Swish! is set to ignite Bank Lane with colour, music, and life as it transforms into a buzzing open-air gallery and laneway party to launch Cairns Festival.

In the weeks leading up to the celebration, local and interstate artists will paint stunning large-scale murals throughout the lane — bold, beautiful works that will remain long after the music fades, a lasting legacy for the city’s creative heart.

Then, for two unmissable nights, Swish! turns up the volume with live international, interstate & local DJs and musicians curated by the team from Brother Jenkins. Add pop-up bars and bites from local favourites MexiCairns, Three Wolves, and Coral Sea Brewing Co and you have the foundation for 2 unforgettable nights!

What’s even better? It’s FREE!

What’s On:

Thu 28 Aug | Festival Pre-Party

7.00PM – 8.00PM: Isa Maka (Brisbane)
8.15PM – 9.45PM: The Pad Boys

Fri 29 Aug

4.30PM – 5.30PM: Jimmy Flipshyt
5.30PM – 6.15PM: Spell (NZ) – DJ set
6.15PM – 7.30PM: Spell (NZ) – live beats set
7.30PM – 8.30PM: Tackeh Jackeh (Darwin)
8.30PM – 9.30PM: Versace Boys (NNSW)
9.30PM – 11.30PM: Sampology (Brisbane)

Mural artworks by Katira (Melbourne) & Lucylucy (Melbourne),
Cam Scale, Loretta Lizzio, Wally Wallwork, Caroline Mudge, Kane Maneylaws, Rachee Renee, Mum’a Nai, Jak Paradox & Mat Maize

Check out the site for more details! cairnsfest.com.au/swish

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