Events
Broome and the Kimberley plays host to many amazing events and festivals such as Staircase to the Moon, Easter, Broome International Airport Marathon,2026 Broome Racing Season at the Turf Club, Brews on the Bay, Broome Mardi Gras, 2026 Shinju Matsuri Festival, Cable Beach Triathlon, 2026 Broome Rodeo & Campdraft, Melbourne Cup Events, Halloween events, Fusion Moonrise, festive season, art exhibitions, theatre, local community events, Broome Courthouse Markets, live music and much more.
Note: Event details, dates and times may have changed/cancelled since first published. We update our calendar as often as possible.
- 2026 Major Events across Broome and the Kimberley (PDF)
- 2026 WA Public Holiday & School Holiday Dates (PDF)
- 2026 Staircase to the Moon dates (PDF)

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Mowanjum Festival 2026
Regional Event2:00pm - 9:00pm
REGIONAL EVENT! Mowanjum Festival 2026. Each year, the Mowanjum Arts Centre hosts this unique celebration of the vibrant, living culture of the Woddorda, Ngarinyin and Wunambal peoples. Through the sharing of Junba (traditional dance), music, singing and storytelling, this festival has attracted thousands of national and international visitors, travelling to witness and take part in Western Australia’s largest open-access cultural celebration. Performers hail from the three tribes of the Mowanjum community as well as those from over the Kimberley and NT regions. Saturday 29 August 2026 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Tickets on sale now. Adult $45, Concession $25, Youth (10-18)$25, Child (under 10) free.
View EventSustainable Lantern Creation Workshops - Shinju Matsuri
Shinju Matsuri2:30pm - 5:00pm
Attending the Floating Lanterns? At the Festival Hub, you have the opportunity to come and create, design and build your own floating lantern. Or simply take home your won Shinju Matsuri memory. The ticket price includes all items to create your own lantern and given guidance on the build. Open to all ages. Shinju Festival Hub at Town Beach. Book your spot now!
View EventBroome Speedway - Shinju Stampede 2026!
Broome Event4:00pm - 10:00pm
BROOME SPEEDWAY — SHINJU MATSURI STAMPEDE 2026! Get ready for two huge nights of dirt-slinging, sideways action at Broome Speedway! $35,000 PRIZE POOL. Friday 28th & Saturday 29th August 2026. Gates open 4PM. Adults $25 | Kids/Concession $15. The Shinju Matsuri Stampede is bringing the noise, speed and adrenaline — with some seriously fast machinery battling it out under the Broome sunset. Round up the crew, bring the family and get trackside for one of the biggest weekends on the Broome Speedway calendar! TWO NIGHTS. $35K ON THE LINE. FULL SEND.
The Roey Hard Rated Pub Olympics 2026 2.0
Broome Event4:00pm - 8:00pm
THE ROEY HARD RATED PUB OLYMPICS 2026 2.0. LET THE GAMES BEGIN Saturday 29th August | 4PM–8PM. Broome’s rowdiest, proudest & most overly competitive day of glory is making a back by popular demand return in August! Get your dream team of four together and lock in your spot for the PUB OLYMPICS: a chaotic mix of skill, strength, questionable balance & pure pub-born determination. Your team will go head-to-head across a lineup of absolute bangers: Darts, Pool, Bucking Bull, Beer Pong, GIANT Connect 4 & MORE! YES, it will get competitive…. And NO, we won’t be responsible for friendship breakups. Champion team wins $4K CA$H! Keen? Head to the link below to register your team of four! https://www.roey.com.au/pub-olympics Entry is $80 per team of 4 – spots WILL fill fast, so don’t sleep on this.
View EventSunset Drinks at Cable Beach House
Regular Event4:00pm - 6:00pm
Sunset drinks is on at Cable Beach every Monday through to Saturday from 4pm-6pm. Come unwind, watch the sun set into the ocean, and have a cocktail with us!
View EventBroome Movies - Sun Pictures
Sun Picture Gardens5:30pm - 11:00pm
Catch at movie at Sun Picture Gardens in Chinatown, Broome. Two movies nightly. Upcoming session times are below. Book tickets online at www.broomemovies.com.au or arrive early to book at the cinema. Standard Prices: Adults $21, Children (3-15 years) $15.50, Pension/Concession $16.50, Senior & DVA Card $15.50, Family (2 adults, 2 children) $62 *Note: prices may change. Check out the movie session times for Sun Pictures Gardens in Broome below.
