RED EARTH ARTS FESTIVAL 2026
RED EARTH ARTS FESTIVAL 2026
At our festival, the Calm Space, located in Karratha Library, offers a peaceful retreat for community members to unwind, recharge, and practice self-care. It’s a quiet, welcoming environment for emotional regulation and connection.
Sensory Rhymetime is an innovative early years program, designed to introduce children aged 0-4 to the joyful world of popular rhymes through a multi-sensory, play-based approach.
Why hide a repair when you can celebrate it? This workshop teaches visible mending techniques that turn worn and damaged garments into expressive, wearable art.
Drop in and view this 22-minute video installation - an intimate solo dance and video work performed by Dalisa Pigram, daughter of Broome.
Join Peter and Rosie, known together as 'Ngaliju' (Us two, Ours), as they lead you in song through the world of Kirdin-Kirdin, the hat-stealing spotted horse. Bring your galloping shoes and hold onto your hats!
Flash Fiction is a pop-up temporary tattoo studio serving up smiles. All of the experience of a genuine tattoo shop with none of the needles.
Beauty for Ashes is a new body of work by Pilbara-based artist Katherine Tawse, created as both a personal exploration and a public conversation about resilience, transformation, and self-expression.
Drop in and have a yarn with some of the talented artists of Yinjaa-Barni Art, or just watch some live painting and check out the collection of works on display and available for sale.
Join fibre artist Monique Ross in an open, hands-on weaving space. Slow down, learn a new technique, and add your threads to a growing communal artwork inspired by the Pilbara's stunning landscapes.
Join Peter and Rosie for a relaxed cuppa and yarn, sharing stories, laughter, and conversation in a welcoming space that celebrates connection, culture, and community.
Sensory Rhymetime is an innovative early years program, designed to introduce children aged 0-4 to the joyful world of popular rhymes through a multi-sensory, play-based approach.
This lively and interactive workshop blends creativity, culture, and movement. Participants will design and decorate their own paper Frevo umbrellas, then join a fun, beginner-friendly dance session using their creations.
If you prefer bingo with a side of belly-laughs, this is for you. Hosted by award-winning comedian Cameron McLaren, expect classic bingo calls alongside never-before-heard silliness. Whether you’re a bingo veteran or a total newbie, it’s easy to jump into and free to play. Bring your mates, win a prize and at the very least – have a good laugh!
I AM Workshop incorporates theatre-based activities including character development, movement and costume to explore the characters and stories that go to make up our sense of identity.
What if trees could talk? Which stories would they tell throughout the centuries? Silent Observers is an art installation made of tree discs that are brought to life through precise projection mapping.
Piyalbajarri (‘Yarns’) shares the remarkable life and songs of Peter Salmon, a 92-year-old Thiinma Elder, stockman and songwriter. Performed in Thiinma and English with Peter’s long-time collaborator, musician and linguist Rosie Sitorus, the show blends humour, resilience and music, inviting audiences to take a peek into the living history of pre-colonial Australia.
Welcome to Country provided by Ngarluma Aboriginal Corporation
This exhibition celebrates the beauty of everyday life through many different perspectives. From quiet landscapes to lively gatherings, each photograph offers an honest and personal glimpse into what makes our community special.
Moonlight Movies invites you to enjoy open-air cinema under the stars at the Red Earth Arts Precinct Amphitheatre. Bring a blanket and a picnic, settle in, and experience a curated selection of films in a relaxed outdoor setting.
Opera in Karratha lights up the Red Earth Arts Festival with soaring voices, iconic opera moments and re-imagined favourites. Featuring world-class West Australian singers, this breathtaking concert brings international-calibre performance to the Pilbara for one night only.
Dr. Jae West shares her raw, sassy & heartfelt true story in Blacksheep—a bold journey of rebellion, belonging & self-discovery.
In Sticky Beak, Damian will have a 24 hour poke about in Karratha with his phone camera running hot, before jumping on stage for a show & tell session on the big screen.
This exhibition celebrates the beauty of everyday life through many different perspectives. From quiet landscapes to lively gatherings, each photograph offers an honest and personal glimpse into what makes our community special.
At our festival, the Calm Space, located in Karratha Library, offers a peaceful retreat for community members to unwind, recharge, and practice self-care. It’s a quiet, welcoming environment for emotional regulation and connection.
Sensory Rhymetime is an innovative early years program, designed to introduce children aged 0-4 to the joyful world of popular rhymes through a multi-sensory, play-based approach.
Did you have a Nanna that made scones? Do you remember fondly the time that you ate the scones at her kitchen table? Or maybe you had a not so positive experience? Come and learn to make Nanna's scones and tell your story.
