Australian Native Food Festival 2025 at Carriageworks

Sydney’s Carriageworks will come alive on 27–28 September for the very first Australian Native Food Festival—a vibrant weekend celebrating First Nations culture, food, music, and storytelling.

Australian Native Food Festival 2025 at Carriageworks

Presented by Indigiearth and led by Ngemba Weilwan woman Sharon Winsor, the festival is free to attend and promises something for the whole family.

Visitors can look forward to cooking demonstrations from some of Australia’s favourite chefs, including Kylie Kwong, Colin Fassnidge, George Calombaris, Elena Duggan, and Attica’s Ben Shewry. Each will showcase creative dishes using native Australian ingredients, with plenty of inspiration for family meals at home.

Little foodies and curious minds will love seeing how bushfoods are transformed into tasty dishes, hearing stories from First Nations Elders, and exploring stalls from Indigenous-owned businesses such as Yaala Sparkling, Native Botanical Brewery, and Kungkas Can Cook. From lemon myrtle chicken to clever lunchbox ideas using bushfoods, the weekend is all about discovering new flavours and celebrating the stories behind them.

With music, art, food stalls, and hands-on learning, the Australian Native Food Festival offers an immersive way for families to connect with culture while enjoying a delicious day out!

For more information, visit the Australian Native Food Festival.

Where:    Carriageworks, 245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh
When:     Saturday 27 - Sunday 28 September 2025
Cost:       Free to attend, registration required. Chef demonstrations are ticketed and incur a cost.

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