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REAF in the Regions: DAMPIER

  • Hampton Oval, Dampier The Esplanade Dampier, WA, 6713 Australia (map)
REAF in the Regions: DAMPIER

REAF in the Regions: Dampier

Dampier Hampton Oval, 3pm-9.30pm

Head to Hampton Oval for free community fun, featuring roving entertainment, stage performances, and headline acts Joan and the Giants and Regurgitator!

ROVING ENTERTAINMENT

Cubby House Adventure! | Black Swan State Theatre Company

Workshop, 3pm-5pm, All Ages, FREE

Join Black Swan for a day of creativity and storytelling!  Decorate our cubby house, share stories, and spark your imagination in this fun-filled event for kids of all ages!

FIFO - Frock In Frock Out + I AM Workshop | TestSpace

3pm-5pm, All Ages, FREE

Join Gertrude and her eclectic wardrobe as she explores character development and the joy of being an MC.  FIFO is an exploration of how fashion defines how we relate to the world.

The Sensory Tent | The Inclusive Movement

3pm-5pm, All Ages 3+, FREE

A calming sensory space for individuals who experience sensory overwhelm or anxiety. Designed for inclusion and accessibility, this space offers comfort, regulation, and engagement.

Rope Making Workshop | Ngurraangga Tours

3pm-5pm, Ages 5+, Adult:  $25, Child: $15

Immerse yourself in the art of traditional craftsmanship with hands-on experience that brings creativity and culture together. Explore the beauty of nature materials while learning the practical uses of rope and its deep cultural significance. Connect with others and craft something meaningful. Join us to weave tradition into the present and celebrate the art of rope making! Learn more and get tickets.

Fever Dream Stingray Workshop | Curious Legends

3pm-5pm, All Ages, FREE

Become a sea creature as part of Fever Dream with us! Create your own handheld stingrays lantern, then watch as they float alongside the giant illuminated magical creatures at Sunday night’s performance. As darkness falls, this unforgettable interactive experience of light, colour, and sound will sweep you away!

Facepainting

3pm-5pm, All Ages, FREE

Tiny Traders Markets

3pm-5pm, All Ages, FREE

STILTS - more than walking… | Natural Wings in Collaboration with Red Top Creations

Roving, 3.30pm-4.15pm & 5pm-5.45pm

Apoteozzy Brazilian Samba Roving Dancers

Roving from 6pm-6.30pm, All Ages, FREE

MAINSTAGE ENTERTAINMENT

Lori Bell hosts REAF in the Regions

4pm-9.45pm, All Ages, FREE

Lori Bell is a celebrated comedian renowned for her hilarious character, Granny Flaps. With her sharp wit and impeccable timing, she captivates audiences across Australia

TomBoy

4.05pm-4.35pm, All Ages, FREE

Tomboy is a dynamic guitar-and-vocal duo-trio that blends smooth acoustic vibes with high-energy performances. Their versatile setlist shifts seamlessly from laid-back, acoustic tunes to upbeat electric crowd favorites, perfect for getting people on their feet.

Kapahaka Group Cutural Dance

4.40pm-5pm, All Ages, FREE

Te Kapa Haka Haka ō Māuru is a dynamic Māori performing group based in Karratha, dedicated to preserving Te Reo Māori and cultural traditions through powerful performances of waiata, haka, poi, and traditional chants.

Creative Calling | Youth Dance Collective - West Australian Ballet

5.10pm-5.30pm, All Ages, FREE

CREATIVE CALLING! Local talent will be showcased at the Youth Dance Collective work in collaboration with West Australian Ballet’s Teaching Artists, to premiere a brand new work at REAF!

Apoteozzy Brazilian Samba | Apoteozzy Entertainment

Dance

5.40pm-6pm, All Ages, FREE

Experience the splendor of Brazil through diverse range of musical styles, rhythmic dances, and breathtaking performances, each showcasing the cultural richness and vibrancy of Brazil. Whatever the nature of the event, our range of optional performances promises to entertain, inspire, and delight your guests, ensuring an experience they will cherish long after the music stops. Experience the pure entertainment magic!

Gavin Canning

Music

6.15pm-7pm, All Ages, FREE

Gavin has spent countless hours filming and photographing many spectacular landscapes around the Pilbara and inspired by these adventures he has created soundtracks for his many videos and mini documentaries- all recorded right here in Karratha. Utilising guitar, bass, percussion, vocals and keyboards he has produced a variety of Pilbara inspired soundscapes ranging from country to ambient which he will play live for the first time. Join with Gavin as he takes you on a musical journey through the landscapes of the Pilbara.

Joan and the Giants

7.30pm-8.15pm | All Ages, FREE

Perth favourites, Joan and the Giants, are known for their poignant, heartfelt, and raw performances.

Don’t miss them when they hit the Dampier Main Stage at REAF 2025.

Joan and the Giants will also play at Port Walcott Yacht Club on Sunday 18 May from 6pm

Regurgitator

8.45pm-9.45pm Ages 15+ recommended (warning: language and adult concepts), FREE

Regurgitator opened our first REAF in 2010 and now they’re back in 2025! With a career spanning more than 30 years, Regurgitator has built a reputation for pushing musical boundaries, recording in unexpected locations, and bringing their high-energy performances to audiences around the world.

Regurgitator will also play at Port Walcott Yacht Club on Sunday 18 May from 7.30pm

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