A cultural marketplace featuring stalls from diverse multicultural backgrounds displaying or selling arts, crafts, artworks, food and more. Both traditional and contemporary items will be on display or for sale.
The marketplace will feature a strong representation of Aboriginal and other First Nations groups, as well as showcase Wollongong’s diverse cultural groups and service providers.
The Cultural Bazaar and Food Fair will be open from 11.30am - 7pm.
Cultural Bazaar Stalls
| Stall Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Buribun Art | An Aboriginal owned and operated business selling Aboriginal paintings, woven art, shell work, jewellery, home decor, accessories and wearable cultural items. |
| Arts Out of Africa | African crafts, statues, sculptures and carvings. |
| Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra | MCCI will provide information on services to support diverse cultural communities in the region and a hands-on activity that showcases our diverse community. |
| Real Life Community Group | Representing Disability Culture across the Illawarra selling handmade items such as local Illawarra photography on cards, earrings, crochet items and more. |
| Q Bella Interiors & Fashion | Bags, jewellery and handicrafts. |
| Yindyamarra Cultural Experience | Traditional Aboriginal handcrafted artwork including Yidaki's (didgeridoo's), Bilma's (clapsticks), hunting and returning Barangs (boomerangs), emu callers, canvas artworks and Gulamans (coolamons). |
| Liseli Creations | Handmade headbands and accessories for all occasions, made with ethnic African print fabric that celebrates culture and style. |
| Caressa Designs | A range of Aboriginal clothing, accessories, original artworks and prints of original artworks. |
| Aussie Didg Arts and Craft | Handmade Aboriginal towels, book covers, tea towels, oven mitts, wheat bags, shoulder bags, aprons, ironing board covers, baby bibs, lanyards, key fobs and more. |
| Ukrainian Women Association Dreams Branch | Ukrainian dolls, souvenirs, Ukrainian costumes, head bands, necklaces, bracelets, pictures and more! |
| ROKHAK Twins | Representing the rich heritage of Baluchi culture from Zahedan, Iran. Each handmade jewellery piece features Sozandozi - a traditional Baluchi embroidery known for its vibrant colours and detailed patterns. |
| A Safer NSW Together - NSW Police | NSW Police proudly represent a diverse array of cultural backgrounds. Celebrating our rich and varied cultures through engaging activities, information packs, fun games and informative displays. |
| Vitenje Gift Store | African practical lifestyle accessories with African fabric prints and patterns, with headwraps, headbands, hats, journals, umbrellas, children’s clothes and more. |
| Illawarra Potters Society – Mark Making in Clay | Try some mark making on clay and view a display of works from a community workshop exploring mark making from different cultures. |
Food Fair (opposite World Stage)
| Stall Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Chile Chos | Traditional Chilean street food. |
| Balinese Spice Magic | Featuring authentic Balinese dishes made with bold spices and locally sourced ingredients. |
| Mama Sela's Polynesian Treats | Get ready for a taste of the Pacific! Mama Sela’s Polynesian Treats brings the flavours of Tonga with savoury delights, island sweets, and refreshing Otais. |