Events
Broome and the Kimberley plays host to many amazing events and festivals such as Staircase to the Moon, Easter, 2026 Shinju Matsuri Festival, 2026 Broome Races, Broome International Airport Marathon, Melbourne Cup Events, Brews on the Bay, Broome Mardi Gras, Halloween Events, Broome Triathlon, Broome Rodeo, Fusion Moonrise, festive season, art exhibitions, theatre and performance, 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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Broome Movies - Sun Pictures
Sun Picture Gardens5:30pm - 11:00pm
Catch at movie at Sun Picture Gardens. 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 $20.50, Children (3-15 years) $15, Pension/Concession $16, Senior & DVA Card $15, Family (2 adults, 2 children) $60 *Note: prices may change.
Check out the movie session times for Sun Pictures Gardens in Broome below.
Opening Race Round ft Jetpack at Divers Tavern
Broome Music7:30pm - 8:30pm
The after party continues at Divers Tavern with Jetpac on Saturday 23rd May. Bus transfers from the racecourse available. From 7.30pm until late, expect high-energy live music and crowd favourites.
Sydney Writer's Festival at Broome Library
Broome EventBroome Public Library is once again bringing the world of literature, ideas and storytelling to the Kimberley with the return of the Sydney Writers’ Festival Live & Local program from Thursday, 21 May to Sunday, 24 May 2026. Across four days, audiences can enjoy free livestreamed sessions featuring some of Australia and the world’s leading writers, journalists, thinkers and storytellers — all from the comfort of the Library.This year’s program includes appearances from acclaimed authors and personalities including A.C. Grayling, Yann Martel, Trent Dalton, Florence Knapp, Jon Sopel, Mick Herron and more, covering topics from politics and history to crime fiction, memoir, food writing and fantasy.In addition to the livestreamed festival sessions, Broome Public Library will also host a range of special local events highlighted throughout the program, including:
View EventBroome Tri Club Event #2
Sporting Event6:30am - 11:00am
Broome Tri Club are back on Sunday 24 May 2026 with our first triathlon of the season at Cable Beach. Start time: 6:30 AM Distances: Enticer + Sprint. Whether you’re racing, learning, or cheering, come be part of our awesome local tri community. Find out more or visit the FB page. Email contact [email protected]
View EventBroome Courthouse Markets
Regular Event8:00am - 12:00pm
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 Event10:00am - 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.
Sunday 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 by Dan Guidera from 3pm–6pm. For $85pp, enjoy a two hour bottomless spritz package plus grazing boards to share with the table. Bookings here.
View EventBayside Beats & Brews
Broome Music3:00pm - 6:00pm
Bayside Beats & Brews is back and ready for you to kick back with friends on a Sunday, along with a cheeky cocktail or two. Enjoy cocktail specials and smooth DJ sets by local DJ Seon Wall (+special guests) against Broome’s best backdrop to wrap up your weekend in style. Only at the Bay Club at the Mangrove Hotel. Every Sunday | 3pm - 6pm
View EventBroome Movies - Sun Pictures
Sun Picture Gardens5:30pm - 11:00pm
Catch at movie at Sun Picture Gardens. 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 $20.50, Children (3-15 years) $15, Pension/Concession $16, Senior & DVA Card $15, Family (2 adults, 2 children) $60 *Note: prices may change.
Check out the movie session times for Sun Pictures Gardens in Broome below.
Silent Disco: Kids Edition at Spinifex Cable Beach
Family friendly event6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bring the kids down for some Sunday fun! Need something to keep them entertained while you unwind? We’ve got you covered. Our silent disco for kids is a free activation every Sunday for the first 150 little legends from 6pm- 8pm — complete with glowing headphones, great tunes, and plenty of energy to burn. While they’re dancing it out, you can sit back and enjoy Parmy Night and Kimberley Crisp or Spini Draught $12 pints all day. It’s the perfect way to wrap up the weekend at The Spini. Enjoy the bonus of one free kids’ meal with each main meal purchased while you dine in between 6-8pm ONLY. Dine-in only, order at the bar. Child must be present. Excludes public holidays. Other T&Cs apply.
