Shinju Matsuri Festival of the Pearl 2024
Important Dates
When: Saturday 17th August - Sunday 1st September 2024
Keep the spirit of Broome alive and get immersed in the 51st annual Shinju Matsuri Festival. This annual event is run and organised by local residents who pass the celebrations onto the next generation and visitors alike.
With over 20 different events, the Matsuri Festival has something on its menu for foodies, families and explorers alike.
Here are our top picks for Shinju Festival Broome events:
1. Chinatown Feast
Experience the finest Broome cuisine made by a collaboration of talented local chefs. Chinatown Feast is a starlit Hawkers Market with a Broome-style twist. Held in the heart of Broome on the streets of Chinatown, this event is a feast for the senses featuring cultural entertainment from local Kimberley artists and touring performers.
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18+ GA seated
2. HFSA Jetty Gala
Jetty Gala is Shinju Matsuri’s newest feature event.
A gala cocktail event set against the waters and mangroves of Broome’s world famous Roebuck Bay, join us for an evening on “croc jetty” as we watch the stars come out accompanied by surprise local performance and live music. A paired tasting experience like no other, Jetty Gala is a celebration of Kimberley delicacies including pearl meat and seasonal produce paired with a local beverage selection and feature cocktail menu.
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3. Paspaley Floating Lantern VIP
Experience the Floating Lantern Matsuri in style. Enjoy sunset views in the Floating Lantern Matsuri VIP lounge before sending your lantern out to sea.
Your ticket includes event entry including access to the Floating Lantern Matsuri VIP lounge, your lantern kit, open bar and a special locally catered canape menu.
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4. 2024 Sunset Long Table Dinner
Shinju Matsuri’s premier dining event, the Sunset Long Table Dinner is a decadent banquet on the shore against a magical sunset at Broome’s world renowned Cable Beach.Ticket includes a curated multi-course menu catered by Sydney Cove Oyster Bar, open bar including a selection of local beverages and feature cocktails, and live performances by local artists.
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