Minister for Major Events
Media Release
Packed line-up for Red Centre’s Wide Open Space Festival
4 March 2023
Popular Red Centre festival Wide Open Space (WOS) has released the first line-up for its April event, with a swag of Territory artists and a diverse range of performances, arts, workshops, and desert culture.
Supported by the Territory Labor Government through Northern Territory Major Events Company, WOS will take place from Friday, April 28 to Sunday, April 30, 2023 at Ross River Resort in beautiful Arrernte Country.
Territory artists include Emcille X Kuya James, Eastern Arrernte Band, Eylandt Band and Jessie May & the Hay Days with the festival showcasing a range of subcultures, styles and sounds. Festival-goers will also enjoy burlesque, cabaret, spoken word, panel discussions and more.
The festival’s picturesque setting at Ross River Resort offers camping onsite, safe kids’ spaces, amazing food stalls, market stalls, amenities, a pool, a historical homestead, and plenty of shady areas to relax and take in the spectacular views.
Tickets for WOS 2023 are on sale now. Visit [https://www.wideopenspace.net.au].
Quotes from Minister for Major Events, Paul Kirby:
“Wide Open Space is a popular event in the heart of Australia that consistently provides a memorable experience for visitors who come from across the country.
“The festival treats attendees with a vibrant mix of culture, arts and music set among the stunning MacDonnell Ranges on Eastern Arrernte Country.”
Quotes from festival co-director Jimmy Cocking:
“We’re thrilled to have such a diverse range of artists. From TEK TEK Ensemble to Eylandt Band, we’re bringing together an incredible range of talent from across Australia and beyond.
“We’re proud to present a festival that celebrates the irrepressible human spirit and the beauty of the Australian outback. We can’t wait to welcome attendees to the heart of Australia for an unforgettable experience. This is just the beginning of what’s shaping up to be our best festival yet.”
Northern Territory Government
