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Now in its sixteenth year, the Cairns Indigenous Art Fair (CIAF) returns to its birthplace at the Tanks Arts Centre, nestled within the lush surrounds of Cairns Botanic Gardens. CIAF is a dynamic celebration of the rich and diverse arts practices of Queensland’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists.
More than a visual art fair, CIAF offers a vibrant, primarily free program spanning exhibitions, fashion, music, dance, cultural demonstrations, and conversations. It holds a unique place in the national arts calendar as the only event to showcase a full breadth of Queensland’s First Nations cultural expression.
Founded in 2009 through the Queensland Government’s Backing Indigenous Arts initiative, CIAF has grown into one of the nation’s most significant cultural gatherings. In 2024 alone, it generated over $9 million for the Gimuy/Cairns and Queensland economies. Each year, it creates real pathways for thousands of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists, while inviting audiences to engage deeply with art, culture, storytelling, and community.
Whether you’re a collector, curator, or a curious visitor, CIAF invites you to immerse yourself in the creativity, strength, and spirit of Queensland’s First Peoples.
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(07) 4252 6312
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ciaf.com.au
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Cairns Indigenous Art Fair 2025
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The Tanks Arts Centre Cairns
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