Cairns residents gathered at McKenzie Street Parklands on Saturday for the Cairns Holi Festival – Festival of Colours, organised by GOPIO Cairns Inc, bringing families and visitors together for a morning of music, colour play and food.
The event ran from 10:00am to 2:00pm and attracted people from across the region who joined in celebrating Holi, the traditional Indian festival that marks the arrival of spring and is known for its use of coloured powders shared among participants.
Music from a local DJ played throughout the event as attendees took part in the colour celebrations and spent time with family and friends in the parklands.
“This event was about bringing the community together,” said a spokesperson from GOPIO Cairns Inc. “It was wonderful to see people from many different backgrounds celebrating culture, enjoying the music, and sharing the spirit of Holi.”
Families and visitors moved through the park while children and adults alike took part in the colour play, which is widely associated with Holi celebrations around the world.
Food trucks, including Satiable and Momo Express, served a range of dishes during the gathering, offering attendees a variety of options throughout the day.
Organisers said the event reflected the community spirit of the festival and the diverse make-up of Cairns.
“Holi is a celebration of colour, joy, and community. Seeing so many smiling faces enjoying the festival together was truly special,” the organisers said.
GOPIO Cairns Inc acknowledged the volunteers, vendors and supporters who assisted with the event and helped organise the day’s activities.
The organisation said it hopes the festival will continue to grow as an annual multicultural celebration in Cairns, encouraging connections among residents and sharing cultural traditions with the wider community.
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