Join fibre artist Monique Ross in an open, hands-on weaving space. Slow down, learn a new technique, and add your threads to a growing communal artwork inspired by the Pilbara's stunning landscapes.
Give old textiles a second life by weaving them into durable, one-of-a-kind bags. This workshop introduces the fundamentals of rag weaving, showing how even the smallest scraps can come together to create something strong, practical, and stylish.
A transformational dance experience that blends movement, psychological frameworks, and expressive arts to help you step into your power, confidence, and authentic self.
Drop in and have a yarn with some of the talented artists of Yinjaa-Barni Art, or just watch some live painting and check out the collection of works on display and available for sale.
Join Peter and Rosie, known together as 'Ngaliju' (Us two, Ours), as they lead you in song through the world of Kirdin-Kirdin, the hat-stealing spotted horse. Bring your galloping shoes and hold onto your hats!
Flash Fiction is a pop-up temporary tattoo studio serving up smiles. All of the experience of a genuine tattoo shop with none of the needles.
Drop in and view this 22-minute video installation - an intimate solo dance and video work performed by Dalisa Pigram, daughter of Broome.
A new body of work by Pilbara-based artist Katherine Tawse, created as both a personal exploration and a public conversation about resilience, transformation, and self-expression.
Take a wild ride with your host, multi-award winning entertainer, scientist and teacher Richard Scholes (B.Sc., B.Ed) through the 'Magical World of Crazy Science'. Crazy Science is a unique show that incorporates science, magic, comedy mime and music.
Join Peter and Rosie for a relaxed cuppa and yarn, sharing stories, laughter, and conversation in a welcoming space that celebrates connection, culture, and community.
Sensory Rhymetime is an innovative early years program, designed to introduce children aged 0-4 to the joyful world of popular rhymes through a multi-sensory, play-based approach.
Take a wild ride with your host, multi-award winning entertainer, scientist and teacher Richard Scholes (B.Sc., B.Ed) through the 'Magical World of Crazy Science'. Crazy Science is a unique show that incorporates science, magic, comedy mime and music.
Join us for a night of KDCCI Markets, live entertainment, facepainting, roving performers, workshops, performances and more for the whole community.
Take a wild ride with your host, multi-award winning entertainer, scientist and teacher Richard Scholes (B.Sc., B.Ed) through the 'Magical World of Crazy Science'. Crazy Science is a unique show that incorporates science, magic, comedy mime and music.
What if trees could talk? Which stories would they tell throughout the centuries? Silent Observers is an art installation made of tree discs that are brought to life through precise projection mapping.
Drop in and have a yarn with some of the team from Yinjaa-Barni Art, or just check out the collection of works on display and available for sale.
A transformational dance experience that blends movement, psychological frameworks, and expressive arts to help you step into your power, confidence, and authentic self.
Take your photography skills to the next level at Red Earth Arts Precinct, as part of Our Lens, Our Town Community Exhibition.
Rooted in Japanese textile tradition, Boro is the art of layering, patching, and stitching scraps into cloth that tells a story of use, repair, and resilience. In this workshop, you’ll explore Boro-inspired techniques to create richly textured fabric panels from remnants and worn textiles.
Scones with Nanna invites you into a space that is rich with history and nostalgia. It allows you to immerse yourself in the narrative on an intimate level.
Moonlight Movies invites you to enjoy open-air cinema under the stars at the Wickham Picture Gardens. Pack a picnic, settle in, and experience a curated selection of films in a relaxed outdoor setting.
A special concert and canapes event featuring some of Perth’s highest quality global musicians with Lucky Oceans and Praashekh Borkar, plus local Indian dancers from the Hindu Association of Pilbara, and a showcase of Roebourne music featuring Ngarluma songman Patrick Churnside, all complemented by delicious food from around the world.
Scones with Nanna invites you into a space that is rich with history and nostalgia. It allows you to immerse yourself in the narrative on an intimate level.
Wanna get something off your chest? Join award-winning comedians Cameron McLaren and Matt Storer at The Confessional! We’ve heard it all - making love to a friend's parent, smuggling drugs, even murder (of a peacock by accident). Submit your confession, be forgiven and have a laugh!
Forest bathing is a mindful way to connect with nature, support your health and wellbeing, and wash away the stresses of the modern world — no water necessary!
This exhibition celebrates the beauty of everyday life through many different perspectives. From quiet landscapes to lively gatherings, each photograph offers an honest and personal glimpse into what makes our community special.
Perth Symphony Orchestra is bringing an energetic and inclusive rhythm and movement workshop, inviting community members to explore the foundations of music through beat, movement, and shared creative experience.
