Shinju Matsuri Festival - Broome, Western Australia

Make sure you’re in Chinatown on Sunday 23rd August, to witness the fun, creativity & captivating energy of the Float Parade. The Shinju Matsuri Float Parade is one of the most traditional events on our program, being part of the festival since the very early days.

Carnival of Nations, is a much loved Shinju Matsuri event. Join us for a celebration of diversity & culture via a series of unique immersive performances & cultural displays.

Head down to our Festival hub with your furry, or not so furry, friends, for a fun afternoon celebrating our favourite family members. Show off your furry, feathered or scaled friend as you strut your stuff together down the ‘Pets in the Park’ catwalk.

Our annual Shinju Matsuri Senior Citizen’s Morning Tea- partnered with Broome CIRCLE

is back for another year. Come along to the Shinju Matsuri Festival Hub at Town Beach to reconnect with old friends & meet some new ones, while enjoying a morning tea spread of tea, coffee, scones & jams.

Chinatown Feast is back, taking over the heart of Broome’s historic Chinatown for one unforgettable night of food, culture and celebration! Inspired by the buzzing energy of Asian hawker markets and infused with Broome’s laidback Kimberley spirit, Short Street will come alive under the stars with incredible flavours, music and entertainment.

A festival favourite, the Shinju Matsuri Dragon Boat Races bring the ancient Chinese tradition of dragon boating to the turquoise waters of Broome’s Town Beach. With origins dating back more than 2,000 years, dragon boat racing began as a cultural ceremony in China to honour ancestors, celebrate community, and mark the changing of the seasons. Today, it is recognised worldwide as both a sport and a vibrant cultural celebration.

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. 

🎨 SHINJU ART AWARDS 2026

Join us for the free Shinju Matsuri Art Awards, where the board of judges will announce and award the winners across 8 art categories.

Enjoy a drink on arrival and explore the bold, brilliant and boundary-pushing artworks in this year’s awards.

Come on down to Shinju Matsuri Art Award Exhibition

Sand ‘n Sounds- LUZ Y GROOVE

This year we’re bringing some Latin Groove directly to Cable Beach!

Renowned as one of the most exclusive dining tables in WA, every year the Sunset Long Table Dinner is the most anticipated Shinju Matsuri event. Indulge in an opulent night dining under the stars at our premier dining event, on spectacular Cable Beach.

Our exciting 17-day event program builds towards final celebration at the Festival Finale, marking the official ending of Shinju Matsuri 2026. Returning to Town Beach, the Festival Finale is a dazzling evening of performances.