Australian Heritage Festival NSW

Overview

Celebrating its 45th year, the Australian Heritage Festival NSW offers a sprawling events program delving into natural, historic and Indigenous heritage. Spanning 150 free and ticketed events, the chock-a-block calendar is designed for all ages, interests, regions and budgets, so finding a nearby happening that piques your curiosity is a breeze.

This edition of the festival centres on the theme, 'Unearthed', where lesser-known histories and stories are brought into the light. Meanwhile, largely overlooked knowledge empowers visitors with the information to become future custodians of culture and tradition. Best of all, there are numerous ways to get involved, from art exhibitions and ceremonies to food experiences, live performances and tours of historical sights.

Running from World Heritage Day on Friday, April 18 to Sunday, May 18, the Australian Heritage Festival is the country's largest community-driven celebration of heritage. Keep an eye out for the forthcoming NSW program and head along to learn about your corner of the state and all the tales and landmarks that make it so special.