Popular cultural festival in Karijini National Park, The Karijini Experience, has been cancelled for 2026, due to insufficient fuel supply across regional WA.

The Karijini Experience was set to be held over the second weekend of April and headlined by celebrated First Nations singer, Jessica Mauboy.

The event was created to offer a rich and inclusive program of authentic arts and cultural activities, connecting visitors to the Banjima Homeland and the stunning landscapes of Karijini National Park.

The Karijini Experience began in 2013 as a small dinner event, aiming to bring life to the stunning National Park. Initially attended by just 75 people, it has since grown into a major annual arts and cultural event, with a strong focus on celebrating local Aboriginal culture.

By 2019, the Karijini Experience welcomed over 2,000 visitors, showcased 98 artists, and represented 16 Aboriginal language groups, supported by 32 partners and sponsors.

In 2022, Banjima Native Title Aboriginal Corporation (BNTAC) assumed ownership of the event, representing the Banjima people.

Since then, the event has focused on celebrating and sharing Banjima culture, highlighting the Banjima people's deep and unique connection to their land.

This week, Banjima Native Title Aboriginal Corporation released a statement announcing the event's cancellation due to the increasing pressure on supply and transport networks and the ongoing issues set to occur as a result.

"The increasing pressure on supply and transport networks has created significant logistical and operational risks for an event of this scale in a remote location," the Corporation said.

"The safety of the Banjima and broader community, partners and visitors, along with the ability to deliver a high-quality event on country, have been central to this decision."

Organisers have, however, pledged to provide full refunds to ticket holders within a "few business days".

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