Little Mobs Tent – National Indigenous Art Fair 2025

Taking place on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 July, this free program of drop in activities invites children and families to explore art, nature, dance and storytelling, all guided by First Nations artists and Elders. It’s a unique opportunity for young visitors to connect with culture through creativity and play.

From ochre painting and gumnut jewellery-making to shellwork, bushfoods and storytelling through possum skin art, the activities are designed to spark imagination and offer a deeper understanding of Country, culture and creative expression. Children can also take part in fun and inclusive dance workshops with the Budja Budja Butterfly Dance Group, Brolga Dance Academy, and more.

Highlights:

• Shellwork workshop with Tahlia Brown-Sait & Latarley Brown-Yeo
• Bushfoods and native plant propagation with Indigigrow
• Gumnut jewellery-making with Marlene & Sharona Cooley of Maruku Arts
• Possum skin and ochre painting with Aunty Amanda and Jane Reynolds
• Children’s dance workshops with Budja Budja Butterfly
• Ochre face painting with Brolga Dance Academy

All activities are free with entry to the Fair ($3 per adult, children under 12 free). 

The Little Mobs Tent opens at 12pm on Saturday 5 July and 10.30am on Sunday 6 July. No bookings are required, though parent / guardian supervision is essential during participation and parents must show evidence of paid entry to the Art Fair.

For full event details and times on the National Indigenous Art Fair, view the schedule here. You can also pre-book your Art Fair entry to skip the queue and go in the draw to win a $200 art voucher.