Parrtjima – A Festival in Light returns to illuminate the heart of Australia from 4-13 April 2025. Audiences will immerse themselves in culture and art set against the stunning backdrop of the ancient MacDonnell Ranges, a 300-million-year-old natural canvas, at Alice Springs Desert Park.
Held in Alice Springs (Mparntwe), Parrtjima 2025 will take visitors on a journey under the Red Centre’s starry skies, with a celebration and exploration of art and culture on Arrernte Country.
Under the guidance of the Parrtjima Festival Reference Group and Curator Rhoda Roberts AO, Parrtjima showcases Aboriginal culture through immersive experiences that foster connections across generations.
The Reference Group works with Northern Territory Major Events Company and creative partners We Are Gather and Grumpy Sailor to provide direction and support, ensuring that sensitivities are carefully considered at every step. They also help foster youth engagement within the local community and create new opportunities for participation among Aboriginal communities.
In its 10th iteration, Parrtjima will explore the theme of Timelessness, celebrating how culture transcends generations through music, song, oral storytelling, and dance.
Parrtjima’s use of technology to share the world’s oldest living culture reflects the influence of contemporary society, breathing new life into ancient rhythms. Yet the sacred songlines, ceremonies and rituals remain steadfast, connecting us to ancestors and the wisdom of the ages, invoking a profound sense of timelessness.
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