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Kuranda Roots Festival

Kanjini Co-op, Emerald Creek

Experience the magic of Kuranda Roots Festival, an iconic reggae, soul, and world music event set in the stunning natural surrounds of Emerald Creek, near Mareeba in Far North Queensland. Now in its 23rd year, Kuranda Roots combines forces with Bushweek Festival to deliver a week-long celebration of music, art, and community from in June. This family-friendly festival kicks off with an immersive Camp-Out, offering creative workshops, yoga sessions, art and craft activities, and open mic performances, all designed to connect you with nature and community. Then, Kuranda Roots Festival shifts into full festival mode with an eclectic music lineup featuring reggae beats, soulful melodies, and world music rhythms, all celebrating this year’s theme of creative collaboration with spontaneous jams and live performances. Set within the Kanjini Nature Reserve, the festival encourages a drug and alcohol-free environment, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. While pets are not permitted, guests can enjoy a variety of food and drink vendors, an art gallery, and a craft village, catering to diverse tastes. Whether you join for the entire week or just the weekend, Kuranda Roots Festival promises a memorable experience of music, culture, and nature.
A band plays at Kuranda Roots Festival at Emerald Creek near Mareeba, FNQ.
First nations people welcome guests with a corroborees at Kuranda Roots Festival in Mareeba FNQ.
First nations people welcome guests with a corroborees at Kuranda Roots Festival in Mareeba FNQ.
A yogi leads a group in a session at the Kuranda Roots Festival in Mareeba, FNQ.
A DJ performs at Kuranda Roots Festival near Mareeba FNQ, fluorescent art surrounds him.
Visitors at the Kuranda Roots Festival in Emerald Creek, near Mareeba, FNQ.
A woman DJ's at Kuranda Roots Festival in Mareeba FNQ.
A band performs at Kuranda Roots Festival in Mareeba, Far North Queensland.
A man stands with a microphone performing at Kuranda Roots Festival in Emerald Creek, Mareeba FNQ.
A fire twirling performer at Kuranda Roots Festival in Mareeba, Far North Queensland.
When
20 August, 2027
Venue
Kanjini Co-op, Emerald Creek
Location and DirectionsMareeba Queensland 4880 Australia
Adult
$165.54 to $227.60
Early Bird Adult - Kuranda Roots & Camp Out (6 nights) - $227.60 Early Bird Adult: Kuranda Roots Festival (3 nights) - $165.54
Child
$124.84 to $165.54
Early Bird Youth (13-17) Kuranda Roots Festival (3 nights) – $124.84 Early Bird Youth (13-17) Kuranda Roots & Camp Out (6 nights) – $165.54
Product Types
  • Festivals and Celebrations
Facilities
  • Carpark
  • Family Friendly
  • Kiosk
  • Non Smoking
  • Public Toilet
  • Shop / Gift Shop
Accessibility
  • Does not cater for people with access needs.
Dates
  • Friday 20 August, 202708:00 - 12:00Confirmed Event
  • Saturday 21 August, 202708:00 - 12:00Confirmed Event
  • Sunday 22 August, 202708:00 - 12:00Confirmed Event