Cairns / Gimuy

The Tropics Trail
Saturday 18 October, 2025

Dream Aloud Festival

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Saturday 18 October, 2025


3:00pm - 10:00pm


Munro Martin Parklands, 123 Sheridan St, Cairns City QLD 4870



General Admission 18+

$55

General Admission Youth (12-17yrs)

$35

General Admission Kids (6-11yrs)

$15

General Admission (Under 5yrs)

FREE

Family Pass - Family (2Ad/2Yth)

$165

General Admission State Government Companion Card Holder

FREE


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PRESENTED BY QLD MUSIC TRAILS AND TRIPLE J

The tropics are calling — and the sound is louder, prouder, and more powerful than ever.
Dream Aloud Festival returns to Gimuy (Cairns) this October as the flagship celebration of Queensland Music Trails: The Tropics, bringing a vibrant fusion of First Nations music, culture, and creativity to Munro Martin Parklands. After an unforgettable debut, Dream Aloud 2025 is bigger, bolder, and bursting with fresh energy.

On Saturday 18 October, the Parklands will come alive with a trailblazing, all-First Nations lineup featuring Budjerah, Kaiit, South Summit, DENNI, 3%, Dubbzone, Kaweyova, and Normey Jay, hosted by the ever-charismatic Zipporah. Kicking off with a powerful Welcome to Country led by Carl Fourmile and Minjil, Traditional Owners of the Gimuy Walubara Yidinji Peoples, Dream Aloud is a celebration grounded in culture, connection, and community.

Beyond the stage, Dream Aloud pulses with life: from First Nations markets packed with local makers, creators and food, hands-on workshops, kids activities, language experiences, and cultural storytelling - there’s something for everyone to explore, learn, and love.
Dream Aloud 2025 continues to honour the world’s oldest living culture while amplifying the bold, new voices shaping its future. It's not just a festival — it's a movement, a meeting place, and a moment in time you don’t want to miss.

Join us for a weekend of music, culture, and celebration beneath the tropical skies of Gimuy.

Artwork by Solace Barnaby.

MOBTIX

MobTix

We're committed to working closely with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to celebrate and elevate First Nations culture. The MobTix program provides enhanced access to our events for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as Māori, Pasifika, and other Global First Nations communities, through discounted or complimentary tickets.

Dream Aloud is included in the MobTix program. To sign up for MobTix and learn more, click the button below.

Accessibility

Our team work hard to ensure access needs are taken into account from the moment we dream up an event to the moment you leave the site. Learn all about accessibility at Qld Music Trails and ask our team any questions you might have below.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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QMF respectfully acknowledges the Djabugay, Yirrganydji, Buluwai, Gimuy Walubara Yidinji, Mandingalbay Yidinji, Gunggandji, Dulabed and Malanbara Yidinji, Bundabarra and Wadjanbarra Yidinji, Wanyurr Majay, Mamu and NgadjonJii Peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land, waters and skies where The Tropics Trail unfolds. We extend our respects for their enduring connection to the remarkable terrain, where creative works take place, performances resonate, and celebrations come to life. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and to all First Nations peoples of all communities who also work and live on this land. We recognise the importance of First Nations leadership and collaboration, and QMF commits to walking together on a journey of shared learning and cultures.

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