Sensory Rhymetime is an innovative early years program, designed to introduce children aged 0-4 to the joyful world of popular rhymes through a multi-sensory, play-based approach.
Did you have a Nanna that made scones? Do you remember fondly the time that you ate the scones at her kitchen table? Or maybe you had a not so positive experience? Come and learn to make Nanna's scones and tell your story.
Explore your own inner MC with this interactive, playful and practical workshop. Facilitated by Liz Jack aka Gertrude WellEase.
Turn leftover fabric strips into beautiful, functional bowls using simple crochet techniques. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to transform scraps that are often discarded into sturdy, sculptural pieces perfect for storage or display.
Join Peter and Rosie, known together as 'Ngaliju' (Us two, Ours), as they lead you in song through the world of Kirdin-Kirdin, the hat-stealing spotted horse. Bring your galloping shoes and hold onto your hats!
Drop in and view this 22-minute video installation - an intimate solo dance and video work performed by Dalisa Pigram, daughter of Broome.
Flash Fiction is a pop-up temporary tattoo studio serving up smiles. All of the experience of a genuine tattoo shop with none of the needles.
Beauty for Ashes is a new body of work by Pilbara-based artist Katherine Tawse, created as both a personal exploration and a public conversation about resilience, transformation, and self-expression.
Young artists will create their own small canvas inspired by Yinjaa-Barni Aboriginal art. Children will explore colours, patterns, and storytelling through paint, learning how art can reflect Country, community, and connection.
Drop in and have a yarn with some of the talented artists of Yinjaa-Barni Art, or just watch some live painting and check out the collection of works on display and available for sale.
Silent Storytime is where members of the public can come into a session and flick throug channels of a listening device and hear a story of different categories.
Come and meet Praashekh Borkar, an accomplished sarod player who loves to explore the boundaries of Indian music.
Join fibre artist Monique Ross in an open, hands-on weaving space. Slow down, learn a new technique, and add your threads to a growing communal artwork inspired by the Pilbara's stunning landscapes.
Step right into the world of circus! Join Briefs Factory for a fun, hands-on workshop where participants learn basic tumbling, balance and circus tricks in a safe, supportive environment.
Apoteozzy is a dynamic Brazilian dance group, showcasing the rhythms and vibrant culture of Brazil. Our talented Samba dancers, adorned in stunning feathered costumes, bring energy and joy to every event.
Join Peter and Rosie for a relaxed cuppa and yarn, sharing stories, laughter, and conversation in a welcoming space that celebrates connection, culture, and community.
Sensory Rhymetime is an innovative early years program, designed to introduce children aged 0-4 to the joyful world of popular rhymes through a multi-sensory, play-based approach.
Youth meet-and-greet session featuring a live demonstration and introduction to the Didjeribone.
Party on skates? You betcha. Watch the space come alive through a moving roller disco. These women always want to dance and their energy is contagious. Enjoy from up close or afar. But either way, enjoy the party!
I AM Workshop incorporates theatre-based activities including character development, movement and costume to explore the characters and stories that go to make up our sense of identity.
Create, play and reach for the stars in this engaging drama workshop inspired by Barking Gecko’s new production of Stellarphant, based on the award-winning picture book by James Foley.
Join us at Port Walcott with MC Matt Storer and enjoy loads of live music featuring local bands, and headline act Slide Summit.
A fun, confidence-building singing workshop taught by Sugar Blue Burlesque's Cece Desist, where participants learn the basics of vocal technique, breathing, and projection, and how to perform a song with personality and presence.
Discover how narrow fabric strips can be braided and shaped into striking placemats with texture and character. This workshop focuses on combining scraps in thoughtful ways to create functional pieces that elevate everyday dining. The result is a tactile, handmade item that proves even the most humble materials can make a lasting impression.
What if trees could talk? Which stories would they tell throughout the centuries? Silent Observers is an art installation made of tree discs that are brought to life through precise projection mapping.
Piyalbajarri (‘Yarns’) shares the remarkable life and songs of Peter Salmon, a 92-year-old Thiinma Elder, stockman and songwriter. Performed in Thiinma and English with Peter’s long-time collaborator, musician and linguist Rosie Sitorus, the show blends humour, resilience and music, inviting audiences to take a peek into the living history of pre-colonial Australia.
Join us for a free all ages event at the Roebourne Basketball Courts with skate shows, workshops, demonstrations and performances!
Moonlight Movies invites you to enjoy open-air cinema under the stars at the Wickham Picture Gardens. Pack a picnic, settle in, and experience a curated selection of films in a relaxed outdoor setting.
Moonlight Movies invites you to enjoy open-air cinema under the stars at the Red Earth Arts Precinct Amphitheatre. Bring a blanket and a picnic, settle in, and experience a curated selection of films in a relaxed outdoor setting.
