Tourism Events

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

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

Come Celebrate with Us in Papua New Guinea! 

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic affecting global travel, Papua New Guinea is still finding meaningful ways to make the most of your time.  On the domestic front, there are a variety of Events taking place.  Keep scrolling to see our list below. 

Interested in experiencing our famous cultural festivals? Click Cultural Events.

Events

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Lagaip Sangai Festival

July 28-29 | A rare opportunity to witness the sacred culture of the people of western Enga.

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Sepik River Crocodile Arts Festival

August 5-7 | Journey to Ambunti along the Sepik River to celebrate one of the most revered animals of the East Sepik Province. ...

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Enga Show

August 6-8 | Touchdown in Wabag Town to experience one of the most anticipated Highlands cultural events of the nation.

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Nete Lyaim Cultural Festival

August 12-13 | A trekking and cultural adventure to remote Enga to meet and celebrate with the people of Yalum.

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Siwai Cultural Show

August 13-15 | Experience the unique cultures and natural attractions of southern Bougainville.

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Hagen Show

August 21-22 | Staged in the Western Highlands, the annual Hagen Show brings together tribes from all over the Highlands. ...

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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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Goroka Show

September 17-19 | The oldest and world-renown of our festivals, the Goroka Show is a proud and colorful cultural homage.

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Kutubu Kundu Digaso Festival

September 23-25 | Meet the Lake Kutubu - Raun Wara people of the Southern Highlands who celebrate culture and conservation. ...

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World Tourism Day

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

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Morobe Show

October 23-24 | Celebrate culture, agriculture, farming, commerce, mining and all trade that make Morobe a great province. ...

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Karimui Show

November 17-19 | Celebrate the cultural and natural wonders of Karimui in the Simbu Province.

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Walsa Muruk Festival

December 3-4 | Celebrate in Sandaun Province with the local communities at Imonda Station.