Shinju Matsuri

Shinju Matsuri (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.

Come to Broome, Western Australia this year to discover the arts, food, community and cultural program of events over the 10 days of Shinju Matsuri.

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.