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In Rockhampton, our LUMINOUS Lantern Parade will be held at the Taste of the World Festival hosted by the Central Queensland Multicultural Association (CQMA) at the Rockhampton Showgrounds.

This is an opportunity to try new foods and enjoy lots of entertainment.

The Giant Laughing Kookaburra will be there from 4pm and will lead the lantern parade.

Represent your culture or community. A great activity for schools and families.

We will provide LED candles to light up your lanterns on the day.

  • Festival starts at 11am (entry is $4)
  • FREE lantern making workshop
  • Prizes for the best lanterns
  • Live entertainment and food stalls
  • Giant Kookaburra from 4pm
  • Lantern Parade at 5.00pm

Check out the Giant Kookaburra, built by Dr Farvardin Daliri OAM.

Find out more about the full Taste of the World Festival program, brought to you by the Central Queensland Multicultural Association.

 

WHEN
May 22, 2021 at 11:00am - 6pm
WHERE
Rockhampton Showgrounds
New Exhibition Rd
Wandal, QLD 4700
Australia
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CONTACT
Jill Armstrong ·
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