Parmy 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 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. 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 $20.50, Children (3-15 years) $15, Pension/Concession $16, Senior & DVA Card $15, Family (2 adults, 2 children) $60 *Note: prices may change.
Check out the movie session times for Sun Pictures Gardens in Broome below.
Classic Parmy Night at Spinifex Cable Beach
Regular Event4:00pm - 9:30pm
Join us every Tuesday from 4 PM, to enjoy our Classic Parmy served with a side of chips and salad for only $25. No reservations are required for groups of less than 6 people - just walk in! For groups of 6 or more, please use our online booking form or call 08 7665 8529
Sunset 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 EventCheeky Tuesdays at Divers Tavern
Broome Event5:00pm - 8:30pm
Enjoy cheeky Tuesdays at Divers - book your table between 5pm - 8pm. Slow cooked beef cheeks and a glass of house red! $28
Bookings 08 9193 6066
Broome Movies - Sun Pictures
Sun Picture Gardens5:30pm - 11:00pm
Catch at movie at Sun Picture Gardens. 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 $20.50, Children (3-15 years) $15, Pension/Concession $16, Senior & DVA Card $15, Family (2 adults, 2 children) $60 *Note: prices may change.
Check out the movie session times for Sun Pictures Gardens in Broome below.
Jam Night at Matso's Broome
Broome Music7:00pm - 10:00pm
Jam Night at Matso's Broome from 7pm. Scotty & the crew are back on stage every Tuesday. Jump on stage, join the jam and enjoy a drink on us!
View EventBECAUSE WE’RE BLAK
Broome EventGoolari Media are thrilled to share our collaborative work, BECAUSE WE’RE BLAK, made with Ilbijerri, is taking to the stage in Broome this month! BECAUSE WE’RE BLAK is a fast paced dramedy, written by Melody Dia, that follows hard-pressed single parent Fran as she ferries her teenagers and various family members endlessly around town in her spotless Troopy - her pride and joy - all while running her business and endlessly sharing her opinions with her captive audience. It’s Her Car, Her Rules! Showing from Wed 27– Sat 30 May at The Gimme Gimme Bar, Goolarri Media, Broome WA. Various times and dates > get your tickets today! Presented by GOOLARRI MEDIA ENTERPRISES in co-production with ILBIJERRI THEATRE COMPANY
View EventSteak & Shiraz at Pearlers Restaurant
Regular Event11:00am - 9:00pm
You can have your Steak AND your Shiraz too, every Wednesday at Pearlers and The Roey! Now happening all day every Wednesday we've got a tantalising 10% off ALL STEAKS on our menu: 400g Rump | 300g Porterhouse | 300g Scotch Fillet | 250g Eye Fillet AND we have glasses of everyone's fave PEPPERJACK SHIRAZ for just $10. Kitchen hours: 11am - 2.30pm and 5pm - 9pm. Bookings 08 9192 1221
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 EventChurrasco Meats Meatlovers Night at Spinifex Brewery
Regular Event4:00pm - 8:30pm
Big flavours. Big value. Enjoy Meatlovers Pizza or Wood-Roasted Chicken Tikka Masala for just $24.95 each, or go big with a 250g Wood-Roasted Steak for $29.95. Big flavours, great value - a feast worth gathering for! Available from 4pm. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL FOR GROUPS OF 6 OR MORE. Simply visit our website or give us a call 08 7665 8529
View EventParmi Night at Divers Tavern
Broome EventRegular Event5:00pm - 8:00pm
Parmi Night at Divers Tavern from 5pm with your choice of The Classic, Big Aussie, The Mexican, Meat Lovers, The Greek, The Hawaiian, , with chips for $26
Bookings (08) 9193 6066 or just head over to Divers Tavern.
Life Drawing at KAN Shed
Regular EventArt event5:30pm - 7:30pm
Come along to life drawing session at Kimberley Arts Network. KAN's regular Life Drawing sessions are open to everyone. Whether you're a practicing artist, or someone who just wants to improve your observational and sketching skills... KAN offers a welcoming and creative space for everyone. Basic materials are supplied, but you are welcome to bring your own materials. Wednesday from 5.30pm - 7.30pm. $25 a session or purchase five for $100*. You can drop in for one session, or buy five sessions at a discounted price.