Scones with Nanna invites you into a space that is rich with history and nostalgia. It allows you to immerse yourself in the narrative on an intimate level.
Meet Flynn, a young boxer with everything to prove and everything to hide. When he’s outed, his world unravels, resulting in a brutal fight not just in the ring, but within himself. Raw, poetic, and emotionally relentless, Shadow Boxing is a knockout theatrical experience that will leave you breathless.
Expect a pumping soundtrack with your favourite dance floor smashes and ridiculous performances from the Briefs boys plus a cavalcade of hand-selected guest cabaret and circus artists.
Dr. Jae West shares her raw, sassy & heartfelt true story in Blacksheep—a bold journey of rebellion, belonging & self-discovery.
Scones with Nanna invites you into a space that is rich with history and nostalgia. It allows you to immerse yourself in the narrative on an intimate level.
Ever screamed “COME ON, I KNOW THIS!” at the TV? This night’s for you! Rally your team for a trivia extravaganza hosted by award-winning comedian Cameron McLaren.
Forest bathing is a mindful way to connect with nature, support your health and wellbeing, and wash away the stresses of the modern world — no water necessary!
Apoteozzy is a dynamic Brazilian dance group, showcasing the rhythms and vibrant culture of Brazil. Our talented Samba dancers, adorned in stunning feathered costumes, bring energy and joy to every event.
In this immersive 5-hour workshop, participants will study Frida Kahlo’s striking portraits, explore her fearless self-expression, and create their own works inspired by her aesthetic and voice.
Drop in and view this 22-minute video installation - an intimate solo dance and video work performed by Dalisa Pigram, daughter of Broome.
Support local makers and discover handmade, one-of-a-kind creations while backing local families and community spirit. Enjoy gourmet treats, artisan coffee and delicious eats as you explore a vibrant mix of stalls. With a playground, park and beach all close by, it’s the perfect setting for a relaxed family day.
Flash Fiction is a pop-up temporary tattoo studio serving up smiles. All of the experience of a genuine tattoo shop with none of the needles.
Beauty for Ashes is a new body of work by Pilbara-based artist Katherine Tawse, created as both a personal exploration and a public conversation about resilience, transformation, and self-expression.
Young artists will create their own small canvas inspired by Yinjaa-Barni Aboriginal art. Children will explore colours, patterns, and storytelling through paint, learning how art can reflect Country, community, and connection.
Drop in and have a yarn with some of the talented artists of Yinjaa-Barni Art, or just watch some live painting and check out the collection of works on display and available for sale.
Join fibre artist Monique Ross in an open, hands-on weaving space. Slow down, learn a new technique, and add your threads to a growing communal artwork inspired by the Pilbara's stunning landscapes.
Participate in an immersive music workshop with TJAKA as they demonstrate their step-by-step approach to composing and producing a track.
This exhibition celebrates the beauty of everyday life through many different perspectives. From quiet landscapes to lively gatherings, each photograph offers an honest and personal glimpse into what makes our community special.
Join the creative team behind the powerful theatre work Shadow Boxing and explore how movement can convey ideas, characters, emotions and narratives.
Silent Storytime is where members of the public can come into a session and flick throug channels of a listening device and hear a story of different categories.
Teaser invites you into a dazzling world of opulence and allure, where the art of burlesque shines in its truest form. Sugar Blue Burlesque honours the golden age of striptease, dance, and comedy — blending elegance with playful sophistication.
Join us for a night of live entertainment, facepainting, roving performers, workshops, performances, headliners TJAKA, and more for the whole community.
Burlesque is the hottest trend in town, bringing together a sizzling dance style with elaborate vintage costumes, cool retro tunes and a lot of sassy fun! Learn how to strut and how to exude confidence and sex appeal! And of course, you'll learn all the fundamentals of burlesque dance!
What if trees could talk? Which stories would they tell throughout the centuries? Silent Observers is an art installation made of tree discs that are brought to life through precise projection mapping.
Meet Flynn, a young boxer with everything to prove and everything to hide. When he’s outed, his world unravels, resulting in a brutal fight not just in the ring, but within himself. Raw, poetic, and emotionally relentless, Shadow Boxing is a knockout theatrical experience that will leave you breathless.
Moonlight Movies invites you to enjoy open-air cinema under the stars at the Wickham Picture Gardens. Pack a picnic, settle in, and experience a curated selection of films in a relaxed outdoor setting.
Moonlight Movies invites you to enjoy open-air cinema under the stars at the Red Earth Arts Precinct Amphitheatre. Bring a blanket and a picnic, settle in, and experience a curated selection of films in a relaxed outdoor setting.
