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Shinju Matsuri 🏮 Shinju Matsuri - Festival of the Pearl 🏮
Broome, Western Australia
27th August - 12th September 2027

2023 DATES: 26th August - 10th September

Shinju Matsuri, the festival of the pearl, has always been a festival based on Broome’s unique community spirit, cultural diversity and vibrant history. The festival celebrates the four diverse cultures which have come together in Broome over the past century for pearls: Japanese, Malaysian, Chinese and Indigenous Australian. Shinju Matsuri will always encapsulate the values of the Broome community, running annually since 1970. Immerse yourself in one of Western Australia's most iconic festivals celebrating history, arts, food, community and culture across an array of events over 16 days. Vision: To deliver a festival that celebrates Broome by involving local performers and artists, honouring our cultural and pearling history, encouraging community participation and displaying our town as a desirable tourism destination.

Chef, storyteller, performer — and part of the Shinju family. ❤️A big, heartfelt thank you to our 2026 guest chef, Arrno...
09/10/2026

Chef, storyteller, performer — and part of the Shinju family. ❤️

A big, heartfelt thank you to our 2026 guest chef, Arrnott Olssen who brought so much more than his cooking to Broome.

Arrnott designed the menu for our Sunset Long Table Dinner, joined the judging for the Willie Creek Pearl Meat Masters and hosted a cooking demonstration at The Hub, sharing his flavours, stories and love of food with our community.

And then he picked up the microphone and performed for us, too! Is there anything this man can’t do??!?!?

Between it all, Arrnott joined the festivities, explored Broome and spent time getting to know the place and the people who make it special.

Arrnott, thank you for your generosity, your warmth and the joy you brought to our tables and stages. We loved having you here, and we hope you took a little piece of Broome home with you.

There’ll always be a place at our table for you. ☀️

Fancy a little more Broome in your inbox? ☀️The first tickets for Shinju Matsuri 2027 go on sale next week! Join our mai...
08/10/2026

Fancy a little more Broome in your inbox? ☀️

The first tickets for Shinju Matsuri 2027 go on sale next week!
Join our mailing list to be among the first to hear when they’re ready to book.

We’d love to have you back for more shared tables, familiar faces and moments that stay with you long after the sun goes down.

Sign up here: https://www.shinjumatsuri.com.au/mailing-list/

Before we wrap up this year’s Shinju Matsuri 🏮✨… there’s still time to get your bid in! 👀💫 SILENT AUCTION IS STILL OPEN!...
18/09/2026

Before we wrap up this year’s Shinju Matsuri 🏮✨… there’s still time to get your bid in! 👀

💫 SILENT AUCTION IS STILL OPEN! 💫
But not for long… ⏰

Bidding closes MONDAY 21 SEPTEMBER at 4PM!

So, now’s the time to make your move. 👇💰

A huge thank you to Willie Creek Pearls for making this sparkle! 🦪✨

🏆 🏆 WINNER WINNER CHICKEN DINNER 🏆 🏆 This year's Shinju Matsuri Raffle winners are: First PrizeChris Fisher | Ticket #0...
07/09/2026

🏆 🏆 WINNER WINNER CHICKEN DINNER 🏆 🏆



This year's Shinju Matsuri Raffle winners are:



First Prize

Chris Fisher | Ticket #0738



Second Prize

David Wiese | Ticket #0430



Third Prize

Candy Sib | Ticket #0381



Winners were announced at the Festival Finale last night. They will also be contacted by phone and or email this week. Winners are welcome to reach out directly to Shinju Matsuri via: [email protected]



Thanks again to Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm Willie Creek Pearls The Billi Broome Tours WA for pulling together such an epic prize pool!!!



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Shinju Matsuri returns in 2027!FRIDAY 27 AUGUST TO SUNDAY 12 SEPTEMBER 2027Mark your calendars and get ready for the 57t...
06/09/2026

Shinju Matsuri returns in 2027!

FRIDAY 27 AUGUST TO SUNDAY 12 SEPTEMBER 2027

Mark your calendars and get ready for the 57th annual Shinju Matsuri: Festival of the Pearl.

We cannot wait to welcome everyone back to Broome for another unforgettable celebration of community, culture, art, food and entertainment.

Want to be among the first to explore the 2027 event calendar and secure your tickets? Sign up to our email database for festival news, program announcements and ticket releases delivered straight to your inbox.

Bring on Shinju Matsuri 2027!