Staircase to Shinju at The Mangrove Hotel
Broome EventShinju Matsuri6:00pm - 10:30pm
Celebrate one of Broome's most iconic events with an unforgettable evening at the Mangrove Hotel. Set on our stunning Ceremony Lawn overlooking Roebuck Bay, enjoy front-row views of the magical Staircase to the Moon while experiencing an evening inspired by the spirit of Japan. Your ticket includes 1 drink on arrival and a selection of delicious roaming canapés, with a live sushi station serving fresh sushi throughout the evening. Be immersed in a vibrant program of live entertainment featuring the powerful rhythms of Japanese Taiko drummers, interactive performances, and live music by Groovy Lips, creating the perfect atmosphere as the moon rises over the bay. Whether you're celebrating with friends, entertaining visitors, or simply looking for one of the best Shinju experiences in Broome, this exclusive cocktail party promises incredible food, drinks, culture, and unforgettable views. SATURDAY 29 AUGUST, 6PM TIL LATE, MANGROVE HOTEL. TICKETS $65pp. Book nowDownload the Shinju Matsuri Festival 2026 program online
View EventStaircase to the Moon, Broome
Featured EventBroome EventStaircase to the Moon is a natural phenomenon that occurs when a full moon rises over the exposed tidal flats of Roebuck Bay | Yawuru Nagulagun. The Staircase to the Moon happens 2 - 3 days a month between March and October (sometimes into November). On selected dates during Staircase to the Moon, the Staircase to the Moon Night Markets are held from 4pm - 8pm at Town Beach | Guwarri. Here you can sample local produce, buy hand made products, a variety of international food, and enjoy the sounds of local entertainers. The Town Beach | Guwarri precinct is a great vantage spot to view the Staircase to the Moon. Another popular spot is The Mangrove Hotel, who often have live entertainment on Staircase nights. Other local spots include Moonlight Bay Suites, the Broome Golf Club, the Broome Fishing Club, the Roebuck Bay Lookout and also a short walk across the road from Matso's Broome Brewery. Cygnet Bay, north of Broome on the Dampier Peninsula, also offers a staircase viewing location too.
Sunrise Yoga with Iris
Shinju Matsuri6:00am - 7:00am
Start your morning with movement, mindfulness and the magic of the sunrise. Join us for Sunrise Yoga with Iris at the beautiful Festival Hub, Town Beach. Sunday 30th August, 6:00 AM – 7:00 AM. Take a deep breath, stretch with the ocean as your backdrop, and begin your day feeling refreshed and energized. All experience levels are welcome—just bring yourself and your mat! $10 (pay on the day). Bring your own yoga mat
Broome Courthouse Markets
Regular Event8:00am - 1:00pm
The Broome Courthouse Markets are held in the beautiful heritage listed gardens of the Broome Courthouse. Trading every Saturday all year, and Sundays during high season. The Broome Courthouse Markets are located on the corner of Frederick and Hamersley Street.
Sunday Funday ft Spin the Wheel at Divers Tavern
Regular Event11:00am - 7:00pm
Join Divers Tavern for Sunday Funday from 11am. Enjoy Irish Spice Bags ALL DAY for only $25! Buy the Deal of the Day to Spin the Wheel for awesome prizes from 12-5pm! Just ask the bartender about what’s on! Feeling competitive? Test your skills in our exciting pool competition from 4pm! Get down early to sign up! Cash pot for 1st, with awesome 2nd & 3rd place prizes. We’ve got a $10 cocktail menu plus great beer prices to keep you refreshed. Topping it off, it’s hosted in the beautifully air-conditioned main bar. Join us this Sunday and make your day unforgettable.
Irish Spice Bag at Divers Tavern
Regular Event12:00pm - 8:00pm
Come along to Divers Tavern on Sundays to enjoy an Irish Spice Bag $25. Once you know about this dish, you'll be a Sunday regular!
View EventFloating Lanterns Matsuri
Shinju Matsuri3:00pm - 7:00pm
The Floating Lanterns is a free community event. One of the most beautiful moments of the festival. Inspired by the Japanese Obon celebration, this ceremony honours loved ones with lanterns drifting on the waters. Held at Gantheaume Beach, this special evening is a tribute to loved ones past and present. Create a personalised lantern, gently release your lantern into the sea and take a moment to reflect.
View EventSunday Spritz Social at Pearlers
Dining Special3:00pm - 6:00pm
Introducing Pearlers Bar & Grill’s newest Sunday obsession SUNDAY SPRITZ SOCIAL. Aperitivo hour done right. Ease into your Sunday afternoons with flowing spritzes, shared grazing boards and live music from 3pm–6pm For $85pp, enjoy a two hour bottomless spritz package plus grazing boards to share with the table. Bookings here. Aperol Spritz, Campari Spritz, Campari Soda, Crodino Non Alcoholic Spritz. Golden hour drinks, good music and long Sunday sessions with your favourite people. Families welcome! Sundays just got a little more delicious at Pearlers. THIS WEEK 16th August: Mitchell Pryer is performing.
