Nepal Festival
Experience the sights, sounds and flavours of Nepal at this free festival, featuring live performances, authentic food, family entertainment and vibrant community celebrations.
Get ready for Nepal Festival 2026, Sydney's premier celebration of Nepalese culture and one of Australia's most vibrant multicultural festivals. Returning bigger, brighter and more exciting than ever, this Free community event will transform the iconic Darling Harbour into a spectacular showcase of Nepal's rich heritage, traditions and community spirit.
Experience a full day of unforgettable entertainment featuring spectacular cultural performances, live music, traditional Nepalese dance, authentic Nepalese food, cultural exhibitions, interactive family-friendly activities and exciting new attractions. Whether you're discovering Nepalese culture for the first time or celebrating your heritage, Nepal Festival 2026 offers something for visitors of all ages.
More than just a cultural festival, Nepal Festival is a powerful celebration of identity, diversity, unity and cultural pride, bringing communities from across New South Wales together in an atmosphere of connection, inclusion and celebration.
Festival highlights:
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Grand parade: The festival kicks off with a colourful community parade, making its way into Tumbalong Park from 10.30am.
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Nepalase food: Sample Nepalese cuisine from across the country, including momo (dumplings), Newari dishes, sel roti and chowmein. New this year is Sherpa cuisine, featuring laphing, a popular dish among younger members of the Nepalese community.
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Nepal House: Explore Nepalese artefacts and cultural items at this new attraction celebrating the country’s heritage.
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Culture and dance: An afternoon cultural program from 12.30pm features traditional Nepalese dance and cultural performances.
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Tihar celebrations: A special Tihar-themed cultural display brings the colour and atmosphere of the festival of lights to Tumbalong Park.
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Family fun: Children can enjoy face painting alongside hands-on activities for visitors of all ages.
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Live music: Headline performances from Prakash Saput, Rachana Rimal and Sudin Pokharel, plus live sets from RAD Studio and three live bands from 7:30pm.
Culture Alive Festivals
Discover the cultures that make Sydney one of the world's most vibrant and diverse cities through Culture Alive, Darling Harbour's signature program of multicultural festivals.
Across the year, Culture Alive brings together a series of vibrant celebrations that showcase the traditions, flavours, music, dance and stories of communities from around the world. More than a collection of festivals, Culture Alive is an invitation to experience the richness of multicultural Sydney through authentic cultural experiences in one iconic waterfront destination.
Whether you're discovering a new cuisine, enjoying spectacular live performances, exploring artisan markets or joining interactive workshops, every visit offers something new to experience, learn and celebrate.