Yirramboi Festival facts for kids
The Yirramboi Festival is a special event in Melbourne, Australia. It celebrates the amazing culture of Australia's First Nations people. This festival happens every two years, usually in May. It's also known as the Melbourne Indigenous Arts Festival.
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What Does 'Yirramboi' Mean?
The word Yirramboi means "tomorrow." It comes from the language of the Boon wurrung and Woi wurrung peoples. These groups are part of the Kulin nation. They are the traditional owners of the land where Melbourne is.
When and Where is the Festival Held?
The very first Yirramboi Festival took place in 2017. It was held at a place called the Metropolitan Meat Market. The festival runs for 10 days. It features performances and art from First Peoples from all over Victoria. Artists from other parts of the world also take part.
- The most recent festival was from May 6 to May 16, 2021.
- The next festival is planned for May 4 to May 14, 2023.
Who Organizes the Festival?
The festival is hosted by the City of Melbourne. They work together with First Nations People and Creative Victoria. Creative Victoria is a government group that supports arts and culture.
Working with Other Festivals
In 2018, the Yirramboi Festival worked with another festival. This was the Pulima Art Festival. It is an Indigenous arts festival held in Taiwan. They had a special "Festival in Festival" program together.
