Friday in the park Details
Date: Friday, 3rd July 2026
Time: 10am to 4.30pm
Location: Fogarty Park, Cairns QLD
Stall Sales: Food Vendor Stalls, Pre-set Stalls, Community Stalls, Self-provided Stalls
Performers: Complete an expression of interest to perform
Seeking Event Sponsor
Cairns regional council
Cairns Regional Council proudly supports a connected, inclusive, and culturally rich community—walking together to celebrate and elevate First Nations voices.
Merrissa Nona: Stalls Coordinator
Merrissa Nona has been a long-time NAIDOC Committee member, supporting the committee in its early days to establish its social media presence. She is excited to take on the role of Friday in the Park Stall Coordinator. Stepping into this position is a proud moment for Merrissa, as she continues the strong legacy of community involvement and cultural celebration established by her mentor, Aunty Lynette Dewis. Merrissa is passionate about building connections within the community and ensuring that NAIDOC in the Park remains a vibrant, inclusive space.
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About the committee
The Cairns NAIDOC Committee is made up of 100% volunteers — mob and community who give their time, knowledge, and heart without pay, because standing for culture is non-negotiable.
We proudly secure government funding, corporate sponsorships, and generate ticket sales to cover the costs of delivering NAIDOC events.
But the Committee itself remains fully volunteer-run.
Every meeting, every late-night email, every big decision — it’s all carried by the hands of people committed to seeing our culture thrive.