The 19th Garamut Na Mambu Festival under the theme: “Promoting and Preserving Our Diverse Cultural Heritage”, is set to take place from September 12th to 14th, 2024 at Sir Michael Somare Stadium in Wewak, East Sepik Province.
The festival which celebrates two of the most iconic traditional instruments in the Momase Region: the Garamut (slit drum) and the Mambu (bamboo flute) will alos feature spectacular arts displays, traditional dances, singing and include various other cultural activities performed by children.
Invitation for participation have been sent out since early August to cultural groups, contemporary art groups, tertiary institutions, schools, traditional artists and craftsman in the Momase region to showcase any of the following activities:
Painting exhibition
Fashion display
Floral display
Traditional dishes
String band
Theatrical performances
Traditional dances
The Garamut Na Mambu festival brings together people from across the region to highlight and promote these cultural assets.