Shine On Gimuy

Shine On Gimuy is an immersive First Nations arts, culture and ideas festival, led by Artistic Director, Rhoda Roberts AO.  Held along the glistening foreshore of tropical Gimuy/Cairns, our 2024 festival will bring the Esplanade and Salt House Festival Hub to life from 3-13 October.

Hosted by the Yidinji Nation, on their homelands, our festival is a celebration of all forms of First Nations storytelling, showcasing innovative arts and cultural practices, as well as illuminating insights in science and industry.  Countryand First Nations peoples' connections to Countryare integral to our festival.  

In 2024 visitors can experience the signature events:

• Art Story Walk (an immersive installation of light and art sculpture, animation and soundscapes),
• Calling Country Ceremony (a coming-together of dance groups from local and neighbouring Nations and clan groupsa ceremony not performed for a century until 2023's event),
• Deep Wisdom Talks (a series of symposium topics, remarking on philosophy, science, the arts, culture, and politics),
• Music Makers performances (featuring world-renowned and emerging talent),
• Blak Markets (art, crafts and business stalls),
• With more to be announced in July and August...

Shine On Gimuy is produced by Queensland's Shine On Productions and is presented in partnership with QMF. Shine On Gimuy is part of the QMF Tropics Trail: Qldmusictrails.com/trails/the-tropics-trail

Our First Nations-led festival was universally applauded in 2023's inaugural year, with attendance over the 10 day Festival reaching over 33,000 and accruing $2 Million for the local/regional economy.

We will be capturing photos and videos at the event for reporting and marketing purposes. While we make every effort to respect your space, please be aware that by attending, you consent to being photographed.