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06/09/2026

We’ll be finishing off Shinju this year like the locals do!!! If you were unable to get down to the production we will be at Old Jetty (Town Beach) for the Shinju Closing tonight at 7:20pm 🙌🏽❤️ Shinju Matsuri 📸 Boyfrombeyond

🌊✨ FESTIVAL FINALE LINE-UP! ✨🌊We’re turning up the volume for the final night of Shinju Matsuri 2026! 🎶　5 PM I TOWN BEAC...
05/09/2026

🌊✨ FESTIVAL FINALE LINE-UP! ✨🌊

We’re turning up the volume for the final night of Shinju Matsuri 2026! 🎶　

5 PM I TOWN BEACH 🌴

🎤 SALTWATER KIN
Kicking off the live music with soulful storytelling, rich harmonies and a distinctly Broome sound.

🎸 42 DECIBEL
The lads are back! Expect country twang, tight harmonies and plenty of rock ’n’ roll.

🌟 BIG SPIRIT COUNTRY BAND
Our HEAD LINE act brings together a five-piece band and nine singers for one huge celebration of Raised in Big Spirit Country — home to Broome after a sell-out season in Perth.

Three acts. One big night. One unforgettable Festival Finale! 🎉

This is a FREE COMMUNITY EVENT- come sing, dance and celebrate with us as we close out Shinju Matsuri 2026! 🌊✨

What an incredible few weeks it has been!As we gear up for the final events on the 2026 Shinju Matsuri calendar, we want...
05/09/2026

What an incredible few weeks it has been!

As we gear up for the final events on the 2026 Shinju Matsuri calendar, we want to say a huge and heartfelt thank you to everyone who has joined us, supported us and helped bring this year’s festival to life.

To the artists, creators, builders, makers, performers, entertainers, volunteers, crews, sponsors, supporters and community members who came together from across Broome and beyond—thank you. Your talent, energy, generosity and enthusiasm make Shinju Matsuri the magical Broome moment it is.

But we’re not finished yet!

We look forward to seeing you tomorrow night at Guwarri / Town Beach for the Festival Finale, featuring a red-hot lineup of local entertainment, delicious food and a wondrous drone show lighting up the sky.

We’ll also be making a few final exciting announcements:

The winner of the Shinju Matsuri Art Awards People’s Choice Award
The winner of the Shinju Matsuri Tidal Treasures Raffle
The official dates for Shinju Matsuri 2027

Come down, celebrate with us and help send Shinju Matsuri 2026 out in spectacular style!

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Our Shinju Matsuri Long Table Dinner is officially sold out — thank you, Broome! ❤️But if you’re looking for something s...
05/09/2026

Our Shinju Matsuri Long Table Dinner is officially sold out — thank you, Broome! ❤️

But if you’re looking for something special to do tonight there’s still time to experience Raised in Big Spirit Country, coming home to Broome for special evening.

Presented by Black Swan State Theatre Company and Pigram Productions, in association with Goolarri Media Enterprises, this powerful celebration of the Broome sound returns home after a sold-out season at the State Theatre Centre in Perth.

🎶 Led by Naomi Pigram-Mitchell, a stellar cast of Broome’s finest musicians, vocalists and performers come together to honour the legendary artists who created the Broome sound — while celebrating the voices shaping its future.

Set beneath the stars at the Goolarri Amphitheatre, enjoy an unforgettable night of culture, connection and song, with local art maker stalls and plenty of delicious food to enjoy.

❤️ Big Spirit Country is coming home.

🎟️ Tickets are still available for TONIGHT — don’t miss out!
INFO & TICKETS: https://blackswantheatre.com.au/.../raised-in-big-spirit

📍 Goolarri Amphitheatre

The tables are being set, the menu is looking incredible, and the countdown is on to one unforgettable night on Cable Be...
05/09/2026

The tables are being set, the menu is looking incredible, and the countdown is on to one unforgettable night on Cable Beach!

A huge Shinju thank you to the wonderful people, businesses and crews bringing the 2026 Sunset Long Table Dinner to life:

Broome Plumbing and Gas
Tassal Seafood
Willie Creek Pearls
Kimberley Coffee Company
Moontide Distillery, Broome WA
Cable Beach House
Brooks Hire Service Pty Ltd
Northside Rentals
Tomorrow's Tribe
Arrnott Olssen
Chef Chamy
Our amazing site and events crews
And all our generous sponsors and supporters

From the planning and preparation to the produce, equipment, creativity and countless helping hands, nights like this wouldn’t be possible without you. We can’t wait to come together for an incredible feast, a spectacular Cable Beach sunset and a truly special Shinju Matsuri celebration!

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