# Event Details

- **Event Name**: On the Lawn and Live
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Celebrate the opening of five Queensland First Nations exhibitions as Cairns Art Gallery comes alive on the lawn!

Join us on the Mulgrave lawn for an evening of art, live music, food, drink and special guests. Follow our arts trail across three Heritage Listed buildings, the Public Curators Building, Court House Building and Mulgrave Building are all open late for you to explore at your own pace.

Five exhibitions by Queensland First Nations artists span the precinct:

Brush: Women Painters
Philomena Yeatman: Babim, Muudjum, Djanguul
Sam Harrison: Kin’O’Centrism
Spirits In The Ink
Woven Together: Undivided We Rise 

On the lawn, Mualgal/Waray/Wulli Wulli/Yiman artist DJ Eyeaam opens the night, followed by the Broden Tyrell Band, a six-piece bringing depth, energy and soul.

We are honoured to welcome Professor Henrietta Fourmile-Marrie AM (Gimuy Walubara Yidinji) to deliver a Welcome to Country.

MC for the evening is Talicia Minniecon — Kabi Kabi and Gooreng Gooreng, & Kemer Kemer Meriam and Maluilgal - Zenadth Kes & Vanuatu, Hanuabada, Kanaky - Pasifika woman and founder of Mob Made Media & Communications Agency.

Food and drinks are available to purchase from vendors including Audrey Vintage Bar, and the precinct will be animated by inflatable artworks by Gunggandji artist Michelle Yeatman.

Free Event
RSVP is appreciated

?️ Wednesday 8 July 2026, 5–8pm
? Mulgrave Building Lawn
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cairns/on-the-lawn-and-live/200030289401748
- **Event Categories**: art, music, entertainment, exhibitions, live-music, trips-adventures
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 112

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Cairns
- **state**: QL
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: Cnr Abbott & Shields St, Cairns, QLD, Australia, Queensland 4870
- **lat**: -16.92119
- **long**: 145.77682
- **full address**: Cnr Abbott & Shields St, Cairns, QLD, Australia, Queensland 4870

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is On the Lawn and Live being held?
  - **A:** On the Lawn and Live takes place on Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Cnr Abbott & Shields St, Cairns, QLD, Australia, Queensland 4870.
- **Q**: Who is organizing On the Lawn and Live?
  - **A:** On the Lawn and Live is organized by Cairns Art Gallery.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** On the Lawn and Live is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Cairns, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 110+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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