Kaurna Day - Tirkanthi - Ngutu - Taikurrinthi
Adelaide University invites you to celebrate Kaurna Day 2026, a free community event to immerse yourself and celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and culture. A sunrise smoking ceremony begins a day of music, dance, and storytelling.
Join us on Thursday 5 March 2026, 7 am–2:30 pm, as we strengthen the connection between Adelaide University and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and culture.
Whether you come for an hour or the day, there’s plenty to explore and discover: community stalls, performances by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists from the Centre of Aboriginal Studies in Music, academic and research showcases, student presentations, collaborative information sessions, traditional games, and cultural workshops.
Presented by: Adelaide University
Adelaide University is proud to continue the legacy of Kaurna Day, now in its third year, previously presented by the University of Adelaide and UniSA.
Kaurna Day fosters cultural unity and strengthens ties between the university and the Kaurna community. Together, we are building a brighter future, honouring the past while paving the way for growth, understanding, and lasting partnerships. Kaurna Day reflects the university's connection to the land and its traditional custodians. Recognising and celebrating this enduring connection is essential to fostering meaningful reconciliation.
Sessions
Ticket Prices
Free Event (No Tickets Needed)
1 Venue
Barr Smith Lawns at Adelaide University
Barr Smith Lawns, Adelaide University, North Terrace Campus, Adelaide, Kaurna
- Step-free mobility aid access through the main entrance with an accessible bathroom.
- Venue is suitable for all ages
Suitability & Warnings
Accessibility
- High Audio Content
- High Visual Content
- Audience members have the opportunity to interact or join artist on stage
- Suitable for audiences who may not have a comprehensive understanding of the English language
