Youth Week 2026

Youth Week 2026

Youth Week is back for 2026 and it’s set to be an unforgettable celebration for young people across our community.

This year’s Youth Week WA theme, Strength in Our Stories, recognises the power of our diverse experiences and the ways our personal journeys shape who we are. It’s about celebrating resilience, growth, culture and connection, and the positive change young people create every day.

The City of Karratha is proud to deliver a week-long program of FREE events and workshops for young people aged 10 to 25. With a mix of music, art, gaming, sport, wellbeing and creative workshops, there are plenty of opportunities to explore your interests, build confidence and spend time with friends.

A special thank you to Yurra for sponsoring our Glow in the Dark Basketball event in Roebourne and Domino's Pizza for the tasty feed.

The full calendar of events will be released soon, so stay tuned!

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Two men wearing black caps and sunglasses pose inside a laundromat-style setting with a red and pink graphic overlay. Text on the image reads: “Ages 10–17” and “Friday 10 April – Red Earth Arts Precinct, Karratha.”
10 April - Neon Rave Party ft. Zero Emcee & Razzy Mak
Get ready to light up the night at the RAVE Party!
Aerial view of Main Beach at Point Samson with shoreline, tidal flats and foreshore facilities. A bright pink banner reads “Saturday 11 April Main Beach, Point Samson” with a ticket icon, and text on the right says “Ages 10 to 17
11 April - Beach Sports with Swans Roebourne
Youth Week Beach Day in Point SamsonSoak up the sun and seaside atmosphere at Point Samson Main Beach.
Two young men wearing black caps and sunglasses stand on a walkway with metal railings outside a building. A bright pink graphic banner across the bottom reads “Saturday 11 April – The Youth Shed, Karratha” with a ticket icon, and text on the right says “Ages 10–17.”
11 April - Rap Workshop with Zero Emcee and Razzy Mak
Join Zero Emcee and Razzy Mak, two dynamic Perth-based Indigenous hip-hop artists, for a high-energy, hands-on workshop focused
Four young people wearing blue aprons work together at a kitchen bench during a cooking activity. A pink banner reads “Saturday 11 April – The Base, Wickham,” and text on the right says “Ages 10–17
11 April - The Base Master Chef
Put your baking skills to the test in the Master Chef: Base Edition challenge.
A young person paints on a canvas at an easel during an art workshop, with several blank canvases set up nearby. A pink banner reads “Sunday 12 April – Red Earth Arts Precinct, Karratha,” and text on the right says “Ages 18–25.”
12 April - Paint & Dip - ages 18-25
Unwind, create and connect at Paint & Dip, a relaxed creative session designed for young adults aged 18 to 25.
Two men wearing black caps and sunglasses sit in a laundromat setting with washing machines behind them. A pink banner reads “Sunday 12 April – The Base, Wickham,” and text on the right says “Ages 10–17.”
12 April - Rap Workshop with Zero Emcee & Razzy Mak
Wickham, join Zero Emcee and Razzy Mak, two dynamic Perth-based Indigenous hip-hop artists, for a high-energy, hands-on workshop
A young person wearing a helmet performs a trick on a scooter at a skate park while another rider practices in the background. A pink banner reads “Sunday 12 April – The Youth Shed, Karratha,” and text on the right says “Ages 10–17.”
12 April - Skate Competition
Head down to The Youth Shed Skatepark for an afternoon of action and friendly competition.
A theatre instructor leads a small group of young people in a drama activity, with the Black Swan State Theatre Company logo visible. A pink banner reads “Wednesday 15 April – The Base, Wickham,” and text on the right says “Ages 10–17.”
Black Swan Circus Movement Workshop
Circa Ensemble artists will lead a Duck Pond-inspired workshop, teaching circus skills and movement from the show.
A group of young people sit in a gaming room playing video games on large screens, each holding controllers and focused on the gameplay. A pink banner reads “Monday 13 April – The Base, Wickham,” and text on the left says “Ages 10–17.”
Gaming Bus
Level up your Youth Week experience on the Gaming Bus.
A group of young people sit in a gaming room playing video games on large screens, holding controllers and focused on the gameplay. A pink banner reads “Tuesday 14 April – The Youth Shed, Karratha,” and text on the left says “Ages 10–17.”
Gaming Bus
Jump into multiplayer games, friendly competition and relaxed vibes in a mobile gaming zone designed for young people
Young people wearing basketball jerseys play a glow-in-the-dark basketball game in a gym lit with neon colours and blacklights. A pink banner reads “Monday 13 April – The Youth Shed, Karratha,” and text on the right says “Ages 10–17.”
Glow in the Dark Basketball
Hit the courts for Glow in the Dark Basketball, a high-energy 3-on-3 tournament where neon lights, music and fast-paced games
Young people wearing basketball jerseys play a glow-in-the-dark basketball game under blacklights in a gym. A pink banner reads “Wednesday 15 April – Roebourne Courts, Roebourne,” and text on the right says “Ages 10–17.”
Glow in the Dark Basketball
Hit the courts for Glow in the Dark Basketball, a high-energy 3-on-3 tournament where neon lights, music and fast-paced games
A smiling photographer holds a professional camera while posing for a portrait. A pink banner reads “Thursday 16 April – The Youth Shed, Karratha,” and text on the right says “Ages 10–17.”
Photography Workshop with Tess Jasmine Photography
Come along and have your image captured in the Be You Photographic Experience with Tess Jasmine Photography.
Close-up of a brightly painted basketball with colourful cartoon-style designs. A pink banner reads “Wednesday 15 April – Dampier Community Hub, Dampier,” and text on the right says “Ages 10–17.”
Sneaker & Basketball Design Workshop
Get creative at this Sneaker and Basketball Design Workshop, where young people can customise their own designs and express their
Close-up of a white sneaker customised with colourful floral artwork including large yellow flowers and pink blossoms. A pink banner reads “Wednesday 15 April – The Youth Shed, Karratha,” and text on the left says “Ages 10–17.”
Sneaker & Basketball Design Workshop
Get creative at this Sneaker and Basketball Design Workshop, where young people can customise their own designs and express their
A pair of white sneakers customised with orange and red flame artwork sit on a table with paint markers nearby. A pink banner reads “Thursday 16 April – The Base, Wickham,” and text on the right says “Ages 10–17.”
Sneaker & Basketball Design Workshop
Get creative at this Sneaker and Basketball Design Workshop, where young people can customise their own designs and express their
Hands mix bright pink slime in a small container using a wooden stick, with craft tools and small bottles nearby. A pink banner reads “Tuesday 14 April – The Base, Wickham,” and text on the left says “Ages 10–17.”
The Base Science Lab
Step into the lab and get hands-on with a range of exciting STEM activities at The Base.