Name: Tonga Day Canberra 🇹🇴
Start: 2024-11-02T10:00:00+10:00
Location: Margaret Timpson Park

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Celebrate the Rich Heritage of Tonga at the Tonga Day Festival! 🇹🇴
Join us for a vibrant and joyous celebration as we mark the establishment of the Tongan Constitution at the Tonga Day Festival 2024! This special event is dedicated to honouring and promoting Tongan food, culture, traditions, and the wonderful local Tongan community right here in Canberra.
What to Expect at the Tonga Day Festival:
🌟 Delicious Tongan Cuisine: Savor an array of mouthwatering Tongan dishes, from traditional staples like lu pulu (braised beef with taro leaves) to delectable ota ika (raw fish salad) and sweet keke (Tongan Donut). Our food stalls will offer a feast for your taste buds!
🎶 Cultural Performances: Be enchanted by dynamic Tongan performances, including traditional dance and music. Experience the beauty of tau’olunga (solo dance) and faiva (traditional songs) that bring Tongan history and stories to life.
🎨 Arts and Crafts: Explore a vibrant marketplace featuring Tongan arts and crafts. Find unique handcrafted items, traditional Tongan textiles, and beautiful artwork that showcase the rich cultural heritage of Tonga.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-Friendly Activities: Bring the whole family for a day of fun and entertainment! Enjoy games, face painting, and other engaging activities for children of all ages.
🌺 Community Engagement: Connect with members of the local Canberra Tongan community. Learn more about Tongan traditions, meet new friends, and share in the spirit of community and celebration.