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Shinju Matsuri

Shinju Matsuri, Broome's Festival of the Pearl has been an iconic part of the regional WA events program since 1970. The festival celebrates Broome's unique & diverse culture & history, via a 16 day program of events that tantalise all senses... sight, sound & most of all TASTE.

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Shinju Matsuri 2023 - Sunset Long Table Dinner

Saturday 9 September 2023
Indulge in an opulent night dining under the stars at our premier dining event, the Sunset Long Table Dinner on spectacular Cable Beach. Renowned as one of the most exclusive dining tables in WA, every year the Sunset Long Table Dinner is the most anticipated Shinju Matsuri event. Featuring a menu curated & delivered by our 2023 headline chef Khanh Ong alongside local caterers Zookeepers by Spinifex Brewing Co. The exciting menu, inspired by Broome's rich cultural tapestry, will showcase local ingredients & seasonal produce from the region. Enjoy entertainment by local & touring musicians & performers throughout the evening, before finishing the night with a dance in the sand under the Kimberley sky.
Cable Beach
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Shinju Matsuri 2023 - Paspaley Floating Lantern VIP

Sunday 3 September 2023
Experience the spectacular Floating Lantern Matsuri in style, enjoying uninterupted sunset views from the exclusive Paspaley Floating Lantern VIP lounge. Your VIP pass includes event entry, access to the Floating Lantern VIP lounge, floating lantern kit, open bar for the duration of the event & a special menu of Japanese canapes by Pica's Kitchen served throughout the evening. This experience always sells out, secure your tickets today.
Gantheaume Point
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Shinju Matsuri 2023 - Horizon Power Floating Lantern Kits

Sunday 3 September 2023
Be part of this year's Horizon Power Floating Lantern Matsuri at Gantheaume Point. The Horizon Power Floating Lantern Matsuri is a free community event to attend, however if you would like to participate in the float we encourage you to pre purchase you lantern kit before the festival begins, as limited numbers are available.
Gantheaume Point
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Shinju Matsuri 2023 - Jetty Gala

Friday 1 September 2023
Take in the beauty of Broome’s world famous Roebuck Bay at our Jetty Gala, set amongst the iconic mangroves on Town Beach Jetty. Delight your senses as you indulge in a selection of canapes, inspired by Kimberley delicacies & seasonal produce, by DMK the Kitchen served all throughout the evening. Toast to the evening's staircase to the moon with a feature beverage list including Craft Beers by Spinifex Brewing Co., WA Wines. Cocktails are available for sale behind the bar. Then dance the night away under the stars with a stellar line up of local musicians & bands. A night in Broome not to be missed!
Town Beach Jetty
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Shinju Matsuri 2023 - HFSA Chinatown Feast

Wednesday 30 August 2023
The Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures Chinatown Feast is our starlit Hawker Style dining event with a Kimberley twist. Held in the heart of Chinatown Broome, with a new home in 2023 on Short St. Tantalise your taste-buds with a selection of dishes from Broome's finest food vendors, while roving performers & live musicians entertain you throughout the evening.
Chinatown
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Shinju Matsuri 2023 - Dahlia Designs Shinju Opening Ball

Saturday 26 August 2023
The Dahlia Designs Shinju Opening Ball is a modern take on the historic Shinju Ball, in a striking new venue - Shinju Matsuri Festival Hub by Spinifex Brewing Co. Keep the festival opening ceremony celebrations going in style by a star-lit Roebuck Bay, with live music, dinner & drinks. All guests will receive a welcome drink on arrival with a selection of canapes served all throughout the evening. Get ready to dance the night away on our outdoor dance floor with local faves Miss Behave & the School of Funk keeping the tunes flowing all night long. Dress code is "Kimberley Class", think semi-formal with a Broome twist. Limited tickets are available, be quick!
Shinju Matsuri Festival Hub by Spinifex Brewing Co.
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Shinju Matsuri Sunset Long Table Dinner (Saturday)

Saturday 3 September 2022
Indulge in an opulent night dining under the stars at our premier dining event, the Sunset Long Table Dinner on spectacular Cable Beach. Renowned as one of the most exclusive dining tables in WA, every year the Sunset Long Table Dinner is the most anticipated Shinju Matsuri event. Featuring a menu curated by feature chef Brendan Pang & catered by Sydney Cove Oyster Bar Broome, showcasing local ingredients & seasonal produce, inspired by Broome's rich cultural tapestry.
Cable Beach
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Shinju Matsuri Sunset Long Table Dinner (Friday)

Friday 2 September 2022
Indulge in an opulent night dining under the stars at our premier dining event, the Sunset Long Table Dinner on spectacular Cable Beach. Renowned as one of the most exclusive dining tables in WA, every year the Sunset Long Table Dinner is the most anticipated Shinju Matsuri event. Featuring a menu curated by feature chef Brendan Pang & catered by Sydney Cove Oyster Bar Broome, showcasing local ingredients & seasonal produce, inspired by Broome's rich cultural tapestry.
Cable Beach
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Shinju Matsuri Paspaley Floating Lantern VIP

Sunday 28 August 2022
Experience the spectacular Floating Lantern Matsuri in style, enjoying uninterupted sunset views from our exclusive Paspaley Floating Lantern VIP lounge. Your VIP pass includes event entry, with access to the Paspaley Floating Lantern VIP lounge, your floating lantern kit, open bar just for VIPs & a special menu of Japanese canapes by Sushi Ichiban Broome.
Gantheaume Beach
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Floating Lantern Matsuri - Lantern Kits

Sunday 28 August 2022
Pre-purchase your floating lantern kit ready to be part of this year's Floating Lantern Matsuri at Gantheaume Point. As part of our 2022 hub program, we have two Lantern Decorating workshops happening at the Shinju Matsuri Festival Hub at Town Beach so you can decorate your lantern ahead of time, leaving you more time to appreciate the iconic experience of our Floating Lantern Matsuri. Make a Lantern sessions: - Wed 24th August 4-5pm - Sun 28th August 11am-12pm Lanterns will be available for collection from our festival hub from August 20-28th. GA Entry to Floating Lantern Matsuri is Free.
Shinju Matsuri Festival Hub
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Shinju Matsuri H.F.S.A Jetty Gala

Friday 26 August 2022
Take in the beauty of Broome’s world famous Roebuck Bay, at the Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures Jetty Gala, set amongst the iconic mangroves on Town Beach Jetty. Delight your senses as you indulge in a celebration of Kimberley delicacies, including pearl meat & seasonal produce, paired with a local beverage selection & feature cocktail list. Sit back, dine & be entertained by local musicians & performers... the perfect evening under the stars!
Town Beach Jetty
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Shinju Matsuri Chinatown Feast

Wednesday 24 August 2022
Experience the finest Broome cuisine made by a collaboration of talented local chefs. Chinatown Feast is a starlit Hawkers Market with a Broome-style twist. Held in the heart of Broome on the streets of Chinatown, this event is a feast for the senses featuring cultural entertainment from local Kimberley artists and touring performers.
Chinatown