Shambhala Fields

First Nations

Eric Avery

Contemporary Violinist Eric Avery performs original works in his style of transcendental ‘Loop Cycles,’ weaving melodies and Indigenous contours to open a portal in the space through sound.

Instagram: @Eric_avery_ music

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Phil Bligh

Join Uncle Phil Bligh on Darkinjung Country as he shares cultural and environmental wisdom. With heritage ties to Kalilli/Wakka Wakka and Kalkadoon, Uncle Phil brings unique insight and storytelling to Shambhala Fields, guiding us in understanding our relationship with Country and community.

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Culture (Indigenous dance / Yarn with elders / Weaving / Yidaki)

Elders from across New South Wales will share a series of workshops that honour Country, culture and community. Through weaving, dance, yidaki (didgeridoo) and storytelling, these sessions celebrate Indigenous knowledge systems and the enduring power of connection - to land, to creativity and to one another.

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Dr Chels Marshall

Chels Marshall is a proud Gumbaynggirr saltwater woman from Nambucca Heads, NSW, and a leading voice in Indigenous ecology. With 27 years of expertise in cultural landscape management, environmental planning and regenerative design, Chels offering profound insights into the interconnectedness of land, culture and spirit. Join her for an exploration of Indigenous knowledge systems that honor the land but also guide us toward a more sustainable and spiritually enriched future.

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Dr Jodi Edwards

Jodi Edwards, a Walbunja Yuin woman with ties to Dharawal Nation, has spent over 25 years working to connect youth with their cultural roots, Sea Country, and Indigenous practices. Jodi’s dedication ensures that cultural practices and heritage remain alive and resilient within her community.

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DJ Silver B

Dj Silver b has been playing funky disco house dance music all on vinyl from the 1990’s onwards. His specialty is performing 6-hour-long sets, seamlessly beat-mixing high-energy classic dance floor tracks all night long. Lock in for a late night session with DJ Silver B.

Instagram: @dj_silverb

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Gene Kelaher

Gene Kelaher is an aboriginal cultural artist, educator, Didgeridoo musician, traditional dancer, visual artist and sound healer, bringing his unique sound and heritage to Shambhala Fields.

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Lenore Lovegrove

Join First Nations artist Lenore Lovegrove for a hands-on weaving and dance experience. This session offers a deep connection to culture and creativity, celebrating Indigenous artistry and the power of traditional practices.

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K’gari njun

Step into the world of K’gari Njun, a proud group of Aboriginal dancers from Darkinjung Country. Their workshop Rhythms of K’gari takes you through traditional movements and rhythms that tell the stories of the Ancestors, creating an immersive experience that celebrates the beauty of Aboriginal culture.

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Timothy Gray

Timothy Gray, Indigenous composer, singer/songwriter heads up the Green Hand Band. Writing songs about social change and spirituality, bringing a discussion on mental health to Shambhala Fields.
Website: greenhandband.com

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2 Divas

Vocalist Darlene (Ngiyampaa Wiradjuri heritage) and saxophonist Mary (Jamaican-British heritage) bring you 2 Divas, performing powerful renditions of jazz, soul, and blues classics. Covering tunes from icons like Aretha Franklin, Ella Fitzgerald, and Amy Winehouse, these soulful divas light up the stage.

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Movement

Body by Berner: Pilates

Experience ‘The Bern’, combining the deep muscle Bern of Pilates with the soul and stretch of Yoga. This session will target your ‘Baals’ - booty, abs, arms, legs and shoulders. Leave feeling lengthened, lifted and ready to go.

Instagram: @bodybyberner

Movement

Catriona Byrne: Yoga for Peace Love & Unity

Come and unwind your tired festival body in this super chillaxed 'yoga for everyone' sesh. Wether you're a seasoned yogi or a complete rookie you're welcome to join in a giant yoga love bubble with your festival friends. Together we will move and breath to celebrate life, peace & unity with one another and bring in our new year with intentionality and love.

Instagram: @Yogidoulajeweller

Movement

Destiny Wolf: Prana Pulse

Whether called Soulibrate or Prana Pulse, this workshop blends breathwork, yoga and soundscapes to release tension, restore balance and awaken expression - enter 2026 light, alive and ready to celebrate.

Instagram: @Destinywolfyoga

Movement

Kath Ebbs: Cowboy C*ntry Line Dancing

Pull up your boots as renowned Sydney-based actor and content creator Kath Ebbs brings her signature line-dancing workshop, Cowboy C*ntry to the Valley this NYE. Kath brings the queer joy of line dancing to Lost Paradise for a workshop that includes two line-dancing lessons. Crafted for a good time in a safe environment - all bodies and levels are welcome!

Instagram: @Kathebbs

Movement

Feel Free Dance Bondi: Salsa Dance Class

Spice up your festival experience with a salsa dance class led by Feel Free Dance Bondi. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned dancer, this session will get you moving to the rhythm and feeling the heat through the transformative power of dance.

Movement

Gwyn Williams: Zenthai Shiatsu & Movement

Discover the art of Zenthai Shiatsu with movement therapist of 20+ years Gwyn Williams. A practice that fuses Zen Shiatsu, Thai massage and osteopathy, a deep-yet-gentle stretch session to undo the knots in your body.

Instagram: @Gwynzenthai

Movement

Lara Zilibowitz: Body Poetry Yoga

International yoga teacher and art therapist Lara Zilibowitz leads a movement and somatic meditation journey. Dance with breath, move with intention and reconnect with your sensual, essence-full self.

