broome
Note: team entries have now closed.
The Shinju Matsuri Dragon Boat Race is back! Join us for an unforgettable day on the water at Town Beach! A festival favourite, the Shinju Matsuri Dragon Boat Races bring the ancient Chinese tradition of dragon boating to the turquoise waters. VIEW EVENT DETAILS
Dragon Boat Races
With origins dating back more than 2,000 years, dragon boat racing began as a cultural ceremony in China to honour ancestors, celebrate community, and mark the changing of the seasons. Today, it is recognised worldwide as both a sport and a vibrant cultural celebration.
In Broome, the races honour this heritage while adding our own local festival spirit. Teams of 18 paddle fiercely over a 200m course — with 16 paddlers, one steer-person, and a drummer setting the rhythm to keep the boat in perfect unison. The beating drum, the splash of paddles, and the cheering crowd make for an exhilarating spectacle on the bay.
Join us at Town Beach to witness this thrilling mix of culture, competition, and community — a true celebration of Shinju Matsuri’s multicultural heart.
Shinju Hub Choir: Stella Moon & The Soulwater Singers
Live Music: Stella Moon & The Soulwater Singers at the Shinju Matsuri Festival Hub on SATURDAY 6 SEPTEMBER from 5.30pm - 8pm. Come join in the singing fun at the Hub Saturday evening! Lyrics will be projected for all to see! We will be singing classics from a range of artists such as Cold Chisel, Adele, Cold Play, Pigram Brothers, Warumpi Band, U2, The Beatles, Tina Turner and many More,
Shinju Matsuri's Sand ‘n Sounds
Friday 5 September 2025
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Join us for Shinju Matsuri’s Sand ‘n Sounds! Guests will enjoy a delicious canape menu designed with local ingredients and seasonal produce, combined with that unique Broome flair. With a drink on arrival in hand, dance the night away to some incredible DJ’s! Dress Code: Cool & Classy beach attire…be prepared to take your shoes off & feel the sand between your toes! 18+ Event
Cable Beach, Broome, WA
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Shinju Matsuri Long Table Dinner 2025
Saturday 6 September 2025 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Shinju’s premiere event, the Shinju Matsuri Sunset Long Table Dinner on spectacular Cable Beach. Featuring an exciting menu, inspired by Broome's rich cultural tapestry, will showcase local ingredients & seasonal produce from the region.
This event has sold out.
Shinju Matsuri Festival Finale
Sunday 7th September
5pm - 8pm at Town Beach
Our exciting 16-day event program builds towards final celebration at the Festival Finale, marking the official ending of Shinju Matsuri 2025. Returning to Town Beach , the Festival Finale is a dazzling evening of performances. Get your friends & family together, grab a selection of tasty dishes from our Festival Finale Food Markets & enjoy an evening picnic by Roebuck Bay as we farewell Sammy the Dragon for another year.
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PLUS Shinju Matsuri Drone Show after the Finale
Wrap up the magic of Shinju Matsuri with a breathtaking Drone Show presented by Broome International Airport and The Shire of Broome. Watch hundreds of drones light up the night sky in a dazzling, choreographed display set to a beautiful story by Matt Francis.
End Shinju Matsuri on a high with the Drone Show Finale — a spectacular fusion of technology, storytelling, and sustainability. Held at the stunning Town Beach, this awe-inspiring event transforms the night sky with hundreds of synchronised drones creating vibrant patterns and symbols that reflect the spirit of Broome’s rich multicultural heritage. Bring a picnic, gather your friends and family, and witness this cutting-edge light show as the perfect conclusion to 16 unforgettable days of community, art, culture, and celebration.
Sunday 7th September
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Town Beach, Broome
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Win BIG at the Shinju Matsuri Raffle
For just $5 a ticket (or 3 for $10), you could take home one of three incredible prize packs valued at over $9,700 in total! Tickets available daily at the Festival Hub (11am–9pm).
Prize One – Valued at $4,000
+3-night stay
+ 60min massage at Bali Hai Resort & Spa
Cygnet Bay gift voucher
Rottnest Fast Ferries family pass
Prize Two – Valued at $3,060
3-night stay at Kimberley Sands Resort
Kimberley Quest large merch hamper
Broome Tours Mud Crabbing voucher
Prize Three – Valued at $2,700
+Paspaley Pearls jewellery voucher
3-night stay at The Billi
Pinnacle Travel Group Rottnest family pass
Rottnest Fast Ferries family pass
Kimberley Quest large merch hamper
Winners will be drawn at the Festival Finale on Saturday 7 September at Town Beach!
Big thanks to our raffle sponsors: Cygnet Bay Pearls, The Billi, Kimberley Sands Resort, Broome Tours, Paspaley Pearls, Kimberley Quest, Pinnacle Travel Group, Rottnest Fast Ferries, and Bali Hai Resort & Spa. Don’t miss your chance - grab your tickets at the Hub today!
For more updates about the 2025 Shinju Matsuri Festival head to the Shinju Matsuri Facebook page, Instagram and the official Shinju Matsuri website.
Need local information and booking assistance?
Broome Visitor Centre
Call: 08 9195 2200
Email: [email protected]
Location: 1 Hamersley St (near Male Oval) Google map
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