Come together on Larrakia Country for this year’s National Indigenous Fashion Awards (NIFA) sunset ceremony at the iconic Deckchair Cinema!

The NIFA provides a vibrant and empowering platform to celebrate the innovation, diversity and ethical practices of Australia’s First Nations peoples in fashion and textiles, whilst contributing to the capacity building of the sector. 

Presented by Indigenous Fashion Projects, a program of the Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair (DAAF) Foundation, the NIFA recognises and showcases excellence across seven award categories, providing a unique opportunity for the Australian and international fashion community to connect to the world’s oldest living cultures.

In 2026 the prestigious awards include the:
- Fashion Designer Award, supported by Country Road
- Traditional Adornment Award, supported by Desart
- Community Collaboration Award, supported by QIC
- Business Achievement Award, supported by Canberra Centre
- Textile Design Award, supported by RMIT
- Wearable Art Award, supported by Pacific Werribee
- Cecilia Cubillo Young Achiever Award, supported by Franchesca Cubillo

Tickets Here: https://0800.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent/163870

Event Details:
Wednesday 5th August 2026
Doors 6:00pm
The show will begin at 7pm sharp
Duration: 1.25 hours
There will be a cash bar available serving drinks and snacks as well as delicious food available for purchase during the event. Food and beverages are not included with the event ticket.  

In 2026, the event is proudly supported by Presenting, Showcase and Designer Travel Partner QIC, with Award Partners: QIC, Pacific Werribee, Canberra Centre, Country Road, Franchesca Cubillo, RMIT, and Desart. With thanks to Ticketing partner Darwin Fringe Festival, and Principal Media Partner NITV.

Learn more about the NIFA here: https://www.ifp.org.au/nifa/

And see what else is on in August here: https://daaf.com.au/daaf-2026/
 
Photo by Michael Jalaru Torres.