View EventStaircase to the Moon Night Market at Town Beach, Broome
Broome Event4:00pm - 8:00pm
The Staircase to the Moon is a natural phenomenon observed in Broome Western Australia between April and October only. It is caused by the rising of a full moon reflecting on the exposed mudflats at extremely low tide creating a beautiful optical illusion of a staircase reaching up to the moon.
View EventSunday Sesh at Matso's Broome
Broome Music5:00pm - 10:00pm
Sunday Sesh from 5pm at Matso's Broome Brewery. Free entry.
View EventShinju Jam Sesh at the Festival Hub
Shinju Matsuri5:00pm - 7:30pm
Join us for the Shinju Jam Sesh at the Festival Hub. Bring your acoustic instrument and join us for a relaxed community jam by the bay. Sunday 30th August from 5pm - 7.30pm. Pull up a chair or settle onto a patch of grass as musicians & music lovers of all ages and abilities come together to share songs, swap tunes and enjoy the simple joy of making music together. Whether you’d like to lead a song, suggest songs, join in or simply soak up the atmosphere, everyone is welcome. There’s no stage, no pressure and no expectations, just a welcoming circle of people connected by music. The bar will be open, food will be available, and as the afternoon drifts into evening, the beautiful backdrop of Town Beach provides the perfect setting to share songs, stories and good company. Bring an acoustic instrument, bring a friend, and let’s make some music together.
View EventBroome Movies - Sun Pictures
Sun Picture Gardens5:30pm - 11:00pm
Catch at movie at Sun Picture Gardens in Chinatown, Broome. Two movies nightly. Upcoming session times are below. Book tickets online at www.broomemovies.com.au or arrive early to book at the cinema. Standard Prices: Adults $21, Children (3-15 years) $15.50, Pension/Concession $16.50, Senior & DVA Card $15.50, Family (2 adults, 2 children) $62 *Note: prices may change. Check out the movie session times for Sun Pictures Gardens in Broome below.
Broome RSL Sunday Roast
Dining Special5:30pm - 6:00pm
Sunday Roast is Calling! There's nothing better than finishing the weekend with a hearty Sunday Roast at Broome RSL. Join us every Sunday during the Dry Season from 5:30pm for a generous roast dinner featuring succulent roast meat, seasonal vegetables, crispy roast potatoes, cauliflower bake, corn on the cob and rich homemade gravy. $28 Non-Members | $26 Broome RSL Members. Complete the perfect Sunday! Add our warm Sticky Date Pudding with Vanilla Ice Cream for just $8 with your Roast Meal. Takeaway available (pick-up). Bookings are preferred to avoid missing out. Please call us on 08 9192 1003 or email [email protected]
View EventSilent Disco: Kids Edition at Spinifex Cable Beach
Family friendly event6:00pm - 8:00pm
Spinifex Cable Beach is hosting a Kids Silent Disco Night on Sunday evenings from 6pm - 8pm – a fun-filled evening of music and dancing the whole family will love. It’s a fantastic way to spend a Sunday evening with the little ones in a lively, welcoming atmosphere. Bring the kids along and let them enjoy a magical night of music under the stars. It’s the kind of evening that creates lasting memories for the whole family. Whether your little ones are big dancers or just along for the ride, Kids Silent Disco Night at Spinifex is a great Sunday outing. Come along, relax, and watch the kids have the time of their lives. Bookings are essential for groups of 6 or more or give us a call at 08 7665 8529
View EventStaircase to the Moon, Broome
Featured EventBroome EventStaircase to the Moon is a natural phenomenon that occurs when a full moon rises over the exposed tidal flats of Roebuck Bay | Yawuru Nagulagun. The Staircase to the Moon happens 2 - 3 days a month between March and October (sometimes into November). On selected dates during Staircase to the Moon, the Staircase to the Moon Night Markets are held from 4pm - 8pm at Town Beach | Guwarri. Here you can sample local produce, buy hand made products, a variety of international food, and enjoy the sounds of local entertainers. The Town Beach | Guwarri precinct is a great vantage spot to view the Staircase to the Moon. Another popular spot is The Mangrove Hotel, who often have live entertainment on Staircase nights. Other local spots include Moonlight Bay Suites, the Broome Golf Club, the Broome Fishing Club, the Roebuck Bay Lookout and also a short walk across the road from Matso's Broome Brewery. Cygnet Bay, north of Broome on the Dampier Peninsula, also offers a staircase viewing location too.
