Celebrate diversity and inclusiveness with multicultural performances, story times, movie screenings, and more from 16-22 March 2026.
Monday 16 March 2026
to Sunday 22 March 2026
Riverwood NSW 2210, Australia
Free
Experience the vibrant celebration of Harmony Week at Canterbury-Bankstown Libraries and Knowledge Centres. This event embraces the theme 'Everyone Belongs' and offers a variety of engaging activities for families and children. From multicultural performances to story times and movie screenings, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Enjoy lively flamenco, belly dancing, Chinese dances, and henna tattooing across multiple library locations. Kids can participate in preschool story times with a multicultural twist, and families can savor multicultural afternoon tea featuring light refreshments from different cultures.
Wear orange to show your support for inclusiveness and respect, and immerse yourself in the rich cultural diversity of the community.
The week-long event runs from 16 to 22 March 2026, featuring scheduled activities at various library branches:
- Multicultural performances with dance and henna tattooing at Riverwood, Bankstown, Campsie, and Chester Hill Libraries on selected days.
- Movie screening of 'Strictly Ballroom' with refreshments at Padstow Library on 18 March.
- Preschool story time sessions encouraging multicultural dress or orange clothing at multiple branches.
- Multicultural afternoon tea at Earlwood Library on 16 March.
Activities are free, but some require bookings via phone. Times vary by location, generally between late morning and mid-afternoon.
Events take place across Canterbury-Bankstown Libraries and Knowledge Centres, including Riverwood, Bankstown, Campsie, Chester Hill, Padstow, Earlwood, and others. All venues are accessible and family-friendly, with facilities such as accessible toilets.
Addresses include:
- Riverwood Library: 80 Kentucky Road, Riverwood
- Bankstown Library: 80 Rickard Road, Bankstown
- Campsie Library: 14-28 Amy Street, Campsie
- Chester Hill Library: 12 Chester Hill Road, Chester Hill
- Padstow Library: 132 Cahors Road, Padstow
- Earlwood Library: Corner William Street and Homer Street, Earlwood
Public transport and parking options are available at each location, making it easy for families to attend.
Participants are encouraged to wear orange to show support for Harmony Week. Some story time sessions may be bilingual; please contact your local library for details.
Bookings are required for certain activities, such as performances and movie screenings, and can be made by calling the respective library branch.
All events are free of charge, making this an accessible opportunity for families to engage in cultural learning and celebration.
Most events do not require prior booking and are free to attend. However, specific sessions such as multicultural performances and movie screenings require booking by phone:
- Riverwood Library: 9707 5436
- Bankstown Library: 9707 9704
- Campsie Library: 9789 9405
- Chester Hill Library: 9707 9740
- Padstow Library: 9707 9747
- Earlwood Library: 9789 9417
Enjoy this inclusive week of cultural celebration without any cost, perfect for families looking to explore and appreciate diversity together.
