NAIDOC Week 2026: Fifty Years of Deadly

Join us this NAIDOC Week to celebrate 50 Years of Deadly.

Deadly Day Out: Celebrate NAIDOC Week 2026 with Wulgurukaba Walkabouts
Tuesday 7 July 2026 | 10am – 2pm, Free drop-in activities – places limited

Join Queensland Museum Tropics and Wulgurukaba Walkabouts from 10am for a Smoking Ceremony and storytelling, followed by an array of dance, art, and cultural artefact workshops led by local cultural practitioners.

Our Deadly Day Out activities and workshops are free, but some have limited capacity. To give more participants the opportunity to join in, certain workshops will run multiple sessions throughout the day. Please note that each session will cover the same content, so participants are encouraged to attend only one session per workshop type.

The final timetable for our Deadly Day Out will be announced soon.

Dilly Bag Designers
Wednesday 8 – Friday 10 July 2026 | 9am – 1pm, Free Drop-in Self-Led Workshop

Sit, reflect, and be inspired by the traditional gathering bags used by First Nations peoples across Australia, these strong and cleverly crafted bags have been used for thousands of years to carry food, tools, and everyday treasures.

In this hands on, self-led drop in activity, participants can think, create, and experiment with different construction methods and materials as they discover how natural fibres, different techniques, and thoughtful design contribute to making strong, practical bags for different purposes.

Come craft and create your own unique dilly bag inspired creation to take home — a functional artwork inspired by Australia’s First Nations knowledge and craftsmanship.

What will you carry in your bag?

The Dilly Bag Designers activity is a free drop-in activity recommended for ages 5+ and wait times may apply. Children must be accompanied by a guardian at all times.