The Day of the dead “El Día de los Muertos” represents a unique cultural event that transcends conventional celebrations, offering a profound tribute to life’s continuum and a contemplative examination of mortality. Anchored in the rich traditions of Latin American and specifically Mexican culture, this event meticulously integrates these customs with the venerable spiritual and cultural practices of the Australian Aboriginal communities. The objective is to forge a cultural synthesis that explores and honors shared values surrounding life, death, and ancestral reverence. This event is a dynamic platform that melds the vivid and lively expressions of Mexican customs with the deeply spiritual and symbolic elements of Aboriginal culture, culminating in a rich mosaic of multicultural understanding and exchange. Our goal extends beyond celebration; it is a concerted effort to elevate and diversify Australia’s cultural landscape, fostering empathy, unity, and mutual respect among diverse communities.
2 Stages
International Deco Crew
50 Artists and Performances
30 Live Acts
22 International LIVE Acts, most of them performing for the first time in australia
The debut of a surprise international act
And more!
Swampy Conscience V values and acknowledges the traditional owners/custodians of the lands that our festival takes place on and the surrounding areas. We pay respect to their ancestors and elders, past and present, along with today’s descendants that carry on the living culture and ensure its survival for future generations.