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!
BAR SERVICE BY SOAK IN DAMPIER WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE EVENING, PLEASE ENJOY RESPONSIBLY.
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