Sunrise Yoga with Lea
Shinju Matsuri6:00am - 7:00am
Sunrise Yoga with Lea. Monday 24th August 6am - 7am at the Shinju Festival Hub at Town Beach. Also on Monday 31st August. $15 per person. Book online. As the sun rises over Town Beach, we’ll awaken the body and mind naturally, creating space for clarity, focus, and calm before the day begins. Whether you’re new to yoga or have an established practice, everyone is welcome. Simply bring your yoga mat and join me for a beautiful sunrise practice. I look forward to welcoming you on the mat and sharing the start of the day together.
View Event1000 Paper Cranes: Origami Workshop
Shinju Matsuri7:00am - 9:00pm
1000 Paper Cranes: Origami Workshop will be held over the Shinju Matsuri Festival between 7am - 9pm at the Festival Hub, Town Beach. Come along!Download the Shinju Matsuri Festival 2026 program online
View EventParmy Special at Pearlers Restaurant
Regular Event11:00am - 9:00pm
It's PARMI MONDAY once again & in case you hadn't heard, ever Monday our already epic Pearlers Parmis become even more epic. For just $28 you can get a HUGE Parmi with Chips & Salad... not just the classic way but one of 5 delish ways that our chefs have created! Classic - Hawaiian - Pepperoni - Mediterranean - Kilpatrick The hardest decision you'll have to make on a Monday is which Pearlers Parmi to try next! Available for dine in, takeaway & delivery Online ordering Dry Season Kitchen hours: 11am-9pm (all day dining) Available from both Pearlers & the Roey Sports Bar. Bookings 08 9192 1221
View EventBroome Movies - Sun Pictures
Sun Picture Gardens5:30pm - 11:00pm
Catch at movie at Sun Picture Gardens in Chinatown, Broome. Two movies nightly. Upcoming session times are below. Book tickets online at www.broomemovies.com.au or arrive early to book at the cinema. Standard Prices: Adults $21, Children (3-15 years) $15.50, Pension/Concession $16.50, Senior & DVA Card $15.50, Family (2 adults, 2 children) $62 *Note: prices may change. Check out the movie session times for Sun Pictures Gardens in Broome below.
Shinju Art Awards Presentation Night
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Shinju Matsuri Art Awards presented by the Shire of Broome - where the board of judges will be announcing and awarding the winners of 8 art categories. Monday 31st August from 6pm - 8pm at the Broome Civic Centre. With a drink on arrival, explore the bold, the brilliant, and the boundary-pushing artworks in this year’s awards. The exhibition will stay open daily from 10am-4pm Tuesday 1st September to Saturday 5th September and 10am-2pm on Sunday, 6th September.
Rise & Flow Collective | Sunrise Cacao & Connection
Shinju Matsuri6:00am - 7:00am
Thursday 27th August and Tuesday 1st September from 6am - 7am. Start your day a little differently. Join us as the sun rises over beautiful Roebuck Bay for an uplifting morning of ceremonial cacao, meaningful connection, gentle movement and intention. Together we’ll slow down, welcome the new day, share a few laughs, meet new people, and leave feeling energised, grounded and ready for whatever the day brings. Guided through wireless headsets, you’ll be immersed in meditation, music and moments of connection while still experiencing the sounds and beauty of the sunrise around you. Whether you come on your own or with friends, this is a welcoming space to connect, move, smile and simply enjoy the magic of a sunrise together. Places are limited. $22 Everyone is welcome. No experience necessary.
View Event1000 Paper Cranes: Origami Workshop
Shinju Matsuri7:00am - 9:00pm
1000 Paper Cranes: Origami Workshop will be held over the Shinju Matsuri Festival between 7am - 9pm at the Festival Hub, Town Beach. Come along!Download the Shinju Matsuri Festival 2026 program online
View EventShinju Matsuri Art Awards Exhibition
Shinju MatsuriArt Exhibition10:00am - 4:00pm
Shinju Matsuri Art Awards Exhibition presented by the Shire of Broome. Open daily at the Broome Civic Centre from 10am - 4pm, with a 2pm finish on Sunday 6th September. Free event. Suitable for all ages. EXHIBITION OPENING HOURS: Tuesday 1st Sept to Saturday 5th Sept 10am - 4pm and Sunday 6th Sept: 10am - 2pm. People’s Choice Award will be announced at the Festival Finale at Town Beach.
View EventSandles - Candle Creating Workshop
Family friendly eventShinju Matsuri3:00pm - 5:00pm
Join the Shinju Matsuri team at the Festival Hub for your very own guided lesson in creating your very own Colours of the Kimberley Sandle (candle made of sand). Your ticket price will include your full kit, guided workshop and drink on arrival for the adults and soft drink and snack for the kids .You are sure to find your inspiration while overlooking the iconic Roebuck Bay. Available to all ages. Book your spot now! $25 per person. Available on Tuesday 1 September 2026 - Friday 4 September from 3pm - 5pm.
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