Industry Events

Mark your calendar with the most anticipated tourism events of the year

2018 Lukim PNG Nau Tourism Expo, Kokopo, East New Britain

Come Celebrate with Us in Papua New Guinea! 

We have a variety of Events happening in Papua New Guinea this year!  Keep scrolling to see our list below. 

Interested in experiencing our famous cultural festivals? Click Cultural Events or download our Special Events Guide for a more comprehensive read of tourism related activities and events. 

Events

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National Game Fishing Titles

April 12-22 | The Port Moresby Game Fishing Club is set to host the 2019 National Game Fishing Titles.

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ANZAC Day

April 25 | We continue to remember the legendary contributions of the ANZACs during WWII in Papua New Guinea.

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PNG Flower Show

May 6-12 | A beautiful floral showcase of our unique PNG flowers brought to you by our local floriculturists.

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WWOMB Fashion & Culture Show

June 7-8 | The Women Weavers of Milne Bay bring you an exciting showcase of their woven arts and crafts.

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Queens Birthday Rabaul Celebration

June 10 | Join Rabaul residents for a street party celebrating the reign of Queen Elizabeth II

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Montevideo Maru Commemoration

June 22 | A special day commemorating the WWII tragedy of the Montevideo Maru after the fall of Rabaul to Axis Powers.

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National Remembrance Day

July 23 | Our nation remembers our armed forces who served during WWI, WWII and various missions throughout our history.

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Frangipani Festival

September 13-14 | Celebrate the rebirth of Rabaul town in East New Britain after the 1994 volcanic eruptions.

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Independence Day Anniversary

September 16 | Our diverse nation unites to celebrate the day we achieved our Independence over four-decades ago.

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Lukim PNG Nau Tourism Expo

September 25-27 | The biggest tourism networking and travel-trade showcase event in Papua New Guinea.

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World Tourism Day

September 27 | A United Nations international day of observance celebrating global significance of tourism.