__NAIDOC week is a celebration of the histories, cultures and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.__

It [has its origins](https://www.naidoc.org.au/about/history "NAIDOC History") in Aboriginal protest and activism. It can be traced to the emergence of Aboriginal groups in the 1920s which sought to increase awareness in the wider community of the status and treatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. 

This year marks 50 years of the week-long celebrations, and the theme, ‘The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy’ celebrates achievements of the past and the bright future ahead.  

Learn more about Aboriginal culture and history at the [Sydney Barani website](https://www.sydneybarani.com.au/sites/naidoc-week/).

We encourage everyone to connect with [NAIDOC events across our local area](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/major-events/naidoc-week "NAIDOC Week"). You'll find them in Glebe, Woolloomooloo and Redfern.

Here are some ways to get involved.

![NAIDOC in the City - free concert. Image: Joseph Mayers](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/50IrdxajzmVybcX0MZ77jH/4ad91fd2415500808d42b5c28abc5e8e/c4be0360-3c2c-11f0-8471-452d244ded6d--NAIDOC-in-the-City--hero.jpg)  

## Visit NAIDOC in the City

Our yearly event features Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander music, dance, crafts, arts and products and services. A free live music concert will light up the big stage in Centennial Hall with headline acts Becca Hatch, Jem Cassar-Daley, 3% and more. See the schedule [here](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/naidoc-in-the-city). 

Sydney Town Hall   

Thursday 10 July  

Markets 2:30pm–8pm 

Concert 7pm–10:30pm  

![Bush food planting. Image: supplied.](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/1gut9e1ywsbWwLNfkr3kMd/003ddb9e99cd9930dfce369a32010319/d0496890-f9c8-11ec-ab21-71df8186556d--Bush-foods-in-the-city-hero.jpg)  

## Learn about local bush foods 

Join Sydney City Farm's [bush food planting day](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/bush-food-planting-day). Learn about bush foods suitable for growing in the local area, their uses and pot up a plant to take home.  

Sydney City Farm, St Peters  

Saturday 12 July from 12pm to 3:15pm  

![Sing with the Barayagal choir. Image: Karen Flood](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/1vpi29MzSI0Cx7EkWGOUWe/610795d55d4541fb3aa23fc8f661fced/075c7e50-1440-11f0-850b-332604b66893--Sing-with-the-Barayagal-Choir-at-Green-Square-Library-hero.webp)  

## Sing with the Barayagal Choir 

Experience a live performance by Barayagal, a community choir led by Nardi Simpson. [Take part in a workshop](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/sing-with-barayagal-choir-naidoc-week) to learn and sing together in celebration of First Nations voices.  

Green Square Library 

Thursday 10 July from 6:30pm to 7:30pm 

![Image: Supplied](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/22RryrlzL9rwPGxGHJfHF/decc701c4536cca2667923a5b1b1b850/f8a49550-2e03-11ef-95b2-99c7fa8db3e5--NAIDOC-Week-at-the-Maritime-Museum-hero.webp)

## All-ages fun at the National Maritime Museum  
The museum will host a [jam-packed day](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/naidoc-week-open-day) full of cultural activities for all ages, including artmaking, dance workshops with [Bangarra Dance Theatre](https://www.bangarra.com.au/) and storytelling.  

Australian Maritime Museum  

Sunday 6 July from 9:30am to 5pm  

![National Indigenous Art Fair. Image: supplied. ](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/1zjmtQNjJd2Fo6jqhYagqH/ebb92e6a68211c96e10fd6494f2ca6f7/5e6c0050-2654-11f0-a1a9-6744be8a8774--National-Indigenous-Art-Fair-hero.jpg)

## Explore the National Indigenous Art Fair 

Enjoy a vibrant weekend of [Indigenous art, design, food, and live performances](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/national-indigenous-art-fair). Taste native bush foods with celebrity chef Mindy Woods and hear music from Stiff Gins and Olivia and Cianna. 

Overseas Passenger Terminal 

Saturday 5 July & Sunday 6 July 

![Aboriginal cultural talks. Image: supplied.](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/6BMcxuQ28y4Pr8ywB2AeVg/de8c31f9de40179e5a97d75dfe59d4a4/9c230a30-335a-11ef-be16-930a9e0fff5a--Aboriginal-cultural-talks--Sky--Country-and-Culture-hero.jpg)  

## Go to a talk 

Join Gadigal Elder and cultural educator Uncle Jimmy Smith for a [free 3-part talk series](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/aboriginal-cultural-talks-sky-land-and-waters) sharing stories and wisdom passed down through generations. Learn directly from a traditional custodian about Aboriginal knowledge systems and their deep connection to nature and community. 

St. Helen’s Community Centre 

Sky – Astronomy: Tuesday 1 July, 11am–1:30pm [Book](https://booking.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/new_booking.html?company_id=37011&event_slot_id=1239623&_gl=1*1a417nj*_gcl_au*MTAxNTM5MTY5Mi4xNzQxNjUyNDEzLjE4NDg1NTAyNjEuMTc0MzU0NDA3Mi4xNzQzNTQ0MDcy*_ga*MTA0MDg5MjIyMi4xNjg3MTQ1Nzgy*_ga_9XNPE5YXEN*MTc0NTM3OTQ5Ni4xNzcuMS4xNzQ1MzgxNjk5LjAuMC4w) 

Land and Culture: Tuesday 8 July, 11am–1:30pm [Book](https://booking.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/new_booking.html?company_id=37011&event_slot_id=1239625&_gl=1*1hsnto9*_gcl_au*MTAxNTM5MTY5Mi4xNzQxNjUyNDEzLjE4NDg1NTAyNjEuMTc0MzU0NDA3Mi4xNzQzNTQ0MDcy*_ga*MTA0MDg5MjIyMi4xNjg3MTQ1Nzgy*_ga_9XNPE5YXEN*MTc0NTM3OTQ5Ni4xNzcuMS4xNzQ1MzgxNjk5LjAuMC4w) 

Waters: Tuesday 15 July, 11am–1:30pm [Book](https://booking.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/new_booking.html?company_id=37011&event_slot_id=1239626&_gl=1*1q10kxz*_gcl_au*MTAxNTM5MTY5Mi4xNzQxNjUyNDEzLjE4NDg1NTAyNjEuMTc0MzU0NDA3Mi4xNzQzNTQ0MDcy*_ga*MTA0MDg5MjIyMi4xNjg3MTQ1Nzgy*_ga_9XNPE5YXEN*MTc0NTM3OTQ5Ni4xNzcuMS4xNzQ1MzgxNjk5LjAuMC4w) 

### Want more?

- Explore the city’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and discover the stories that have changed the nation using the [Sydney Culture Walks app](https://www.sydneyculturewalksapp.com/barani-redfern/ "Sydney Culture Walks"). 

-	Find all NAIDOC week events happening around Sydney on the [official NAIDOC website](https://www.naidoc.org.au/local-events/local-naidoc-week-events "NAIDOC Week official website").

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