Afrekete Island Edition 3.0

🌊 Afrekete Island Edition 3.0

Australia's Premier Afro-Cuban Culture, Dance & Music Festival

Get ready for the third instalment of one of Australia's most unique and vibrant cultural celebrations — Afrekete Island Edition 3.0, set against the breathtaking backdrop of Yunbenun (Magnetic Island), off the coast of Townsville, North Queensland.

This is more than a festival. It's an immersive experience where Latin dance, Afro-Cuban music, and living culture come together in one of the most stunning island settings you'll find anywhere in the world.

What's Included

The Full Event Pass gives you access to everything across the weekend:

• 🎶 Pre-event warm-up sessions to get you in the groove from the very first night

• 🕺 Social dance nights — feel the music, meet the community, dance until you can't stop

• 🥁 Drumming workshops — connect with the rhythms at the heart of Afro-Cuban tradition

• 💃 Dance workshops — open to all levels, whether you're just starting out or deepening your craft

Running across Friday, Saturday & Sunday, the full pass is your all-access ticket to an unforgettable long weekend of movement, music, and culture.

Day passes and individual session passes will be available soon — stay tuned for details.

Why You Should Be There

Afrekete is not just a festival — it's a community gathering that grows stronger every year. Set on a tropical island, surrounded by nature and brought to life by passionate dancers, drummers, and artists, Edition 3.0 promises to be the biggest and most powerful one yet.

Don't miss your chance to be part of it. 🌺