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Tyler Jenke
In Partnership With QPAC

Taking over QPAC this July and August, Clancestry is a stellar showcasing of First Nations talent.

Jessica Mauboy & Yothu Yindi
Jessica Mauboy & Yothu Yindi(Credit: Supplied; Alan James)
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This July and August sees Clancestry, the long-running celebration of identity, connection and cultural continuity, taking over the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) for a series of stunning performances.

A staple of QPAC’s calendar since 2013, Clancestry offers a platform for both established and emerging First Nations artists to share their stories and talents, while also bringing together powerful music experiences, bold contemporary performance, and deeply personal storytelling in a communal festival environment.

Kicking off on July 30th and running until August 8th, Clancestry recently unveiled unveiled its full program, which includes myriad events, including the likes of Troy Cassar-Daley; Dale Woodbridge-Brown's Camp Culture; Barragga Yangga; and trials, LanGwij, ZIPPORAH, and Say True God? on its Mob Music stage.

The line-up also features a pair of unmissable events, including a landmark performance by none other than First Nations musical trailblazers (and ARIA Hall of Famers) Yothu Yindi.

A special one-night only performance, this 40th anniversary celebration will mark close to 30 years since they last performed at QPAC, and offers a rare opportunity to experience one of Australia’s most significant bands live as part of Clancestry's closing night.

Additionally, Jessica Mauboy will share a deeply personal and unforgettable experience by way of the one-night only affair, The Story Of Me: A Musical Journey Through My Career.

Capturing her extraordinary evolution from a young girl in Darwin to one of Australia’s most celebrated artists, Mauboy will highlight the highs, lows, and enduring memories through a blend of music and candid storytelling.

Honest, powerful, and uplifting, this special event showcases Mauboy as one of the country’s most impactful and resonant artists as she offers a rare glimpse into her statusas an artist, entrepreneur, and proud Indigenous woman.

In a statement about the event, QPAC Chief Executive Rachel Healy describes Clancestry as something that has existed beyond being just an arts festival. “Clancestry is an assertion of continuity, cultural authority, and community,” Healy says.

“The thrilling 2026 program is reason enough to come together, bringing some of the country’s most celebrated First Nations artists to Brisbane stages, including Tony Armstrong, Jessica Mauboy, Troy Cassar‑Daley, and Yothu Yindi.

“But beyond the headline names, what makes Clancestry truly special is the way it consistently creates space for audiences and artists to gather, connect and share in something meaningful.”

Tickets to the 2026 edition of Clancestry are on sale now, with the event running from July 30th through August 8th.