View EventBroome Movies - Sun Pictures
Sun Picture Gardens5:30pm - 11:00pm
Catch at movie at Sun Picture Gardens. 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 $20.50, Children (3-15 years) $15, Pension/Concession $16, Senior & DVA Card $15, Family (2 adults, 2 children) $60 *Note: prices may change.
Check out the movie session times for Sun Pictures Gardens in Broome below.
Pool Comp at The Roey Sports Bar
Regular Event6:00pm - 9:00pm
Calling all POOL SHARKS! The Roey's weekly pool comp is BACK for 2026, every Wednesday night in the Sports Bar. Registration from 6.30pm, we've got 16 spots available so make sure you're here early to get one before they are all allocated. Entry is only $10 which gets you in the comp PLUS a FREE SCHOONER! The WINNER takes the whole cash pot, with runner up scoring themselves $50 to spend at The Roey. Spaces limited to 16, so don't be late! Comp starts from 7pm!
NRL STATE OF ORIGIN at The Roey
Sporting Event6:00pm - 9:00pm
ATTN RUGBY LEAGUE FANS Your favourite throw downs of the footy season are locked in for 2026... the countdown to STATE OF ORIGIN 2026 is on! Game 1 Wed 27th May | Game 2 Wed 17th June | Game 3 Wed 8th July. All games will be LIVE & REALLY LOUD on the big screens in the Roey Sports Bar & under the stars in Oasis! Siren to Siren Pint Specials. 10% off all Steaks til 9pm. FREE Entry all night! Table Bookings via 08 9192 1221 to guarantee you have the best view of all the action.
View Event2026 Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow
Comedy event6:00pm - 9:30pm
Australia’s most iconic comedy tour is hitting the road for a huge 27th year! Bringing together the brightest stars from the 2025 Melbourne International Comedy Festival, we’re delivering top-tier humour straight to Broome! Featuring a dynamic line-up of comedy legends and fresh faces, this year’s Roadshow promises nationwide happiness. So, grab your friends, lock in your tickets and prepare for a much-needed dose of laughter as the 2026 Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow rolls into the Broome Civic Centre on Wed 27th May - gates open 6pm, show starts 7pm.
Gates/Bar opens 6pm
Pigram Bar: Pre enetertainment
Doors to theatre: 6:30pm
Show starts: 7:00pm
Running time: 2 hours 10 minutes with a 30-minute interval
Warnings: Performances often contain coarse language, adult themes, sexual references and material that may offend. The show is recommended for people aged 15 years or older. Smoke Machine/Hazer may be used during this performance.
Line up
Dilruk Jayasinha (host)
Con Coutis
Kate Dolan
Kuah Jenhan (Malaysia)
Maddy Weeks
Drag Bingo at Pearlers Restaurant
Broome Event6:30pm - 9:30pm
Join us in Pearlers for an evening of Drag Bingo with the Fabulous Jessica James, a night full of fun and laughter and even a chance to win $50 or $100 Gift Card. Only $10 a book to pay and that gets you 5 rounds! Balls drop 7pm SHARP. Come down a bit early for a meal and a drink! Cheeky and funny - it's a night never to be missed!! Bookings essential. Call 08 9192 1211
Wheel of Pourtune at Matso's Broome
Broome EventRegular Event6:30pm - 9:00pm
Wheel of Pourtune is coming soon to Matso's Broome. Wednesday 6th May from 6.30pm. The Gameshows you know and love, Matso's style! Heaps of prizes. 18+ only. This will become a regular event too. It’s a mix of trivia and the classic game shows you love, such as Family Feud, The Price is Right and Who Wants to be a Millionaire, with a Matso's twist - free to play, heaps prizes & giveaways up for grabs. cold bevs and good times guaranteed. Every Wednesday from 6.30pm. Spots are limited, book now on https://bit.ly/nowbookitmatsos
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