Instagram: @Body_Poetry_

Movement

Jeevi: Laughter Yoga

Laughing Chef Jeevi returns with his energising Laughter Yoga sessions. Highly recommended for newcomers, his classes boost energy, relieve stress, and refresh the mind - perfect for long festival days. Experience contagious joy, deeper breathing, and renewed vitality through the simple power of shared laughter and movement.

Instagram: @laughing.chef

Movement

ILE ILU (House of Rhythm): Brazilian rhythms dance class

ILÉ ILÛ is a women’s drumming ensemble bringing Brazilian rhythms to life with passion and power. Their performances honour culture, creativity, and feminine energy, offering audiences an inspiring experience of rhythm, connection, and celebration that uplifts hearts and moves bodies.

Movement

Rachell Dade: Dancehall Party Dance Class

Dancehall emerged from Jamaican street parties and dance halls in the 1970s and is taking over the world. Join Australia’s 2024 crowned Dancehall Queen Rachell to start your love of Dancehall. Dance through the eras, learn about culture and find your new favourite move. Leave hyped, connected - and sweaty.

Instagram: @rachelldadey

Movement

Trent Knox/440 Run Club: Community Run + Panel on Men’s Mental Health

Join 440 RUN CLUB founder Trent Knox for a community run and panel on men’s mental health - how to care for ourselves and why community matters.

Instagram: @the_440

Movement

Mums Disco

Get ready to boogie at Mums Disco! Hosted by the fabulous queens of Sydney Drag Royalty, this fun-filled dance party lets you request your favourite songs and dance the day away. Glamour, laughter, and unforgettable moves -get ready to hit the floor!

Movement

Simon Borg-Olivier: 5-Dimensional Flow

Enter a balanced flow with Simon Borg-Olivier, whose practice integrates 25 years as a physiotherapist and 40 years teaching Hatha Yoga and Qigong. This “work-in” energises the body, calms the mind and promotes alignment.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonborgolivier/

Movement

Zoe Braithwaite: Intro to AcroYoga

The world is your playground: explore partner and group acroyoga fundamentals with Zoe Braithwaite: L-base, standing variations, and strength/flexibility work - tailored for beginners through to more advanced participants. Grab a mate and build a mind-body connection and community flow.

Instagram: @acrolife_acroyoga_centralcoast

Movement

Talks

Dr Catriona Wallace: Awaken the Code Within: Plant Tech, AI & Human Transformation

What if you are the technology? Dr Catriona Wallace explores the convergence of ritual, plant wisdom and AI. Drawing on her book Rapid Transformation, she offers a blueprint for leadership and creative evolution.

Instagram: @catrionawallace

Talks

Chanel Contos: Consent & Healthy Intimacy

Chanel Contos (founder of Teach Us Consent) leads an honest conversation about consent, sexual violence, patriarchy and the distortion of desire. Together they imagine a culture of safety, equality and authentic intimacy - redefining pleasure and connection.

Instagram: @chanelc

Talks

Dr Karl’s Great Moments in Science

Dr Karl is back with a brand new show! Find out how DNA testing can wrongly implicate innocent people, how Artificial Intelligence can either, (and or both) help or harm us, are infrared saunas better or worse than regular saunas, how to fix Climate Change and so much more…

Instagram: @doctor_karl

Talks

Kal Glanznig: Staying Hopeful on a Changing Planet

TEDx and UN speaker Kal Glanznig tackles eco-anxiety and resilience. Drawing on his Blue Minds framework, he shares tools to reframe challenges, regulate stress and spark meaningful action for our future.

Instagram: @kalglanzig

Talks

Johannes Egberts

Johannes Egberts is a prominent breathwork and cold-water immersion coach, author, and the founder of Breathless Expeditions. Based in Sydney, Australia, he is known for using breathwork techniques to promote health, happiness, and mental resilience.

He will join the panel talk on men’s mental health.

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Talks

Tom Carrol: Journey Through Breath & Meditation

Start your festival day by tuning inward. Tom Carroll will guide you through a gentle breathwork sequence followed by guided meditation allowing stillness and presence to emerge, anchoring you in your body and senses. The perfect antidote to a long day on the dancefloor.

Instagram: @thomasvictorcarroll @breathworkforsurfers

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Panel for Climate Change with Tim Silverwood, Kate Nelson, Kal Glanzig and Greenpeace

Join environmental experts and fellow ocean-lovers in a grounded panel discussion about the opportunities and unlikely solutions in nature conservation and ocean protection. You’ll be joined by Greenpeace Australia Pacific, Tim Silverwood (Take 3 for the Sea), Kate Nelson and Kal Glanzig, who bring a range of diverse experiences and hopeful stories from across the region.

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Instagram:@timsilverwood @take3forthesea @oceanimpactorg @greenpeaceap

Talks

Sez (live)

Comedian, musician and creator Sez serves a fresh, funny take on modern life: love, heartbreak, housemates and life online. Guitar in hand, sharp humour, folk-pop overtones - as seen at MICF.

TikTok: @sez.com.au

Instagram: @sez.com.au

Talks

Art

Human Sequencer

A glowing floor grid where each step adds a sound to an evolving musical sequence. The more people that step on, the more complex it gets: part instrument, part game, part spontaneous dance party.

Art

Lucas & Ben

Lucas Gauci and Ben Allen are a Naarm-based collaborative duo specialising in digitally designed and fabricated installations. With a professional background in architecture, their approach brings formal creative experience into the music and arts scene that they are heavily involved with in Naarm.

Their work explores how technology can create tangible, otherworldly experiences that blur the line between the built and natural environments.

The project footprint will be a 3m x 3m zone around a tree but ideally much more space surrounding e.g. 20m x 20m so it can be seen from a distance. The design intention is that as you walk closer to the piece, more detail and story is revealed.

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Art