Enjoy NAIDOC Week 2026 events in Logan
A range of community events are being held around Logan to share ’50 Years of Deadly’ for NAIDOC Week 2026.
Find an event near you from our list below, and share in acknowledging the histories, cultures and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
The official date for the National Aboriginal and Islanders Day Observance Committee (NAIDOC) Week is 5 – 12 July, but there are other activities before and after, to add to the celebrations.
Close to 15,000 Logan residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, representing around 4 per cent of the Logan population.
ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER EVENTS
NAIDOC Week Flag Raising Ceremony – Meadowbrook
6 July: Each year during NAIDOC Week, Griffith University hosts flag raising ceremonies across its campuses as an opportunity to bring together members of the Griffith community to publicly commemorate the importance of honouring the continued connection to culture, country, and to respectfully acknowledge all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island peoples. This year the Logan campus ceremony begins at 8:30 am at the Entrance Court.
NAIDOC 2026 Family Fun Day – Kingston
7 July: The 2026 Logan NAIDOC Family Fun Day, run by Logan District Elders, Logan City Council, First Nations community organisations and local stakeholders, will celebrate 50 Years of Deadly. The community day will begin on Tuesday 7 July at the Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct with gates opening at 8:30 am for a 9 am start to the event, which will run until 2:30 pm.
Mayor Jon Raven says sharing stories is always a highlight of the annual event.
‘Logan is all about connecting culture and community,’ Mayor Raven says. ‘The city’s NAIDOC Week events focus on dance, language and food and this year’s theme is a great milestone to celebrate with our First Nations people.’
Aunty Margaret Finlay from the Logan District Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Corporation for Elders says they are proud to celebrate 50 Years of Deadly with the Logan community.
‘This family fun day is about bringing everyone together, honouring our culture and sharing in the strength of our mob,’ Aunty Marg says. ‘I want to thank all the committee, sponsors and volunteers who have supported us to make this day possible. Everyone is welcome. Come along for a day of food, community stalls, entertainment, rides, sporting activities and connection and experience our culture with us.’
The event will feature live performances from Nana Magic, Samara, Australian Idol 2025 finalist Jaymon Bob, deadly MCs Corina Reuben and JS, and 2026 Voice contestant Daisha Auda. For more information: loganarts.com.au/events
Snake craft and Indigenous dot sticker creations – Marsden
7 July: In this school holiday session at Marsden Library, children can make a slithery beaded snake and create a colourful dot sticker artwork to take home. They will be inspired by the vibrant dot artworks of Wonnarua digital artist Kerri‑Ann Taggart and celebrate NAIDOC Week 2026. For ages 4 to 12. Bookings required.
Story time: NAIDOC Week – Logan libraries
7, 8, 9, 10 July: Join staff at Logan libraries from 10 am to 10:30 am for a special story time to celebrate NAIDOC Week. ‘Story time’ is a First 5 Forever program ideal for children from birth to 5 years and their families or carers. No bookings required. 7 July – Beenleigh Library; 8 July – Marsden Library, Logan Central Library, Logan Hyperdome Library; 9 July – Logan Village Library, 10 July – Logan North Library.
Gindaja – Cassowary art workshops and stories – Underwood, Marsden, Browns Plains
9 July: Join Trevor Fourmile, a Gimuy Walubara Yidinji artist, storyteller and cultural educator, in this creative and interactive workshop at 3 Logan libraries. Create your own cassowary art and learn about Gindaja, the Southern Cassowary. For primary school aged children 7 to 12 years. These events are free and bookings are required. Bookings for: Logan North Library in Underwood at 9:30 am; Marsden Library in Marsden at 12 noon, Logan West Library at 2:30 pm in Browns Plains.
Jarjums (Children) on Country – Greenbank
9 July: A free morning of learning and celebrating culture, connection, and community will be held from 10 am to 12 noon at Everleigh Park to celebrate NAIDOC Week. Bring your children along these school holidays to immerse themselves in the traditions and stories of the land, as we come together to honour and respect Indigenous heritage. This interactive school holiday event will feature archaeological digging, artefacts and traditional face painting with the Jagera people, live didgeridoo sounds for the soul, an animal petting farm experience, and an art station where children can colour and create a piece of art to win prizes. Organised by Everleigh Mirvac. Reserve your spot here.
Nyeumba-Meta Book Club – Logan Central
14 July: This book club creates an accessible, safe space for community conversations that help to raise awareness about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and histories. This book club is for adults and meets at Logan Central and Beenleigh Libraries. To celebrate NAIDOC Week, meet at Logan Central Library on 14 July in the Nyeumba-Meta Reading Area, from 10 am to 11 am. No bookings are required.
Living Sculptures: How the birds got their colours – Logan Central
16 July: This free event at Logan Entertainment Centre is a stunning, Indigenous-led, contemporary performance piece fusing traditional First Nations dance, storytelling and contemporary circus. In a collaboration between ARC Circus and Luther Cora and his team from Yugambeh Aboriginal Dancers, the work is a telling of the traditional Dreamtime story of the same name, which explores themes of belonging and our unique differences. This event is part of ‘Where Do I Belong?’, which is a series of contemporary art exhibitions, bird-themed activities, events and performances around Logan that reveal the beauty and fragility of native birds while igniting hope for a sustainable future.
Up Late: Where Do I Belong? twilight gathering – Logan Central
16 July: Art, light, and community will come alive to celebrate ‘Where Do I Belong?’ at Logan Entertainment Centre and Logan Art Gallery from 3 pm to 8 pm. Hear artist talks at the gallery from Indigenous artists Aunty Wendy, Aunty Shirley and Dale, then at 5:45 pm watch ‘Living Sculptures: How the birds got their colours’ (see details listed above). Other activities include a live mural painting on the gallery exterior wall, Dead Puppet Society workshops, a musical performance and roving performers. Bring your picnic blanket. This event is free, with free parking. Limelight Cafe will be open. Presented by the City of Logan. Reserve your spot: Up late Tickets | Eventbrite.
Uncle Reg Knox Memorial Exhibition – Logan Central
Now until 18 July: The legacy of celebrated Aboriginal artist Uncle Reg Knox is being recognised in a special exhibition at Logan Art Gallery. The memorial exhibition honours the work of Uncle Reg, who passed away in 2020 at the age of 90. It features works from the Logan Art Collection, alongside local First Nations artists and is open until Saturday, July 18. The exhibition celebrates Uncle Reg’s national and international impact as a Kamilaroi man and City of Logan resident, which included gifting an artwork to Pope John Paul II. Logan Art Gallery is open from 10 am to 4 pm between Tuesday and Saturday. Entry is free.
PHOTO AT TOP: A smoking ceremony will be part of the 2026 Logan NAIDOC Family Fun Day.