Saltwater Freshwater Festival

21/02/2026

06/02/2026

Festival Photo Gallery 2026
The fun. The faces. The memories.
Gallery now live ✨

👉 https://saltwaterfreshwaterfest.com.au/photo-gallery-now-live/

04/02/2026

The words we heard at the Saltwater Freshwater Festival say it all — powerful, healing, strong, and deeply needed.

People spoke about the importance of being with mob on a hard day, feeling held by community, and celebrating culture, resilience, and connection.

📽 https://saltwaterfreshwaterfest.com.au/festival-voices/

Thank you for sharing your voices with us. This is why we gather. ❤️

Presented by Saltwater Freshwater Arts Alliance Aboriginal Corporation and proudly supported by Indigenous Languages and Arts, Create Australia, the National Council of Australia, Aboriginal Affairs (Australian Government) and Create NSW (NSW Government).

04/02/2026

✨ What a day! ✨

Saltwater Freshwater Arts Alliance is proud to have presented the Saltwater Freshwater Festival on 26 January — being together with community is powerful!

Our favourite thing? Seeing everyone connect, support one another, and celebrate culture that continues to thrive.

Sharing a few top pics from the day — more coming soon on our Gallery Site.

Thank you to everyone who joined us — we can’t wait to gather again next year!

Supported by Indigenous Languages and Arts, Create Australia, the National Council of Australia, Aboriginal Affairs (Australian Government) and Create NSW (NSW Government).




📸by and the trees photography

26/01/2026

🎉🌈 OH WHAT FUN WE’RE HAVING! 🌈🎉

The festival is in full swing and the vibes are HIGH ✨🔥
So much laughter, music, connection, and community — our hearts are full 🫶

⏰ Only 3 HOURS LEFT ⏰
If you haven’t made it down yet, there’s still time to jump in, soak it up, and be part of the magic 🎶💃🕺

Come join us, feel the energy, and share in the joy 💛🌿

Presented by Saltwater Freshwater Arts Alliance Aboriginal Corporation and proudly supported by Indigenous Languages and Arts, Create Australia, the National Council of Australia, Aboriginal Affairs (Australian Government) and Create NSW (NSW Government).

25/01/2026

🌊🌿 SALTWATER FRESHWATER CALL OUT 🌿🌊
We kick off at 11am ⏰ and would love everyone to come along, arrive on time, and join us from the start 🌿✨

Come connect **on Country**, feel the energy, meet mob and community, and ease into the day together 🤝💛
There’ll be plenty of moments to **have fun**, **share stories**, and **set the vibe** for a deadly day ahead 🎶🖤💛❤️

📖 Check out the **program** so you don’t miss a thing
🌈 Come early, come open
🤗 Look after each other
🛡️ Be safe, be respectful, be present

Bring your smiles, your curiosity, and your good energy — we can’t wait to welcome you 🌞✨

Presented by Saltwater Freshwater Arts Alliance Aboriginal Corporation and proudly supported by Indigenous Languages and Arts, Create Australia, the National Council of Australia, Aboriginal Affairs (Australian Government) and Create NSW (NSW Government).

25/01/2026

✨ ONE MORE SLEEP! ✨
The festival is almost here and we’re counting down the hours! 🎶🎉

Bring your good vibes, community spirit, friendship, and all-round goodness 💛🌈
This is a space to connect, dance, laugh, and soak it all in together 🫶

💰 Gold coin donation on the day
💧 Bring your water bottles
🧴 Sunscreen is a must
👒 Hats or umbrellas recommended

It’s going to be hot & sultry ☀️🔥 so come prepared and look after each other

We cannot WAIT to see you all there! 💃🕺✨

Presented by Saltwater Freshwater Arts Alliance Aboriginal Corporation and proudly supported by Indigenous Languages and Arts, Create Australia, the National Council of Australia, Aboriginal Affairs (Australian Government) and Create NSW (NSW Government).

24/01/2026

🌊 CREATE. CONNECT. CELEBRATE. 🔥

Discover beautiful, meaningful works from our arts and craft stall holders, showcasing culture, creativity, and community:

Caressa Design • Barrwaya (Gumbaynggirr Nation)
Buribun Art • Saretta Art and Design
Yarrawarra Aboriginal Cultural Centre
Yarna Secrets • Cewal Graphics
Soco’s Custom Furnishings • Aunty JuJu’s
Joedie Lawler • Neville McKenzie

🎨 Art • Culture • Community

Presented by Saltwater Freshwater Arts Alliance Aboriginal Corporation and proudly supported by Indigenous Languages and Arts, Create Australia, the National Council of Australia, Aboriginal Affairs (Australian Government) and Create NSW (NSW Government).

23/01/2026

🌊 COME HUNGRY. LEAVE HAPPY. 🔥

Enjoy a wide range of delicious tastes from our incredible food vendors, bringing flavours from across cultures and communities:

North Coast Souvlaki • Mak’s Turkish Gozleme
Mmm Aunty Coffee • Bello Pizza
Original Sticks on a Stick • Tropical Sno
Kozy Kitchens • Schnitz On A Roll
The Marrakech Express Catering
Dipin Dots Icecream

🍴 Food • Culture • Community

Presented by Saltwater Freshwater Arts Alliance Aboriginal Corporation and proudly supported by Indigenous Languages and Arts, Create Australia, the National Council of Australia, Aboriginal Affairs (Australian Government) and Create NSW (NSW Government).