North Australian Festival of Arts (NAFA)

The North Australian Festival of Arts (NAFA) is back in Townsville for its seventh year!

Immerse yourself in over 400 vibrant performances filled with arts, culture, and community spirit.

Over 19 days, NAFA will transform Townsville with cabaret, circus, comedy, dance, kids and family shows, music, theatre, visual arts, and workshops.

Festival Highlights

Elements of Freestyle

Street meets stage: a spectacular show from the Netherlands that includes skating, freerunning and BMX – experience arts and extreme sports like never before!

Ninajirachi

Experience the cutting edge of electronic music with Ninajirachi, one of Australia’s most exciting rising stars, as she takes the stage at NAFA 2025.

TINA – A Tropical Love Story

A heartfelt tribute to Tina Turner’s indomitable spirit. Blending storytelling, cabaret, and dazzling drag, First Nations performer Miss Ellaneous (Ben Graetz) shares personal tales and celebrates Tina’s impact. Simply the best!

DRIFT – A Rockpool Party

Transforming Townsville’s iconic Strand Rockpool into a sun-drenched oasis of sound and sensation – headliner RONA. will be performing alongside sublime soloists and electronic dream-weavers guiding you through sunset.

Fringe @ NAFA

From laugh-out-loud comedy and cutting-edge cabaret to powerful theatre, live music, circus, and more – this is where underground gems and local legends take centre stage. With a mix of national acts, emerging artists and homegrown talent, there's something unexpected around every corner.

Don't miss out! View the full program and book your tickets now before it's too late!